More and more our World is based on knowledge. Those who have it - and those who don't. The internet have made it possible for even the smallest settlement in Greenland to be part of the digital age with access to internet. So what is missing? Well, education is one thing, the quest for knowledge another and interest (call it seeing the possibilities and need) to seek knowledge in terms of getting a better opportunity in the World. I believe that the age we are going into will dramatically change the way our democracy works and hopefully the way our politicians and decisionmakers make decisions. I have high hopes for a better World with less racism, sexist behavior or bullying. YES, knowledge is a way to a better World for all people. What do you think?
how to change?
Maybe the word incentive could be replaced with motivation, but then again change is not easy. I think the figure attached to this blog is a pretty good visual picture that shows that CHANGE can only be achieved if a lot of components are adressed. Even a simple figure shows more than a tonnes of words. Sometime there are too many words and too little action involved in change initiatives.
I have experienced quite a few change management processes - and I have learned a few things, of which one is the most important: most people have different NEEDS in change processes and also personal timelines for adapting to change. And IF you respect that this is the case a lot more people are willing to change along with you.
Of course you have to communicate the WHY there is a need for change, but even if this is so integrated in change processes a lot of people forget this part.
So have a vision, be specific, communicate the WHY there is a need for change, accept that people have different timelines for change - and then be firm in your execution of change
Can you make a difference
I know that you can. The question is merely HOW!
Everyone needs to practice
Do you want to become awesome at your hobby, job or relationship? Well, practice then. In all things it helps to train, work out or in other way practice. This is not just in sports - or workrelated matters that it counts to be prepared and work hard. One of the areas that I really see a difference in my own development is on the personal level. There more I work on developing my own knowledge about my core values, my behavior with other people, group dynamics or leadership - the more I develop myself. I am positive that this is possible for you too. So is there some things that you really want to become good at? In your private life or your professional life? Then describe the area to yourself - and find out where or who that can help you. It can be a personal coach (really made a difference for me), a mentor, a friend or loved one. In any case you often need a little push, because the first steps are the hardest. Do you have the courage to take the first steps?
Remember: anyone can be cool, but awesome takes practice.
What can you do?
You can do a lot. You can be an example for others. It almost sounds tacky, but seriously there is so much that will change in this world if you lead by example. People around you are willing to follow you to the end of the world if the purpose is noble and meaningful.
So what IS meaningful in our fast speeding world? Well, development of society around us is one meaningful reason to make a difference. Often I think about the world as I would like my children to experience it ten or twenty years from now - or my future grandchildren. I personally want to influence the people I work with or have in my local/national community. Through CSR efforts (look at www.csr.gl) , mentoring young entrepreneurs and through my professional work in TELE-POST. Also I like blogging - hopefully to stir up some action-oriented people that are willing to debate with me, but also rolemodels for people around us. Are you one of those people - or is this too out of reach for you where you are in life right now.
I can make a change personally - and I can see it! The challenge for me is to have more people come on board with me. Any suggestions?
