Have you ever asked someone to do something and they just didn't? It happens to us almost every day. At work, for example, we might ask our colleagues, can we please call all of our customers and get feedback about how our product is and then no action or they don't really do it or they don't really feel connected, which is something that we don't want. Or maybe to our partners, can you please the famous, can you please take out the trust? and after hours it's still there. Or our parents, can you please sto ...

Redefining Success - Traditional societal norms equate success with financial wealth, measured in "dollars and cents," leading to potential anxiety and depression if not achieved [1] - The company advocates for a new success equation: Success = Purpose + Perseverance * Failure, where failure is redefined as learning [2][5][13] - Purpose is defined as personal fulfillment, contentment, or impact, driving daily actions and defining individual success [2][3] The Role of Failure - Failure is essential for growth, innovation, and business pivots, fostering a culture where mistakes are learning opportunities [1][8][13] - Embracing failure leads to catalytic growth, unlocking innovation, and enabling employees to dare to do amazing things [1] - The company used to celebrate failures to encourage continuous improvement and risk-taking [9] Business Strategy and Mindset - Even if the outcome of a business cannot be controlled, the contribution to the process can be, emphasizing commitment and hard work [7] - Surrounding oneself with great people fosters growth, learning, and an environment conducive to success [8] - Authenticity and transparency in sharing failures create camaraderie and encouragement within the company [10][11]

Core Message - The core message emphasizes the importance of authentic self-expression and overcoming the fear of speaking up, advocating for presence over perfection in communication [1][4][9][15][16] - It highlights that communication is about connecting with others and sharing one's truth, rather than achieving flawless grammar or performance [9][15] Overcoming Communication Barriers - The report addresses the common issue of individuals feeling unworthy or inadequate in their communication skills, often due to past experiences or cultural norms [2][3][4][5][7][9] - It suggests that many people, particularly young individuals, hold back their ideas due to a lack of confidence in their communication abilities, not a lack of intelligence or creativity [6][7] - The report uses the example of "Disha" to illustrate how past failures and societal pressures can create communication blocks, but these can be overcome through self-awareness and healing [2][3][7][8][9][10][11][14][16] Transformation Strategies - The report proposes three key transformations for improving communication: prioritizing energy over words, aligning inner voice with outer expression, and focusing on mindful speech for transformation rather than impression [11][12][13] - It emphasizes the importance of self-belief and positive self-talk in projecting a powerful and authentic voice [12] - It suggests that mindful speech should aim to transform and help others, rather than simply impress [13] Cultural Context - The report acknowledges that in some cultures, silence is often mistaken for respect, leading individuals to suppress their voices [5] - It challenges the notion that attention is only for powerful speakers, encouraging everyone to find and use their voice [5][6]

Whatever I speak in the next 7 8 10 minutes, first of all, let me tell you that that is not a prescription. It's a description. It is not the perfect answer to all your questions. The perfect answer is you.Whatever I say or whatever I speak is not the only way that will work or that will not work. It's a reflection, a reminder, a guide. I am not giving you any solution. The solution is you.As Bhagat Gita says, you have the right to act but not to the fruits of action. So start acting. Focus on doing and not ...

Purpose is profoundly personal. While it can provide a powerful motivating force, finding the clarity of purpose can take time and arrive in unexpected ways. What do you want to be.That question posed by my fifth grade elementary school teacher was unexpected but created excitement. Most of the answers from my classmates were reflected professions that they were familiar with. Firefighter, teacher, lawyer.As a newly arrived immigrant son of Haitian and Dominican immigrants, my focus was on simply learning E ...

[Music] I would love to send a message. This a question for you to keep by the side. Then we'll answer it at the end of my session.What is your purpose. What drives you. Imagine communities where access to basic health is a luxury, not a right.Imagine pregnant women relying on traditional practices and knowledge because they don't have access to a medical person nearby. Let's imagine a world where kids missing school due to preventable illnesses. That was my reality.not as a nurse but as a witness to storie ...

[Music] The beauty of a broken path. They say life is a journey. A path we're meant to follow. But let's be honest, most of us aren't strolling down some perfectly lit road with gentle music playing in the background. In reality, most of us are barely barely crawling down this gravel path with lightning and thunderstorms in the back and just a tiny sign by the side of the road that says, "Good luck. You're on your own. " My path, my journey, it hasn't been an easy one. I've stumbled. I've slipped. And I've ...

Decisions, decisions everywhere. We need to take decisions. Four years ago, I did it.After years working in investment banking, private equity and venture capital, I became the captain of my own career, focusing on my consultancy and investment firm. So, have you ever stood at this crossroad in your life where you know the next step will redefine everything. What I'm talking about today isn't about rejecting traditional paths.It's quite the opposite. It is about encouraging and combining what you really str ...

In this witty and unexpectedly profound talk, the speaker reflects on how the animated Bee Movie sparked a deeper understanding of purpose, identity, and advocacy. What begins as a humorous take on a pop-culture phenomenon evolves into a meaningful exploration of finding one's voice, standing up for what matters, and challenging societal norms. Drawing parallels between the film’s quirky storyline and real-world issues like environmental sustainability and personal growth, the speaker invites the audience t ...

Core Concept - The text emphasizes that inspiration and purpose originate from within oneself [1] - Finding one's purpose is deeply connected to self-awareness and understanding one's values and passions [2] - True purpose involves understanding oneself in relation to values, responsibilities, and place within a larger context, not solely focusing on individual needs [4] Religious Perspective - The primary purpose is to worship God, which extends beyond rituals to include everyday roles and actions [4][5] - Actions performed with the right intentions, even small ones, can be considered acts of worship [5] - Islam provides guidance through the Quran for living a meaningful and purposeful life [5][6] Societal Impact - The text cautions against individualism and entitlement in the pursuit of self-discovery [3] - It highlights the importance of duty towards others [7] - The text suggests that principles being newly discovered in the West have already been written in the Quran [6]