A very good afternoon to everyone. So coming here and this is my first time. Yes, of course bit nervous but I want to share something very very special topic which is very close to my heart that is Shakespeare in my WhatsApp group.You must be wondering why I'm here and talking about Shakespeare. It's not a school lesson. It's not a classroom.But I just want to bring it to light. Have you ever noticed that how Shakespeare somehow sneaks into our lives. Everyday lives I would say.Even though half of us, you k ...

Core Argument - The prevailing concept of leadership, rooted in the industrial age, treats organizations as machines and people as parts, which is outdated and ineffective [5][9] - A more effective approach is to view organizations as living systems, drawing parallels between their need for resource efficiency, adaptation, threat defense, and balance between sustainability and growth [9][10] - The industry should shift towards a "living systems" mindset, restoring leadership to its roots in stewardship, focusing on creating conditions for growth rather than controlling individuals [12][13] Key Principles of "Living Systems" Leadership - Culture acts as the soil, providing a foundation for growth and determining what takes root [15] - Communication is like water, essential for growth; its absence leads to system decline [15] - Values function as nutrients, strengthening the organization from within to withstand challenges [16] - Encouragement is like sunshine, fostering growth and development when people feel valued and supported [17] Practical Implications - The industry's role as leaders is to cultivate an environment that makes success inevitable, rather than acting as heroes who force success [17] - The future of leadership lies in cultivating living systems, focusing on the conditions surrounding people rather than fixing them [18][19]

Character Definition and Importance - Character is defined as the way one thinks, behaves, manages things, and deals with others, including living beings [1] - Character is crucial, as losing money means little, losing health means something, but losing character means losing everything [1] - Character is essential in every aspect of life, influencing how one acts as a person, a professional, and a member of society [5] Character Development - Character building starts from birth and continues throughout life [9] - Parents are the first to build a child's character, with the mother's lap being the first school [2] - The home environment, including the behavior of parents and siblings, significantly shapes a child's character [3][4] - Education, including reading good books and understanding religious texts, plays a vital role in self-character building [8][10][11] - Good friends are instrumental in building one's character [9] Influences on Character - Genetic makeup contributes to character, but character can be modified and improved [1] - Teachers and schools play a role in instilling values such as honesty, truthfulness, and responsibility [7][8] - Role models and influential figures, such as prophets and mentors, can shape character [12] - Reciting and understanding meaningful poems and prayers can provide guidance and shape one's life [6][13][14][15]

Core Idea - Painful moments can be opportunities to reconnect with values and rediscover meaning in life [1] - Pain can be reinterpreted as a path to self-discovery and healing [1] Speaker's Background - Seda Seyranyan is a psychologist specializing in personality development, counseling, and inclusive education [1] - She holds a Master's degree in Personality Psychology and Counseling since 2014 [1] - Since 2020, Seda has been a trainer for organizations accredited by Armenia's Ministry of Education, delivering courses on psychology, inclusion, and education law [1] - Her interests include trauma recovery, existential psychology, and individual development [1]

Business Development & Entrepreneurship - Overcoming initial setbacks is crucial for future success, viewing failures as opportunities for growth and learning [1] - Integrity and trustworthiness are fundamental to building strong relationships with clients and partners, leading to financial success [1] - Balancing education, business ventures, and family commitments is achievable with dedication and proper time management [1] - Sharing values, ethics, and vision is essential when forming partnerships, even more so than financial considerations [1] - Starting small, with the founder handling multiple roles (accounting, marketing, sales, and even physical labor), is a viable approach for new businesses [1] - The company expanded from a one-person operation to over 100 employees, demonstrating significant growth and success [1] - The company's operations have extended beyond Palestine to Jordan, Morocco, and Turkey, indicating international expansion [1] Core Values & Social Impact - Supporting one's parents and contributing to the community are vital aspects of Palestinian society [1] - The company aims to provide safe and comfortable housing, contributing to the well-being of the community [1] - The company's expansion to other countries is intended to strengthen its roots in Palestine, not to abandon the homeland [1]

AI Interaction Strategy - The industry suggests having a plan when interacting with AI, especially in coding, rather than just chatting [1] - AI companies are increasing the "agreeableness" of AI to boost engagement, which may not be conducive to self-improvement [1] - The industry is exploring "monetized fine tunes" and ad-based monetization models for AI [1] AI "Rig" for Goal Achievement - The industry proposes an AI "rig" to enhance the ability to reach financial goals, cautioning against applying it to personal life [3] - The AI rig involves defining high-order values, strategies, and tactics to generate tasks [1][2] - The core idea is that tasks are generated from a fusion of value, strategy, and proposed tactics [3] - The AI rig incorporates "Respected Intervention," where AI acts as mentors to provide feedback on execution [3] - The AI rig aids in decision-making by ingesting previous steps and selecting the "best" quantifiable decision [3] Components of the AI System - Value: What the user wants deep down [2] - Strategy: How the user gets there long term [2] - Tactics: How the user drives strategy this week [2] - Actual Execution: Time stamped execution of tasks [3]

What if I told you that the biggest setback that you might face in life is not failure, but is rowing to somewhere that you really don't want to go to. I want all of you to close your eyes right now and imagine imagine that you're on a boat alone rowing in a stream and you look around and that you see that there's many other people on their own boats. You all are going on a stream.You look underneath and you realize this is a strong current. So you look forward and that's when you understand I am going some ...

Core Argument - The speech emphasizes the profound and often overlooked impact of family on shaping an individual's values, morals, and perspectives [1] - It highlights that family's influence extends beyond material support to encompass emotional development, socialization, and decision-making [1] - The speaker shares a personal anecdote to illustrate how family guidance, even through discipline, instills a sense of right and wrong and provides unwavering support during life's challenges [1] - The speech concludes by underscoring the uniqueness of each family and its integral role as the foundation upon which an individual's life is built [1] Key Aspects of Family Influence - Family shapes an individual's character, habits, and how they perceive and interact with the world [1] - Family serves as the primary source of love and support, teaching individuals how to socialize and communicate [1] - Family influences an individual's decisions and choices in life, often serving as role models or providing contrasting examples [1] - Unlike other relationships, family offers unconditional support and does not compete with an individual's achievements [1]

Personal Development & Opportunity - The speaker emphasizes seizing opportunities when they arise, rather than passively waiting for success [1] - The speaker encourages the audience to strive for excellence ("good engineer") and to develop skills [3][4][5] - The speaker highlights the importance of becoming a good human being and a responsible citizen, integrating values into one's personality [6] - The speaker suggests viewing education as a means to contribute to the future of the country, referencing Vivekananda's philosophy of "man-making and nation-building" [9] - The speaker encourages self-reflection and understanding of one's inner potential [9] Civic Responsibility & Leadership - The speaker stresses the importance of an enlightened citizenry for effective governance and democracy [6][8] - The speaker links enlightened citizenry to enlightened leadership, accountability, responsibility, and answerability in the system [6][8] - The speaker implies that individual choices to disengage from civic duties can lead to undesirable outcomes in governance [7] Destiny & Effort - The speaker acknowledges the role of both luck and hard work in achieving success [1][3][10] - The speaker suggests that even if one's path deviates from initial plans (e.g., not becoming an engineer), one should make the best use of the opportunities presented [5]

all. It's a quiet, beautiful truth. Even the parts of you that feel hardened or untouched, sometimes someone taught you how to be that way. Maybe you were let down. Maybe your mother was just a little too overprotective. Either way, someone was there. And the first time I really noticed this, I was caught off guard. It was when I was having a conversation with one of my friends and she told me, "111 is my angel number. Make a wish every single time you see it. So now twice a day, every single time the clock ...