September 2024
We believe in the power of storytelling to spark change and shape destinies. Welcome to the September edition of our newsletter, where we explore successful social entrepreneurship, the relationship between motivation & goal setting, and mindset shifts to build a world of hope and joy!
How can communities leverage local leadership and sustainable practices to create prosperity? Paulinho Muzaliwa is a social entrepreneur and founder of Unidos Social Innovation Center. Paulinho’s dream is to transform refugee camps into regenerative communities where every refugee can access clean water, abundant food, and quality education.
How do you sustain motivation while pursuing important goals? Prof. Emily Balcetis , author of Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People See the World, views motivation as the difference between where we are and where we want to be. She warns that limiting stereotypes or narrow definitions of success can impact our motivation and ability to achieve goals.
How can leaders create authentic and emotionally engaging exchanges with people? Gunnar George , a leadership development practitioner and author of the book Aha... Wow! Yes : how to accelerate learning, collaboration and transformation - towards a "world of hope and joy," believes that the most effective leadership is compassionate, inspirational, and aligned with a vision that promotes hope, joy, and sustainability.
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“Everyone needs the opportunity to lead and to feel responsible for something that can impact the whole community. We aim for inclusion, meaning we don’t make decisions on behalf of those around us but let them take ownership ... Instead of just being beneficiaries, we believe in everyone's uniqueness. By involving others and giving them the responsibility to lead, they can innovate in ways I might not have thought of and contribute positively to our community.” Paulinho Muzaliwa
Paulinho Muzaliwa is a social entrepreneur passionate about regenerative agriculture, and founder of the Unidos Social Innovation Center in Uganda, Africa. As a refugee facing personal setbacks and challenges, Paulinho’s dream is to transform refugee camps into regenerative communities where every refugee can access clean water, abundant food, and quality education. In our conversation Paulinho emphasizes the importance of moving beyond reliance on humanitarian aid by fostering local leadership and sustainable practices.
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Become a partner of Unidos, an NGO dedicated to regenerative agriculture and women's empowerment, to help address the refugee hunger crisis in Nakivale, Uganda. By providing training and resources, Unidos enables refugees to grow food sustainably and equips women with business skills to support their families.
“The idea that quitting something is a failure is a significant barrier. Instead, seeing it as an opportunity for reflection and learning can be valuable. Quitting a job, ending a relationship, or shifting goals doesn’t have to be a failure; it can be a chance to start fresh with the knowledge you’ve gained.” Prof. Emily Balcetis
Prof. Emily Balcetis , an award-winning social psychologist, and author of Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People See the World, views motivation as the difference between where we are and where we want to be, warning that limiting stereotypes or narrow definitions of success impact our motivation and ability to reach goals. When addressing the challenge of sustaining motivation, Prof. Balcetis suggests balancing short-term and long-term perspectives, allowing for incremental progress while maintaining a vision for the overall objective.
Listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast platform to learn how to balance motivation with goal setting.
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“Today's massive challenges with sustainability, geopolitics and new technology demand holistic solutions that transcend individual, organizational and national boundaries. It's a time that calls for more compassion, building real trust, and ambitious visions capable of making a significant impact on the world we live in.” Gunnar George
Gunnar George is a leadership development expert and author of the book Aha... Wow! Yes : how to accelerate learning, collaboration and transformation - towards a "world of hope and joy."
The global issues of sustainability, new technology and geopolitics will determine our collective future. How do we make our common road lead to a "world of hope and joy?" Learning is key. We need to learn faster and more about other perspectives.
It is often the leaders of change who need to change their own mindset and behavior the most. This book explores nine mindset shifts essential when facing the future. It also outlines ten marks you need to make when leading transformation of organizations, systems and culture.
Listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast platform to learn how authentic corporate social responsibility drives sustained business success.
Read the article, Lead Compassion: Gunnar George on Creating a World of Hope and Joy
As the host of Pity Party Over and founder of Alygn, I’m here to foster meaningful conversations and connections. Let’s share ideas and get to know each other better. Drop me a message on LinkedIn or at stephen@alygn.company.
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