Difference Maker Series with Andrew Shirman | The Good Leadership Podcast #116
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With an extensive background in education, service, leadership development, and philosophy, Andrew is devoted to empowering other leaders. His exceptional skill in program design has played a pivotal role in creating impactful changes in organizations, helping Leaders Atlas scale to new heights. He is also the co-founder of Education in Sight, a nonprofit that provides access to eye exams and eyeglasses for underprivileged children in Western China. In addition, he co-founded of Mantra, a sunglasses company and social enterprise that donates a pair of eyeglasses to a child in need for every pair of sunglasses it sells. Education in Sight: http://eis.vision/ Leaders Atlas: https://www.leadersatlas.com/ - Website and live online programs: http://ims-online.com Blog: https://blog.ims-online.com/ Podcast: https://ims-online.com/podcasts/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesagood/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlesgood99 Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (02:02) The problem that led to starting Education in Sight (05:02) Challenges in providing glasses to children in rural China (07:36) Tip: Changing people’s mindset and behavior (10:25) Transitioning to a social enterprise (14:18) Challenges of running an NGO in China (16:20) Education in Sight success story (18:07) Tip: How others can make a difference (19:45) Recognizing and addressing injustice (20:42) Tool: Impact of identifying passions (21:27) Andrew’s latest company: Leaders Atlas (23:31) Taking the first step to make an impact (24:57) Conclusion
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