Episode 71 - Creating the Future, One Action at a Time with Michael Sheldrick
Description
Change rarely begins with certainty. It begins with a decision to act. In this episode, Nathan is joined by Michael Sheldrick to explore what it takes to turn ideas into real impact.
Michael Sheldrick is the Co-Founder and Chief Policy, Impact and Government Affairs Officer for Global Citizen, who oversees a global team of 30 professionals who work with governments, businesses, foundations, and artists to end extreme poverty and achieve the sustainable development goals. As a believer that lasting change begins with action, he is guided by optimism and a global outlook where he sees technology, creativity, and collaboration as tools to amplify humanity’s potential. Turning his gratitude into service, Michael made a lifelong commitment to empower others to act, adapt, and reimagine what’s possible.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
[01:00 ] Introduction and background of Michael Sheldrick.
[04:11 ] Choosing to act meaningfully in your sphere of influence.
[07:11 ] Turning belief and gratitude into meaningful change.
[13:34 ] Willingness to ask for help.
[17:21 ] Systemic change through collaboration and creativity.
[25:30 ] The promise and paradox of AI.
[35:03 ] AI, labor, and creativity.
[38:50 ] The role of education in the future uncertainty.
[43:55 ] What’s in the future for Michael?
RESOURCES
Connect with Michael Sheldrick
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/michael-sheldrick-30364051/
Website - michaelsheldrick.com/
From Ideas to Impact: A Playbook for Influencing and Implementing Change in a Divided World
by Michael Sheldrick
Connect with Nathan and Scott:
LinkedIn (Nathan): linkedin.com/in/nathanchappell/
LinkedIn (Scott): linkedin.com/in/scott-rosenkrans
Website: fundraising.ai/
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