Does being free make you happy? What is freedom anyway? Of course, these are complex questions that don’t have definitive answers. But by exploring the connection between freedom and happiness, perhaps we can make sense of some of it. On a recent volume of Psychology of Entrepreneurship, we brought you the highlights from an enlightening Clubhouse conversation. My famous friends …
How Do You Make a Lasting Impact?
You don’t have to be rich or famous or have a massive platform to impact the world. In fact, making an impact could be as simple as an act of kindness. When it comes to making a difference in humanity, the key is to start small. Start with one person. On a recent volume of Psychology of Entrepreneurship, we presented …
Want to Change the World? Start With Yourself
There are currently many global problems that need solving. The sheer amount of suffering that goes on in the world can be so overwhelming that it’s hard to know where to begin. Human beings are innately selfish. We’ve evolved this way to survive. But starting the change within yourself is not selfish. In fact, it’s the opposite. Sparking small change …
Empowering Others to Heal Themselves
Healing doesn’t have to happen in the spiritual sense. There are so many ways to be a healer, in both your personal and professional life. Sometimes the only thing we need to do to start or facilitate the healing process is to listen. On a recent volume of Psychology of Entrepreneurship, I had the opportunity to speak with Simon Cheng, …
Art and Poetry as a Way to Connect
Art is subjective. When you view a piece of art or read a poem or story, you take your own thoughts and experiences and project them onto the subject at hand. Art and poetry are useful tools human beings use to connect to the world. And an artist can grow immensely from playing on the feedback they receive. On a …
The Difference Between Equity and Equality and Why it Matters
What’s the difference between equity and equality? And why does it matter? Well, equality ensures that everyone has access to the same thing. Equity, however, is about getting everyone what they need to thrive. When we focus only on equality, we’re denying that there may be factors within our control, contributing to why some people aren’t thriving. And that makes …
Adapting an Athlete Mentality as an Entrepreneur
Business is a sport. Therefore, being an entrepreneur is much like being a professional athlete. Part of the athlete mentality is being acutely aware of your physical limitations. If you’re not practising self-care and prioritising your own needs, burn-out is a real possibility. On a recent volume of Psychology of Entrepreneurship, I had an insightful conversation with the one and …
Young People are Tomorrow’s Entrepreneurs
We’re always told that young people are the future, yet we shut down their ideas as naive. Sure, they may not have years of experiences behind their thoughts. But that only means they’re thinking without the restrictions of common societal doctrines. The young people of today are tomorrow’s entrepreneurs, so maybe we should give them a bit more credit. On …
Entrepreneurship 101: Ask the Right Questions
It’s a common misconception that entrepreneurship is about launching a successful business. Sure, that’s part of it. But the entrepreneurial journey is really about creating something to solve a problem. And to determine if you’re going to be able to solve that problem effectively, you have to ask yourself the right questions. On a recent volume of Psychology of Entrepreneurship, …
The Power of Words: Writing From Prison
Can you imagine being locked inside a concrete cell for hours on end every day? With no access to the internet, no smartphone, no ability to call your friends or family on a whim, how would you cope? Writing as a form of communication and expression has been around since the dawn of time. And as the years pass, it …