The Art Of Being A Changemaker

Take a moment to think about this quote:

“If no one tries to change things, things simply are never going to change.”

Throughout my life, I’ve always admired changemakers willing to courageously stand up and make a difference in a world where it’s all too easy to remain in the comfort zones our daily lives can often afford us. I considered them to be superheroes.

If you could pick one changemaker that has been most inspiring to you… who would it be?

For me, it’s my late father! He never lost sight of his dreams and always maintained a positive view. He took big risks throughout his life to make a better life for himself and his family that he loved dearly. He was creative in his thinking and always gained the respect from others around him.

If you think about the Changemaker(s) you chose, and how I’ve simply described my father, I’m sure you would see some, if not all, of the following characteristics:

1. self-aware

2. confident

3. respected

4. risk taker

5. curious

6. creative

7. great communicator

8. flexible

9. positive

10. strong minded.

Through personal experience, I’ve found that being a changemaker is challenging to say the least as a willingness to take a leap of faith and stand out from the crowd makes you an easy and convenient target for those who would prefer to adhere to the status quo.

I remember being asked when I first made the decision to start my own business, which is all about change for a better future, “Why would you want to do that when you have job security and a good income?”

My reply was simple: if no one ever tries to change things, things simply are never going to change.

At that point, I was considered by some to be naive and by others to have lost my mind, and both camps were probably right to some degree. However, I took a leap of faith and believed in my heart that it was the right decision. The decision literally required a complete disruption to myself.

I believe changemakers need to disrupt themselves in order to master relentless change and speed up the learning curve. The last 2-3 months have seen zero curve just a vertical line for me, for which I’m completely grateful. It’s enabled me to play to my strengths, take risks, grow and discover so much about myself.

Think of one endeavour you could tackle with some creative action to initiate positive change.

With this endeavour in mind, here are five focus points I’ve learned through experience that will help to initiate a positive change for the better with whatever you do.

1.) Bring a road map

Before you set out on a change making effort, always know the path and be able to provide the road map and the underpinning of where you’re headed.

2. Always expect setbacks

Nothing happens overnight, and you’ll undoubtedly have setbacks. That’s always to be expected and just remember to keep moving forward.

3.) Always stick to the high ground

The ability to stand for something and to rise above the naysayers as opposed to simply standing against something sets you apart. Stay the course and continue a positive belief in the change you’re promoting.

4.) Commit to the long haul

Change will never come through simple fixes. It takes time and a complete commitment to enacting it long beyond the timeframe you’ve ever imagined.

5.) Always under promise and over deliver

As a Changemaker, believe in your role but also realise what you say matters and never exceed through words what you’re unable to exceed through actions. No one person can do anything alone and it will always take you inspiring others to make an impact. Bring your team along with you.

In the end, being a Changemaker means being someone who’s able to inspire others, being able to adapt to the changes around you, and being able to become the change you want to see happen.

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Rosemary Email: rosie@real4tomorrow.com.au