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We all have skills. Yes, we do. What we do with them is a different matter. Think drug dealers, or spammers, for example. To some extent, I actually admire these guys’ skills. Spammers have been impressing me with their ingenuity, time after time. Imagine what good they could do with such creativity!!
Now, what about you? Do you work in Finance but can’t bear telling people what you do? Do you do legal work but hate the type of people you serve, and yourself in the process? Are you great at marketing but tired of helping the rich get richer? Even when you think you career isn’t suited to you or you just want more meaning in your life, you can use your acquired skills, which many would appreciate in another industry. An industry that could be meaningful to you. Social enterprises are booming with people who want to make a difference with their skills. Why don’t you check one out?
Here’s a starting point. If you’ve ever been interested or curious about microfinance, here’s a great chance.
Microfinance without Borders is a Social Enterprise that provides micro-finance services and education to many communities around the world. They run courses for professionals who want to make a difference with their skills. I know them and love them, because I know and love their founder, Dr Phyllis SantaMaria. Phyllis is one of the 30 people featured in my book Passion Pays and she’s an inspiration. Their Microfinance In Action course runs regularly over a two-month period and the next one starts in January 2013. For an introduction, go to their free event on 3rd Dec 2012 in London. You will learn about their live projects and from their graduates’ experiences. Last time, they had three Anglican Priests on their course… I tell you, we all have skills that can apply anywhere.
As Phyllis puts it: “Microfinance is a vehicle for increasing opportunity for all people to reach their full potential.” Don’t waste yours.
You can tell people you work in Finance and feel proud! This is how simple it can be to make a (positive) difference with your skills. Spammers, take note.
Remember, now it's time to get passionate!
GenieCoach
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Let’s change the world of work. My mission is to transform the sleep walkers and the living dead at work into the talented, purposeful creators of the world they really are. Do you know anyone in the media, business, career or humanitarian field who feels the same? They may want to hear from me and I’d love to hear from them. If that’s you, even better. Get in touch.
My name is Genevieve de Lacaze. I'm just a regular girl. changing the world. one passion at a time. I love passionate conversations and ventures. Here are some labels and links if you know to learn more:
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