Once you watch the video above, lets talk… When we were kids, anything was possible. I was a Jedi, and elite member of G.I. Joe, a Movie Director and a Thundercat — just to name a few. Some may call that a vivid imagination, but it was real to me. So real in that I created worlds and saved people in need. The worlds were my entertainment, and the people were my friends. Simply put, as kids there are no lines. Reality and the ‘yet to be real’ are beautifully blurred.
Then we become adults. Most of us are taught the real world has no room for our child-like imagination. Rosebud becomes a distant memory as the cubes and lines form around us. Yet, every now and then we see that rare bird. The one with the spark who reminds us what is was like to be a child. It’s usually easy to spot one as they often dress, speak and act the opposite of normal. Even the ones that blend-in share one common trait — the desire to change the world in which they live. And guess what, many do. In business these birds are called entrepreneurs.
The funny thing is every kid has the opportunity to be an entrepreneur. To turn their dream into a startup, then into something more… Their ideas can create new worlds and save people in need. It’s up to us to never let their idealism go the way of Citizen Kane. As parents, educators and mentors we can lead by example. Not every kid or adult is meant to be an entrepreneur, but what about the ones who are? How do we ensure every opportunity is granted? I think it starts by telling them it’s not only okay, but honorable to dream big. Let them know that every innovation given to the human race is because the inventor remained a kid at heart. And, if you are an adult, know it’s never too late… One idea combined with lots of hard work can change the world.
Let us start a new revolution in business. Deliver a micro-economy of startups that will one day redefine the market as we know it. And at the same time, mentor today’s kids to take our entrepreneurial spirt to even greater heights… The call has begun. Thundercats, HO!
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