Rudder4Life Blog
Discover the Changing Power of Social Entrepreneurship!
Social entrepreneurship is like a lighthouse in a stormy sea—it guides society toward change, breaking through the darkness and helping people find a safer course. In their insightful work, Social Entrepreneurship, Roger L. Martin and executive Sally R. Osberg explore what makes social entrepreneurship so potent, how it differs from conventional social services,
Why Economic Growth Doesn’t Solve Inequality?
When we think of progress, we often equate it with wealth. After all, isn’t a booming economy with new technologies, businesses, and opportunities supposed to uplift everyone? Surprisingly, a 19th-century political economist, Henry George, posed a thought-provoking question: Why does poverty persist and worsen as societies grow richer? In his seminal work
The Inevitable Switch: From Capitalism to Socialism!
Often seen as opposing forces, are capitalism and socialism like two dancers performing a complex routine together in the big story of economic systems? In his groundbreaking work “Capitalism, Socialism, and Democracy,” the first edition in 1942, Joseph A. Schumpeter offers a compelling, if somewhat unsettling, portrait of capitalism’s future. Then, he
How to Beat Career Fear!
Are you ready to thrive in the 21st-century workplace that’s evolving faster than ever? It requires adapting to new demands, technologies, and cultures, like navigating a river constantly shifting its course. In her book “Career Fear (And How to Beat It)”, Somi Arian provides a roadmap for the future of work, offering
Learning: A Change in the Meaning of Experiences!
Do we truly comprehend the transformative potential of learning, or have we been viewing it through a narrow lens? The book Learning How to Learn by Joseph D. Novak and D. Bob Gowin challenges the conventional belief that learning is merely a change in behaviour, a viewpoint long upheld by behavioural psychologists.
Why Schools Need a Makeover for the Innovators of Tomorrow!
Why does the education system often stifle creativity and problem-solving instead of advancing innovation and independent thinking? In a world that celebrates these qualities, it’s surprising that our schools reward obedience and conformity. Ana Lorena Fábrega’s book, The Learning Game, challenges this status quo, making a solid case for why and how
The Dawn of the 5IR: Humans and Machines, Better Together!
Did you know that our world has been driven forward by a series of advancements, each propelling us into the future? The first advancement, known as the First Industrial Revolution, was powered by steam. The second was powered by electricity, the third by computers, and the fourth by intelligent machines, robotics, and
Becoming a Human+ Worker for Jobs that Don’t Even Exist Yet
What if traditional education and high school graduation are just the starting point of your learning journey? In her book “Long Life Learning: Preparing for Jobs That Don’t Even Exist Yet,” Michelle Weise presents an inspiring vision of the future where education and work go hand in hand throughout life. As we
How Competing Values Shape Our Choices and Behaviours
Imagine standing at a busy crossroads with paths branching in every direction. Each path represents a different decision you could make: staying safe on the well-trodden path, taking a risky shortcut, or venturing down a winding route no one else has tried. This crossroads is a metaphor for our daily lives, where
Why We Learn Better When We Care?
Have you ever sat through a boring lecture or training session, dutifully taking notes, only to forget everything shortly after? It’s like being at a fancy dinner, and the chef serves a dish with all the best ingredients—but it’s bland. You poke at it, unimpressed, because despite the quality, it lacks what
Beliefs: The Invisible Architects of Our Reality!
Belief systems are like the lenses through which we view the world. Just as a pair of glasses helps someone see clearly, our beliefs shape how we interpret experiences, make decisions, and interact with others. So, they are like the invisible blueprints that shape the architecture of our lives. Just as a
A Holistic Take Crucial to Understanding Human Development!
What if we told you that our lives are complicatedly interconnected with everything around us, much like a tree in a forest? Ecological Systems Theory is not just a concept; it’s a story we all play a part in. Imagine a tree in a forest. This tree is not just isolated; it’s connected