"When we think we don't have any power, we effectively don't, and we give it to someone else." - Ryan Hagen

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Ryan Hagen for a deep dive into systemic climate action that goes far beyond personal carbon footprints. Ryan shares insights from his new book "Your Guide to Climate Action," revealing how we can reclaim our power in community systems and create real change.

Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Niiamah welcomes Ryan Hagen

0:45 Ryan's life mission statement

3:08 Creating intentional, meaningful conversations

6:04 The book on climate action

8:54 Moving beyond personal footprints

13:24 Starting with small actions first

15:44 Importance of action-based experience

20:02 Understanding our spheres of influence

25:15 Reclaiming your personal power

30:40 Courage in authentic vulnerability

34:16 Authentic communication builds connection

37:06 Applying systems thinking everywhere

45:25 Closing thoughts and appreciation

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