

Difference Maker Series with Andrew Shirman | The Good Leadership Podcast #116
With an extensive background in education, service, leadership development, and philosophy, Andrew is devoted to empowering other leaders. His exceptional skill in program design has played a pivotal role in creating impactful changes in organizations, helping Leaders Atlas scale to new heights.
He is also the co-founder of Education in Sight, a nonprofit that provides access to eye exams and eyeglasses for underprivileged children in Western China. In addition, he co-founded of Mantra, a sunglasses company and social enterprise that donates a pair of eyeglasses to a child in need for every pair of sunglasses it sells.
Education in Sight: http://eis.vision/
Leaders Atlas: https://www.leadersatlas.com/
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Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:02) The problem that led to starting Education in Sight
(05:02) Challenges in providing glasses to children in rural China
(07:36) Tip: Changing people’s mindset and behavior
(10:25) Transitioning to a social enterprise
(14:18) Challenges of running an NGO in China
(16:20) Education in Sight success story
(18:07) Tip: How others can make a difference
(19:45) Recognizing and addressing injustice
(20:42) Tool: Impact of identifying passions
(21:27) Andrew’s latest company: Leaders Atlas
(23:31) Taking the first step to make an impact
(24:57) Conclusion
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