The Next Big Idea Daily Best Of: How Large-Scale Change Really Happens
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Dec 26, 2024 Rajiv Shah, the president of the Rockefeller Foundation and former USAID administrator, shares his insights on driving large-scale change. He discusses the importance of taking bold actions to tackle significant global challenges. Shah introduces the concept of 'big bets,' emphasizing innovation and collaboration as keys to solving societal problems. He also highlights how personal connections and compassion are essential in a divided world, drawing on stories of pivotal moments that inspire transformative action.
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Making Big Bets
- Make big bets to solve problems, not just incremental improvements.
- This requires fresh ideas, unlikely partnerships, and rigorous result measurement.
Aspiration Trap
- The "aspiration trap" makes people aim too low when facing big challenges.
- Large-scale change is possible with big bets and a focus on solutions, partnerships, and results.
COVID-19 Testing
- During COVID-19, the Rockefeller Foundation focused on increasing testing capacity in the US.
- They formed alliances and measured results, enabling a safe return to schools within a year.
