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The Greg McKeown Podcast

250. Higher Contribution for Large-Scale Change with Dr. Rajiv Shah (Part 2)

Nov 28, 2023
Dr. Rajiv Shah, president of the Rockefeller Foundation and former USAID leader, dives into essential discussions about global health and crisis prevention. He shares insights on the leadership lessons learned during the Ebola outbreak and highlights the importance of listening and collaboration. Dr. Shah emphasizes how child health is vital for economic progress and societal stability. He also reflects on the profound impacts of grief and the transformative power of storytelling in driving social change, encouraging listeners to contribute meaningfully to their communities.
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Quick takeaways

  • Prevention and proactive measures can prevent dire global situations, as seen in Dr. Shah's work during the Ebola crisis.
  • Effective leadership involves active listening, humility, and learning from others' experiences for positive impact.

Deep dives

Preventing a Worldwide Pandemic

In this podcast episode, author Greg McEwen discusses the importance of prevention, highlighting the Ebola outbreak in West Africa as an example. He emphasizes the role of Dr. Shah, the president of the Rockefeller Foundation, in preventing a dire situation from occurring on a global scale. The episode explores the power of prevention and the impact it can have in intercepting major problems. McEwen encourages listeners to read the chapter on prevention in his book, 'Effortless,' to gain further insight.

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