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Be the change you want to see – a summary

Posted by Shoshana 
· Tuesday, August 19th, 2014 

 

I think about this quote a great deal, as you may know, dear reader.  Today, I would like to summarize some of the thoughts I have shared with you over the years concerning this quote.

  • If you want people to comment on your posts, start commenting on other people’s posts.
  • Do you want more diversity for your audiences?  Start by diversifying your own life.
  • Do one small thing to make a change happen instead of simply complaining about the circumstances.
  • If you want more people to donate, start donating more too.
  • Are you wanting more people to be aware of your organization?  Bring the mountain to them to start the awareness.
  • Do you want your organization to run more smoothly as a team?  Start bringing in more team mentality to all that you do.
  • If you wish your social media would take off, start being more social online.
  • Do you want more energy surrounding your organization? Go out and collaborate with other people in your community.
  • If you want more people to care about your art and organization, show you care about them first.
  • Are you wanting your community to support you? Support your community with your gifts.
  • Would you like more support for the arts in general?  Advocate for the arts! 

In general, flip your hopes for change on its head.  Whatever you want to happen for you and your organization, do this for and with other people.  You may not believe in the power of like attracting like, but give it a try before you completely shut out the good juju this way of functioning in life can supply you.

You can be the change you wish to see in your world. 

Cheers to happy and loyal audiences,
Shoshana

Shoshana Fanizza
Chief Audience Builder

 

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