The first step in making an impact is to identify your Influence Anchor
This is where you can hang your coat, so to speak, on the purpose / cause that you are most passionate about – and establish a strategy for how you can then make your mark on the world. The goal of this section is to be able to answer the question: Where do I feel called to create change?
Here are 5 key areas of influence to consider
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Changemaker for Causes
Speaking out, fundraising, campaigning
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Career Trailblazer
Leading in your field, uplifting others
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Sustainability Advocate
Living + promoting eco-conscious choices
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Wellbeing Champion
Promoting mental health, self-care, balance
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Community Impact
Volunteering, organising local events, mentorship
Define your Influence
Answer these questions:
What major problems do you see in the world?
What’s one change you wish to see most in the world?
Where do you see problems you can fix?
What do you love doing?
What are your strengths?
Who do you personally wish to help or inspire most?
How could you use your skills to solve this problem?
still not sure? Try our Influence Anchor quiz
Here’s a quiz to help focus your mind more into where your energy can create meaningful change.