About Firdaus Kharas: Firdaus Kharas is the Founder of Chocolate Moose Media, he is a world-renowned creator of mass communications, speaker, consultant and thought leader on creativity and communications. He is a global leader and pioneer in using animation for social change. He is the author of Creativity: The Key to a Remarkable Life.

His work focuses on creating innovative solutions for some of the world's toughest issues by affecting societal and individual behavioral change through human-centered communications across many cultures and countries to better the human condition. He also consults to companies and organizations on applying creative thinking and on communications.

In this episode Lisa and Firdaus discuss:

• Pioneering Animation for Social Change
• Applying Creativity to Drive Global Change
• Cultivating Creativity in Life and Work
• Unleashing Creativity: Passion, Innovation, and Respect
• Leaving a Legacy of Positive Change

Key Takeaways: 

• Discover the power of animated videos in addressing social issues and bettering the human condition 
• Understand how early experiences influenced Firdaus to apply a human rights perspective in creating media that informs and empowers people globally
• Explore the mental process of creativity and how exposing oneself to new experiences and perspectives can expand creative thinking
• Recognize the importance of creativity in various fields, from art to science and engineering, for innovation and problem-solving
• Learn the key elements needed to be highly creative: passion, focus on innovation, respect, and the ability to fail

“You can train your mind to expand your creativity. That's really what I've been telling people: no matter what you do, where you live, what language you speak, or your gender, you can expand your creative thinking if you put your mind to it.”

• Firdaus Kharas

Connect with Firdaus Kharas:             

Website: https://chocmoose.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/firdaus-kharas-95a28016/ 

Firdaus’ Book: https://chocmoose.com/book/ 

Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/firdauskharas 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

Lisa’s BOOK: Go!: Reboot Your Career in 90 Days 

Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelo Paul Tagama

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