Looking at the enormity of global issues, many people feel their individual efforts won’t make a real difference. As a student, Michael Sheldrick struggled with his academics, unsure of his potential, until one teacher believed in him and helped him unlock his true abilities. That pivotal moment showed him the power of a single individual’s impact. Now, as co-founder of Global Citizen, he mobilizes millions of people, including world leaders and pop culture icons, to drive meaningful change. In this episode, Michael joins Kevin to discuss how to identify impactful ideas, implement bold actions, and create change, even with the most unlikely allies.

Michael Sheldrick is an Australian author and co-founder of Global Citizen, a movement dedicated to ending extreme poverty. He has helped secure over $60 billion in commitments to fight extreme poverty and advance the Sustainable Development Goals.

In this episode, Kevin and Michael will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(02:08) From Struggling Student to Global Impact

(05:19) Co-Founding Global Citizen to Fight Poverty

(09:28) Using Music and Pop Culture for Social Change

(16:36) Blame, Fear, and the Barrier to Change

(23:00) Working with Unlikely Allies for Change

(25:45) The Power of Naively Audacious Goals

(29:20) The Importance of Community Engagement

(35:32) Moving Beyond Arguments to Create Change

(44:16) Empowering Change Through Action

Michael Sheldrick is an Australian author and co-founder of Global Citizen, a movement dedicated to ending extreme poverty. He has helped secure over $60 billion in commitments to fight extreme poverty and advance the Sustainable Development Goals. Known for co-producing major campaigns like the Global Citizen Festival, Mandela 100, and the One World virtual concert, Michael uses advocacy and music to mobilize millions globally for change.

Connect with Michael:

Michael’s Website: michaelsheldrick.com 

Michael’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michael-sheldrick-30364051 

Resources Mentioned:

Michael’s Book, From Ideas to Impact: A Playbook for Influencing and Implementing Change in a Divided World: https://www.amazon.com/Ideas-Impact-Playbook-Influencing-Implementing/dp/1394202342 

Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community by Robert D. Putnam: https://www.amazon.com/Bowling-Alone-Collapse-American-Community/dp/0743203046 

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