[Blog] Training vs. Development
by Sam Chand
Recently, I stood in Nelson Mandela Square in Johannesburg, South Africa. Nelson Mandela is what we would consider a world-changer. How do individuals like him become world-changers? How do they begin? Are they born with special pedigrees that qualify them to be world-changers?
I don’t believe this is the case; world-changers are ordinary people doing extraordinary things. It starts with an idea—a thought. These individuals think, ‘Wow. I’d like to make a difference.’ They see a need in their community and start taking steps to meet that need and make a difference. One thing leads to another, and they become world-changers.
Today, I want to encourage you! Perhaps you want to change the world in some way, but feel overwhelmed or unsure how to begin. Be sure of this: it won’t come about because of any strategic plan, conference, or seminar. It will only start when you get passionate about the needs around you. Begin to make a difference where you are!
Who knows? One day, there may be a square named after you. Even if not, you’ll be making a lasting difference for those around you. And that’s the definition of a world-changer.
ABOUT SAM CHAND
As a Dream Releaser, Sam Chand serves pastors, ministries and businesses as a leadership architect and change strategist. His purpose is to help others succeed. Sam Chand has served as senior pastor, college president, chancellor and president emeritus. A consultant and mentor to leaders of leaders, Sam Chandā€™s singular vision for his life is to help others succeed. Sam Chand develops leaders through consultations, books and speaking engagements. Leaders are using Sam Chand's books as handbooks worldwide in leadership development.
