It’s rough being a teen in America these days. You’re told that without a 4.0 GPA, your future is basically over before it starts. So, you scramble to get those perfect grades, all for the chance to join the rat race to get into the same top schools as everyone else. Once you’re in, the pressure doesn’t let up—you’re herded like cattle toward the “dream jobs” of medicine, law, or engineering. Because any other path means you’re doomed. Or maybe you’re taught to idolize “disruptive” startups...
12 days ago • 3 min read
Hey Changemakers, It turns out that over 50% of new grads end up in shit jobs after finishing school. Today's story shows how to take that harsh reality and turn it on its head. We are talking about a liberal art grad who managed to get into one of the most coveted organization AND built an global startup from the ground up. Her energy is simply off the charts and we met her earlier this week at OCE's summer cohort. Let’s dive in… But FIRST If you are new, welcome to OCE’s weekly newsletter...
19 days ago • 3 min read
Young, naive, rather innocent, I played by "the rules". Let me save you some hard lessons early in your climb. But FIRST If you are new, welcome to OCE’s weekly newsletter curated for the ambitious youth…here are some articles you missed from previous weeks: 📈 3 Steps to market your passion project Read More → 🎨 Best tools for building your passion project Read More → 📘 Fight for your future starting with this... Read More → If I just find the perfect job, I’ll be fulfilled and secure for...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
The fastest way to win...is by picking the brains of those who are already successful. But how do you do that without shelling out thousands of dollars? Simple. You read. The foundation of success is self-education then applying it into practice. Here are my favorite books for finding purpose, the next big idea and tools to turn them into reality But FIRST If you are new, welcome to OCE’s weekly newsletter curated for the ambitious youth…here are some articles you missed from previous weeks:...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
I love tinkering with ideas and looking for things to build. But as soon as I have to share with the world, I get cold feet. Can you relate? That wonderful feeling of having a brilliant idea brewing in your head, the thrill of possibility and endless potential. But when it is finally time to launch….reality hits. All the people who said they loved your idea just may love it, but not enough to use it or even sign up for it. At least not right now they tell you; later, soon, they promise. You...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hey Changemakers, Today’s story is as about as good as the “college dropout to successful biz owner” genre gets. We’re talking saving millions of lives while making millions $$$ good. We met Justin Fulcher (Forbes30U30, Healthcare & Sciences) back in 2021 during OCE’s inaugural cohort. He is the brain behind RingMD, a pioneer in telehealth that brought accessible healthcare to rural communities on a global scale. Inspiration? Check. Frameworks he uses to build his biz? Check. Wholesome little...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read
Is it just me or are there a million demonstrations, rallies, and protests out there these days? Fridays for Future, Women’s March, Occupy Wallstreet…you name it. Alright, cool. Good for them. I also stand behind sustainability, gender, race and economic equality- levelling the playing field and creating a prosper future for all. But there is only one problem. WHERE'S THE PROGRESS??!? But FIRST If you are new, welcome to OCE’s weekly newsletter curated for the ambitious youth…here are some...
2 months ago • 1 min read
You’re a creative, a visionary, a builder on a mission to share your why with the world. There is only one problem. It’s noisy and crowded out there, you got to break through the noise to get your idea across. So, you set up a website, post on social media, send out your mass emails, push flyer at everyone you meet, spam in every group imaginable and… crickets. You aren’t alone. For anyone that has started a project or business believe me, I understand. Is there another way to propagate your...
2 months ago • 2 min read
If there is one thing I wish I could’ve done earlier, it is this.. Building up my reputation as a changemaker. And here’s why… But FIRST If you are new, welcome to OCE’s weekly newsletter curated for the ambitious youth…here are some articles you missed from previous weeks: 📈 How to get people to ACTUALLY respond Read More → 🎨 Best tools for building your passion project Read More → 📘 All Your Questions Answered Read More → The world is changing. Many of you weren’t even born during the days...
2 months ago • 3 min read