Simple and true.
Local politics — schools, zoning, council elections — hit us where we live. So why don’t more of us actually get involved? Is it apathy? Dave Meslin says no. He identifies 7 barriers that keep us from taking part in our communities, even when we truly care.
(via Dave Meslin: The antidote to apathy | Video on TED.com)
Source: ted.com
Naveed Lalani is a consultant focused on product and web design for startups and small businesses. He has worked with companies from Fortune 5 million to Fortune 500 on their branding, product strategy, marketing, business development, creative direction and user experience design.
Previously, Naveed co-founded Rally.org (previously Piryx.com), the social giving platform used by non-profits, political campaigns and social entrepreneurs around the world. Naveed oversaw the platform and developer strategy at Piryx in addition to wearing many hats throughout the founding and growth phase.
In his free time, Naveed is reading, blogging, traveling, gaming, speaking, connecting, and watching TED. He enjoys being engaged with the community and empowering others into entrepreneurship. He gives back through his leadership roles with several non-profit organizations.
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