Igniting Transformative Change through Glocal Health Innovation | Motadegbe E. Adeyemo | TEDxUniOsun

Sharing Ideas Through Voice, Passion, and Story

• Rich had an idea in 1984 to share ideas, which can be done through three key elements: DPS, which stands for voice, passion, and story, as these are the most effective ways to spread ideas and make an impact (42s).
• Using one's voice is essential because it's authentic and cannot be taken away, allowing individuals to express themselves freely (1m2s).
• Passion is another crucial element, as when it becomes professional, work becomes enjoyable, and individuals can make a meaningful difference (1m23s).
• Storytelling is also vital, as it allows people to share their experiences and connect with others on a deeper level (1m34s).

Personal Journey and the Importance of Impact

• The individual's personal story involves leaving school with 96% and being recognized as one of the top students, receiving prizes from CH 1 to CH 3, and initially struggling with a 60% score but eventually improving (1m58s).
• The individual then went on to study animal science at university, where they began to question their purpose and realized the importance of patience and making an impact while waiting for opportunities (3m45s).
• They started teaching tutorials, which helped them make a positive impact on others, and eventually became a teaching assistant with a 5.0 GPA (4m45s).
• The individual's journey involved overcoming challenges and realizing their potential, which ultimately led them to become a leader and inspire others (5m18s).
• They emphasized the importance of inspiring, innovating, and making a positive impact in every position they occupy, which is why they are speaking today (5m49s).
• The individual also shared their experience of visiting their alma mater and being inspired by the progress made, which motivated them to continue making a difference (6m4s).
• They also mentioned their involvement in various competitions and leadership roles, including becoming the champion of a presidential competition and serving as a commission officer (7m30s).
• A personal experience led to a realization that one must do something impactful, regardless of their position, and this mindset helped in making a difference in various aspects of life (7m55s).

Preparation, Self-Improvement, and Global Health Innovation

• Preparation and self-improvement are essential, as they can lead to new opportunities and a chance to make a positive impact, and it's crucial to ask oneself what they are doing while waiting for their time to come (8m52s).
• After becoming the president of an association, the focus shifted to transforming change through global health innovation, and it was realized that global solutions must be adapted to local communities to be effective (9m12s).
• A personal experience with a patient's death due to a lack of basic life support (BLS) training led to the idea of providing BLS training to local communities, and this initiative aimed to make a positive impact (9m38s).

Discovering Purpose and the Importance of Passion

• The importance of discovering one's purpose and being intentional about it was emphasized, and it was suggested that one's purpose can be discovered by identifying what they are passionate about and what the world needs (12m52s).
• Passion is a crucial element in discovering one's purpose, and it's essential to find something that one is willing to dedicate themselves to, even if it means leaving other pursuits behind (13m37s).
• Innovation and intentionality are key in making a positive impact, and it's essential to look beyond excuses and focus on finding solutions to real-world problems (13m52s).
• The passion for helping the community and changing the narrative for health is a driving force, and one is willing to make sacrifices for it (14m20s).

Global Health Challenges and the Importance of Innovation

• According to statistics, there are 7,000 different health-related problems in 27 countries, and finding a solution to these problems is crucial (14m56s).
• Discovering one's purpose is essential, and it can be done by reading books and being intentional about one's actions (15m40s).

I.M.S.S. and the Importance of Authenticity

• The concept of I.M.S.S. stands for Independence, thought process, and being authentic, which means being true to oneself and not following the crowd (16m5s).
• Leadership is about membership, and having people with experience and professionalism is essential, but one should also be willing to learn from others (16m57s).

Intentionality and Leadership through Membership

• An experience at a Media event in 2020, where one had an exam the next week but still attended the event, shows the importance of being intentional and taking action (17m17s).
• Meeting with a commissioner of police and politicians after the event highlights the impact one can have when they are intentional about their actions (18m39s).

The Importance of Intentional Actions and Social Gratification

• People want to be important and have social gratification, and being intentional about one's actions can help achieve this (19m34s).
• Medical students, who are considered to be in a prestigious profession, should also be intentional about their actions and not make excuses (20m8s).
• Being selective about the events one attends and not going for shows or anything that doesn't align with one's goals is essential for achieving success (20m36s).

The Power of Governance and Influence

• Being in governance or politics can provide a platform to influence networks and impact a large number of people, regardless of individual abilities (21m41s).
• As a president of 54 medical students, one has the responsibility to make the best decisions for them, and when one is trusted, nature responds to their goodness (22m25s).

Solution-Providing Mindset and the Importance of Purpose

• Having a solution-providing mindset is essential, which involves discovering purpose, innovative thinking, independent thought processes, mentorship skills, and being a problem solver (22m52s).
• The journey to becoming a problem solver starts with discovering one's purpose and having an innovative mindset, which can lead to becoming a solution provider (22m55s).
• Having a problem-solving mindset allows one to identify problems and think about what can be done to solve them, and it is essential to stay curious and look for opportunities to make an impact (24m33s).

Making a Positive Impact and Leaving a Legacy

• One should ask themselves what they are doing for others, what they want to be remembered for, and what impact they want to make (24m59s).
• Mother Teresa's quote emphasizes the importance of being grateful and making a positive impact, as it is impossible to be ungrateful for so long without being notable (25m10s).
• Everyone has the power to make a change, and it is essential to remember that one can be the change they want to see in the world (25m53s).