Simple as that. This is to a friend who is passionate about a problem with an organisation she deeply cares about. She clearly wants to do something about it, but doubts her own abilities.
Most people aren’t passionate about anything, especially not one thing that makes them open up their heart and talk endlessly, not one thing they care enough about to do something even in the face of criticims, against the status quo. If you have a passion, especially if that passion is a problem with an organisation, a society, or a country, pursue it and lead people to fix it because chances are, you’re not the only one with this problem.
There will be people out there who share the same thoughts and interests, but they need a leader. Most people don’t like to lead, if you cared enough, you should become that leader. Most people don’t have the motivation to take the initiative, you have to take that initiative and convince them to pursue that passion with you. If you don’t do it, who will?
Being passionate is contagious, just like other human emotions. When you’re excited about it, your listeners will be too. Your ideas need a catalyst to spread. Spread it by talking, writing, make some noise, get yourself heard, don’t be embarrased. Don’t fear the judgement of others because for every one who tries to judge you harshly, ten more will aplaud your initiative. Don’t listen to your critics if they’re just cynical and haven’t tried anything of their own, especially if they’re part of the problem. The real critics are the people you’re trying to reach. The students, the employers, whoever they are. Listen to them, are they interested in you? Talk to them.
Entrepreneurs spend their life searching for that one thing they can pursue for the rest of their life, trying many different projects until they find it. If you already have that and know what you’re passionate about, then you’re way ahead of everyone else. Go for it because you’re young, smart, and passionate. Your cause is genuine, no one else is as motivated as you are, but they can be, they need a leader and that leader is you.
