Rebecca Self

Blogger, Change agent, Connector, Consultant, Explorer, Foodie, Global soul, Idea generator, Single, World traveler

Global nomad. Connector of changemakers. Systems thinker. Funny. An expert in global talent development with a Ph.D. in the use of media technologies & content, Self's a Master of the questions, 'What's next?' 'By when?' and 'How would we do that?'" She specializes in inspiration, connections and getting things done. For her work connecting and amplifying the impact of young changemakers, TED Fellow Kyra Gaunt calls her the DreamMaker. Want to get from Point A to Point B fast? Dr. Self helps clients envision their goals and get there with velocity. Self's specialities include global rollout and organization-wide cultural shifts. Her passion lies in unleashing the potential of young global leaders. She guides clients from idea through completion, or said another way, facilitates Dreams Come True. What's your Dream? Participants at Connect & Act (Amsterdam October 2011) call this Rebecca’s Question: “What do you need?” Let’s see how quickly we can make what you need happen.

inspiration, community, connections, media, good conversation, maximum impact, living globally, education, justice & a world that works for everyone. Also: spas, wine, beaches. Living well.

I deal in Dreams Come True. In lifestyle design. In a world that works for everyone. We're moving from an age of powerful institutions to an age of networked individuals & need new structures and processes. I find the most remarkable young changemakers I can and ask, "What do you need?" Esra'a Al Shafei needed a source of income to continue her work with mideastyouth.com. Done. Maggie Doyne needed a vehicle to haul food and water so she could feed hundreds of kids in Nepal every day. Done. TEDSter Jeroen Hermkens dreamed of creating an event that brought changemakers to the Netherlands. Done. What's your dream? What do you need? I dream of all of us connected, amplifying our impact, working together.

Leadership Development in Multinationals, Media & Culture, Politics, journalism, business, trends, global issues, policy, e, Social Enterpreneurship, Teaching - University and extension, Training - Organizational Strategies

Here's what I learned from my first TEDx talk: This is NOT the time or place to ask, “What do you need?” and then fill the gaps in the program. That’s what I did. Not the best application of "Rebecca's Question" (see above). Next time I’ll tell a truth so meaningful to me it will be simple, beautiful and easier to remember – for me & the audience! Am so looking forward to it.

Sultry jazz vocals. Clarity - most conversations or sets of information that seem vast or complex can be quickly boiled down to simple patterns, ideas & facts. Velocity. Intense focus. Blogging.