Comments on: Tell me the truth: Can Gen Y Team Up?

By: Vincent

Vincent — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:51:06 +0000

I agree with Greg Rollett.
I think the team should be gathered by goal instead of gathering team to generating giant goal. So that you know what kind of people you need, and how could you use resources to achieve the specific goal.

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By: Nate St. Pierre

Nate St. Pierre — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:27:35 +0000

Hey Jun, I’m friends with many of the people you mention in your article, though I’m mostly just an occasional lurker on your site (hence me just now getting to this post, haha).

I’ve read every comment up to this point, because I’m really interested in the topic . . . IS it possible for all these disparate people to come together and work on one project?

I’m commenting here because I want to let you know that it is at least in some respects possible - I do it every week with what I call the “A-Team” - a group of 400 people in 30 countries who spend 15 minutes a week going out into the real world, making a difference in the lives of those around them - in a way that’s meaningful to THEM. I manage communication with the entire group, assign the weekly “missions”, and coordinate our efforts to accomplish big things.

You can learn a little more here: http://www.itstartswith.us/change-the-world/

Some of the people in our group have no influence at all, some are big online and small in the real world, and some are huge in the real world with a very small footprint online. But no matter who they are, they all unite together once a week to change the world.

I’m starting to partner with other large groups to form sub-teams, and I’ve been approached by charitable organizations as well. This thing is really taking off after just 6 months, and I’m working to make this my full-time job within the next 6 months.

If you ever want to chat about making a difference both online and off, just hit me up. I find the idea of bringing together a large entreprenurial community fascinating.

Nate

By: Brenton Gieser

Brenton Gieser — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 03:47:01 +0000

I think in many respects web 2.0 is all about the collaboration of people through technology (for the most part) to reach a common goal. Yet, (as Jun points out) the world is highly segmented with people collaborating but not its optimum capacity. With our generation specifically, there is a yearning in all of us to do something beyond normalcy (I think we all have seen it and feel it)…doing something meaningful with anyone trying to make their imprint on the world would be beyond gratifying…it can change our generation’s way of influencing the world. This can be our very own Wikipedia or Linux project with or without a technical core, most importantly we can harness the power of our crowd to create something great and inspire.

As for coming up with a common goal, I think it’s simpler then we make it to be. What does anyone who is reading this post want? I think it is: to live a meaningful and exciting life. Surprisingly enough, I don’t think that was the core focus of many other generations. So how do we communicate that goal through a common project…I think finding that out is the exciting part

Simply put…Im in…and I know many other very capable people who are too…let’s get this goin…looking forward to hear from others!!

By: Kevin Asuncion

Kevin Asuncion — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 21:56:19 +0000

Although I’m newer to the community, I’d love to contribute anything I can to any projects that come to fruition from this initial call to action. I’m with Cody, I think it might be interesting to look into how we can make a difference offline and maximize not just our own personal value, but look to see how we can really provide some value to society, and the environment on the whole. Keep me in the loop and let me know how I can help.

By: Josh Thomas

Josh Thomas — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:16:19 +0000

Jun, I’m not a blogger, but I’m about to finally get off my ass and get started. I’d love to get involved with this - how can I help?

By: Grace Boyle

Grace Boyle — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:01:41 +0000

Good idea, Jun! I also really liked reading through everyone’s comment…it almost reinforced that stereotype where each of us had something different to say or offer. In my eyes, two (or more) heads are better than one. I would LOVE to collaborate on something with this community, at large.

The way Rebecca commented on the way we do work together already (on a small scale) and that those projects still have power to them.

I do see time being an issue. It would have to be something that has some sort of flexibility but still allows for an end goal, fulfilling responsibilities, etc. I’m really excited to hear more about this. Count me in. I’m always down and I know our creativity as a whole could be amazing!

By: Matt Cheuvront

Matt Cheuvront — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 10:29:56 +0000

Ambitious goal Jun - I’ve met and chatted with several people and those who know me on a more personal level know I am an idea machine - In short, I’m in - let’s chat - the possibilities both now and over the long-term are endless.

By: Cody McKibben

Cody McKibben — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 07:56:22 +0000

With my business and my blog, I am continually looking for ways that I can give back and support social change, the urban poor, and displaced people across Southeast Asia. I’ve partnered with my buddy Dwight Turner here in Thailand (InSearchOfSanuk.com) to put on a lot of Tweetups for Charity, supporting various charity and volunteer causes in Bangkok and the surrounding area, and Thrilling Heroics Consulting has starting giving back a percentage to his organization.

I think things like social entrepreneurship, microphilanthropy, voluntourism, and so on might be powerful “goals” to consider…

By: Cody McKibben

Cody McKibben — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 07:43:22 +0000

I’ll be back in Cali in April for another Coachella. Other than that, you know where you find my typically—Thailand. I would love to be there for a fun week of meeting everyone and brainstorming, just hope I could fit it into my travel plans.

And of course, Mastermind group, I’m in!