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CONTENTS

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The Reformer’s Mindset:The Distinguishing Attributes of a Game-Changing Reformer

Building Block 1:Developing the Character of a Game-Changing Reformer

Building Block 2:You have to be Good at It! The Keys of Competence and Execution

Building Block 3:It is About Influence: Increasing your Power to Influence

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Building Block 4:Effective Game-Changing Reformers Don’t Do Solo – They Collaborate

Becoming a Superhero:Pushing Through - Overcoming Adversity

Taking Action:Arise

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THE DISTINGUISHINGATTRIBUTES OF AGAME-CHANGINGREFORMER

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Activity 1.1 / Introducing the Game-Changing ReformerThe word reform is quite popular and is widely used in many circles,but a closer look into the meaning of what reformation truly entailsreveals the price and the sacrifices to be paid for the manifestation ofthe true Game-Changing Reformer. This segment peels back thelayers of what Game-Changing Reformers are truly made of. Consider the following questions.

Who is a Game-Changing Reformer?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What does a Game-Changing Reformer look like?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How does a Game-Changing Reformer behave?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What does a Game-Changing Reformer do?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Activity 1.2 / The DNA of the Game-Changing ReformerWhat are the attributes of the Game-Changing Reformer’s mindset? __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How would you identify a Game-Changing Reformer?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Activity 1.3 / The Power of SoundSound is powerful and has meaning. As a Game-Changing Reformer,it is important to understand how sound works. You should startthinking about your sound. Who are you? What sound do you make?What kind of sound would you like to make? What sound does yourwords convey? What impact does your sound have?It is time for you to become more conscious and intentional about thewords you use, how you use them and the sound you release.To help you with this process, please complete the Sound Worksheetbelow. This worksheet helps to identify the kind of sound that eitherbest describes you or reflects the kind of sound you want to beassociated with. Your words and your actions should reflect what thesounds represent.

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Animals

1. Lion: The roar of the Lion can beheard for miles.

What it represents: A person ofBoldness, Courage and Fearlessness.

2. Eagle: The scream of an Eagle. TheEagle flies alone and silently ataltitudes over 10,000ft. It has strongvision; with the ability to focus onsomething up to 5 kilometers away. What it represents:A person of Vision and Power. AVisionary who sees and understandsthe big picture. The Eagle allowsnothing to suppress or oppress it.Nothing holds it down.

3. Oxen: The bellow of the Ox. The Oxis a burden bearing animal.

What it represents:A person of Strength, Fortitude andDiligence. Resilient and determinedto succeed no matter what it takes.An Ox is one who is willing to bearthe burden, do the work and evensacrifice himself.

4. Gazelle: The honk of a Gazelle. TheGazelle is a swift animal that can runat speeds of almost 60 miles per hour(97km/hr).

What it represents:A person of speed – able to thinkquickly, act swiftly. Agile and alert.

5. Lamb: The bleat of a Lamb. The Lamb is a gentle animal known for its gracefulways.

What it represents:A person of Gentleness, Innocence and Purity.

A. The Sound Carrier

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Musical Instruments

1. Trumpet: Sounds like the shrill cryof an elephant

What it represents:An Awakening

2. Shofar: Made from a ram’s horn

What it represents:An Activation

3. Drums: Loud bang and Boom sounds that can be deafening

What it represents:A Moving Forward

B. The Sound Carrier

Nature

1. Trees: Silent Swish

What it represents:Cover, Shade, Love Collaboration

2. Butterfly: Quiet Flutter

What it represents:Transformation

3. Water: Soothing Sound

What it represents:Refreshing

B. The Sound Carrier

4. Fire: Crackling Sound

What it represents:Ignite Action

Category A – LionCategory B – DrumCategory C – Tree

Next Step:Select a sound carrier from each of the three categories (A–C) thatresonates with you. For example:

Interpretation:“I am Bold, Courageous and Fearless. I am constantly movingforward. I do not work solo. I love Collaboration.”

Now write yours below:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________4

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Activity 1.4 / Game-Changing Reformers are Sound ShapersWhat is your sound as a Game-Changing Reformer? Is it disruptivelycreative? Does it cause a gathering or scattering?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What sound best describes you?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What sound would you like to be associated with?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How do you convey influence with your sound?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Activity 1.5 / Game-Changing Reformers are History MakersIn the words of Martin Luther King Jr., “We were each chosen for aparticular, cosmically important task that can be done by no oneelse.” Game-Changing Reformers are history makers. They know thatif they don’t accomplish what they are wired to do, no one else will.

Write about 2 Reformers you know who made history. What did theydo?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In what field would you love to make history?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________What are you wired to do?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________5

Activity 1.6.1 / Game-Changing Reformers are Risk-Takers Game-Changing Reformers courageously step out into the unknown.They know how to “walk on water” – stepping out into the unknown,oblivious to what lies ahead of them. They take significant risks thatmay involve danger in order to achieve a goal.Please answer the following questions.

What does it mean to “walk on water”?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Have you taken many risks in your life? What risks have you taken?Mention at least 2 unnerving action steps that you have taken.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What do you consider the biggest risk you ever took? What is thebiggest risk that you have taken in your life? Are you glad that youtook that risk? Why or why not? What was the final outcome? __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What is a risk that you are currently considering taking? What are thepros and cons of taking it?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Courage is not the absence offear, but rather the assessment

that something else is moreimportant than fear.

Who said it?

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Activity 1.6.2 / Your Risk-Taking PotentialDoes the prospect of taking a risk make you panic, or does it send athrill down your spine? Everyone has a different level of comfort withtaking chances. Among others things, risk-taking preferences areinfluenced by past experience, environment, and potential for reward.The following questions in this activity are designed to assess yourlevel of comfort with risk-taking.

Tick the answers that you feel apply most to you.

Part 1 1. When you think of the word “risk” which of the following wordscomes to mind first? a. Loss b. Uncertainty c. Opportunity d. Thrill

2. In general, how would your best friend describe you as a risk-taker? a. A real gambler b. Willing to take risks after completing adequate research c. Cautious d. A real risk-avoider

3. You have just finished saving for a “once‐in‐a‐lifetime” vacation. 3weeks before you plan to leave, you lose your job. You would: a. Cancel the vacation b. Take a much more modest vacation c. Go as scheduled, reasoning that you need the time to prepare for a job search d. Extend your vacation, because this might be your last chance to go first‐class

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Activity 1.6.2 / Your Risk-Taking Potential

Part 21. Would you introduce yourself to someone you haven’t met before? a. Definitely b. Maybe c. Not a chance

2. Would you become a vegetarian when NONE of your friends are? a. Definitely b. Maybe c. Not a chance

3. You are with a group of friends you admire but don’t know verywell. They are talking about a subject you know nothing about. Wouldyou admit it? a. Definitely b. Maybe c. Not a chance

4. Would you hang out with someone your friends don’t like? a. Definitely b. Maybe c. Not a chance

5. Would you try out a sport your friends aren’t interested in? a. Definitely b. Maybe c. Not a chance

6. Would you become friends with someone who’s not popular? a. Definitely b. Maybe c. Not a chance

7. Would you stand up for someone who is being treated unfairly? a. Definitely b. Maybe c. Not a chance

8. Would you wear your favourite jacket even if was out of style? a. Definitely b. Maybe c. Not a chance

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Activity 1.7 / Game-Changing Reformers are Solution CarriersWhat are the 4 prerequisites for changing cultures and reformingsocieties?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What does the word Reform mean to you?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What sphere of influence are you drawn to?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What piece of the puzzle do you carry?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name one thing that is wrong and you wish that you could change?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Activity 1.8 / The Radical Love CarriersGame-Changing Reformers are radical love carriers. This singularquality motivates their heart of sacrifice, drives their ability to defergain and propels their burning vision and unrelenting passion totransform lives. What are you radically in love with?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What are you willing to die for?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How can you show radical love for your immediate community?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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If you haven't found somethingfor which you are willing to die,

you are not fit to live

Who said it?

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Activity 1.9 / The Values-Driven Game-Changing Reformer isTransformational not TransactionalGame-Changing Reformers are not motivated by short-term gains.They are in it for the long haul. They are not transactional buttransformational in action and in outlook. The Game-ChangingReformer’s mindset is rooted in Core Values that guide decision-making and shape the work they do. There are certain Core Valuesthat shape and guide Game-Changing Reformers. These Core Valuesare the compass that leads them and the anchor that keeps themsteady.

What are your CORE values? List 5 of them (See values grid) ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What are your aspirational values? (If any)__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How are you going to develop them?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What is the difference between a transformational mindset and atransactional mindset?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In what ways can you develop a strategic mindset to execute on yourdreams and plans?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Plain PaperPencilsColoured pencilsCrayons Markers

Activity 1.10.1 / A Game-Changing Reformer is a CreativeCreativity will always be on the forefront of what influences culture.We are each born to do great things and our imagination is theseedbed for nurturing great work. To reform you have to be able tocreate what is new. This is a design mindset, an imaginative mindsetthat is able to create the new through diverse expressive mediums.Creatives are unique. They have the ability to invent and develop newideas.

Complete the missing word.Albert Einstein said, “Imagination is more important than___________________________”.

Activity 1.10.2 / The Dream in PicturesMaterials needed

Steps:Close your eyes for several minutes. With your eyes closed, visualiseyour future as a Game-Changing Reformer. See your dreams cominginto reality using your mind as the picture screen for the person youhope to be and the impact you hope to make.

Open your eyes then draw your dreams on the sheet of paper. Make itas colourful as you had visualised with your eyes closed.

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A fresh roseA quiet place (Natural surroundings are best but a quiet room willalso do nicely)

Activity 1.11.1 / A Game-Changing Reformer is a StrategosThe Game-Changing Reformer’s mindset effortlessly understands thefundamentals of strategic thinking. The word ‘strategos’ is a militaryterm used in Greek to mean ‘military general’ translated literally asthe ‘General’s art’. There are certain principles of war that we have tounderstand as Game-Changing Reformers who think strategically.

Can you name 2 of these principles?

Activity 1.11.2 / Developing Focus & Concentration: The Heart of theRoseA Game-Changing Reformer is required to think strategically. Thisexercise can help train your mind to focus and concentrate whilepractice deep thinkingMaterials needed

Steps:Start to stare at the centre of the rose, its heart.A rose is very much like life: you will meet thorns along the way but ifyou have faith and believe in your dreams you will eventually movebeyond the thorns into the glory of the flower.

Keep staring at the rose. Take note of its color, texture and design.Savor its fragrance and think only about this wonderful object in frontof you. At first, other thoughts will start entering your mind,distracting you from the heart of the rose. This is the mark of anuntrained mind. But you need not worry, improvement will comequickly. Simply return your attention to the object of your focus. Soonyour mind will grow strong and disciplined

Practice this exercise daily for it to be effective. For the first few days,you will find it difficult to spend even five minutes in this exercise.Persist and spend longer and longer periods savoring the heart of therose. After a week or two you should be able to perform thetechnique for twenty minutes without your mind wandering ontoother subjects. This will be your first indication that you are takingback control of the fortress of your mind. It will then focus only onwhat you command it to focus on. It will then be a wonderful servant,able to do extraordinary things for you. It is either you control yourmind or it controls you.

*Excerpted from The Monk who Sold His Ferrari by Robin Sharma

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Activity 1.12 / A Game-Changing Reformer is a Flame of FireThe mindset of a Game-Changing Reformer can be described as aflame of fire. Fire brings light where there is darkness and has thepower to consume anything in its pathway. When several flamescome together, they create an inferno. The passionate burning desireof a Game-Changing Reformer’s mindset ignites a determination totake action. One is no longer comfortable with the status quo. The firewithin consumes what is wrong.

Name 1 thing that is wrong that you wish you could change?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Activity 1.13 / Game-Changing Reformers are CollaboratorsThere is a lot more to collaboration than head knowledge. There is adifference between “Business School Collaboration” and ‘TrueCollaboration’. They are distinct and different. True Collaborationcreates the kind of change that goes into history books. ‘TrueCollaboration’ is a potent force that has the ability to release thepower that changes nations and shifts cultures.

Activity 1.14 / Game-Changing Reformers are BridgesGame-Changing Reformers are like bridges – they connect people toresources. They connect places and provisions. Reformers as bridgeshave the ability to connect the present to the future thereby makingthe future a reality as they provide solutions to the critical needs ofsociety.In your words, how are Game-Changing Reformers bridges insociety?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Reflect on any 5 individuals you have connected to an opportunity,resource or personality and the outcome of your actions.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Now you are aware of connections being triggers for change, think of3-5 people you should connect. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Activity 1.15 / Game-Changing Reformers Build Change CommunitiesName 3 change communities. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Choose one and examine more deeply. What makes it unique?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What is the reason for their existence? What problem are theysolving?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What are the strengths of this change community?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What weaknesses can you perceive?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Are you a member of a change community?______________________________________________________________________

Would you like to join one?______________________________________________________________________

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A good character qualifies you to be ______; your skills andcompetence _______ you; understanding the mindset of areformer and your mandate ______ you.Each piece is different – it is a well-known fact that no two piecesof any ______ are the same.Reformers as connectors, connect people because they know thatsome monumental changes require that they come together as_____________ and become a ________________.Radical love for anything makes you ___________.The reformer’s mindset has a ________________ that is palpable.Reformers must act with utmost _____________ and utmost _____.The art of thinking deeply is not easy as it requires ____ and _____which everyday life competes with.Solutions executed by reformers attack the problem at its _____.The application of Band-Aids where surgery is required often leadsto _____.

Sound BitesComplete the following statements.

1.

2.

3.

4.5.6.7.

8.9.

ReflectionDo you know anyone who thrives on risk and risky situations? Canyou describe that person and his or her personality? How are youdifferent from that person? How are you similar to that person?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What will not get done if you do not do it?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How are you unique?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

If you don’t do what you were created to do, it will not get done.

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DEVELOPING THECHARACTER OF AGAME-CHANGINGREFORMER

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Activity 2.1What is the gold standard of non-negotiable character traits?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What are the two greatest issues Africa contends with as identified bythe Mo Ibrahim Foundation?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What are the 7 non-negotiable character attributes?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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In your own words, what is Unflinching integrity?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe an instance where you displayed/or didn’t displayUnflinching integrity.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How did your actions or inactions make you feel afterwards?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

A life of no compromise is not a walk in the park. It will cost yousomething. What will it cost you?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In your words, what is Undiluted honesty?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In your words, what is Undeniable hard work?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What 3 qualities of the lion should you desire as a Game-ChangingReformer?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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A dream doesn't become a reality through magic;it takes sweat, determination, and hard work. All

life demands struggle. Those who haveeverything given to them become lazy, selfish,and insensitive to the real value of life. The verystriving and hard work that we so constantly try

to avoid is the major building block in the personwe are today.

Who said it?

Life shrinks or expands inproportion to one's courage.

The brave man is not he whodoes not feel afraid, but he who

conquers that fear.

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Personal Transformation precedes _______________________.Unless you are first ___________, you cannot engage with nationaltransformation.There is a strategy for getting around every situation thatdemands a _____.

Who are you when no one is watching?Can people vouch for your integrity and your honesty?

Activity 2.2 / The Must-Have Values of the Game-Changing ReformerGive some instances of how each one of the following values can bemanifested in your everyday life.

Unmoved by personal gain __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Quest for order__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Pursuit of excellence__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Righteous anger__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Sound BitesComplete the following statements.

1.2.

3.

Reflection 1.2.

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YOU HAVE TO BE GOODAT IT! THE KEYS OFCOMPETENCE ANDEXECUTION

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Strategic competence Operational competenceSales and marketing competenceCollaborative competence

Activity 3.1Consider the following questions.What does competence mean to a Game-Changing Reformer?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Mention the 4 key qualities that make up competence.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What is the 10,000-Hour Rule as named by Malcolm Gladwell?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

There are 4 key competencies necessary to be developed by Game-Changing Reformers:

1.2.3.4.

Activity 3.2 / The Journey to CompetenceDiscuss the 5 steps you must take immediately on the journey tocompetence as a reformer.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Identify the task or projectBreak the task or project into sub-tasksIdentify what you need to complete the taskHold yourself accountableCollaborate

Activity 3.3 / The Discipline of ExecutionUsing the 5-step process, select a goal to practice the discipline ofexecution with. Fill out the table below.

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My Execution Plan

Step 1 Project Name

Step 2 Project Sub-tasks

Step 3

Step 4

Necessary Resources/Skills

Accountability Partner(s)

Step 5 Collaboration Partner(s)

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How do you rank?What outstanding skills do you need to develop?

Activity 3.4 / Skills Assessment for Game-changing ReformersWhich of the attributes of the Reformer do you currently have? Tickall that apply.

Sound shaper

History maker

Risk taker

Solution carrier

Radical love carrier

Bridge (connector)

Transformation Oriented

Creative

Strategist

Flame of fire

Collaborator

Builder of Change Communities

Sound BitesComplete the following statements.Competence is the ability to do something ____________ and___________.

Excellence is not __________ and it does not happen _________.

The spirit of a reformer is not ___________.

Reflection

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IT IS ABOUT INFLUENCE:INCREASING YOURPOWER TO INFLUENCE

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Activity 4.1 / Your Influence UnleashedWhat is influence?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

A. Who are You? Know your IdentityWhat do you do easily?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What brings you great joy?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What do you find difficult?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What do you love?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What makes you angry?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What causes you deep concern?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What part of the body are you?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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B. What are you saying? Know your message What are you saying No to? What are you saying Yes to?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What can you do with your words as a Game-Changing Reformer?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Identify and write down your message.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

C. What do you carry? Know your Gifts What do you do easily and effortlessly?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What are your gifts, talents and abilities?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In what areas do you excel?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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D. Where are you? Understand the timesWhat season of your life are you in presently?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How can you enhance your gifts and abilities given the current times?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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A man without the discernmentof time is walking in the dark.

Who said it?

What are the 2 qualities of influence?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In what practical ways can you volunteer your time and talent forcharitable activities within your community?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

According to Johnny Enlow in The Seven Mountain Prophecy, thereare 7 mountains or mind moulders of society. Mention them.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________29

Which broken wall(s) of society are you taking responsibility for?_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Why are you particular about the chosen sphere(s)? What did youobserve? _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What 3 action steps can you take immediately to enhance yourinfluence quotient in this sphere?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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JournalPen

Activity 4.2 / The Sphere of InfluenceMaterials needed

In your mind’s eye, see yourself going for the funeral of a loved one. Picture yourself driving to the venue, parking your car and gettingout. As you walk inside the building, you notice the flowers and thesoft music. You see the faces of friends and family as you pass alongthe way.

As you walk to the front of the room and look inside the casket, yousuddenly come face to face with yourself. This is your funeral, threeyears from today. All these people have come to honor you, to expressfeelings of love and appreciation for your life.

As you take a seat, waiting for the service to begin, you look at theprogramme in your hand. There are to be four speakers. The first isfrom your family, immediate and also extended – children, brothers,sisters, nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents whohave come from all over the country to attend.

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It takes _________ to shift cultures.The spoken word releases an ______ that transforms atmospheres. One of the most powerful ways to exert influence is through____________.The sound of influence is ____, ________ and __________.

You are not your name.You first become before you do.

The second speaker is one of your friends, someone who can give asense of what you were as a person. The third speaker is from yourwork or profession. And the fourth is from your church or somecommunity organisation where you have been involved in service.

Now think deeply. What would you like each of these speakers to sayabout you and your life? What kind of husband, wife, father or motherwould you like their words to reflect? What kind of son or daughter orcousin? What kind of friend? What kind of associate?

What character would you like them to have seen in you? Whatcontributions, what achievements would you want them toremember? Look carefully at the people around you. What differencewould you like to have made in their lives?Write down your impressions. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Sound BitesComplete the following statements.

Reflection

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EFFECTIVE GAME-CHANGINGREFORMERS DON’T DO SOLO– THEY COLLABORATE

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______ Recognition______ Willingness to connect______ Understand the importance of connecting

Activity 5.1 / The Skill of ConnectingWhat are the 3 steps to successful collaboration? Fill them out in theimage below.

How do you recognise puzzle completers?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What is the importance of collaboration to a Game-ChangingReformer?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What is the difference between Business School Collaboration andTrue Collaboration?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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The 5 simple but important differences that make up thefundamental ingredients of true collaboration. Fill them out on theopposite sides of the images below.

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2

3

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Why does heart collaboration precede financial collaboration forGame-Changing Reformers?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Identify some internal and external forces “glitches” that workagainst collaboration.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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A ________________ is an achievement and an accomplishment.__________ is a prerequisite for collaboration.The end goal of collaboration is to __________________________.

What are your thoughts about the following strategies?The Doormat Strategy _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The Butterfly Strategy__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Sound Bites Complete the following statements.

ReflectionWhat are the dangers of working solo?

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BECOMING ASUPERHERO

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PUSHING THROUGH -OVERCOMING ADVERSITY

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Tough times don’t last, tough people do.Please write a personal essay about a tough time you experiencedand the steps you took to get through it. How did you feel after thetough time had passed?

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TAKING ACTION:

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ARISE

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Activity 7.1 / The New TribeThe transformation of your society depends on the emergence of anew tribe – a new army of Game-Changing Reformers. A new tribethat shares the same language, values, culture and vision fortransformation.

What lessons did you learn from the Clapham Sect to which WilliamWilberforce belonged?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What are the 4 cultures that differentiate Game-Changing Reformercommunities?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How can the strategic vortex phenomenon be applied to yourcountry for spectacular growth and development?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Activity 7.2 / Group DiscussionHow can societies be established like reform teams around causesand deep-seated issues facing your country? Discuss possiblestrategies.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Not everybody can be famousbut everybody can be great

because greatness is determinedthrough service.

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T H E W O R K B O O KT H E W O R K B O O K

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