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Bringing America Together: Addressing Inequality and Opportunity

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore strategies for addressing inequality and fostering opportunity in America through this thought-provoking talk by Arthur Brooks, President of the American Enterprise Institute. Delivered at The Aspen Institute's 2017 Summit on Inequality and Opportunity, delve into innovative approaches to tackle societal challenges, drawing inspiration from great entrepreneurs and historical figures like Beethoven. Examine the paradoxes of success, learn how to exploit both strengths and weaknesses, and discover the three key elements for becoming a warrior for opportunity. Gain valuable insights on reframing problems, understanding the secrets to success, and making a positive impact on society in this 28-minute presentation.

Syllabus

Introduction
Problems by thinking differently
Parents teacher conference
Great entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship
The secret to success
Big promises
The problem
The paradox
The epiphany
The right people
Exploit your strengths
Exploit your weaknesses
Beethoven
Beethoven went deaf
Beethovens Ninth Symphony
Beethovens Symphony No 1
Beethoven Symphony No 4
My Cheap Valuable College Degree
Im a Warrior for Opportunity
Graduation
Three Things
Thank You

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