Have you ever wondered why everything simply stays the same? Year after year the same issues are raised time and time again.
Social media commentators shout about worldwide inequalities and pontificate about the dangers of the ‘Matrix’ but yet, nothing ever happens.
The same problems frustratingly persist year after year. The cause may be looking at you in the mirror. Yes, you! Read on if you dare to find out more.
Inaction and societal progress
The reason we all need to take a hard look at ourselves in the mirror is because of something called inaction. Inaction is the lack of action where action would be expected.
Inaction on a societal level can lead to stagnation, hindering progress in various domains. A lack of real-world proactive measures in addressing critical issues such as financial well-being, education and healthcare can perpetuate inequality and limit the overall development of a community.
Inaction is a disease that can cause society to get trapped in a cycle of underdevelopment. It’s so easy these days to blame someone else for the troubles in the world. Be it the government, the elite, the ‘Matrix’ or whoever the bogeyman is that we like to dislike.
But the root cause of why these issues persist is down to inaction. We all tend to look to someone else to solve these issues for us. We have an in-built ability to pass the buck when it comes to acting on things that can change all our lives for the good.
The effects of social media on inaction
Social media has given us great opportunities to be connected with thousands if not millions of like-minded people around the world. It also raises the question as to whether social media acts as a catalyst for action or leads to even more inaction?
The power of social media is its ability to raise awareness about particular topics. Various social campaigns have gained momentum through the amplification of social media platforms. However, does this amplification result in meaningful action or is the interaction merely passive?
The danger of social media is we can simply ‘like’ or ‘follow’ a cause and feel like we are supporting change, when in fact we have done absolutely nothing in the real-world to participate in changing real-world issues.
Much worse, we may rant and rave in online discussions and forums venting our frustrations not realising that we are simply ranting in an echo chamber of like-minded individuals and are simply serving online trolls vying for views and attention. It can be argued that social media merely cultivates armchair activism.
We have to ask ourselves what have we done as individuals to actively make the change that we desire in the world?
What can we do?
Imagine you are watching a movie and the main character simply scrolls on his laptop. He clicks a few times, likes a few articles, goes to work, comes home and eats. Goes to sleep. Rinse repeat.
You would not want to watch that movie, you would tell all your friends how miserable this movie was! From the character’s viewpoint, he probably feels he’s changing the world, letting the world know how he feels via his screen but to the casual observer nothing is happening.
In order for things to change we need to take action by giving support to the causes we believe in actively. But what can we do in a practical sense?
Give money
By giving money to a cause that you support you are not merely sitting on the sidelines. By putting your money where your mouth is you are giving the causes you support the financial clout to allow them to amplify their voices to be heard above the chatter and more importantly, influence real-world outcomes.
Give time – actively
Giving your time does not mean scrolling on social media. If you do not have the money to give, why not give your time and support the cause you believe in by actively fundraising for it?
Imagine how interesting our fictional movie would be if we could watch the main character start his/her own fundraising campaign? Imagine all the interesting characters she would meet on her journey?
Start a business or charity
As entrepreneurs, we have a great opportunity to change the world for the better via our enterprises. Why not align your business with a cause or causes that you believe in? By taking part actively in the community not only will you be raising awareness of the causes you believe in you will also be raising awareness of your business.
Invest in businesses that align
OK, so not everyone is an entrepreneur or you may not want to directly align your business with a cause for various reasons but you can and should invest in businesses that align with causes that you believe in.
I can hear the shouts of, “I do not have the money to invest!”, However, we are fortunate that we live in the era of crowdfunding, where for a small investment, sometimes as little as $10 we can support a cause or business and get a share in the business or some rewards.
We also live in an era of blockchain technology where there are multiple world-changing projects that can be supported by simply purchasing a digital asset for a few cents each. There really is no excuse to participate.
If you are not doing any of the above it is more than likely you are suffering from the social disease of inaction and you will be making the following excuses as to why you can’t take action:
Excuses for inaction
I don’t have the time – Yes, we are all busy. Busy people are usually time-poor and cash-rich. If that’s you then you can support causes actively by giving money to a cause that you support.
I don’t have the money or resources – Not having the financial resources to support a cause that you believe in is not a reason to be inactive. Small amounts still make a difference. If you are truly strapped, you can give your time instead.
What’s the point, everything’s a scam, it won’t make a difference. – Apathy is one of the main reasons for inaction. Wanting the world to change and not doing anything about it is simply putting your head in the sand and hoping someone else will make the change for you. Be the driver of the change you desire.
I don’t understand it – Not feeling that you fully understand the issues you believe in may cause action paralysis. Take the time to educate yourself on the causes you are passionate about so you can take part actively with conviction.
I’m lazy – At least you’re honest! But what are you going to do about it? By being lazy on causes that you strongly believe in you are actively hurting yourself. If everyone simply stood on the sidelines nothing would ever change and if nothing changes the world we live in becomes less tolerable year by year. Do you really want that future for yourself or your offspring?
I do enough already – OK, great that you are actively putting your resources where your mouth is but we can always do more! Actively spread the word on causes you believe in, investigate new causes you may be interested in and support them actively too. Invite friends and family members to take a look at their inaction.
The social cost of inaction
Inaction doesn’t solely manifest in external challenges but also takes a toll on individual mental well-being.
A society that fails to address mental health concerns or provide adequate support for those in need can experience a ripple effect of issues. This includes decreased productivity, strained interpersonal relationships, and an overall decline in the quality of life.
Final thoughts
Inaction is not merely the absence of action; it is a powerful force that can erode the foundations of society and entrepreneurship.
By recognising the destructive nature of inaction and actively working towards a culture of proactivity, we can pave the way for a more dynamic, innovative, and resilient society.
The future belongs to those who dare to act, and it is through action that societies and entrepreneurs can thrive and leave a lasting impact on the world.
What are you going to do today to combat your inaction?
The Problem
The problem is, out of all start-ups launched, less than 1% ever receive external funding to realise their dreams. For ethnic minority founders, the figures are even lower, with less than 1%, of those 1% of founders finding success.
We launched Pop Up World and (PUW) to address these important issues. Services like our Investor Connector aims to connect start-ups with VCs and Angel Investors but we need to do more.
We want to make it easier for start-ups to launch and grow. We strongly believe that small businesses are the lifeblood of all our communities.
Unfortunately, in recent times small businesses have come under attack following the response to Covid and the cost-of-living crisis.
The Pop Up World project aims to make it easier for start-ups to access funding and essential services.
The Solution – How to get involved?
We have created a platform for start-ups and investors that can be supported by the community. There are numerous ways a supporter can participate:
1. Supporters can participate by holding Pop Up World Tokens (PUW). Start-ups can utilise Pop Up World Tokens to access services on the platform, therefore reducing available supply. Over time this should result in appreciation of the value of PUW Tokens for supporters and holders of the PUW Token. Pop Up World Tokens are available on the four main DEXs on Cardano: Minswap, Muesliswap, Wingriders and Sundaeswap. (Click the images below to access the token):
2. Supporters can also earn rewards by staking in the Pop Up World Stake Pool (PUWSP). Delegators to the pool receive 40% of the rewards should we mint a block. The remaining 60% will be used to support exciting new start-ups and projects on the platform. https://popupworld.co.uk/popupworldstaking
3. Supporters can also support the project by purchasing our limited edition NFTs Zero To Superhero. These NFTs are ingrained in business history due to the trade mark dispute with multi-billion-dollar media company Marvel & DC Entertainment Inc which was won by the Pop Up World founder Graham Jules. These NFTs are super rare and when they are gone, there will be no more minted! https://www.jpg.store/PopUpWorld?tab=listings
4. Supporters can support the project by investing in exciting memberships. There are two levels of membership. Premium and Standard Membership. Becoming a member will give you Pop Up World Tokens (PUW), exclusive merchandise and access to special events, promotions and NFTs. To register your interest visit: https://www.popupworld.co.uk/popupworldtoken
It’s important to make clear that these services are not a projected roadmap and are LIVE as of today! This is a fully formed project that we aim to grow and refine with feedback from the community.
Hope to welcome you aboard!
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