"I think that the thought leader is somebody who really listens to what the group wants and helps move in that direction." Deb Donig

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and tech critic Deb Donig @debstapix as they explore how to move beyond individual genius to collective community building. Discover why starting conversations matters more than being the smartest person in the room and how shared vocabulary creates the foundation for building better futures together.

Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Niiamah introduces guest Deb Donig

0:43 Deb explains community-building focus professionally

4:13 Discussion on community building flavors

5:48 Academic writing versus conversation starting

8:50 Corrections in direction and approach

12:17 Prophecy concept versus thought leadership

19:02 Shared vocabulary creates community reality

23:30 Belonging across multiple boxes reframe

30:25 Tech prediction versus designed outcomes

42:01 Melting pot conversations and sustainability

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