To achieve global impact, your mission must begin by resonating within your local community. If you are not making any local impact, then you are not solving any problem. You haven’t done enough to modify your ideas and make them work in your environment. Successful global organizations have a strong local presence, recognizing the importance of taking local actions that hold global potential. Understand that your actions, rooted in the local context, can have far-reaching implications. Invest in making your ideas locally effective, and you’ll create a foundation for global relevance. If you can not get your ideas to work somewhere, you will not get them to work anywhere.
Location matters in our journey of purpose. Just as a tree needs strong roots to grow and flourish, we need a solid foundation for our mission. Before venturing into the world seeking global expansion, it is vital to become firmly established in the right place. This entails discerning where our mission aligns most harmoniously with the needs of the community, the resources available, and the support network that can nurture and propel us forward. Starting in the right place allows us to build a strong spiritual foundation, gather the necessary knowledge and skills, and foster meaningful connections.
Nothing in the world can survive in the absence of true roots. You might be able to withstand the harsh weather for a day or two, but without true roots, your mission and whatever you built around it will perish. A mission-driven person needs to understand the power of local impact. Your mission must first take root and grow locally. This is where you can intimately connect with individuals, understand their needs, and make a tangible difference in their lives. By focusing on the local community, you establish credibility, trust, and a track record of success that will propel your mission forward.