More and more young adults are searching for ways to express themselves and offer their gifts on their own terms, rather than in the confines of corporate cubicles.
The origin of the word “entrepreneur” is “one who undertakes or manages.” Our modern world defines entrepreneurship as the management and risk assumption of a business or enterprise. When we add the “socio” to the concept of entrepreneurialism, we begin to consider how the enterprise benefits society as a whole.
Parzival Academy for young adults ages 18 to 28 believes that socio-entrepreneurialism goes beyond building businesses for the benefit of society, though that’s certainly a part of it. We look at:
The origin of the word “entrepreneur” is “one who undertakes or manages.” Our modern world defines entrepreneurship as the management and risk assumption of a business or enterprise. When we add the “socio” to the concept of entrepreneurialism, we begin to consider how the enterprise benefits society as a whole.
Parzival Academy for young adults ages 18 to 28 believes that socio-entrepreneurialism goes beyond building businesses for the benefit of society, though that’s certainly a part of it. We look at:
- Progressive Leadership Skills
- Personal and Social Awareness
- Well-being
- Environmental Awareness
- Creativity
- Innovative thinking
Socio-Entrepreneurial Education
Socio-entrepreneurialism understands the critical importance of connecting to the “I” in such a way that honors the “We,” understanding that there’s little to be done to impact the world in a healthy way without first knowing who we are as creative individuals.
Students at Parzival Academy are taken on a four stage journey to Discover who they are, Connect to their unique values and sense of purpose, Envision what’s possible from that deeper knowing, and gain tools to Create the life and experiences they see are possible for themselves and the world around them.
Participation in course work such as Navigating Extremes, Art of Communication, Choosing Wisely, Personal and Relational Awareness, Self-Leadership, Boundary Setting, Discovering Your Strengths, Connecting to Your Core Values, Overcoming Blocks, Barriers & Fears, and Manifesting Your Vision supports students in getting to know who they really are, beyond what or who society expects them to be.
When students are encouraged and given a safe space to dig deep, they learn to see their blind spots, think outside the box, lean into the unknown, explore new possibilities, and connect with their unique values around which they can most effectively serve and make a difference.
Greater self and relational awareness allows students to cultivate greater compassion and understanding of the world around them.
Additionally, when students connect with the far-too-often overlooked or ignored realms of Overcoming Racism, Connecting with Nature, Making Elders, Creating and Connecting to Community, Stress Management, and Conflict Resolution, they begin to see the impact they can make in the world around them, and the many ways they have opportunities to change the cultural story.
Socio-entrepreneurial education that guides students to explore and build resilience will give them the critical tools needed to overcome fears, take risks, and establish a joyful foundation to life.
Teachings focused in this realm of socio-entrepreneurialism emphasize collaboration over competition, generosity over scarcity, and blending wisdom with tried and true knowledge to be sustained financially, whether in one’s chosen career or in a business they create, while being one’s authentic self.
There are many educational programs that offer the “how tos” of building businesses, raising capital, marketing, and even being a “Social Entrepreneur,” but how many are creating the necessary spaces and teaching the skills needed for young adults to truly know and sustain themselves, their lives and their businesses/careers with the socio-entrepreneurial awareness that makes a lasting positive impact?
Socio-entrepreneurial education is critical for the future of humanity and the planet, and our young adults are craving it!
For more information, visit ParzivalAcademy.org, or reach out to [email protected]
Kim Marie is a Co-Founder of Parzival Academy
Socio-entrepreneurialism understands the critical importance of connecting to the “I” in such a way that honors the “We,” understanding that there’s little to be done to impact the world in a healthy way without first knowing who we are as creative individuals.
Students at Parzival Academy are taken on a four stage journey to Discover who they are, Connect to their unique values and sense of purpose, Envision what’s possible from that deeper knowing, and gain tools to Create the life and experiences they see are possible for themselves and the world around them.
Participation in course work such as Navigating Extremes, Art of Communication, Choosing Wisely, Personal and Relational Awareness, Self-Leadership, Boundary Setting, Discovering Your Strengths, Connecting to Your Core Values, Overcoming Blocks, Barriers & Fears, and Manifesting Your Vision supports students in getting to know who they really are, beyond what or who society expects them to be.
When students are encouraged and given a safe space to dig deep, they learn to see their blind spots, think outside the box, lean into the unknown, explore new possibilities, and connect with their unique values around which they can most effectively serve and make a difference.
Greater self and relational awareness allows students to cultivate greater compassion and understanding of the world around them.
Additionally, when students connect with the far-too-often overlooked or ignored realms of Overcoming Racism, Connecting with Nature, Making Elders, Creating and Connecting to Community, Stress Management, and Conflict Resolution, they begin to see the impact they can make in the world around them, and the many ways they have opportunities to change the cultural story.
Socio-entrepreneurial education that guides students to explore and build resilience will give them the critical tools needed to overcome fears, take risks, and establish a joyful foundation to life.
Teachings focused in this realm of socio-entrepreneurialism emphasize collaboration over competition, generosity over scarcity, and blending wisdom with tried and true knowledge to be sustained financially, whether in one’s chosen career or in a business they create, while being one’s authentic self.
There are many educational programs that offer the “how tos” of building businesses, raising capital, marketing, and even being a “Social Entrepreneur,” but how many are creating the necessary spaces and teaching the skills needed for young adults to truly know and sustain themselves, their lives and their businesses/careers with the socio-entrepreneurial awareness that makes a lasting positive impact?
Socio-entrepreneurial education is critical for the future of humanity and the planet, and our young adults are craving it!
For more information, visit ParzivalAcademy.org, or reach out to [email protected]
Kim Marie is a Co-Founder of Parzival Academy
