Andrew Nikou Foundation
Los Angeles, CA USA
“The last thing you want to think is that you are the person who knows the most in the room, because then you risk not seeking anything new to learn from the others who are in the room with you.”
Executive Director
I co-design a private philanthropist foundation to support needs in the community.
I start my day by checking on anything that has come in the night before. I check the news to make sure I'm up to speed with anything that might influence the foundation's plans. I also check in with my partner every day. I spend a lot of time reading. Then my daily work revolves around thinking and learning from communities about what their needs are and reflecting on how we can best align ourselves with solutions for such needs.
Here's the first step for high school students
Read a lot and ask a lot of questions. Connect with people who ask the same questions as you. I also recommend spending time learning the art of conversation and constructive conflict so that when you join the workforce, you're better able to connect with other people outside of your own echo chamber and get things done.
"I'm never going to be as good, smart, or successful as that person."
