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A big thank you to Johnny Lo and Max Cheng, Co-Founders of Aroma Office, for conducting two engaging sessions of their scent-making workshop for our 80 students today. With the topic "A Closer Look into the Social Entrepreneurship Sector via Scent-Making Experience," Johnny and Max exemplified how combining business acumen with a strong social mission can create positive change in the community, particularly in addressing the needs of the silver-aged population through the lens of Design Thinking. As Johnny mentioned today, entrepreneurship isn't just about business and startups; it's also about equipping ourselves with an entrepreneurial spirit to adapt to changes. Johnny and Max's dedication and story serve as a powerful example of how identifying a unique edge and understanding the needs of a specific demographic can lead to innovative solutions that positively impact society. The hands-on scent-making experience provided our students with valuable insights into the world of social entrepreneurship and the importance of empathy in the design thinking process.

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Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey often feels more like navigating a rollercoaster than cruising on calm seas! 🎢 The twist? It’s those very "oops" moments that transform us into masters of innovation 🧙♂️. Believe me, my collection of failures is vast enough to fill a museum, but each one has been a step towards something greater. Indeed, every stumble is the universe’s unique way of steering us toward our most brilliant breakthroughs. Have you had a facepalm moment that turned into a victory? Share your tales below - let's turn those blunders into achievements together! 🚀✨ #EntrepreneurLife #FromFailsToWins

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If you have spoken to me in the last 3 years, you know that the principles of Syntropic Enterprise give me hope for our future in these times. Principles to help you to design an enterprise (work, family, community), find your direction and speak to power. Now you have the opportunity to be introduced to them in person with the founder of Syntropic World, Christine McDougall!