In this episode of Breaking the Rules of Business as Usual, we sit down with Tim Vieira, an extraordinary education innovator and rule-breaker who is reshaping the global education system. From his roots in South Africa with Portuguese heritage, Tim shares his journey of creating the Brave Generation Academy, a forward-thinking, student-centered learning environment. He also opens up about his bold entrance into politics and the challenges of challenging outdated systems.
Join hosts Julian and Hope as they dive deep into Tim's story, exploring how he's breaking the rules in education, staying grounded amidst success, and why he believes common sense and authenticity are the keys to the future.
Key Highlights:
0:00 - Introducing Tim Vieira, education disruptor and rule breaker
0:20 - Tim's global influence on education in Europe, Africa, and North America
0:50 - The importance of honesty in leadership and business
1:17 - Tim’s ability to truly see and connect with young people
2:26 - How outdated rules are hindering the future of education
5:05 - The importance of breaking rules for the benefit of students
9:00 - Tim’s story of personal rule-breaking in school and what he learned
15:00 - What makes Brave Generation Academy a revolutionary learning space
22:03 - Moments of doubt in Tim's journey and how he overcame them
32:20 - Hope reflects on her own journey as a rule breaker
39:50 - Tim’s political journey and why he’s running for president
47:10 - Vision for a more human-centered future and how technology plays a role
54:02 - Tim’s decision to stop reading emails and boost his productivity
57:10 - How Tim balances a global career with family and personal growth
1:00:05 - Common sense, authenticity, and staying grounded in a noisy world
1:05:04 - Tim’s advice to young people: make mistakes, keep moving forward
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