221 Say It Skillfully® — Nat Ware, Never Been Easier to Change the World

In this inspiring episode of Say It Skillfully, Nat Ware—Rhodes Scholar, social entrepreneur, and founder of Forte and 180 Degrees Consulting—shares his journey from a modest upbringing in Sydney to building global systems that unlock human potential. Nat breaks down his revolutionary Forte model, which funds education and healthcare without cost to individuals or governments, by leveraging future tax revenue from increased employment. He also reflects on resilience, happiness, and the mindset that’s fueled his impact—including surviving a gunshot wound the night before Forte’s first launch. A must-listen for anyone passionate about creating scalable, sustainable change. Learn more at: www.sayitskillfully.com00:00Introduction to Nat Ware's Journey02:55Childhood and Family Background05:48Academic Influences and Early Interests08:42First Steps into Philanthropy11:40Transition to Global Awareness14:38Founding 180 Degrees Consulting20:32Pursuing Higher Education and PhD23:50Introducing the Forte Model29:51Impact Stories and Future Vision33:59Unlocking Human Potential through Education Financing37:56Scaling the Model Globally41:07Innovative Approaches to Education Quality42:43Resilience in Entrepreneurship46:19The Importance of Partnerships47:53Understanding Happiness and Expectations53:31Living a Life with No Regrets01:00:13Reflections on Personal Growth and Future Aspirations