25. Building Communities and Uncovering Ideas with Vivian Lim

In this episode of Before We Get There, host Nicholas Braman speaks with Vivian Lim, a community builder for TEDx Singapore and Gen. They explore Vivian's philosophy on community building, the unique culture within TEDx, and the challenges of sustaining volunteer-driven communities. Vivian shares her experiences working with diverse teams and creating impactful events, delving into how her view on community has evolved over the years. They also discuss the importance of Asian narratives in storytelling, balancing multiple projects, and the future of community-driven initiatives. The conversation highlights the significance of human connection, continuous personal growth, and the excitement of fostering new conversations and ideas. Vivian's links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivian-lim/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivianne.lim/  IdeaCo: https://www.theideaco.org/  Podcast links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2h9gsrWKH9C1KY1OzR12kr?si=2a4d19970632465f       Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/before-we-get-there/id1775182252 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforewegettherepodcast/    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nicholasbraman Website: https://nicholasbraman.com/before-we-get-there-podcast/  00:00 Introduction to the Power of Community 01:39 Defining Community with Vivian Lim 04:21 Challenges in Community Building 06:43 Vivian's Journey with TEDx 14:39 The Birth of Gen and Its Mission 20:26 Balancing Multiple Projects 22:46 Observations on Singaporean Ideas 30:47 Creating Impactful Content 40:29 Reflections and Future Aspirations