Young Game-Changers: The Art Of Giving Back - Paul D. Lowe & Eric'el Johnson

On this episode, Paul is joined by Eric’el Johnson, a young mentor in engineering, to talk about giving back including the mindset that is required to be able to give back to someone who has done good for you. In her professional life Eric’el helps female engineers to connect with each other and get mentors to help them to the next stage of their career helping with interviews etc. She also helps with college students to find careers in STEM (science, Technology, engineering and mathematics). KEY TAKEAWAYS Even if you’re in a dark place you can help others come out of their dark place by sharing your experience and solutions about coming out of that dark place Giving back doesn’t just mean giving in financial terms, but there’s also a huge emphasis on emotional currency too; being there and supporting people, being a resource for others is instrumental. Giving money is great but providing an emotional connection carries on much longer than a financial connection. What’s important is knowing that we’re having a positive impact somewhere, in some walk of life, that has value that will carry on beyond us . Find out how Eric’el scores on Paul’s scale of six human needs and whether or not she’s addicted to giving back. BEST MOMENTS ‘You cannot give what you don’t have, but everyone has time to lend’ ‘I love to see other people develop and reach their full potential’ ‘The highest human need is the need for contribution’ ‘It feels weird to me not to want to help others’ VALUABLE RESOURCES Paul’s Story: Emerging From The Forest (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Emerging-Forest-Pain-Purpose-Mastering/dp/1719373272 Paul’s Story: Emerging From The Forest (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Forest-Pain-Purpose-Mastering/dp/1719373272 Mastering The Game Of Life Book (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mastering-Game-Life-Paul-Lowe/dp/1782227679 Mastering The Game Of Life Book (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Game-Life-Paul-Lowe/dp/1782227679 Speaking From Our Hearts Books: Volumes 1-3 (Available on Amazon) World Game-Changers Group ABOUT THE GUEST Eric’el Johnson graduated from the University of Missouri-St. Louis’/Washington University in St. Louis’ Undergraduate Joint Engineering Program with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering in 2016. She is currently employed at Boeing in the company’s Engineering Career Foundation Program. Her duties include testing circuit boards and designing test equipment, among other things. She is also currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in electrical engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology, and one of her goals is to return to the Joint Engineering Program as an adjunct instructor. Eric’el’s Social Media Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-el-johnson-63092871/    ABOUT THE HOST Paul has made a remarkable transformation from existing for many years in dark, desperate despair; to now living a really healthy, happy and fulfilling life. From an early age, he was in the vice-like clutches of the demon drink and constantly embroiled within a dark cocktail of toxic beliefs, self-hate and destructive violence. Along with his empathetic and dedicated team of world-class coaches and mentors, Paul’s purpose is deeply transformational: Developing World Game-Changers… He is extremely passionate about helping others to find their purpose, have a voice and ultimately, make a real difference.   This has been built on a long and distinguished history of heart-centred coaching and mentoring.  He has also been responsible for raising significant amounts of funds for many charities and good causes around the world; positively impacting and inspiring thousands of children – mainly from challenging backgrounds – within the UK & worldwide. Through this World Game-Changers podcast and books, he has been involved in – including being a best-selling co-author – Paul also helps others to get their own inspirational messages and stories out into the world; as well as offering support to many charitable organisations, in their development & fund-raising. CONTACT METHODS Tel: +44 (0) 7958 042 155 E-mail: [email protected] Web: https://www.Paul-Lowe.com Web: https://www.worldgamechangers.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IamPaulLowe/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-d-lowe-7a78332a/