Why Breaking the Norm is Important – Written by Isha Popat

Herd mentality hinders the growth and development of an individual. Many times, specifically teenagers, people feel that they must fit in and that if they address their idea, they might get turned down or, worse, embarrassed. But little do people know that, more often than not, the one idea from the slightly introverted person who doesn’t feel courageous enough to speak out is the one that could have changed the trajectory of their project. This is why, in group settings, it is of utmost importance that the leader or the CEO listens to each individual's idea. Sometimes, it is the one who no one expected who comes out with an idea that changes the way everyone thinks.
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Rather than following the herd blindly, why don’t we speak up for ourselves and express our true ideas? I challenge you all to do so, because in reality, the way others receive your idea is always multifaceted and can always be bad—but what if it is good? More often than not, bad ideas also give individuals something to ponder and grow from, and it is those ideas that people hold back that might be the same ones other scared individuals are also thinking of. Fear harms individuals more often than not, but once we make that mentality switch, the world better watch out—because we will be bound for success.

This blog post was written by Isha Popat.