Jillian Reilly, Author & Consultant: The Ten Permissions to Redefine Adulthood in a Disruptive World
- Driven by witnessing South Africa’s transition to democracy.
- Shifted from law to a frontline role in major societal transformation.
Podcast
Overview
If you’re seeking real-world advice for navigating life in a fast-changing world, author and consultant Jillian Reilly’s discussion on her book The Ten Permissions offers both inspiration and practical strategies.
Below is a condensed summary, organized around the timestamps of major questions.
00:00:58- What inspired Jillian’s journey into change work?
- Driven by witnessing South Africa’s transition to democracy.
- Shifted from law to a frontline role in major societal transformation.
00:02:08- How did her failures as an aid worker shape her philosophy?
- Failure taught her about the challenge of real change.
- Agency begins inside each individual; permission is crucial to growth.
00:03:14- Why did she move from international development to writing?
- Writing her memoir helped her process difficult experiences.
- Now focuses on empowering organizations and individuals.
The 10 Permissions: Highlights
00:06:23- Be Willful
- Know and articulate what you want, not just follow others’ expectations.
00:07:57- Go Astray
- Allow non-linear paths and seek learning in unpredictability.
00:09:13- Take It Outside
- Step out of your bubble and scan for new patterns and opportunities.
00:10:34- Experiment
- Build comfort with novelty through small, low-stakes trials.
00:11:41- Feel Your Way
- Balance data with intuition, especially when information overwhelms.
00:12:56- Forget About the Future
- Focus on present actions and adaptability over long-term plans.
00:14:24- Think Small
- Start with bite-sized steps; big leaps aren’t always necessary
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Learn more about Jillian Reilly: LinkedIn
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- Driven by witnessing South Africa’s transition to democracy.
- Shifted from law to a frontline role in major societal transformation.
