Professor Tim Weiss raises foundational questions about the basis of successful entrepreneurship in Africa, which occurs in communities such as the 105 co-located car repair shops in the Dagoretti neighborhood of Nairobi. These entrepreneurs are collaborating through apprenticeship programs, referrals, collaborations, and even mutual welfare funds like insurance. The success of each one is deeply embedded in the success of the others. Bring a Western lens that emphasizes the achievements of individuals leads us to incorrect understandings of what’s really going on.In this inspiring talk, Tim describes his work and his passion for supporting a whole new way of thinking of the collective assets that arise from community systems in low-income countries–and of what we can learn about them in high-income countries.

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