My Story and SIMPLE INNOVATION TRICKS behind www.myswap.com.au
My Story and Inspiration Behind MySwap
My name is Patrik Goransson, CEO of Australian Wealth Advisory. The inspiration for MySwap came from a series of personal experiences close to home. These events highlighted for me that innovation isn't always about the latest technology. Sometimes, the most profound innovations come from embracing simplicity.
I noticed that artificial intelligence, for all its advancements, runs the risk of overlooking the wisdom of an entire generation—the elderly. We are at a pivotal moment where we might lose this invaluable knowledge if we don't act. This realization drove me to create MySwap, a platform that captures the life lessons and stories of our elder generation, ensuring they are not forgotten.
In 2024, I demonstrated the power of simplicity to my nine-year-old daughter using lollies to explain our RetireSmart Innovations and Tiny Super Solutions. She grasped the concepts so well that she could re-explain them to her eleven-year-old brother. This moment reinforced my belief that if an idea can't be clearly explained on a calculator and understood by a child, it's simply not worth pursuing.
MySwap is a non-profit initiative that connects elderly volunteers with inmates. Through our "Let's Excel" program, these volunteers, who may not be familiar with modern technology, have the chance to make a significant impact on the next generation. The program operates on a simple Excel spreadsheet, ensuring that the essence of the initiative remains straightforward and effective.
How MySwap Works:
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Volunteer Recruitment: We engage elderly volunteers from retirement villages, giving them the opportunity to share their wisdom.
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Inmate Enrollment: Inmates across Australia can voluntarily join the "Let's Excel" program and correspond with a volunteer via mail.
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Anonymous Correspondence: All letters are scanned anonymously, preserving privacy and ensuring no personal details are revealed.
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Impact and Feedback: Inmates share their stories and seek advice while volunteers offer their timeless wisdom.
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Parole Input: Volunteers provide their input on whether they would approve of the inmate's release. This feedback is recorded publicly but holds no official legal weight.
The simplicity of MySwap's operation reflects my belief in straightforward, logical approaches. Just as I ensure my investment strategies can be easily understood, MySwap leverages the power of simple, human connections to create profound impacts.
MySwap aims to combat loneliness in retirement villages, offer hope to incarcerated individuals, and preserve the wisdom of our elders for future generations. By doing so, we create a bridge between generations, ensuring that valuable life lessons are not lost but continue to inspire and guide us all.