Christopher Evangelides

February 2, 2024

Don't signal in the desert ๐Ÿœ

In this vast landscape of professional life, whether going through the consultancy world or any other line of work, we often find ourselves navigating through endless contemplations. This is especially true when we have to work under the constraints of specific rules, guided by the mirage of preset guidelines. The challenge is universal and transcending industries. In my opinion, the struggle lies in the hesitation to share our ideas.

In my four-and-a-half years as a consultant, I've faced moments where conformity stifled my creativity. I often set limits on myself, making me question how I'd handle things if it were my own business or if I could do them differently.

Breaking the Chains of Silenceย 


It's so true that the world brims with thoughts and innovations but at the same time it's essential not to let our ideas go unnoticed. Iโ€™m a big believer that If you have an idea, you should share it with the world. Seek feedback, make improvements, and witness the transformative impact your concept can have. In the realm of innovation, silence achieves nothing.ย 

It's something I've been thinking lately. When faced with tasks that restrict our creativity, we often turn to others or find excuses. While having support is valuable, I think it's crucial to express our perspectives. Otherwise, we risk merely signalling in the desert, where our ideas may go unnoticed.

Iโ€™m convinced that people would be pleasantly surprised by the uptake and reception of new ideas. So, Iโ€™ll echo Dan Wiedenโ€™s slogan and say Just Do It!ย  Why make noise for nothing when you have the potential to contribute something groundbreaking? Itโ€™s about breaking free from the chains of silence and embracing the power of expression and innovation.

About Christopher Evangelides

Senior GIS & EO Consultant at Ricardo ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿผโ€๐Ÿ’ป Keele and UCL alumnus ๐Ÿ› I'm a techie and I love playing tennis, running and spending time in the kitchen and the great outdoors ๐ŸŽพ๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿผโ€๐Ÿณ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿฅพ ohh and oftentimes, I share my thoughts here on HEY!