Why coffee conversations matter | Matias Sørevik | TEDxFredrikstad
What if the most powerful metric for success came from a cup of coffee?In this talk, social entrepreneur Matias Sørevik introduces the Coffee Conversation Outcome (CCO) - a new KPI for measuring value in work and life.Drawing on his experiences and work in social innovation with warmth and humorous anecdotes, Matias shares how genuine human connection inspires inclusion, sparks creativity, and drives leadership.Get ready to ditch the traditional spreadsheet, embrace dialogue, and unlock the profound impact hidden in your next conversation. Matias Sørevik is passionate about inclusion and social innovation. With a background from the Royal Norwegian Air Force, economic geography, and years in customer relationships and sales, he now helps young people find purpose and direction through workshops and mentoring. As Deputy Chairman at Imprints, he works to build a more inclusive society, while also exploring storytelling and creativity.At TEDxFredrikstad, Matias will introduce a new KPI: the Coffee Conversation Index (CCO), a reminder that some of the most meaningful progress begins with a simple, human conversation. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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