In a world defined by chaos — from pandemics and wars to personal failures and change — what do we do when everything feels uncertain? In his personal and inspiring TEDx talk, Andrew explores how building — not just things, but purpose, relationships, and communities — helps us not only survive chaos but thrive in it. Driven by community, and empowered by resilience—Andrew Lu is a product manager, violinist, and changemaker whose journey spans continents, cultures, and careers. From performing with an international orchestra as a teenager to launching TEDx at his university during the height of a global pandemic, Andrew has always chosen to build when the world breaks down.Now spreading his roots in the heart of Europe, Andrew uses his unique background to transform uncertainty into opportunity—whether it's navigating corporate culture shocks, uniting people through shared purpose, or pioneering initiatives that outlive their founders. 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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