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NV Paulose, Chairman, Global TV +91 98441 82044
The AIM 100 Days Challenge is designed for young people who want to act create and perform in the real world. It is not a training program that waits for confidence to appear at the end. Confidence is built through action from the very first day.
Rooted in the Appreciative Inquiry model this challenge shifts attention from problems to possibilities. Instead of fixing what is wrong participants amplify what already works. This creates energy momentum and early results which are critical for youngsters who learn best by doing. Acceleration Inclusion and Maximization are not treated as concepts to be studied. They are lived experiences throughout the 100-day journey. There is space for Performers. Others excuse.
Why Appreciative Inquiry Fits Young Minds
Youngsters respond strongly to recognition progress and purpose. Here, Appreciative Inquiry works because it begins with strengths not gaps. It invites performers to aim success, acknowledge effort and build belief.
From the start young participants feel trusted. Their ideas matter. Their observations are valued. This creates psychological safety and motivation which naturally leads to performance.
Start with a Goal. When we focus on what gives life to a system, we can act with confidence and speed. Results are outcomes.
This approach enables
- Early wins that boost morale
- Inclusive participation where every voice counts
- Faster movement from idea to action
The challenge becomes energizing rather than exhausting.
The Team Game and Its Spirit
- The AIM Challenge is structured as a team game to mirror real life collaboration. Twenty teams with five members each work on existing establishments across education tourism events community platforms charity and social initiatives.
- The emphasis is on enhancement not invention. Teams do not start from zero. They build on what already exists and improve it meaningfully.
- Young participants are encouraged to take responsibility and ownership. They are not passive learners. They are contributors shaping real outcomes.
The spirit of the challenge is built on
- Trust and collaboration
- Action over analysis
- Learning through contribution
This creates a performance driven culture from day one.
Day 1 to 10 | Discovering What Gives Life
The journey begins with discovery. Instead of asking what is broken teams ask what is already working well. They explore moments of success satisfied users effective practices and positive stories within the chosen establishment.
This phase builds appreciation and understanding. It creates respect for the system and the people within it. Small actions are encouraged immediately. Teams may improve a communication touchpoint streamline a simple process or enhance engagement. Results start appearing early. Even small changes create visible impact and confidence.
This phase focuses on
- Identifying strengths and success stories
- Appreciating people processes and culture
- Initiating quick visible improvements
Youngsters experience achievement from the start.
Day 11 to 30 | Dreaming with Purpose
- Once strengths are clear teams move into the dreaming phase. This is not about unrealistic ideas but about imagining the best possible future built on existing success.
- Young participants work together to visualize what the establishment could become if its strengths were fully leveraged. They discuss inclusion openly asking who else could benefit and how access could be widened.
- The dream phase energizes creativity while staying grounded. Small experiments continue. Ideas are tested quickly and refined through feedback.
This phase encourages
- Bold yet realistic imagination
- Collective vision building
- Early pilots and experiments
Dreams begin to take shape through action.
Day 31 to 55 | Designing for Acceleration
- With a clear vision teams now focus on design. They structure ideas into simple workable models. The emphasis is on speed clarity and usability.
- Acceleration is experienced directly. Processes become smoother. Engagement increases. Decisions happen faster. Youngsters learn how design choices influence outcomes.
- Design is practical. Teams use existing platforms people and resources. Documentation is minimal. Action is central.
This phase develops
- Clear action plans
- Practical system and experience design
- Momentum through simplicity
Participants begin to see how ideas turn into results.
Day 56 to 80 | Delivering and Maximizing Impact
- This phase is about delivery and multiplication. Teams focus on making their strongest idea work consistently and reliably.
- Maximization becomes visible. A single improvement leads to multiple benefits. One successful pilot inspires replication. Resources are stretched intelligently rather than expanded.
- Young participants learn scale thinking. They understand how impact can grow without proportionally increasing effort.
This phase emphasizes
- Consistent execution
- Smart use of existing resources
- Expanding reach and value
Impact becomes tangible and measurable.
Day 81 to 100 | Destiny Through Performance
- The final phase is not an ending. It is a transition. Teams reflect on what they have created and how it can continue beyond the challenge. They share stories of change learning and contribution.
- Presentations focus on outcomes and experience rather than theory. Youngsters leave with proof of performance. They have contributed to something real and meaningful.
This phase strengthens
- Confidence and credibility
- Ownership and responsibility
- Readiness for future leadership
- Destiny is shaped through action.
- Results from the Very Beginning
Imagine a city like Mangalore performing like a city like Mumbai. What happens is a paradigm shift. It brings greater results for a larger number of people. Imagine 100 events in place there were 10 events in a week. Imagine many other cities are twinned with the city campaigns.
What makes the AIM 100 Days Challenge unique is that results are visible from the start.
- Small wins appear in the first weeks
- Engagement grows steadily
- Confidence compounds through action
This continuous progress keeps youngsters motivated and committed.
A Platform for Young Doers
- The AIM 100 Days Challenge is not about preparing young people for the future. It invites them to perform now.
- Appreciative Inquiry provides the mindset. The 100-day structure provides discipline. The team game provides belonging.
- Together they create an environment where young people discover their ability by using it.
That is where real learning and real impact begin.
