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Division may be all the rage – but it’s time for a resurgence of understanding.
Looking at the modern world makes me feel increasingly old fashioned.
I am not talking about my clothes or my hair (although the currency of both may be called into question from time to time).
The passe habit I am referring to is the seemingly lost art of seeing both sides of an argument.
Hello, I’m James Batchelor
Expert on technology, entrepreneurship and digitisation for the ageing population
My name is James Batchelor and every day I strive to discover new ways to use Technology, Leadership and Change to help organisations not just make money, but make the world a better place too.
I want everybody to understand this potential. That’s why I work as a mentor for other founders, entrepreneurs and passionate people. And, that’s why I am sharing my own insights and those of other brilliant people with you here.
I make regular speaker appearances, talking about themes including entrepreneurship, being a founder and the use of technology to help older and vulnerable people. I also take part in regular media interviews on these subjects.
In 2004 I invented the “I am OK button” (which we have evolved in to OKEachDay®) and founded Alertacall – an award-winning company that helps tens of thousands of people feel safe, connected and informed whilst also combating loneliness and isolation.
I have also worked with a number of charities, including as Trustee of The Silver Line; a British charity helpline for older people founded by Dame Esther Rantzen.
My work and my life has one simple philosophy: Live Well, Give Back.