Danielle R. Moss: How we can help the "forgotten middle" reach their full potential

The video discusses the often-overlooked 'middle' students and workers who are neither exceptional nor problematic. The speaker shares a personal story of overcoming educational ambivalence with the help of her mother, who set high expectations and provided opportunities. The video emphasizes the importance of providing resources and support to all students, not just high performers, to unlock their potential. It highlights successful programs that help students visualize success and achieve globally. The speaker also discusses how these principles can transform organizations by setting high expectations and fostering inclusivity.

What is the 'forgotten middle' as described by the speaker?

• Workers who are seen as innovators

• Students who excel in academics

• People who are always in the spotlight

• Individuals who are neither exceptional nor problematic

How did the speaker's mother help them rise above the middle?

• By focusing only on their grades

• By letting them figure it out on their own

• By setting high expectations and providing opportunities

• By ignoring their education

What does the speaker believe about individuals in the middle?

• They are always problematic

• They hold untapped potential

• They should be left alone

• They are incapable of achieving more

What is the speaker's theory about the middle?

• It contains unclaimed winning lottery tickets

• It is a place for only average people

• It is a place for those who excel

• It is a place for those who lack ambition

What does the speaker believe about the potential of individuals in the middle?

• They are destined to stay average

• They can achieve great things with the right support

• They should not be given any resources

• They are not capable of contributing to society

What was the key factor in Nicole's success story?

• Her decision to not attend college

• Her guidance counselor's disbelief

• Access to college prep and international programs

• Lack of support from her community

How did the speaker instill accountability among students?

• By not setting any expectations

• By ignoring their progress

• By holding them accountable to themselves and their community

• By focusing only on their failures

What does the speaker suggest about applying the formula to organizations?

• It is not applicable to adults

• It should be ignored in professional settings

• It can transform organizations as well

• It only works for students

What is emphasized as important for uplifting the middle in organizations?

• Exclusivity and competition

• Inclusivity and equity

• Focusing only on leaders

• Ignoring contributions

What is the speaker's final message about periods and commas?

• Periods signify the end of potential

• What seems like an end is often just a pause

• Periods are more important than commas

• Commas should be avoided