I'm not sorry for believing win-win scenarios always exist.

Christian Alphonse

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Christian is the Co-Founder of WattShare, a Toronto-based EV charger sharing platform that connects EV drivers with private charger owners. WattShare helps hosts monetize underused chargers while giving drivers a bookable way to access charging across homes, apartments, fleets, commercial properties, and multi-unit buildings.

01

Lead with the humility to be wrong.

Stop trying to be the smartest person in the room or convincing others that you have all the answers. It’s the worst way to build trust and create genuine connections. Instead, focus on having the humility to be wrong and the vulnerability to admit when you don’t know something. You’ll be surprised how far that honesty takes you in both life and business.

02

Relentless Curiosity: Protect your time to learn.

I block 30 minutes to 2 hours every single day strictly to learn. Whether I'm picking up something new, deepening my understanding of a subject, or seeking a fresh perspective from others (young or old), nurturing your curious side is essential for growth; if you don’t prioritize it, you’ll stay stuck in the same place.

03

Be courageous, especially when the odds are against you.

I started dreaming of universal access to energy when I was a child experiencing blackouts in Haiti. It sounded crazy to many people when I said I wanted to start a cleantech company just as Fintech and AI startups were taking off. To me, being courageous is about having the conviction to keep going even when the rest of the world seems opposed to your vision.

One thing to take away

The I-Ching principles are part of my daily affirmations because they remind me that change is the only constant in life. Master the art of the reframe; when you embrace change instead of resisting it, you find the path forward.

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