MEMBER COMMENTARY: TO BUILD YOUR BRAND, TAKE TIME FOR INTROSPECTION
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DLE MEMBER ENTERS POLITICS WITH THE GOAL OF BUILDING CONNECTIONS
April 5, 2023The March 27 DLE Meetup featured an active conversation on the topic of Coaching 101: Tips for Motivating Others to Be Their Best. In the intimate setting of the DLE HQ office, more than a dozen DLE members enthusiastically shared experiences and techniques for bringing out the best in co-workers. Their offerings included:
- Have clear and kind goal setting in the right context
- Create a psychologically safe, open space that makes people feel comfortable to ask questions
- Know people’s strengths and help them to recognize them
- Make sure the right people are in the right jobs
- Help others understand the “why” behind a goal
- Focus on what you can control
- Be very clear on expectations
- Remove your ego
- Practice humility
DLE Meetups feature topical, in-person conversations between diverse DLE members, who benefit from new insights and connections. They are held bi-monthly, run for 90 minutes and include refreshments.
The next DLE Meetup is set for Monday, May 8th at 5:30 PM, and the discussion topic is how to create a psychologically safe space for others. Registration is limited to 15 participants. To reserve a seat, email dle@dulye.com.
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(Left to right) Jamie Laprade, Josh Brilliant
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(Left to right) Jay Ogle, Krystle Blake
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(Left to right) Allison Schmitt, Nick Russo