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July 24, 2024

HOT RESOURCES: STOP FEARING THE PHONE

IS YOUR HEADSHOT AN ASSET? Use tips from this Forbes article to assess the effectiveness of your LinkedIn profile headshot […]
July 24, 2024

DLE WELCOMES NEXT NEXT GEN LEADERS

They are on the rise! Future leaders of the DLE several generations removed recently visited the DLE HQ in downtown […]
July 24, 2024

POLL RESULTS: A SPLIT WE DIDN’T EXPECT

The last DLE 10-Second Poll explored members’ experiences presenting new ideas in their workplace. We asked: How often do you […]
July 24, 2024

NEW POLL: DO YOU HAVE AI ANXIETY?

According to this 2024 study conducted by Forbes, 22% of workers worry that their jobs will become obsolete because of […]
April 17, 2024

NEW POLL: HOW OFTEN DO YOU VOLUNTEER?

Inspired by the DLE’s participation in the May 17 Downtown Pittsfield Cleanup (for the sixth time), the new DLE Poll […]
March 19, 2024

POLL RESULTS: ARE LAYOFFS A CONCERN?

Our last 10-Second Poll explored the trend of mass layoffs sweeping the country. We asked: To what extent are you […]
March 19, 2024

NEW POLL: DO YOU LIKE YOUR BOSS?

Prompted by the April 12 Culture Chat program, Build a Better Relationship with Your Boss, with leadership coaches Janet Forest […]
February 21, 2024

DLE SHINES IN THE WINNERS’ CIRCLE

Although 2024 is just getting underway, achievements are mounting for the DLE. Announcements by two major organizations this month honor […]
February 21, 2024

CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH

In celebration of Black History Month, the DLE shares words of inspiration for leadership growth from professional boxer and activist […]
February 21, 2024

DLE FLASHBACKS

12 YEARS AGO: The first eight years of the DLE’s operations were conducted in partnership with Syracuse University, the undergraduate […]
January 24, 2024

WHAT’S YOUR 2024 MANTRA?

By Linda Dulye, President/Founder, Dulye Leadership Experience and Dulye & Co. I am an avid consumer of leadership blogs, articles […]
January 24, 2024

HOT RESOURCES

THE RECIPE FOR GREAT 1-ON-1 MEETINGS Do you have an agenda or shoot the breeze? How do you make the […]
December 19, 2023

MAKING THE SEASON BRIGHT WITH HOLIDAY DONATIONS

Lifting spirits in companies and communities through conversations and connections is embedded in DLE underwriter Dulye & Co.’s Spectator-Free™ mission. […]
December 19, 2023

NEW POLL: HOW CONFIDENT ARE YOU?

Prompted by the Jan. 26 Culture Chat program–How to Turn Confidence Into Currency with Susan Salter, CEO and Founder of […]
November 21, 2023

AMPLIFYING ENTREPRENEURS’ VOICES

Opening doors for entrepreneurs to the Berkshires’ economy has been a personal joy for DLE Founder Linda Dulye in her […]
October 18, 2023

DLE VOLUNTEERS POWER PROGRAMS WITH SUBSTANCE

By Alaina Stanisci, DLE Communications Intern, Sophomore at Fordham University, Bronx, NY The DLE’s Culture Chat committee meets regularly during […]
September 6, 2023

THREE PEAT FOR SOLDIER ON TOURNAMENT

Three equals fore! For the third consecutive year, the DLE’s chief underwriter–Dulye & Co.–teed up as a sponsor of the […]
September 6, 2023

POLL RESULTS: HOW MENTALLY FIT ARE YOU?

In preparation for our upcoming wellness workshop, the last DLE Poll probed the topic of mental fitness. We asked: What […]
August 3, 2023

NEW POLL: HOW MENTALLY FIT ARE YOU?

In preparation for a Mental Fitness workshop that the DLE is producing in October, we’re probing the topic in our […]
August 3, 2023

STRESS REDUCTION WORKSHOP COMING THIS FALL

Watch for details in DLE special announcements and on our website for the October 11 workshop–Transforming Stress: An Interactive Workshop […]
June 6, 2023

DLE CELEBRATES 15 YEARS OF SOARING

Midpoint 2023 marks the celebration of the 15th anniversary of the Dulye Leadership Experience. Established in 2008, the DLE has […]
June 6, 2023

POLL RESULTS: DO YOU ANSWER THE CALL?

The most recent DLE Poll prompted members to take stock of their own communication practice–starting with the use of mobile […]
May 10, 2023

THREE WAYS TO BUILD YOUR COMMUNICATION MUSCLE

Marc Williams, Executive Communication Coach of MarcWilliamsSpeaks, dazzled Leadership Immersion attendees with his high energy delivery of no-nonsense tips for […]
May 10, 2023

HOT ON THE DLE YOUTUBE CHANNEL

By Jason McGill, DLE Social Media and Creative Intern, Graduate Student at Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY Our YouTube channel is […]
May 10, 2023

NEW POLL: DO YOU ANSWER THE CALL?

Taking stock of our own communication practice is one way to become a Crusader for Conversation and fight the epidemic […]
April 5, 2023

HOT READS: HANDLING A COMBUSTIVE CO-WORKER

TAKING ON OFFICE POLITICS How should you approach office politics? Gain actionable advice from global executive and best-selling author Daphne […]
April 5, 2023

POLL RESULTS: WHAT’S IN YOUR WAY?

The last DLE 10-Second Poll explored roadblocks that are stalling career success. We asked: What’s the biggest factor that is […]
February 8, 2023

DLE HONORS BLACK HISTORY MONTH

The Dulye Leadership Experience honors and celebrates Black History Month. Our organization is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusivity in […]
February 8, 2023

MAKE THIS YOUR BEST YEAR FOR CAREER GROWTH

Results of a recent Dulye Leadership Experience (DLE) poll indicate career ambitions are increasingly important to our members in 2023. […]
February 8, 2023

NEW POLL: WHO HOLDS YOU ACCOUNTABLE?

Prompted by the March 3 DLE Culture Chat program–How to Grow Your Career in 2023–the new DLE 10-Second Poll probes […]
January 11, 2023

HOT READS: MAKE 2023 YOUR BEST CAREER YEAR

TIPS TO PREVENT YOUR 2023 RESOLUTIONS FROM WILTING If you don’t have clear deadlines associated with your New Year’s resolutions, […]
January 11, 2023

POLL RESULTS: READ A GOOD BOOK LATELY?

Continuous learning is core to the DLE’s mission. Through our year-round programming, networking exchanges and the HUB newsletter’s Hot Reads […]
December 14, 2022

WHAT A YEAR! DLE 2022 HIGHLIGHTS

Starting with a deep dive into allyship and ending with a 5-star rated Leadership Immersion, the DLE has had a […]
December 14, 2022

HOT READS: TIPS FOR LETTING GO OF GUILT

WHAT MATTERS TO GEN Z WORKERS  If your team includes Gen Z members, Fast Company reveals workplace essentials that motivate […]
December 14, 2022

NEW POLL: READ A GOOD BOOK LATELY?

Continuous learning is core to the DLE’s values. Through our year-round programming, networking exchanges and the HUB’s Hot Reads monthly […]
November 16, 2022

MEET THE DLE’S NEWEST MEMBERS

By Ronak Parida, DLE Marketing/Content Creator Intern, Junior at Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY The DLE recently celebrated one of its […]
November 16, 2022

POLL RESULTS: PERFORMANCE REVIEWS

The last DLE poll measured the state of performance reviews in organizations. We asked: How effective was the most recent […]
October 12, 2022

DLE MEMBERS SET SIGHTS ON LEADERSHIP IMMERSION

By Ronak Parida, DLE Marketing/Content Creator Intern, Junior at Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY Four Berkshire-based professionals who will connect in […]
October 12, 2022

WELCOMING OUR NEWEST DLE INTERN: LUCY KRAVITZ

By Lucy Kravitz, DLE Communications Intern, Junior at Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY The DLE’s internship opportunity immediately caught my eye […]
October 12, 2022

HOT READS

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO LEAD? Check out these eight essential skills for leadership success culled by Entrepreneur. Self-confidence rises […]
October 12, 2022

NEW POLL: ARE PERFORMANCE REVIEWS EFFECTIVE?

Without constructive feedback, it’s difficult to chart a growth plan for leadership skills and career success. And that underscores the […]
September 14, 2022

CONNECTION TIPS: IT’S ABOUT THE MATCH

Quick tips for career success from DLE member and consultant Julia Kirst, author of What the United States Wants: The […]
September 14, 2022

POLL RESULTS: CRINGING ON CRYPTO

The latest DLE poll results indicate recent market changes have altered the appetite for digital currency. The majority of respondents […]
August 17, 2022

SMALL BUSINESS EXPO DRAWS DLE LEADERS

DLE Advisory Board Member Joe DelSoldato and DLE President Linda Dulye joined hundreds of emerging entrepreneurs at the Small Business […]
July 20, 2022

COACHING NEXT GEN LEADERS

Dulye Leadership Experience (DLE) President and Founder Linda Dulye and DLE member Anna Worley, systems engineer at General Dynamics Mission […]
July 20, 2022

HOT READS: SOFT SKILLS ARE IN DEMAND

IF YOU ARE AIMING FOR THE C-SUITE, SHORE UP YOUR SOFT SKILLS How well do you connect with people? Communications […]
June 15, 2022

MEMBER PERSPECTIVE: TAKE TIME TO RECHARGE

By Kaled Rocha, Financial Advisor, Portfolio Advisor, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Boston, MA I recently took some time off and […]
June 15, 2022

THE SECRETS WE KEEP

By Ginger Kuenzel, DLE Alum, Speaker, Author, Editor, Translator, Corporate Consultant, Adirondacks Enthusiast, Hague, NY/ Englewood, FL Every year in […]
May 18, 2022

POLL RESULTS: WORDS OR NUMBERS?

Salaries have always been an important factor when it comes to jobs, but are job titles starting to catch up? […]
April 20, 2022

POLL RESULTS: IS 6 MONTHS TOO SHORT?

The last DLE poll probed on decision-making when your motivation and engagement wane in a new role. We asked: If […]
April 20, 2022

NEW POLL: IS YOUR TEAM ALL IN?

As hybrid work environments become mainstream, teams are developing ways to work better together. Does physical proximity influence productivity? We’re […]
April 6, 2022

POLL RESULTS: INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWS

DLE poll respondents were nearly split on their use of informational interviews for professional development or job advancement. By a […]
March 23, 2022

POLL RESULTS: SPLIT ON CRYPTO

With crypto chatter quickly creeping into conversations and commercials, the last DLE 10-Second Poll probed members’ readiness to invest in […]
March 9, 2022

POLL RESULTS: DODGING THE METAVERSE

With the metaverse consistently creeping into headlines and conversations, the last DLE 10-Second Poll probed members’ readiness to discover this […]
March 9, 2022

NEW POLL: WHAT’S IN YOUR WALLET?

Crypto chatter is increasingly creeping into conversations and commercials. Is it hooking you? The new DLE poll wants to know: […]
February 23, 2022

DLE FILMMAKER WINS INDIE AWARD

DLE Advisory Board Member Aleah Marrow has achieved an epic milestone in her newly launched career as a filmmaker. Aleah’s […]
February 23, 2022

CRUISING FOR SALES AT BOSTON BOAT SHOW

With his first booth at a major trade show, our new DLE member AJ Bowman–featured in the Feb. 9 HUB–continues […]
February 23, 2022

NEW POLL: ARE YOU READY FOR THE METAVERSE?

The metaverse may have grabbed your attention during this month’s Super Bowl in commercials from Meta and Salesforce. It’s quickly […]
February 9, 2022

ADVISORY BOARD WELCOMES FINANCIAL LEADER

The new year brings transitions to the DLE Advisory Board with the arrival of Joe DelSoldato, Vice President, Relationship Manager-MyBanker, […]
February 9, 2022

HOT READS: WHAT NOT TO SAY AT WORK

MUST-AVOID PHRASES IN WORK CONVERSATIONS You’ve heard them. Phrases that make you cringe during a meeting. The Harvard Business Review […]
January 25, 2022

POLL RESULTS: HUGS STILL HAVE THEIR PLACE

COVID surges haven’t hampered hugs, according to results of the latest DLE 10-Second Poll. More than 50 respondents weighed in […]
January 7, 2022

DLE HOLIDAY COOKBOOK STIRS UP A BUZZ

The comments from enthusiastic readers of the DLE 2021 Holiday Kitchen Traditions Cookbook are as bubbly as a New Year’s […]
January 7, 2022

HOT READS: WHAT’S YOUR 2022 PURPOSE?

CHANNEL THE POWER OF CRAFTING Research conducted by the Royal Society for Health found that 67% of people working from […]
December 8, 2021

WRAP UP THE YEAR AT INCREDIBLE EVENTS

End 2021 with new connections and experiences by attending one of our fee-free, amazing opportunities for learning and networking. Be […]
December 8, 2021

DLE RESEARCH MAKES NEWS

Featured in the November issue of NPC Connections, published by the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires, is DLE research about […]
November 17, 2021

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM THE DLE

In this season of Thanksgiving, the DLE is grateful for our countless volunteers who serve on committees and the board, […]
November 17, 2021

PRIVATE SCREENING PROMPTS NEW POLL QUESTION

As DLE Programming Committee members ramp up plans for an exclusive, private screening of filmmaker Aleah Marrow’s debut short film, […]
November 3, 2021

MONEY TALKS IN HUGELY POPULAR DLE POLL

Pay matters, according to results of the recent DLE 10-Second Poll–our most popular of 2021, with 69 responses. A 30% […]
November 3, 2021