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Aloha Connection Catalyst!
I just returned from the largest conference of my life, and I have lots of insights to share from the session I led.
Today you’ll learn to…
Overcome outsider syndrome.
Start an event with mystery.
Network effectively with strangers.
Take the temperature of your audience.
Not waste money on shows and performers at events.
Hype up a crowd without a microphone.
Use containers to promote more vulnerability.
⚠ Below is the public version from last week.
The ultimate source of hatred is believing others have chosen their actions and the experiences that shaped those actions.
NOTES FROM LINKEDIN
❌ This is how community builders waste time facilitating connection in their community.
Do you believe they're 'effective'?... Please enlighten me!
Trivia.
Escape rooms.
Video games.
Cooking classes.
Game shows.
Paint parties.
Happy hours.
Mixology classes.
Comedy shows.
Musical performances.
Entertainment is NOT an effective tool for fostering a lasting sense of community and psychological safety.
Your turn — What is your GO-TO effective method?
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Why self-disciplined humans are happier.
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WATCH: HOW TO START A PARADE
Find people who are waiting to be led. Video.
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