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Founder of SIXCOMMS | Communication Skills Specialist | Virtual & in-person Workshop Facilitator | Podcast Host | Host of a Walk & Talk Community

#Clarity is kindness! ✨ A theme for me over the last few weeks. In particular, the clarity on the intention and spirit of my Walk & Talk community here in #Singapore One of my favorite books by Priya Parker 'The Art of Gathering' emphasizes the importance of having a clear purpose when gathering a group of people. She says that understanding why you are gathering and what you hope to achieve ensures that the event is meaningful and impactful for everyone involved. She advocates for specificity and intentionality to create a truly memorable and effective gathering. 🙌 So, I reflected on this a lot and came up with these 3 key principles that guide the Walk & Talk sessions I facilitate: 1️⃣ Connect, not transact: This community is about reconnecting with the outdoors and forming genuine connections with those you walk with. This is a space for deep connection rather than transactions, pitching or hard selling of products and services. 2️⃣ Come as you are: The Walk & Talk experience strives to create an environment where everyone can show up as their genuine selves. We are not in formal office attire but dressed casually and appropriately to be outside with the natural elements. We are not here with job titles but as we are in our everyday lives. This way of connecting avoids the confining and stiff nature of more structured and traditional events or meetups. 3️⃣ Respect and Explore: Enjoy and respect the natural setting that fosters calmness, encourages easier conversation, and leads to deeper connections with others. Let your #Curiosity guide you as you notice the sights, sounds, and smells of nature. Be mindful of the wildlife around you and treat the natural landscape with respect. I lead a community and with it comes the responsibility of making sure everyone understands the environment that we would like to create together. 🌱 One new walker & talker shared her reasons for joining: "I'm coming to share and meet new folks outside of my usual work environment!"💚 👉 If you would like to join us, please click on the link for the schedule and to sign up. Walk with you soon! #Community #PurposeLed #Facilitation #ConnectionMatters #Alignment

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Andrew Coller

Founder and Director: Learning & Projects I Leading with Emotional Intelligence, Intercultural Competency and Business Communications

3mo

You've articulated three great principles, Lisa. One thing I have appreciated in watching you grow and explain your Walk & Talk community over time, is the way you have organically made sense out of people connecting .. in real-time, striving for best case scenario. Your findings that underpin your success may well be referred to in time to come by a whole range of people, if they aren't already! Keep enjoying the journey!

Alyce Lampe

Crafter of Stories | Curator of Events | Connector of Great Humans | Wellbeing & Sustainability Advocate | Hypewoman | ex adidas • ZALORA

3mo

What a beautiful post AND photo Lisa Partridge 🇸🇬🇬🇧🌍 I love these 3 principles, and I'm now super intrigued about this book too, will have to jump in and give it a read 🙌

Rocky Esguerra

Executive Coach | Ex-APAC CHRO (P&G, Pfizer, Heineken) | Coaching senior women leaders to thrive & lead with impact, while balancing their roles in life | I write about Leadership Mindset & Wellness

3mo

That's one of my favorite books too, Lisa! She also developed a guide for virtual connects during the pandemic and we used it a lot in Pfizer. So practical

Darwin Sy Antipolo

Guiding Teams Thrive in Uncertain Times With PLAY, DESIGN, & FORESIGHT| Facilitator, Designer, and Strategist 🚀

3mo

'Walk with you soon!'. 😍

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