{#SirenChat} Transcript 3/25/2015

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Reconnecting with my online community is a highlight of my #SirenChat series this month as we explore the theme “Design Your Life.” Sometimes we need to make decisions real-time and rely on mindfulness tools to stay centered and grounded while living the fast-paced existence of entrepreneurship. One of the reasons I started #SirenChat on Twitter is to provide an opportunity for business leaders and innovators to connect with like-minded professionals. I hope it’s been as rewarding for me as it has been for you!

Here’s a roundup of the topics we covered on #SirenChat today:

Q1: What mobile #mindfulness tools do you rely on/wish existed? Answer w/ A1 start of reply. #SirenChat

 

Q2: When was the last time u had to make a real-time decision w/ no prep time? The outcome? Reply w/ A2. #SirenChat

 

Q3: Do you rely more on emotional intelligence or rational thinking? Reply w/ A3. #SirenChat

 

Q4: As a leader, what do you value more: your instinct or feeback from your team when making decisions? Reply w/ A4. #SirenChat

 

Tools and resources shared:

Ready for #SirenChat today 12-1 pm EST. #mindfulness #app that I use via @Hivequest: http://www.techurself.com/urwell.html

 

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If you missed the chat but would like to keep the conversation going, add to the comments below or catch up with us on FacebookInstagram and Pinterest.

Next #SirenChat: Wednesday, April 1 12-1 pm EST! All leaders welcome!
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I joined #SirenChat and liked it! See you for the next chat: Weds April 1 12-1 pm EST!

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I’ve heard great things about #SirenChat + can’t wait to check it out: Weds April 1 12-1 pm EST.
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Meet leadership-minded folks (like me!) at #SirenChat. Each Wednesday in April 12-1 pm EST.
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{#SirenChat} Transcript 3/11/2015

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So many thanks to the Sirens who participated in the inaugural #SirenChat! We had a hoot and tackled topics ranging from emotions that crop up when our decisions are challenged to leadership figures who inspire us. Regarding the former, I need to take a deep breath. Regarding the latter, I named Thich Nhat Hanh.

Read the full transcript I created using TweetReach, including how many folks we potentially reached and a full recap of the chat. Teaser of the transcript is below.

Transcript courtesy of TweetReach.

If you missed the chat but would like to keep the conversation going, add to the comments below or catch up with us on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

Next #SirenChat: Wednesday, March 18 12-1 pm EST! All leaders welcome!
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I joined #SirenChat and liked it! See you for the next chat: Weds March 18 12-1 pm EST!
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Meet great, like-minded folks (like me!) at #SirenChat. Each Weds in March 12-1 pm EST.
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Design Your Life

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Standing by the side of the road and watching go-faster folks pass with the colors you wish you were wearing is no way to approach business, life or pleasure. It’s a go-getter kind of world. We’ve heard it said in many ways, shapes and forms. “Go for the gold.” “Name your price.” “Work hard, play harder.” I’m a proponent of speed in a controlled way. Faster does not always equal better. Slow and steady is a force to be reckoned with. The kind of speed I’m describing falls in the “Blink” genre, a go-with-your-gut/don’t delay or deny what’s instinctual. I’m no fan of rushing into things without careful consideration. After all, I’m a Capricorn. Weighing options, careful assessment and rationally choosing a path is part of my stardust. Still, the initial reaction, the first blush, the snap judgement does the job but good.

Are you intrigued by the aforementioned duality and trying to figure out “what’s works when it comes to decision-making” and thus, designing your life? Yeah, me too. I’m fascinated by what draws a person toward their conclusion. Throw in my obsession with emotional intelligence (try this quiz via The New York Times) and we’ve got ourselves a heady cocktail.

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Bring your favorite shaker and join me for my Twitter chat during the month of March: Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST. Hashtag: #SirenChat. Participants (that’s you!) will fuel our chat with experiences, stories and questions. We’ll discuss:

  • How a decision-making process either sealed the deal or broke the bank
  • Collectively exploring pros and cons of strategic thinking and gut instinct
  • Articles and examples of emotional intelligence and relate them back to ourselves
  • Self-awareness and how we interact with people and deal with circumstances
  • Creative solutions to mind-bending challenges including suggestions from our fellow chatters
  • Mindfulness exercises to help us stay in the present moment so we can best assess any situation
  • Resources and helpful tips to living a life by your design
Homework:
Connect with us on Twitter so we’re ready to roll.

Tip:
Bring your copy of Malcolm Gladwell’s book “Blink” for extra in-depth discussions on how the human mind works in a millisecond.

Tools:
Not sure how this Twitter Chat thing works? Don’t fret. Read this and this

Ready and willing? Can’t wait? Same here. Help spread the word, invite your chatty friends and let’s make it a party!

Twitter chat with @urbansiren each Weds 12-1 pm EST this March to discuss designing a fantastic life. #SirenChat
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Design your life with entrepreneurs and social impact leaders each Weds 12-1 pm EST w/ @urbansiren #SirenChat
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Weds 12-1 pm in March we’ll discuss decision-making skills, gut instinct and more w/ @urbansiren #SirenChat
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Connect with likeminded thinkers exploring best practices for decision-making and productivity with @urbansiren
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Fan of #MalcolmGladwell and his book #Blink? Me too. #SirenChat each Weds 12-1 pm EST in March.
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Keep the conversation going in the comments section here and on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

 

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