Forum: "Remodel"
Competent Women's Forum: Let's Remodel!
WHY?
We have received comments from several women who have been frustrated by their inability to participate in the monthly tele-workshops. Lack of time seems to be the primary reason; a common malady, to be sure. Because people generally make time for the things that are most important to them, it seems a good time to assess the value and structure of the Forum and adjust accordingly.
Instead of jumping into my usual mode of instant solution-generation, I thought it best to practice what I preach to others by slowing down and finding out what you (as the audience/customer) really want. Based on your input, we will “remodel” the Competent Woman’s Forum to better meet your needs and desires.
WHAT IS IT?
The CW Forum was conceived in response to requests for a simple, flexible, undemanding way to stay both reminded and encouraged about ways to manage “the curse” (e.g., strengthen our relationships, increase our energy and zest for living--lightening the load of our multiple roles, expectations and responsibilities).
The intent is to provide an open and supportive community for “competently cursed” women; a safe and encouraging place to learn and explore, to laugh and to help each other.
There have been 2 primary activities of the Forum:
• Two on-line discussion boards – one public and one for members only
• Monthly, hour-long tele-workshops with Q&A
WHAT ARE YOU CONSIDERING?
Here are some of the ideas we have heard so far:
• “Shorten the tele-workshops to maybe 30 minutes, an hour a month is really reasonable, but an hour in a single week is hard;”
• “Fridays during the workweek are hard, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday would be better;”
• “Can you work out a program so that it is a more formal leadership development opportunity (e.g., get a certificate for “face hours,” provide feedback, include some 1:1 coaching, have assignments, and/or…)?
HOW CAN I HELP?
Answering the following questions and e-mailing or calling in your responses would be very helpful and greatly appreciated! Phone: 425-501-5025
1. What would you like to receive from your participation in the Competent Women’s Forum?
2. What features would best provide that for you? (e.g., periodic tele-workshops, weekly e-mail reminders, on-line discussion board, CD’s, newsletter, small group meetings, e-mail buddies, etc.). Please be expansive in your thinking; at this point, anything is an option!
3. If we continue the tele-workshops:
• What days and times would be best for you?
• What is the best length (e.g., 60, 45, 30 minutes, etc)?
• What frequency would be ideal for you (e.g., once or twice per month, once per week, etc)?
• Would you like a more formal option where you would get continuing education credit?
4. What else?
Thank you for your time and interest. Look for the newly remodeled Forum in April!