Hi all, It was a pleasure to connect with those who were able to attend the call this morning. What a beautiful and nourishing community. I wanted to pick your brains as I have been freelancing for a while, but starting to consider searching for a more permanent/stable job and have been wondering if there is a job site linked to IDG aware/IDG progressive organisations? It feels like it would be a wonderful resource for the community..but I have yet to find one! Thanks

Following on from last weeks Skill builder about Davos and contrasting worldviews here's a taster from a rich discussion. We examined the tension between: - “Power with” — shared, relational, and regenerative - “Power over” — power as control, leverage, or threat We reflected on Power Dynamics with a core question: When do I default to control rather than collaboration—and what fears or emotional drivers sit underneath that choice? The discussion surfaced how power shows up across different contexts: - Personal relationships and family systems - Academic and professional environments - Political leadership and global power dynamics Participants shared candid reflections related to: - Patience and perspective-taking in moments of conflict - White male privilege and power dynamics in family and academic settings - Justice and fairness as triggers for “power over” responses - Being a young CEO navigating responsibility, authority, and restraint Practicing “Power With” This practice reinforced a core insight: Shifting how we use power begins with a practice of self awareness, self-regulation, and relational presence—not authority. We host Skill builder sessions weekly that explore our attitudes, values and behaviors in relation to our leadership. Check the calendar for the time.

Hi Community On today's Skillbuilder we explored what it really takes to lead—and collaborate—across difference in today’s fractured world. @Nadene Canning opened the session by framing 3 themes that feel especially urgent right now: • The perils of silence • The resilience of civil society • Moral ambition as a leadership capacity This was inspired by Jonathan Normand’s recent reflection “Davos in the Shadow of Unilateralism: A New Leadership Imperative the session invited us to look honestly at our own choices: >> When do we choose safety or silence over responsibility? 💬 What emerged Those present shared candidly about: • Speaking up (or staying silent) in meetings • Managing energy and disappointment when advocating for change • Taking responsibility even when impact feels uncertain ✨ Collaboration, it turns out, is not just a skill—it’s a practice of courage, care, and collective agency. What emerges for you when you reflect on this question: Where am I choosing safety or silence over responsibility? 👇 Drop your reflection in the comments With care Sarah & Nadene P.S. The Skillbuilders replace the previous weekly Hangouts. We meet every week for an applied IDG skill building reflection / discussion / action-taking on Tuesday, rotating between 8.30 am, 12.30pm and 6pm (CET time). Please join us next Tuesday, Jan 27th, at 6pm CET

Hey everyone! I'm thinking of making a mini course that will help you discover or clarify what your highest values are. I'm curious, what are you values? Try to say them in one word. I'll go first!

I was in Caux for the first time in 2016 with @Mark Vandeneijdne and @Veronique Sikora Gasser I was there with a cohort of curious people who all wanted to know more about inner development and support people on their own pathes. Mark had developed an assessment, with his then partner Sujith. The assessment, Being at Full Potential was different, it was a fabulous conversation starter to help people understand more clearly the parts of themselves that were not yet fully expressed. Vanessa Smith was the graphic facilitator in the room scribing. She is known for her work at Crafting Connection. This is her illustration and her question. This question is always power packed! Be it in the New Year, when we feel stuck, or when we’re questioning next steps. How does it resoNate with you?