EmpowerING
Sharing strategies and ideas with an openness to listen to other’s ideas; giving community members the authority to thrive with their own skill sets.
WHEN WE LIVE OUT THE VALUE OF EMPOWERING, IT:
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FEELS LIKE
Are safe
Have a sense of comfort
Are encouraged
Foster creative ideas
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SOUNDS LIKE
“Do you have anything to add?”
“I value your opinion.”
“What would you like to see?”
“You got this!”
“Go for it!”
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LOOKS LIKE
Include others
Doing more than asked
Sharing ideas with others
Offering compliments
Encouraging others
Acknowledging small strides
Do you know someone who lives out these values?