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Broadcast Thursday, December 21, 2023

Today is the day. Today is the day we create the world we envision. Don’t discount the impact you have on those around you. Every well-facilitated meeting. Every opportunity you give another to give voice to their perspective. Every decision a group makes that rings true in the minds and hearts of those involved. Every training, conference, presentation, and community of practice is an opportunity to learn together and to inspire change. 

Thank you for being you, and for going on this journey with SoFA. 

We have a lot to do in the year ahead, and we want to set ourselves up for success. To do that we are in our end-of-year fundraising push. Thank you to those who donated directly. I’m always touched by those who give so much of their time, creativity, and also their personal funds. I know I feel a great deal of satisfaction when I also contribute towards our financial goals.  

I’ve asked in circles that some time be given to list out 5 people you could ask to donate to SoFA. If every member of SoFA asked 5 people to donate $35 USD, we would reach our goal of $50,000 by January 12. Would you take a moment and ask a few people you know today to help make our vision more possible?

If you need a little guidance, here’s some help. 

Rhonda Baird

Executive Director/ 

Operational Leader 

💡 Sociocratic Tips

Feedback and Self-management:

Boost your team’s performance now by prioritizing clarity and alignment. Research shows that teams with clear goals and aligned objectives outperform others. To implement this tip, ensure your team defines and communicates goals explicitly. This straightforward step enhances creativity, psychological empowerment, job satisfaction, and commitment.

Read more in the article: Feedback and Self-management: What Science tells us by Ted Rau

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Collective Power
Book release party

Get an overview of the book and hear about its bigger context – plus a sneak preview on what Ted thinks next for the world of organizations.

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Sociocratic New Year’s Resolution

As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our goals for the upcoming year. Have you considered setting sociocracy-related resolutions for 2024? Here are a few ideas to inspire your sociocratic journey:

1. Deepen Understanding and Practice of Sociocracy: Whether you’re just starting your sociocracy journey or seeking to enhance your understanding, dedicate time in the coming year to deepen your knowledge and actively practice sociocratic principles.
2. Embrace Consent in Decision-Making in Daily Life: Consent decision-making isn’t confined to formal meetings; it’s a valuable approach applicable to daily life. Consider incorporating consent into your decision-making processes outside of meetings, recognizing its effectiveness in ensuring everyone’s needs are heard and valued.
3. Cultivate Inclusive Social Spaces : Extend the sociocratic value of inclusivity to your social circles. Actively seek out diverse perspectives, make space for everyone to contribute, and ensure that social decisions are made with the collective well-being in mind. This promotes a sense of community and shared responsibility.
4. Expand the Reach of Sociocracy: Explore opportunities to introduce sociocracy principles to new sectors or teams within your organization. Share the benefits of sociocracy with colleagues and consider how its principles align with other frameworks, such as Agile practices or cooperative principles, to enhance collaboration and decision-making.

Share your sociocratic new years restolution in the forum!

Pame Carmona
Support Services Circle Leader