OC28: Community: Building on the Experiences of 2020 with Diana Wu David

OC28: Community: Building on the Experiences of 2020 with Diana Wu David

Diana Wu David is a strategist, innovator, entrepreneur and the author of Future Proof Reinventing Work in the Age of Acceleration. Her diverse global career includes assisting Henry Kissinger and leading executive education initiatives for the Financial Times. A super-connector of people and sought after speaker, Diana lives in Hong Kong.

Diana likens the experience of 2020 to training at high altitude. We have all accelerated, learned a lot about ourselves and are poised to put that learning into good use in 2021.

Diana believes the experience of 2020 has elevated the importance of community. As jobs become more transient the need to invest in a community with longevity is increasingly vital. Community helps us craft our own story, try something out before launching to a wider body, celebrate wins and know there are others who will look out for us.

Diana explores her experience of cultivating and contributing to a successful community. She says building community takes time; there has to be a common purpose; members must contribute and champion the concept. In time the community will take on its own form and direction without the need for the originator to constantly broadcast.

Diana believes that semi-private professional networks will grow and become an increasingly important part of building a successful professional life. Building a web of support which is separate from an employer.

Diana draws on her experience with the Kissinger Institute and how this taught her the value of connection, how to learn through people, and the importance of character.

Diana leaves us with three areas of our lives to consider as we start 2021

Vitality: both physical and mental

Connection: Investing in meaningful relationships

Contribution: professional and community

Having something to look forward to in each of these areas will set us up for a successful and fulfilling year.

A huge thank you for listening and wishing all of you a very happy, healthy and hopeful 2021!

References:

www.dianawudavid.com/futureproofinsider