Summary
This talk centers on the theme of resilience, defined as the ability to adapt and recover from challenges. The session features personal narratives that exemplify resilience in various contexts, notably in the realm of design operations. The day begins with Corey sharing his journey of resilience during his job search, culminating in a successful position at Adobe. Following Corey, Daniel discusses the importance of resilience in day-to-day job operations and the development of collaborative team models, even when facing unexpected challenges. Notable speakers like Deanna Smith, Laura Gatewood, and Lane Pro K provide insights on optimizing practices and fostering kindness within teams. The midday panel features discussions among Corey, Deanna, Laura, and Lane reflecting on the day's achievements. In the session's conclusion, speakers Silka Bcha, ALA Weinberg, and Zaria Cameron emphasize the significance of humanity and morality in professional settings, rounding out a day dedicated to enhancing resilience and support in the workplace.
Key Insights
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Resilience is the ability to withstand challenges and recover quickly.
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Corey shared a personal story illustrating resilience during his job search leading to a successful position at Adobe.
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Working together through unexpected situations can enhance team operations and resilience.
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Optimization in practices can lead to improved workplace dynamics.
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Promoting gentleness and kindness within teams is fundamental to developing a resilient culture.
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The importance of reflecting on our shared experiences can foster a supportive environment.
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Humanity and morality should guide our professional interactions.
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The stories shared today exemplify resilience across various professional scenarios.
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Co-creating operating models can lead to more resilient teams.
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Emphasizing personal journeys of resilience can inspire collective improvement.
Notable Quotes
"Today's theme is resilience."
"Resilience means the capacity to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties."
"The stories you'll hear today reflect the world we live in and the concept of resilience."
"We're gonna start off strong with Corey's story of resilience through his job search."
"Daniel will talk about being resilient in our day jobs and co-creating operating models."
"We're gonna close out the day with Silka Bcha, ALA Weinberg and Zaria Cameron discussing bettering ourselves."
"We accepted his new offer at Adobe earlier this year."
"Optimization through Slack can help us be gentler to each other."
"We'll have a panel discussing wonderful things that happened throughout the day."
"Our journeys of resilience can help us make our practice better."
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