Hello Fellow EO'ers,
Forum is our core product in EO. It's the "secret sauce" and in many instances the differentiator which sets us apart from other organizations. I took on the role of Moderator Chair in EONY as an opportunity to connect with our amazing and motivated leaders we name "Moderators". In our NY Chapter, the Moderators guide 22+ forums comprising 150+ members in a process that creates a "Growth Mindset" for continued change and better outcomes. Whether business, personal or family the common denominator is YOU.
Each year, an entirely new round of Moderators will step up and add to what was built in forum before them. It is a rewarding evolution of continued learning and growth that supports others. Forum is also a great lesson in how we can consistently create incremental gains that lead to better outcomes. EONY forums have been led by Moderators since 1987, so when you step into forum, you are really taking part of an evolved process. This lesson of incremental gains has proved itself in my own EO experience. 2019 happens to be my 23rd consecutive year in forum! Yes, you read that right.
There were many great insights I gained by being part of the forum process. Simply being consistent and engaged led to greater outcomes and success. Showing up ready to contribute and learn was all that was needed to find myself part of this epic forum marathon. I never set out for longevity to be my goal. However, each new Moderator followed a forum process that moved us from a "fixed mindset" to a "growth mindset"; and along the way came energy, motivation and success.
I also learned that it's not the journey or the destination, but who we become while on the path of growth that becomes our greatest reward. Please take a moment to acknowledge your Forum Moderator at the next meeting by letting them know what you appreciate about them. Share with each other where you saw the grow this past year and what you admire about each other. I also strongly encourage you to become a Moderator. You will make great new connections and will be amazed at who you become on that path.
Len Oppenheimer
EONY Moderator Chair, 2018/2019