New Member Onboarding

šŸ™‹ā€ā™€ļø FOR NEW MEMBERS: Getting Started at ELE

Welcome! ELE is all about trusted conversations, peer-powered learning, and showing up as your full self. Here’s your simple 7-step path to plug in, grow your influence, and give back.

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Tri Nguyen
Dirk Tussing
Alex Wang
Angelica Stilling

    1. āœļø Add Your Personal Touch

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    Update your profile with your interests, expertise, and a favorite book (or two). Your profile isn’t just a bio—it’s your conversation starter.

    šŸ’” Pro Tip: Craft a short branding statement to highlight your superpower. Think of it as your elevator pitch with heart. Need help? Your buddy can help review it—ELE is a judgment-free zone.

    šŸ“ø Upload a photo and short bio so peers know who you are and what you’re all about.

    2. šŸ¤ Meet Your Buddy

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    Who are the Ambassadors—and how do I get one?

    Reach out to your buddy who helped get you set up with ELE—they’re often your best first connection.

    If you’d like to connect with a different buddy, you can browse the active member directory and look for members with an Onboarding Buddy badge.

    Don’t hesitate to attend an event together—they’re here to help you plug in, feel at home, and thrive.

    🧭 Buddy Bonus: Ambassadors follow a quick-start guide with conversation ideas and ways to co-create your ELE experience—like helping with branding statements or navigating your first roundtable.

    3. šŸ§‘ā€šŸ’» Join an Office Hour

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    Office Hours are casual, come-as-you-are virtual meetups—no slides, just real conversation. You’ll meet fellow members, ask questions, and learn how others are using ELE in real time.

    Just show up to one, and you’re officially in the mix.

    4. 🌱 Connect with a Trusted Network

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    ELE is built on relationships.

    Start by updating your profile—adding your interests and expertise helps others connect with your strengths and know where to pull you in.

    Next, build your network across platforms:

    You’ll start getting personalized nudges when your interests align with upcoming events or peer discussions. The more you share, the more doors open.

    5. šŸ¤ Help Build the ELE Community

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    Know someone who should be part of ELE? Invite them in!

    Members can refer peers who thrive on learning, sharing, and leading. We grow by word of mouth—thanks to great minds like yours.

    šŸ‘‰ The easiest way to invite trusted colleagues is to forward a calendar invitation with the session details (Zoom Meeting ID and passcode). It’s a low-lift way to spark their curiosity.

    Want a more formal invite or a ā€œhow-toā€ link? Just reach out to Dirk—we’ve got you covered.

    6. šŸ“š Add a Book to Your Bookshelf

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    Optional, but fun—and a great way to show what’s shaping your thinking.

    Your ELE Bookshelf is a living snapshot of the ideas, authors, and insights that matter to you. Add a title or two to spark conversation and connection.

    7. šŸ’¬ Share What You Know

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    Host or contribute to discussions that matter. Your insights drive visibility, spark ideas, and position you as a trusted voice in the community.

    The Idea Exchange is where peer-powered learning happens—ask questions, share answers, or build on someone else’s idea. No pressure, just thoughtful back-and-forth with smart, curious people.

    šŸ” The more you contribute, the more your ELEfolio grows—showcasing your expertise, leadership, and generosity across the network.

    šŸ‘‰Jump into the Idea Exchange! (log in to ask or reply)

    8. 🌟 Reflect & Grow with Your ELEfolio

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    From your profile dropdown → My ELEfolio

    At ELE, your experience matters—and it shows.

    Events you attend and topics you lead or contribute to are automatically captured on your ELEfolio: your personalized knowledge footprint.

    Think of it as your evolving portfolio—a reflection of where you’ve been, what you’ve shared, and how you’re growing with ELE. Check in regularly to ensure it reflects the story you want to tell.

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