On Wednesday November 13, 2019, Madison McCracken, Director of Client Experience at Dale Carnegie North Texas, introduced to Dallas SWE a technique to build trust when networking or meeting people. By introducing a mental picture mnemonic in order to form a conversation path, awkward silences can be avoided when meeting others or during casual encounters at the office or anywhere. Over time, these personal facts can lead to a stronger relationship between coworkers, thus building trust. Once the skill was introduced, we practiced to master it. Everyone got out of their seat and practice with other ladies in the room. By the end of the night everyone walked out knowing someone new. 

Additionally, attendees asked questions about uncomfortable casual social situations at the office like meeting someone when you are on your way to a meeting. Ms. McCracken offered advice on how to avoid and walk away tactfully. During other scenarios attendees in the room discussed ways they have dealt with similar social encounters.

As a special treat, Ms. McCracken gave all attendees a “Golden Book”, which summarized Dale Canagie’s principles mentioned in the book “How to Win Friends and Influence People” and “How to Stop Worrying and Start Living”. 

Thank you to Dale Carnegie North Texas for your insightful presentation!

Looking to learn how to better connect and understand with your coworkers, customers, or audience? Come join Dallas SWE’s November PD event!

At Dale Carnegie we believe the best way to be successful in business is through understanding and connecting with people. This conversation technique is a way to connect with and understand clients in ways which build trust, make prospects and current clients feel valued, and positively impact the bottom line. It also serves as a way to connect with co-workers, supervisors, and direct reports to make the entire team more effective.

Speakers Bios:

Madison McCracken serves as the Director of Client Experience at Dale Carnegie North Texas where she works with individuals to achieve more fulfilling relationships and a better way of life, both professionally and personally.

Professional development, although often not prioritized, is crucial to an individual’s success and maximizing his/her potential. Madison’s passion lies in working with others to identify their professional development goals and providing a tailored approach to achieving those goals. She coaches professionals in many different industries to find the right plan. Whether they are looking to develop their leadership skills, present with influence, or build more self-confidence.

With degrees in Psychology and Communication from Texas Christian University, Madison is well-versed in understanding people, as well as the science of how, and why, we communicate and connect with others. When she’s not working on professional development, she enjoys her membership with the Junior Associates of the Dallas Museum of Art, practicing yoga, and playing with her kitten, Jazzy Poppins.

This meeting is open to all, women, men, SWE members and non-members alike. Raffle prize for a lucky winner!

Cost:

Free for SWE Members, SWE Collegiates, and SWENext members.

$5 for non-members.

Food available for purchase by the individual.

If you are unable to attend after you have registered, we would appreciate you sending us a message through the app or canceling your registration through the desktop website. Thank you!

On Tuesday, October 15, Gina Otts, Director of Emerging Technologies in Verizon’s Product Development, and Sally Kammer, Distinguished Technical Staff in Verizon’s Voice Planning, presented to Dallas SWE on Quantum Cryptography at Verizon’s Adutitorum in Irving. Covering current and future quantum security measures and the impact of crypo algorithms, Dallas SWE and Verizon employee attendees were treated to a fascinating technical talk about the future of quantum computing, cryptography, and cyber security. The speakers also fielded questions from the audience after the main presentation, prompting dynamic, thoughtful, and interactive discussion.

Verizon provided the presentation via WebEx for those unable to attend the meeting in person, giving Dallas SWE members the second teleconferenced of the year. Using Slido, both digital attendees and those in the auditorium could send in questions and comments for feedback. 

Special thanks to Sally Kammer for not only speaking, but organizing the event! Thank you to Gina Otts for presenting and Samantha Hawkins for helping at the event. 

If you are interested in learning more or if you are planning to attend the Society conference, Gina and Sally will be presenting the Quantum Cryptography talk at WE19 in Anaheim on Thursday, November 7 at 2pm. Come show your support!