612. 5 Steps to Better Meetings + Events (Tes Cohen)
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Overview
Meet Tes 🤝— The Founder + Chief Gathering Office at Gather Better.
Join us for this episode where we dive into the art of intentional gathering with Tes. She’s passionate about creating meaningful spaces that spark impact and support well-being—and she’s sharing her roadmap to help us do it better. 🙌
Tes shares her go-to approach for hosting gatherings with heart—from defining your “why” and setting a thoughtful agenda to adding special touches, guiding with care, and closing with intention. She reminds us that the world needs more reflective leadership and offers easy, meaningful ways to make people feel seen and connected. 💛
Tune in and get ready to rethink how you gather people together. 🎧
💡Learn:
Why traditional meetings often lack purpose—and the importance of intentional gathering
The 5-step Gathering Framework and how to continuously improve your approach to bringing people together
How to embrace practices that foster reflective leadership
How to explore practical innovations to create moments of real connection and insight
Today’s Guest
Tes Cohen, Founder + Chief Gathering Officer, Gather Better.
“We have exactly enough time to do what needs to be done.”
Episode Transcript
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Episode Highlights
Tes Cohen’s Journey and Philosophy (02:32)
The Five Steps to Impactful Gatherings (06:01)
The Power of Intentional Gathering (12:05)
Transforming Nonprofit Events (19:55)
The Essence of Authentic Team Building (24:37)
Creating Meaningful Gatherings (30:05)
Measuring Success in Gatherings (35:01)
The Power of Storytelling (40:32)
Have a weekly meeting with yourself where you can reflect (31:54) Tes’s One Good Thing
Powerful Quotes
“Gatherings should be a catalyst for the impact we want to create in the world. If they’re not serving that purpose, don’t hold them.” Tes Cohen
“The world is needs more reflective leaders.” - Tes Cohen
“I want to imagine a world where every young person has the chance to experience what it’s like to walk in someone else’s shoes.” Tes Cohen
“Embracing duality has been a major theme for me at the start of 2025.” Tes Cohen
"Have a weekly meeting with yourself where you reflect on your wins, challenges and learnings.“ - Tes’s One Good Thing
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