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Empowering Individual Self-Discovery, Nurturing Organizational Dynamics, Refining Quiet Leadership Practices, and Fostering Peer-to-Peer Journeys in Balanced Environments.
Meets thursdays at noon cT and asychronous on discord app
Welcome to HiveZen Peer-to-Peer Growth Hive
The HiveZen Peer-to-Peer Growth Hive is a Discord-based professional community inspired by Benjamin Franklin's historic Junto, established to promote mutual improvement and collaborative development among early- to mid-career professionals from higher education and trade sectors. This platform cultivates mentorship, collective support, and holistic advancement in a politics-free, non-judgmental environment, bridging diverse perspectives to enhance personal and professional resilience.
Founded by Dr. Chris Putnam, a business professor, business and leadership consultant with an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy, and lifelong entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience, the group draws upon interdisciplinary expertise in organizational leadership, epigenetic influences on child and adolescent development, and therapeutic models such as the NeuroAffective Relational Model, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Dr. Putnam's credentials include a PhD in Business Administration with a specialization in Organizational Leadership, an MBA, an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy, and certifications as a Fellow in Thanatology and Harvard Master Negotiator. His relationship-oriented approach, informed by a grief-and-loss lens, underscores the community's commitment to empathetic, calculated risk-taking and fostering confidence in participants.
In homage to Benjamin Franklin's Junto—a 1727 mutual improvement society of tradesmen and intellectuals that convened weekly for intellectual discourse and civic initiatives—the HiveZen Peer-to-Peer Growth Hive adapts this model for the modern professional landscape, emphasizing practical, inclusive exchanges that yield tangible growth.
To maintain a respectful and productive atmosphere, all members adhere to the following five rules:
- Inclusivity and Non-Judgmental Respect: Engage with openness and empathy, honoring diverse perspectives across genders, religions, backgrounds, and career stages; prohibit politics, discrimination, or divisive language.
- Constructive Participation: Prioritize constructive feedback, active listening, and collective support; share real-life insights and incorporate humor to enhance positivity.
- Mentorship Commitment: Promote reciprocal guidance, bridging higher education and trade viewpoints to enrich collaborative growth.
- Ethical Information Handling: Treat shared personal stories with discretion, integrity, and compassion, upholding a foundation of honesty.
- Engagement and Accountability: Participate regularly and respectfully in meetings and threads; moderators may issue warnings or remove members for violations to preserve group harmony.
Meets thursdays at noon cT and asychronous on discord app
HiveZen Peer-to-Peer Growth Hive Five Topics
In the HiveZen Peer-to-Peer Growth Hive, discussions are organized around five refined categories, each designed to facilitate practical, real-life applications and foster deep, collaborative insights. These topics rotate systematically during weekly live meetings and asynchronous threads, allowing members to explore intersections such as how educational trauma influences workplace leadership or how ethical considerations shape entrepreneurial risks. Below is an overview of each category, with examples to illustrate their relevance to professional and personal development.
- Morals and Ethics: This category examines foundational values in decision-making, addressing dilemmas in business practices, interpersonal relationships, and societal contributions. Discussions may include navigating ethical challenges in organizational leadership or applying moral frameworks to foster inclusive environments, promoting integrity and empathy among participants.
- Resilience and Mental Health: Focused on building emotional fortitude, this area explores strategies for managing grief, stress, and trauma, with an emphasis on epigenetic influences and therapeutic models like the NeuroAffective Relational Model and Internal Family Systems. Members discuss real-world scenarios, such as overcoming career setbacks or supporting mental well-being in high-pressure trades or academic roles.
- Business and Entrepreneurship: This topic delves into innovation, calculated risk-taking, and succession planning within a capitalist framework. Conversations cover entrepreneurial success and failure, organizational impacts of educational scars, and strategies for sustainable growth, drawing from diverse experiences in higher education and vocational fields to inspire actionable insights.
- Leadership and Critical Thinking: Emphasizing analytical skills and empathetic guidance, this category addresses decision-making, team motivation, and problem-solving in professional contexts. Participants analyze case studies on leadership empathy, critical evaluation of business ethics, and bridging generational perspectives, enhancing abilities to lead with confidence and clarity.
- Parenting and Personal Growth: This area integrates family dynamics with self-improvement, exploring child and adolescent development, parenting challenges amid career demands, and incorporating humor for balanced perspectives. Discussions highlight how personal growth influences professional resilience, offering mentorship on achieving high-quality living through relationship-oriented approaches.
These topics are adaptable based on member input, ensuring relevance to current professional landscapes. By engaging in these areas, participants gain tools for holistic advancement while contributing to a supportive community network. To join and participate, visit our Join Page.
The Inaugural Cohort
Ready to contribute to a supportive network? Apply to our inaugural cohort by completing the brief form below. We seek diverse professionals committed to growth and mentorship.