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This template supports the "Gratitude House" exercise (Chapter 5, Never Search Alone). Delete the sample content before you start your own list.
While the author suggests starting this reflection screen-free with pen and paper, you can use this space to keep a digital copy of your notes.
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This is a record of people who’ve supported me in the past to practice gratitude and serve as a source for Listening Tour contacts.
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Dr. Evelyn Reed
- 2010-2012
- University Professor
- She really saw my analytical potential in her algorithms class and pushed me towards challenging projects. Her encouragement and recommendation were key to landing my first tech internship.
Sam Chen
- ~2021-2023
- Sr. Engineer, Innovate Solutions
- Sam was an amazing engineering partner. He respected my technical input and always helped bridge communication gaps with the rest of the engineering team. Made my job so much easier.
Maria Garcia
- ~2019-2020
- Director, TechForward Inc.
- My first PM manager. She gave me direct feedback on improving my communication in meetings and created safe spaces for me to practice presenting. Really helped build my confidence.
Ben Carter
- ~2021-2023
- Peer PM, Innovate Solutions
- It was great having another introvert PM to swap notes with. Ben was incredibly supportive, especially when the layoffs happened, sharing info and just checking in. Made a tough time less lonely.
David Miller