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Accountability & On-Going Feedback

Holding staff members accountable is one of the hardest tasks that most leaders face. The reason this can be so challenging can be summed up in two words: Constructive Feedback! Listen to our discussion on how these two 'tough' leadership READ MORE
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Communicate with Confidence

Many of us may experience moments where our confidence lags and we might be less inclined to share our thoughts or points of view. Or as leaders, perhaps we see this in one or more of our team members. Listen READ MORE

Communicate with Skill

Communication sits at the heart of the way that we work together. And it doesn't really matter what level you are or what role you have... being able to effectively communicate is a key skill that we all need.READ MORE
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Leadership 101

As leaders, we often have a sense of what we're supposed to be doing, but helping to ensure that the people on our team are clear about that, and that we're all in alignment - that can be very tricky, READ MORE
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Emotional Intelligence: Social Engagement

Join us for our final conversation about Emotional Intelligence! This is where we bring it all together to focus on how our awareness of ourselves and others around us can make a huge difference in how successful our interactions actually READ MORE
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Emotional Intelligence: Social Awareness

Have you ever said 'good morning' to someone who did not return the greeting? What did you notice about your reaction? Did you make up a story about their response? Listen today as we share how this common occurrence really...READ MORE
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Emotional Intelligence Self Awareness

As we jump into our series on Emotional Intelligence, we start where a lot of self-development begins - AWARENESS! Listen to hear two similar, yet different questions that might help you increase your own awareness in powerful ways!READ MORE
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Emotional Intelligence Overview

Emotional Intelligence. You've probably heard this topic referenced many times, but have you ever stopped to really consider WHAT it is and WHY it matters? Join us as we kick-off a series on this important topic!READ MORE
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Trust Impacts Constructive Feedback

In our final installment on Constructive Feedback, we explore what kind of environment is needed for the feedback process. Hint: Trust. Connection. Listen as we share how building each of these really matters!READ MORE
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Receiving Constructive Feedback

Today we are sharing some specific ways to conduct the 'constructive feedback' conversation. We touch on everything from the nonverbal cues to the 'so what' of it all! Join us to learn more!READ MORE