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How to give self-efficacy boosting feedback
In this 90-minute virtual workshop recording, I introduce the natural learning process, self-efficacy, and present a reflection tool for planning and improving feedback that cultivates confidence in others.
TEDx Talk: How to become an inclusive leader
On October 25, 2021, I accomplished a life goal– to give a TEDx talk. The event was hosted by Wolcott College Prep in Chicago, and I couldn’t be happier with the result! It is 11 minutes, and you won’t regret learning “how to become an inclusive leader.”
De-Hibernate and Build Networks for Resiliency
As we slowly re-emerge from isolation, we may find our personal, professional, and community networks look and feel differently. However, relationships across a balanced network are essential for our resiliency. This post offers tips and strategies for assessing and improving our relational sources of resilience.
Cultivating Resilience
In this post, you will find a 60-minute recorded webinar, workshop handout, effective strategies for developing resilience, an exercise to help expand your support network, plus additional resources for cultivating resilience in yourself and others.
Leveling the Playing Field: An Introduction to Educational Equity
In this 80-minute recorded virtual workshop, we introduce educational equity — what it is, why we need it, and how we can reach it.
Inclusive Leadership: Conversation with Jina Etienne
Listen to a recording of a lively one-hour conversation on inclusive leadership between Meagan Pollock and Jina Etienne. Learn what inclusive leadership is and how to become an inclusive leader. Â
What is the difference between kindness and empathy?​
Kindness and empathy are different, and both are valuable practices. In this brief animation, we share the definitions of kindness and empathy, outline the four qualities of empathy, and describe why we must practice empathy.
Active Listening: Shifting from Kindness to Empathy
Active listening is a bridge that can help us shift from kindness to empathy. In this post, we share a recorded workshop that can help you learn how.Â
What’s better than the Golden Rule? The Platinum Rule!
Most of us learned the Golden Rule in kindergarten, and our teachers suggested using it as a plumb line for all types of human interactions. But what are the limitations of the Golden Rule, and is it still a practical guideline? In this post, we evaluate the Golden Rule and offer the Platinum Rule as a new benchmark for human-centered and inclusive practices.
How do we influence a student’s journey to their career?
In this post, we compare a student’s career journey to a business’ customer journey map and reflect on which part along the way we play.
