Bästa Servant Leaders podcaster (2025)

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090 | [Guest] What I wish leaders knew about working with neurodivergent people - Kadin McEwen 22:25

23d ago22:25

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My guest today is Kadin McEwan, a student, writer, and activist on a mission to help raise awareness about autism in society and part of that includes education. Kadin has an Autism diagnosis and has experienced the negative effects that gossip can have on neurodivergent people. In this episode we talk about Kadin's activism in this space and his e…

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093 | How to create your vision for the new year + the podcast’s vision for 2025 31:47

2d ago31:47

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As leaders, it’s not only imperative that you create a vision for yourself as a leader, but also to work with your team to create a vision for the year. In doing so, you have one holistic goal you are working towards and can reflect on this at the end of the year. In this episode, I’ll be sharing the steps you can take to create your leadership vis…

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Episode 78: Celebrating the Reason for the Season; How We Do Advent School 30:08

7d ago30:08

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Do you get to December and wish you had more time to really focus on meaningful activities related to Advent and Christmas? Are your kids instead studying for midterm exams and your family is missing the joy and peace that this season is all about? What if you could get out of the rat race and truly focus on celebrating the true reason for the seas…

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092 | End of year review - Questions to ask yourself at the end of every year 27:38

10d ago27:38

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If you haven't completed an end-of-year review yet, this is the perfect time! In this episode, I provide you with reflection questions to assist you with your end-of-year review. Individual Growth: Personal & Professional Development: What new skills did you acquire? What books did you read? Did you attend any conferences or workshops? What did you…

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Episode 77: 4 Strategies to Prevent Burnout 34:01

14d ago34:01

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In our last episode we talked about burn-out and how to know whether it’s time to pass the torch and step down or to buckle down and step up. This week we want to share some strategies to help you fill your cup so you can thrive as a leader. Leadership is all about serving and oftentimes we forget that not only are we serving our co-op but we are s…

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091 | Leadership lessons from the Christmas Story - What we can learn from Mary and Joseph 37:40

16d ago37:40

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Celebrating 10,000 downloads! Thank you to all the loyal listeners of the show; this month, we are celebrating 10,000 downloads. In this episode, we discuss the leadership lessons we can learn from Mary and Joseph. May you have a wonderful Christmas time with your family this week and may God's grace and love be with you and your family during this…

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Episode 76: On the Verge of Burnout? Do this! 28:43

20d ago28:43

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Are you feeling mentally and physically drained from leading your homeschool group? Are a few bad apples spoiling the bunch for the entire community? Wish you knew whether or not it was time to throw in the towel and close the doors for good? Ask the right questions and figure out feasible solutions to get your co-op excited and energized once agai…

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BONUS: Do you have 15 minutes to support the vision of this podcast for 2025? 2:17

26d ago2:17

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At the end of December, I'll be taking some much-needed time to pray over the podcast for 2025, and I need your input! If you have 15 minutes available to have a quick chat with me (I have prepared some super easy questions, so no need to prepare), I would really appreciate that! Simply email me at support@rikawhelan.com or you can DM me on Faceboo…

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Episode 75: Part 2 Help Students with Learning Differences Succeed in the Classroom 29:35

28d ago29:35

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Last week we discussed ways to set your co-op up for success when dealing with learning differences in the classroom. Today, we will be talking about what to do when those learning differences cause disruptions on co-op day and in the classroom. How can we create cultural practices and learn methods that help students succeed in the classroom? How …

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089 | Reviewing SOPs, policies and procedures. The process and common pitfalls! 35:16

1M ago35:16

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Why Review SOPs, Policies, and Procedures? Ensure relevance and effectiveness Identify outdated or unnecessary processes Enhance efficiency and productivity Reduce errors and inconsistencies Improve compliance and risk management The Review Process Form a Review Team: Identify key stakeholders Consider diverse perspectives Assign specific roles and…

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Episode 74: Help Students with Learning Differences Succeed in The Classroom 29:18

1M ago29:18

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Are you looking for wisdom on helping students with learning differences succeed in the classroom? Are you at a loss as to what policies you need or how to create a culture that supports students’ success? Do you wish you knew how to communicate all this to the parents and teachers? Join us for a two part discussion on how to plan for learning diff…

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BONUS: Quick Podcast update 2 December 2024 1:08

1M ago1:08

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Hi all There will be no regular episode this week as I focus on completing my Master of Business Administration. I am in the last stretch of finalising my research paper to hand in on 5 December 2024! Please pray that God will provide me with the energy I need to complete it, as well as wisdom and knowledge to do so. Thank you! Why don't you come a…

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Episode 73: Give Thanks for Community - Happy Thanksgiving 31:31

1M ago31:31

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In many of our episodes, we tackle how to handle challenges that come up in our homeschool communities. In honor of Thanksgiving Day, we wanted to continue in the tradition of a “thankfulness” episode. This is our 2nd annual! Are you overwhelmed with the planning that it takes to run your co-op? Are you feeling burdened with the conflict that has s…

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088 | 5 Leadership mistakes that push your team to burnout and how to avoid them 35:06

1M ago35:06

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As leaders, we can feel drained by our workload and the fires we have to fight daily. But have you ever considered how your actions might affect your team? Let's discuss 5 mistakes that leaders make that push their team to burnout 1. Overloading Workloads 2. Neglecting Work-Life Balance 3. Poor Communication 4. Micromanagement 5. Ignoring Employee …

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Episode 72: Season 2 Kick-Off! 28:55

2M ago28:55

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Are you a new listener that is looking for great information on leading your homeschool co-op? Are you motivated to build community, but need ideas, guidance, wisdom, and accountability? You don’t have to do it alone, you’ve come to the right place! We want to share what we have learned with you from our experiences of starting and running homescho…

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087 | Experiencing high staff turnover? Review these 5 things ASAP + 5 retention strategies! 41:20

2M ago41:20

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Is your organisation experiencing high staff turnover with no explanation? Or maybe you suspect you know why there is high staff turnover, but you’d like to be sure. Well, in this episode, I’m going to give you 5 things to review asap and give you some retention strategies to implement. Conducting Effective Exit Interviews: The Importance of Exit I…

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Episode 71: 4 Principles for a Solid Leadership Team 40:29

2M ago40:29

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Are you intimidated and overwhelmed with the planning that comes with starting a new co-op? Are you struggling with different visions within your leadership team? Are you looking for advice, support, and encouragement for building your board? We get lots of questions about roles on the board, how to make good decisions on the board, who should be d…

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086 | [Series] Conversations about gossip: Why is gossip so prevalent in the education sector? With Mike McQuillan 39:05

2M ago39:05

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“I never thought that the teachers would gossip more than the teenage students” Meet Mike McQuillan: Mike McQuillan moved from New York, USA to Lima, Peru to teach English as a foreign language. Mike describes the last institute where he taught as a golden palace built on top of a toxic swamp. The systems worked, and the people were great, but the …

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Episode 70: Talking About Conflict. Q&A with Trisha Kroll 35:53

2M ago35:53

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It seems we can never talk too much about how to handle conflict! In today’s episode, we wanted to review some of the nuggets that we heard from our friend Trisha Kroll last week as well as continue to glean from Trisha in the Q&A segment of our time with her. She talked to our listeners about a mindset shift that can help us approach conflict in a…

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085 | Don't Underestimate the Importance of a Good Onboarding Program for New Employees 24:05

2M ago24:05

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So, you’ve got a new employee, and you want to onboard them asap so that they can jump in and start working. But wait! Have you ever considered the importance of the onboarding program? In this episode, we'll discuss the mistakes leaders make when it comes to onboarding, the risks of not onboarding an employee well and the benefits of a good onboar…

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Episode 69: Understand Conflict by Understanding Your Brain with Trisha Kroll 32:25

2M ago32:25

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How do you approach conflict? Does just hearing the word “conflict” give you a sick feeling in your stomach? Does your heart race just thinking about it? Sweaty palms, anxiousness? Any of this sound familiar? These reactions come from messages in our brain. In this episode we have a special guest, Trisha Kroll, who will share with us about how God …

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084 | Leading a team for the first time? Start here! 32:06

2M ago32:06

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It’s one of the most exhilarating feelings to get your first leadership role. But at the same time, it’s absolutely petrifying! What scared me was, what if they don’t like me? What if I don’t get on well with them? What if they reject me? Over the years, I've learnt a couple of valuable things about being a new leader that I'd like to share with yo…

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Episode 68: What You Should Be Doing 5 Weeks into Your School Year 25:08

3M ago25:08

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So you’re up and running and solidly into your school year. Now what? What ways can you be proactively caring for your community? There are things you can be doing now to prevent unforeseen problems down the road. Listen in to what Hannah and Pam shared during our live Q&A in September and get a head start on creating that community you’ve always w…

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083 | How to Run Effective Team Meetings 21:15

3M ago21:15

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Have you ever been in a meeting and thought, “This should have been in an email!” Or, you’ve attended a meeting and had to participate in an icebreaker that completely embarrassed you? You’re not alone! In today’s episode, I’ll share with you some of the tips and tricks I’ve learnt over the years to run effective meetings, and I’d like to invite yo…

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Episode 67: To Recess or Not to Recess? Things to Consider 22:38

3M ago22:38

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Do you want to offer a time for the kids in your community to have a recess and get their zoomies out? Are you worried that in doing so you will be opening Pandora's Box of bad behavior or conflict between kids and parents? Join us in this episode as we answer this question from our Facebook live Q and A. Next Steps: Schedule a coaching call: https…

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Leadership: The Art of Public Speaking 47:33

3M ago47:33

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Whether you’re leading a team, inspiring a movement, or sharing your vision, public speaking is an essential tool for any leader. Join Dr. Lena and Danny Brassell as they unpack key techniques to improve your public speaking skills, overcome fear, and leverage effective communication to motivate others. Listen to the end of the podcast to take adva…

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082 | [Series] Conversations about Gossip - Overcoming Toxic Workplace Environments - Marie Gasper-Hulvat 31:03

3M ago31:03

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Welcome to another conversation about gossip! In today's episode, I have Dr Marie Gasper-Hulvat a History of Art professor, who has overcome workplace bullying and has experienced workplace gossiping. She shares with us how this has impacted her at work and how she used it for the good! Connect with Marie: Email: marie@soulstarattunement.com Websit…

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Episode 66: HSLDA Interview Part 2 - Where to Go When You Have a Tough Question 32:03

3M ago32:03

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Do you have a unique question and don’t know where to go to find the answer? Maybe you have a question about laws, record keeping, online classes, or just need advice and want to know what others are doing, but no one seems to have a similar situation to give you sound advice. Look no further, the HSLDA (Homeschool Legal Defense Association) has fr…

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Leadership begins with Accountability 30:57

3M ago30:57

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Join Dr. Lena and Robert J. Hunt as they discuss leadership accountability. Robert is a author and executive coach who recently wrote a book titled, "Nobody Cares: Until You Do." The conversation covers leadership accountability in both personal and professional aspects of life. Don't miss this engaging discussion. FREE BOOK OFFER - Listen to the p…

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081 | Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace as a Female Leader 22:44

3M ago22:44

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According to Mental Health America: “Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to manage both your own emotions and understand the emotions of people around you. There are five key elements to EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. People with high EI can identify how they are feeling, what those feelings mean…

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Episode 65: Interview with Darren Jones, HSLDA lawyer 33:28

3M ago33:28

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Are you worried about legal issues with your co-op or with your families? Do you need advice on documents, legal entities or other issues? Today’s interview with HSLDA lawyer, Darren Jones will be so encouraging for you! Listen in to find out all the ways that HSLDA can support your co-op and support you as leader! I’m sure you will hear something …

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Unmasking Addiction 24:35

3M ago24:35

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Is addiction affecting you or someone you love? Whether it's sugar, shopping, selfies, porn, drugs, or alcohol, addiction comes in many forms. Join Dr. Lena Holmes and renowned addiction expert Dr. Cali Estes as they delve into the roots of addictive behaviors. Learn how anyone can fall into the addiction trap—but also discover the hope and pathway…

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080 | Part 2: Maintaining a High-Performance Team 15:30

3M ago15:30

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In part 2 of the high-performance team series, I discuss with you how you can maintain your high-performance team. It is crucial that you build that team first; therefore, listen to episode 1 of this series (episode 79). Here are 5 ways that you can maintain your high-performance team. Listen to the episode to learn more about each one. Team Dynami…

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Episode 64: Insurance for Your Co-op 34:03

3M ago34:03

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On our last live Q&A in facebook Hannah led us in a conversation about insurance for your co-op. If it is feeling like an overwhelming mystery. Take a breath, relax. Help is on the way. Here is a recap along with some resources to get you started. theeventhelper.com (community day) https://www.eventsured.com (dance) https://ncginsurance.com/ NCG In…

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079 | Part 1: Building a High-Performance Team 17:54

4M ago17:54

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High-Performance Teams were quite the buzzword at some point in time. But what does it "actually" mean, and how can you ensure that your team is a high-performance team? In this 2-part series, I’ll be sharing with you how you can build a high-performance team and then, in part 2, how you can maintain that high-performance team. Building a high-perf…

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Episode 63: Field Trips 101 Be Prepared! 26:22

4M ago26:22

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Are you wondering what you should be prepared for when planning a field trip? Are there things you should think about in advance in order to make the whole process and trip a lot smoother? If you have never planned something on a larger scale, you may be feeling a little anxious about your first field trip. Today we hope to give you the confidence …

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078 | [Series] Conversations about Gossip - Learn to Lead with Greatness with Dr Jim Salvucci 36:33

4M ago36:33

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Grab a coffee and join me in this insightful conversation with Jim Salvucci regarding leadership, workplace culture and workplace gossip! Guest Bio: Dr. Jim Salvucci is an author, keynote speaker, coach, and consultant. He served higher education for 30 years as an English professor, dean, and vice president before founding Guidance for Greatness t…

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Episode 62: Learn Effective Communication Through Crucial Conversations - Book Review 43:43

4M ago43:43

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Have you ever been in a situation where you need to have a crucial conversation, but opinions are strong, stakes are high and emotions are rolling like Niagara falls? We try to handle conflict God’s way using Matthew 18, but how many times does it seem like our approach fails miserably and we either can’t solve the problem? We make it worse by hurt…

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077 | 5 Ways to Show Appreciation to Your Team + 1 Bonus Tip 29:32

4M ago29:32

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Showing appreciation to your team is an essential part of being a leader. Everyone on this planet wants to feel valued and as if their life has meaning. It starts with you as their line manager and boss. You can also show appreciation to your colleagues using the 5 suggestions listed in the episode. Get a notebook and pen handy, because this episod…

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Episode 61: Mindset of a Leader: 4 Characteristics that you Need 29:06

4M ago29:06

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Do you lack committed board members on your leadership team? Is your board lacking unity? Are you wondering why your board is not functioning smoothly? In today’s episode, we want to focus on the characteristics that are necessary to develop as a leader. These biblical principles are characteristics that God calls all Christians to, but especially …

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076 | The Podcast is 1 Year Old! Let's Celebrate! Enter the Draw to Win! 21:42

4M ago21:42

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Happy 1st birthday to the show! What do you give a show for its first birthday? A review, of course! Please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast! Then share your review on the Facebook group and stand a chance to win a coaching session with me. Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate…

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Episode 60: Problems in the Classroom? Try This 24:12

4M ago24:12

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Leaders - have you ever had the experience of hearing about problems in the classroom AFTER the school year is over? You might find out that your teachers are frustrated, your students are misbehaving, your parents are in the dark, and you were totally unaware until it was too late to do anything about it. That is a very frustrating moment. It real…

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075 | 8 Ways to Fix a Toxic Workplace Culture (& Answering a Listener Question) 27:14

5M ago27:14

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Today's episode is a follow-up from episode 73, where I discussed the 10 red flags indicating you have a toxic workplace culture. Listen, as I unpack the following roadmap for you to implement to fix a toxic workplace culture: Recognition Discussion Expectations Communication Accountability Role Modelling Promote a positive workplace culture Regula…

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Episode 59: To Register or Not to Register: What to do When Homeschool Families are Wishy-Washy 30:14

5M ago30:14

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It’s August, and it is time to close registration for your homeschool co-op, right? Or do you keep it open because you have families that are interested but have not yet made a decision? Do you allow more people to join at the last minute or even after classes have started? If you are not bursting at the seams, and you want to bolster your numbers,…

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074 | [Series] Conversations about Gossip: Uncorking the Truth about Alcohol in the Workplace with Sarah Rusbatch 34:53

5M ago34:53

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In this episode, we discuss how the use of alcohol, even just low-level use, can affect your behaviour at work and can be the cause of gossip in the workplace. Bio: Sarah Rusbatch Sarah is the author of the best-selling book “Beyond Booze, how to create a life you love Alcohol Free’, a multi-award-winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited G…

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Episode 58: 6 Fun Ice Breakers to Build Relationships in Your Community 20:56

5M ago20:56

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It's mid-August! Can you believe the summer is winding down and it's almost time for school to start and our co-ops to begin meeting again? That means it's time to be thinking about your first day of your community meeting together! The first couple weeks will set the tone for your community, so it is important to try to have a successful start. Yo…

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073 | 10 Signs that Your Workplace Culture is Toxic - Watch Out for These Red Flags 19:14

5M ago19:14

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Do you suspect that you might have a toxic workplace culture? Here are 10 red flags alerting you to your toxic workplace culture. Listen as I unpack each of these. Then in an upcoming episode, I will share strategies on how you can improve this and turn those red flags into green flags. Lack of Respect Poor Communication Unrealistic Workload Lack o…

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Episode 57: Five Questions to Ask to Get Ready for the New School Year! 32:43

5M ago32:43

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Are you waking up in the middle of the night in a panic with all the things you need to add to your to-do list to get ready for the first day of your co-op? Are you panicking because you don’t even have a list and you know you should, but you don’t even know where to start or what should be the priority? The clock is ticking and you want to be read…

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072 | One-on-One Meetings - Having Tough Conversations, How You Can Prepare, and What to Do when it Goes Pear-shaped 28:55

5M ago28:55

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Listen in as I share strategies for having successful 1:1 conversations/meetings with your team and why they are important. Do you have to have tough conversations? Yes, you absolutely do. As a leader, this is non-negotiable. Why should you have them? Accountability, Connection, Support, Performance management Annual Performance Reviews When should…

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Episode 56: Teacher Training Time! 4 E's to Make it Easy! 22:31

5M ago22:31

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Are your teachers overwhelmed and lacking confidence in their ability to teach at your co-op? Is your community struggling with inconsistencies among your teachers? Are your teachers burnt out due to spending massive amounts of time planning for their class(es)? In today’s episode, we are talking about teacher training- why it’s so important and ho…

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