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Do you have fond childhood memories of summer camp? For a chance at $250,000, campers must compete in a series of summer camp-themed challenges to prove that they are unbeatable, unhateable, and unbreakable. Host Chris Burns is joined by the multi-talented comedian Dana Moon to recap the first five episodes of season one of Battle Camp . Plus, Quori-Tyler (aka QT) joins the podcast to dish on the camp gossip, team dynamics, and the Watson to her Sherlock Holmes. Leave us a voice message at www.speakpipe.com/WeHaveTheReceipts Text us at (929) 487-3621 DM Chris @FatCarrieBradshaw on Instagram Follow We Have The Receipts wherever you listen, so you never miss an episode. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.…

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Sustaining growth, deepening connections, and driving development.

This audiocast is designed for those ready to take action. It builds on the skills you learned in Chapman Foundation classes and inspires you to apply them. Each episode provides tools for listening, building trust, and intentional leadership. You'll hear alumni success stories and gain insights from CFCC facilitators. Every episode offers clear actions, direct challenges, and actionable takeaways to drive progress, with lessons that build upon one another. Prepare for lasting growth, impact, and results.

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001-Unleashing the Power of a Learner Mindset 22:04

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"Growth is contagious. When you choose to learn and adapt, you give others permission to do the same." Misty Janks, CEO of the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities, captures the transformative potential of adopting a learner mindset—both for ourselves and the environments we create. The world isn't standing still. At work, at home, and within ourselves, those who grow, adapt, and learn are typically the ones who thrive. But what does it really mean to have a "learner mindset"? As Misty explains, it's approaching challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeing failures not as setbacks but as stepping stones for progress. When paired with a culture that encourages and rewards growth, we create spaces where innovation flourishes. Discover how to unlock growth at every level—from personal development to organizational transformation. This conversation dives into five actionable tips for individuals to cultivate a growth mindset and five powerful strategies for leaders to create learning-rich environments. Tune in to explore how intentional growth fuels innovation, performance, and retention. As Misty puts it, "Organizations don't grow. The people inside of it do." Whether you're looking to transform your personal approach to challenges or create a workplace where growth thrives, remember that change starts with one intentional step. What action will you take today to model a learner mindset? Visit our website to explore how the Caring Workplace program can guide your organization in integrating a culture of learning into what you're already doing. Read the full blog: https://www.chapmancommunities.org/the-power-of-a-learner-mindset-and-a-culture-of-learning/ https://www.chapmancommunities.org/ https://www.chapmancommunities.org/partner/…

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Welcome Back! Retooled - Reimagined - Rejuvenated 3:04

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After a pause to retool and reimagine our purpose, we're thrilled to return and welcome you back to our newly renamed audiocast, "Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action." The overwhelming support during our hiatus—with listenership continuing to grow, has deeply humbled us and reinforced that our message resonates with leaders seeking meaningful change. Bob Chapman, chairman and founder of the Chapman Foundation, believes business can be the most powerful force for good when leaders develop the skills and courage to care. We're creating a space where Chapman Foundation alumni and partners can take the knowledge gained in our classrooms and convert it into intentional, meaningful action in their organizations and communities. Our purpose remains steadfast: helping you sustain growth, deepen connections, and drive development that truly matters in today's leadership landscape. What awaits you in upcoming episodes? Expect immediately applicable tools to sharpen your listening skills, build trust, and empower your leadership capabilities. You'll hear from fellow alumni who've successfully walked this path and gain insights from the facilitators who've guided classroom experiences for the past 15 years. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or have been with us from the beginning, we invite you to join this journey from knowledge to action. Get ready for episodes filled with challenges, practical steps, and yes—even fun. This is about growth. This is about results. This is about you. We're grateful to have you with us as we move Beyond the Class together. --- https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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104 - Caring Designations 33:45

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How do you build a Caring Community?Today, we have the privilege of being joined by Misty Janks, CEO of Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities, and Micki Gibbs, Senior Director of Caring Communities.Together, we embark on a journey of exploration, innovation, and transformation as we discuss our organization's exciting initiatives and goals.Join us as we uncover the key to creating Caring Workplaces and Caring Communities, paving the way for impactful change within our regions.Tune in, listen closely, and let's learn, grow, and lead together.https://connect.chapmancommunities.org/f/cfcc-caring-workplace-caring-community-interest-form…

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103 - Dissecting Top Secret F.B.I. Statements 35:11

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Can you actually enhance your relationships by utilizing the F.B.I.?In this episode of the Listen First Podcast, Kat Edmondson and I delve deep into the intricacies of handling anxiety and confrontation within personal relationships. Through this insightful discussion, we stress the significance of addressing these challenges constructively to foster healthier and more fulfilling connections. To do so, we revisit the Our Community Listens concept of utilizing the FBI formula to write prepared statements to turn confrontation into conversation. This innovative approach centered around crafting initial messages that clearly express our feelings, pinpoint specific behaviors, and resonate with the psychological needs of those receiving the message can foster deeper connections in your life.We explore the intricacies of effectively delivering the FBI message, including considerations like body language and timing. Additionally, we discuss utilizing the method to recognize and celebrate someone's positive actions in the workplace or at home.Join us on this enlightening journey as we share valuable insights, actionable strategies, and real-life examples to empower you to overcome relationship obstacles.…

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102 - Empathy in Action: A Story of Transformation Inside Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley 26:58

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Discover How Our Foundation is Working Alongside Multiple Organizations to Transform the Entire Colorado Valley—You Won't Believe the Impact! ----If this story of the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities and the Roaring Fork Valley sparks your interest, we invite you to connect with us for more information on how we can assist your team. Your journey towards a more empathetic and cohesive workplace begins here: https://connect.chapmancommunities.org/f/organization-interest ---What you will learn in this episode: •The significance of effective communication and continuous learning in fostering caring communities. •Personal insights and experiences with the program's impact on increasing empathy and understanding among individuals and teams. •Strategies for cultivating a culture of care and the broader benefits of applying these principles in various settings.---“Empathy in Action" dives deep into the heart of The Roaring Fork Valley, Colorado, where the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities is sparking a revolution. Witness firsthand how empathy, understanding, and continuous learning reshape workplaces and lives. This compelling narrative brings you stories of transformation, showcasing the power of caring and creating a legacy. Stay tuned to hear from CFCC's Community Relationship Specialist and Facilitator, Mary-Margaret Thomas. She is a resident of the Roaring Fork Valley and has been a facilitator for 10 years. Mary-Margaret discusses the valley's history of change from her perspective, the skills that have stood out over time, and her excitement about adding the Our Community Serves class to her facilitating tool belt.---0:00-15:10 - The Story of Transformation in the Roaring Fork Valley15:15 - Conversation begins w/Mary-Margaret Thomas…

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101 - ALL ABOARD!: Know your three ‘stops’ on Bothered Boulevard 19:24

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You will take away: • A reminder of the Three Moves from Our Community Listens • Practical application through shared experiences In a discussion rich with personal anecdotes and refreshers from Our Community Listens, Adam Salgat and Kat Edmondson, explore the nuanced dynamics of managing emotions in confrontations. They delve into individual experiences of frustration, anxiety, and passive-aggressiveness, highlighting the importance of the “Three Moves” to enhance communication and strengthen relationships. Their conversation sheds light on confronting issues with empathy and strategic techniques, including the FBI formula for effective communication.…

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100 - Podcast History & Reflection w/Next Level Non-Verbals in a World of Emojis - Part 2 31:12

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In our 100th episode of the Listen First Podcast, Leanne Van Beek joins me to reflect on the podcast's growth since 2018. We discuss how the podcast began supporting alumni, the human connections behind the data, and the power of real-life testimonials.Leanne also shares some surprising thoughts on the Chapman Foundation's evolution, and we both express gratitude to founders Bob and Cynthia Chapman. After our conversation, continue to Part 2 of the Skill Snippet—Next-level Nonverbals in a World with Emojis. As we continue to delve into the world of nonverbal communication, explore with us when to amplify or restrain your nonverbals, how to navigate face-to-face interactions with those that might have a flat effect, and glean practical tips on when and how often we should style flex.We would love to hear from you, our audience. Your support of the Chapman Foundation and the podcast makes us jubilant and provides us with the fuel to keep changing the world.Please download the CFCC Leads app. Under the menu, you’ll find a link called Share Your Story. Please fill out the form and let us know how the podcast, classes, or interactions with our team have impacted your life.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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099 - Next level Non-verbals in a World with Emojis - Part One 15:51

vor 1 year15:51

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In today's digital age, interpreting nonverbal communication can often be tricky. Many people, even in professional settings, often convey some non-verbal cues through emojis. We will not spend the following skill snippet discussing which emoji best fits calling in sick or bringing up your discomfort about a project timeline, because, despite their usefulness, they cannot entirely replace nonverbal communication. In this conversation with Leanne Van Beek, she discussed these challenges and provided concrete examples from her prior work as an HR professional. After a brief re-cap of the Mehrabian Communication Model, she lays out how to set up JPRs that show care and intention by considering the distribution method and timing. We also discuss how to use certain forms of technology to help us make sure our message isn’t lost when communicating quickly.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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098 - Mastering Emotional Awareness: An Expert's Guide to Navigating Stress 14:37

vor 1 year14:37

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Join Kat Edmondson, Content Leader for the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities, as she discusses her latest blog - Mastering Emotional Awareness: An Expert's Guide to Navigating Holiday Stress.Stay tuned for a teaser of the Self-Reflection Guide-12 Days of Positivity on-demand course after the conversation.BLOG: https://www.chapmancommunities.org/emotional-awareness/12 Days of Positivity PDF: https://chapmancommunities.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/12%20Days%20of%20Positivity%20for%20Web.pdf…

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097-Got Your Six: A Conversation w/National Guardsmen 37:12

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So what happens when two 20-year military service members join forces to lead with empathy? Tune in to find out.The phrase “military leadership” typically evokes images of commanders and noncommissioned officers leading heroic charges or generals directing armies. In reality, however, most leadership in the armed forces is far more gentle. In little ways, all day long, at all levels, commanders and subordinates communicate just like in any other workplace environment. As a beacon guiding a ship through turbulent waters, effective communication can steer our military forces. It fosters trust, builds team cohesion, and translates ideas into action. The courses provided by the Chapman Foundation are a set of tools that create tangible actions to help make human connections and create strong leaders. But remember, all new skills, like a muscle, need to be worked on to become stronger. And to get stronger faster, it helps to have an accountability buddy. Or, in today's case, a Chief Master Sergeant in the National Guard.A little over two years ago, Matt Robins, a colonel in the National Guard, stepped into Our Community Listens course not knowing what to expect but looking forward to the opportunity to grow. While in the class, he met Jody Nitz, and as you will learn in the coming conversation, the two men have supported each other ever since. Listen as Matt shares how excited he was to bring Jody on as his Chief Master Sergeant in the National Guard and how they have excelled in their communication skills over a short time because they are both pulling tools out of the same toolbox, all to serve better the people they lead.Colonel Matt Robins has served the military for 22 years and was always drawn to fighter pilots as a young boy. He says he enjoys being “the glue” between broad strategic goals and supporting tactical leaders who are striving to accomplish specific missions. After serving at the Pentagon, where he used airplanes to positively affect the battlefield, Colonel Robins now resides in Clinton Township Michigan. He has been married to his wife for 23 years. They have two kids, two cats, one dog, and five fish. In his spare time, he likes building furniture, painting model figures, going out on his sailboat, and pretending to be handy around the house.Chief Master Sergeant Jody Nitz is also in his 22nd year of service. He originally joined the National Guard as a way to pay for schooling to become a registered respiratory therapist but quickly became accustomed to the military way of life. He loved the camaraderie and shared goals as they mirrored the many sports teams he grew up for. Chief Master Sergeant Nitz is thankful for his military family and also the opportunity to see many parts of the world and be immersed in various cultures. He now resides in Bay City, Michigan, with his wife of 15 years, two children, and toy poodle. In his free time, he enjoys anything outdoors, including hunting and fishing. He loves passing those skills to his children. He also enjoys gathering with friends and chatting about life over drinks whenever possible.…

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096 - Listening to Learn: An Educator’s Template for Building Teacher & Student Trust 37:17

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Some would say that working in the education field takes a lot of smarts. To teach someone anything, you need first to understand it yourself, and then you have to break it down and go step by step to help build up their understanding of the subject. But what happens if your student doesn’t want to listen? Do you just keep repeating the information, hoping it will sink in? What if you stopped the lesson and chose to listen to the student about why they are struggling to hear you? Who is emotionally supporting the teachers?Our guest in today’s episode has been in the education field for over 20 years; he’s seen the statistics and believes in the significance of building a supportive culture for those he leads to begin improving those numbers and lives.His name is Jamie Bandstra. He is currently the Principal/Director of CTE & ASM Tech at the West Shore ESD based in Ludington, MI. Mr. Bandstra has over 21 years of education experience. He has been a classroom teacher, a principal, and the first Superintendent of a project-based learning charter school.His experience has taught him much about leadership, culture, and teamwork. Over the years, he has continued to sharpen those skills by engaging with the Chapman Foundation.Mr. Bandstra has a passion for building a healthy team culture to get the work done; in his case, that means connecting with students to help them excel in academics and grow as young adults.Listen as he describes his takeaways from all three of the Chapman Foundation foundational courses in our conversation. Notice how he uses the skills with students while on a canoe trip, leading some of them to share anecdotes about themselves that they “wouldn’t tell their therapist.” He defines how the essential Listens skills are aiding his team in building authentic trust and a common language to create a learning culture. And lastly, take heed of his deep connection with his family. Mr. Bandstra recalls a story of shopping for a Christmas gift for his wife that could have ended differently without his self-reflection skills kicking in.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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095 - Game-Changer in Blue: Insight on the Power of Listening Skills in Policing 40:20

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Conflict in the workplace: How do we define it, and why does it matter? CPP Global (the publisher of the Myers-Briggs Assessment) defines conflict as “any workplace disagreement that disrupts the flow of work.” This definition emphasizes that conflict reduces productivity. A worldwide study by CPP looking at workplace conflicts showed that 57% of the US respondents had NOT received training in how to manage workplace conflict, even though 95% of people who have received training as part of leadership development or formal external courses say that it helped them in some way. Policing is a profession that has many different types of workplace conflicts. While officers undergo de-escalation training, learning the Our Community Listens skills has led to many of them saying they wish to have this type of training at the start of their careers. That includes our guest, Sergeant Brian Brown, of the University of Colorado Police Department.As a teenager, Officer Brown was influenced by two tragic events: the Columbine School Shooting, which was close to where he grew up, and the disastrous events of 9/11. Witnessing those society-changing tragedies solidified our guest's passion for public safety. His choice to serve at the University of Colorado was no mistake, as he wants to affect young adults positively. Officer Brown has a devotion to making connections with others. He believes the skills he has learned in the OCL class can help make us a better society. Listen to how he applies them with his boss, the public, and his family of four kids.---0:00-3:05 - Conflict in the workplace3:15 - Conversation begins w/Sergeant Brian Brown29:30 - Skill Snippet on Powerful Questions…

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094 - Big Aspirations w/Erin Wojkiewicz 34:59

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What is emotional intelligence, and why is it vital in a leader? Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify and regulate one’s emotions and understand the emotions of others. A high EQ, emotional quotient, as it can be referred to, helps build relationships, reduce team stress, defuse conflict, and improve job satisfaction.Researchers Van Rooy & Viswesvaran conducted a meta-analysis of 69 studies in 2004. (Meta-analysis is like a buffet of different studies.) Drawing on a vast amount of data, they concluded that, compared with average performers, strong cognitive ability was 27% more prevalent in top performers. However, high EI was prevalent in DOUBLE that amount (53%).Ultimately, a high EI means having the potential to increase team productivity and staff retention. That’s why when it comes to recruiting management roles, employers look to hire and promote candidates with a high ‘EQ’ (emotional quotient) – rather than IQ (intelligence quotient).Our guest today is alumni Erin Wojkiewicz from Green Bay, WI. Erin is the Assistant Vice President in Learning and Development at Capital Credit Union. She has worked there for 14 years.Erin calls herself a lifelong learner and facilitator, so she was excited to take the Our Community Listens course in October 2022. She explained that the class changed her and that she thinks these concepts are great and can help people personally and professionally.Her passion for that belief inspired her to enter the facilitator training program for Our Community Listens. When the trainees came together this July in Midland, MI, I had the opportunity to sit down and discuss the impact the class has had on the team she leads. Listens as she discusses her hope to bring the class to the entire Capital Credit Union staff and the community of Green Bay. Key in on her the use of her own EI when she shares how she recognizes DISC profiles, when it is best to sit quiet, and how her team has been able to stay productive because they are beginning to better understand acceptance vs. agreement.---0:00-3:35 - Introduction to Emotional Intelligence3:45 - Conversation begins w/Erin Wojkiewicz23:55 - Skill Snippet on the link between feelings and needs…

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093 - Trust in the Workplace w/Christine Mahoney 33:57

vor 2 years33:57

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Welcome back to the Listen First Podcast!What happens when a journalist, trained to listen to people, takes a class on listening?According to A Great Place to Work, a critical factor in building a positive and productive workplace culture is having trust among the staff. But what builds trust in the workplace, and what does it mean for employees to experience? Trust can feel like a squishy word, even as it becomes increasingly recognized as an essential business asset. Telling them to trust you doesn’t work. You have to build a high-trust culture over time.A Great Place to Work states that this is done by focusing on components such as - credibility, respect, fairness, inclusion, and belonging. They say that we must listen to our co-workers as much as we share information or request tasks from them.For Christine Mahoney, a former journalist and college professor, building trust with her co-workers at the University of Colorado, Boulder, started quickly because, within her first few weeks on the job, she took the Our Community Listens course with fellow staff. The openness demonstrated in class built connection, and that has been beneficial in an environment that can be very fast-paced.Christine is the Public Information Officer/Spokesperson and is fulfilled when she talks about CU Boulder's fantastic men and women.As a journalist of 12 years and someone who naturally loves listening to people share their stories, you might think Mahoney didn’t have much to learn when stepping into the OCL class. But as she tells her account, you’ll notice a difference between listening for content and connection…----0:00-2:55 - Introduction about trust in the workplace3:00 - Conversation begins with Christine Mahoney23:55 - Skill Snippet on Reflective Response---https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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092 - Culture & Connection – Opportunities to Succeed 24:50

vor 2 years24:50

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In this episode, Adam J. Salgat and CFCC CEO Misty Janks sit down to discuss company culture and what businesses should keep in mind heading into 2023. They share some new statistics about who employees think is in charge of company culture, how culture has improved after the pandemic, and provide concrete examples of how to enhance connection.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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091 - Our Key Takeaways of 2022...Just For You! 27:46

vor 2 years27:46

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Just like your favorite sitcom, we’ve put together a compilation episode! Enjoy the key messages from our interviews this past year.Happy Holidays!https://www.chapmancommunities.org/

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090 - You don’t have to think the same to love someone - Acceptance vs. Agreement 35:20

vor 2 years35:20

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There are many holiday celebrations on the horizon. This is often joked about as a time of family turmoil. Let’s talk about what we can do when a relative starts expressing views that are different than your own. Listen in as Jules Maloney, Wisconsin Regional Director & Director of Virtual Programming, shares many examples of how to move past judgment and into acceptance, even when you don't agree with someone.…

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089 - Get your flex on and get work done! 15:38

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Have you ever had trouble getting a co-worker to buy in on a project? Does it seem as though they don’t grasp the importance?Sometimes when we explain things, we aren’t connecting with them because we aren’t saying how they ‘need’ to hear it.In this Skill Snippet, Shara Brice discusses DISC and explains how style-flexing can help this situation.…

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088 - Digesting DISC – Part 2 33:55

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Are you new alumni? Did you recently finish the Our Community Listens course and find yourself often checking back to your learning guide? Well, this podcast and its coming episodes are here for you as another form of learning! We’ll be reviewing subjects from class, providing more examples and reminders of how to apply the skills at work and at home. In this episode, Adam J. Salgat and Katie Trotter continue breaking down the behavior tendencies of S and C in their purest form. Take the next 30 minutes to learn how to better understand people in your life and how they may prefer to be communicated with. www.chapmancommunities.org/ connect.chapmancommunities.org/page/events…

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087 - Mom's Story: How I Connected With My Kids Early in the School Year (And You Can Too) 23:00

vor 3 years23:00

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In this episode, Adam Salgat discusses with Jill Wright of South Carolina how she tries to connect with her kids as the school year begins. Listen to her account of initially having difficulty understanding her son’s decision not to join a school club but eventually slowing down and hearing his real concerns. If Jill’s listening skills had not come to the surface, she might have missed out on something that meant a lot to their relationship.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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086 - Class is in session! Five tips to connect with your child at the start of the school year 24:53

vor 3 years24:53

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In this episode, Adam Salgat, Micki Gibbs, and Mike Desparrois set you up for success as your family goes through the transition of starting a new school year. Listen closely for five tips to bring you closer to your child as they head into a very stressful time of their life. 1. Use door openers2. Grace and space, don’t interrogate3. Let them lead the conversation4. Connection before direction5. Empathize, reflectively listen, and don’t problem solve…

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085 - When the Military Listens: A Researchers Pipeline to Leading Change 29:54

vor 3 years29:54

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In this episode, Adam Salgat visits Jenn Rudolph, a military member, who completed her Master's Research Thesis for her course in the Military Arts and Sciences about listening with empathy in the military. Specifically those that have completed the Our Community Listens course.What challenges did Rudolph face when implementing empathy in their communication practices? What were those indicators that prompted her to view how people in the military communicated? How did she confirm all of this? Tune in to discover how she made this impactful change and her quest to publish her research and findings.Rudolph has been in the military for 13 years and has attended the three-day Our Community Listens and the marriage course with her husband Jose Tovar. To learn more about their story, listen to episode 063 - Communicating with your partner and military deployment.…

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084 - Digesting DISC – Part 1 31:57

vor 3 years31:57

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Are you new alumni? Did you recently finish the Our Community Listens course and find yourself often checking back to your learning guide? Well, this podcast and its coming episode are here for you as another form of learning! We’ll be reviewing subjects from class, providing more examples and reminders of how to apply the skills at work and at home. In this episode, Adam J. Salgat and Katie Trotter take time to talk about the origins of the Extended DISC assessment and begin breaking down the behavior tendencies of D and I in their purest form. Take the next 30 minutes to learn how to better understand people in your life and how they may prefer to be communicated with. Keep an eye out for the upcoming podcast where we look at the S and C tendencies.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/https://connect.chapmancommunities.org/page/events…

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Welcome to the Alumni Family! ❤️ 1:35

vor 3 years1:35

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Our team is excited to welcome you to the alumni family and share how you can stay connected.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/

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083 - Parenting without creating dependency 35:05

vor 3 years35:05

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In this episode, Adam Salgat sits down with Gina Wilson, OCL Alumni, mother of two teens, and Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at Central Michigan University. Gina discusses using the OCL skills as a parent during the first days of the pandemic. She recalls trying to work with her daughter on her daily routines and how she realized she was instilling learned helplessness in her. This development led to a deeper relationship with her daughter. Moments she once regarded as routine are now rich with connection and purpose.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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082 - Vowing to stay connected 28:09

vor 3 years28:09

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“When we went into the course, we were like, ‘What else are we going to learn about each other and about ourselves?’...and it was a lot. So never think that you know enough about yourself or others because there's always more.” -Melanie PomervilleIn this episode, Adam J. Salgat sits down with Ryan and Melanie Pomerville, military members, to discuss how the OCL skills have impacted their marriage. They share how the two of them try to find ways to connect, even if it is as simple as walking to the mailbox together. They discuss how the DISC assessment has put some quantifiable data in front of them to confirm some behavior tendencies they already saw in each other.As parents of three kids, they discuss how using the five reflecting listening skills has helped them build better relationships with their kids. While at work, using F.B.I. (Feeling Behavior Impact) statements have helped Ryan open up doors he never thought imaginable.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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081 - OCL Skills Transforming Workplace Culture 51:23

vor 3 years51:23

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Listen in as host, Adam J. Salgat, talks with Bev Thiel, Executive Director of Kent County, MI Habitat for Humanity. Bev explains why she and her team have found great value in implementing the Our Community Listens skills. She discusses the use of the DISC assessment and how her team uses this knowledge to impact the community members they partner with and serve. Bev also discusses the impact the skills have had in her personal life, including creating a deeper relationship with her son through the power of listening. She explains why these skills are important to her as a female leader in her community and how they provide strength in confrontational situations. Listeners - In this conversation, DISC tendencies are mentioned without a deep explanation. The DISC assessment is a tool we use to identify behavioral and communication styles. Bev refers to herself as having a ‘D’ DISC profile. People with ‘D’ profiles tend to display characteristics of directness in their leadership and communication practices. If you would like a better understanding of the DISC assessment or simply a refresher, please check out this podcast - https://soundcloud.com/listenfirstpod/epi-038https://www.chapmancommunities.org/https://connect.chapmancommunities.org/page/events…

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080 - The Great Reshuffle...What is happening? 22:26

vor 3 years22:26

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In this episode, Adam J. Salgat and CFCC CEO Misty Janks sit down to discuss the Great Reshuffle and how the foundational course of Our Community Listens can set up leaders and organizations to handle the changing job market. They also discuss continuing learning opportunities for alumni and the excitement behind hosting community classes again.View learning opportunities - https://connect.chapmancommunities.org/eventsContact us at communications@chapmancommunities.orgArticles about the Great Reshuffle:https://chiefexecutive.net/its-the-great-reshuffle-not-the-great-resignation/https://www.shrm.org/executive/resources/people-strategy-journal/spring2022/pages/feature-talent-strategies-shapero.aspxhttps://www.cnbc.com/2022/02/01/roughly-47-million-people-quit-their-job-last-year.htmlhttps://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/toxic-culture-is-driving-the-great-resignation/https://staffmg.com/why_do_people_quit/https://bit.ly/3jJTZGU…

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079 - Vacationing with your partner - smooth sailing or rough waters? 24:45

vor 3 years24:45

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Vacations take a lot of planning, and for the most part, that work turns into fun and relaxation. But what happens when something goes wrong, and you and your partner stare at each other with accusations on the tips of your tongues?In this episode, Adam J. Salgat shares a personal story about his recent trip to the "happiest place on earth," and Katie Trotter joins the conversation to break down what the couple was going through in the emotional situation.Use this podcast as a reminder to stay calm this spring break when traveling as there might be times when your emotions are high and logic goes out the window.…

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078 - Giving tough feedback, giving praise & owning up 24:55

vor 3 years24:55

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If you just recently finished employee reviews and struggled to provide feedback, whether it was good or bad behavior, this podcast is for you! In this episode, Adam J. Salgat has on Jules Maloney to discuss using the Feeling, Behavior, and Impact skill through a leadership lens.Jules breaks down three specific areas we can use this skill, provides examples to bring it into real-life situations, and gives us tips on how to incorporate this skill into our work life consistently.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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077 - What if your child DOESN'T need you to save the day? 32:42

vor 3 years32:42

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Register for Virtual OCL - https://bit.ly/3JORWMZOnce you change your behavior and implement the OCL skills, how does that impact your connection with your children and can it help them grow?In this podcast, Adam J. Salgat talks with the mother-daughter team of Micki and Katie Gibbs. They explain how their relationship stayed strong because of Micki’s focus on reflective listening during Katie’s teen years. Listen close as they share how things could have been very different without the OCL skills.…

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076 - New Name, New Programs - Same Human Connection 18:07

vor 3 years18:07

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In this episode, Adam Salgat sits down with newly appointed CEO, Misty Janks, to cover the expansion of programs, including virtual classes happening at CFCC. They also discuss her excitement level moving into her new role and the heritage behind the official name change that took place about one year ago.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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075 - “You don’t appreciate me!” – How to make sure you never hear this. 21:42

vor 3 years21:42

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Learn more about the Foundations of Leadership course - https://bit.ly/3H84MVK---You may think you appreciate and recognize your partner, but is it in a way that your partner connects with?In this podcast, you will learn the impact of recognition and appreciation in a relationship, plus tools and skills to truly make your partner feel celebrated.Interested in learning more and interacting with our team directly on this subject? Register for the 'You Don't Appreciate Me!' If you have ever heard this statement, this training is for you." happening on February 23. Click here for the full details - https://bit.ly/3Iz6b7VAn article from The Gotman Institute -https://bit.ly/3rOb727…

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074 - Logic and Emotion: Helping Students Pull The Plug 41:19

vor 4 years41:19

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Joining Adam Salgat is Mike Desparrois and one of the newest team members, Micki Gibbs. The three of them discuss logic and emotion in the classroom. They talk about what it's like for students and teachers. Listen closely to find the little tidbits that will help you work with your student or your child.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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073 - Understanding Our Personal Needs to Lead Better 34:42

vor 4 years34:42

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In this episode, Jules Maloney of the Wisconsin Chapter joins me to discuss the 'needs onion'.This layered approach of understanding that every behavior expresses a need helps us become more self-aware and move past judgment.Jules and I take an in-depth look at our needs as a human, discuss real-life, real-time examples of identifying our needs and how to manage those feelings and physical changes they could bring on.Our discussion mainly focuses on going through the onion from the inside out - which helps lead us to better self-awareness. In the future, we will work the needs onion from the outside to the inside to help analyze and understand the behavior of others.Jules is also hosting a Zoom Learning Roundtable on needs on Wednesday, October 20th - 7:00-8:30pm EST.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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072 - How to handle being overwhelmed with a new school year starting 39:52

vor 4 years39:52

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In this episode, Adam Salgat and Mike Desparrois discuss the nervousness and the feelings we have about our kids heading into two new realms of education. They also talk about acceptance versus agreement and how that applies to working with teachers in this busy time of year. Listen closely as they give examples of what they're going through and how they feel overwhelmed by everything. Then think about the things that you do when you feel overwhelmed and how you deal with all of those emotions.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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071 - Using the skills as a parent 33:24

vor 4 years33:24

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Katie and Jonathan Trotter join Adam J. Salgat to discuss how we utilize our skills when working directly with our children and while co-parenting. Listen close as many real-life examples are shared.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/

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070 - Building a case 48:03

vor 4 years48:03

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For those of us that have already been through communication skills training, it doesn't take data to convince us of its worth. But as the CFCC approaches businesses, municipalities, and schools to encourage partnerships, backing up the 'feel good stories' with empirical evidence can only strengthen a case to implement the course.In this episode, Adam J. Salgat and Mike Desparrois discuss with Gina Wilson from Central Michigan University about the work being done to add this element to the quiver for the CFCC team.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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069 - Learn about Foundations of Leadership 40:28

vor 4 years40:28

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As Our Community Listens, transitions into the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities, this podcast will continue to be a tool to refresh the teachings of the communication skills course. It will also allow us to learn more about the people inside the organization and the businesses we partner with.In this discussion, Adam talks with facilitators Jonathan Trotter and Jules Maloney about the new training titled Foundations of Leadership.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/…

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067 - Evolving as a parent w/Misty Janks 39:38

vor 4 years39:38

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Our Community Listens in Partnerships - In the following conversation with Our Community Listens national team members, Leader of Education Initiatives-Mike Desparrois, and Senior Leader of Strategic Engagements, Misty Janks will discuss how OCL skills have impacted her life and how she has used them to support her family and raise her two daughters.Listen as she gives real-life examples of how the skills have improved her relationship with her older daughter and how they’ve moved her younger daughter to excel in sports.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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066 - Partnerships w/Shara Brice 45:45

vor 4 years45:45

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NEW PODCAST ALERT!Join Adam J. Salgat, Mike Desparrois and Shara Brice - Strategic Engagement Leader - as they discuss the four partnership divisions of Our Community Listens. Shara also recounts her 10 years with the organization.As you listen, think about how you could impact your company, community group, or circler of friends by instilling the communication skills training.Visit https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/ for more information.https://soundcloud.com/ourcommunitylistens/epi-066…

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065 - From the ballfields to the classroom, building relationships excels performance 50:57

vor 4 years50:57

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In this podcast, we will hear from Joe White and how he has built a successful teaching and coaching career in high school based on building and maintaining relationships with other educators and kids. Joe will discuss how he has taken the OCL course and how he uses the skills with the projects he is currently working on.https://www.whitey97consulting.com/https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Empathy & Leadership 4:34

vor 4 years4:34

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Skill Snippet - Empathy & Leadership by Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities

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Skill Snippet - Three Moves For Solving Any Problem 10:26

vor 4 years10:26

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Have you ever had a problem and were unsure of exactly what to do? You've created a series of scenarios in your mind only to remain unsure of the best approach. In this skill snippet I will unfold the three options you have when facing a problem.

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Skill Snippet - Educators & Change 6:37

vor 4 years6:37

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Change a word that Educators are learning to embrace more and more each day. Listen as Michelle Marshall, a Counselor walks us through the box. "How we process change" through the lens of an Educator!!!!"

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Skill Snippet - Acceptance vs. agreement with your child's choices 7:29

vor 4 years7:29

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All of us struggle with acceptance. Often our need to agree gets in the way of connecting. This can be especially true as our child or teen grows and we realize that they are not simply a smaller version of ourselves. It can be difficult to see that our child or teen has different values and beliefs than us. Take a few moments to listen to this short snippet How can we show our children acceptance when we disagree with their behavior or ideas? Listen in for specific strategies that you can use with children or teens and why acceptance is so important! After listening, think about these three questions. •What is a specific situation where I deeply disagree with my child or teen?•Are there mutual goals that we can both use as a starting point?•How can I show my child or teen that I can accept them even when I disagree or do not accept their behavior?…

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Skill Snippet - How to handle a young child's temper tantrums or blow ups 9:35

vor 4 years9:35

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Skill Snippet - How to handle a young child's temper tantrums or blow ups by Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities

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Skill Snippet - That Thing You Do...That Always Annoys Me 10:07

vor 4 years10:07

10:07

What Drives Our Behavior?

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Skill Snippet - That's Not How I'd Do It 10:07

vor 4 years10:07

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Two Tools To Better Understand Our Partner's Behavior

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064 -Delivering confrontation messages 38:33

vor 4 years38:33

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Join Adam J. Salgat as he discusses delivering a confrontation message with Julie Chapman.We tend to avoid confrontation, yet if we don’t choose to confront, will anything change? Examine the value of starting a conversation, exploring both perspectives, and asking the other person for change. Practice listening to understand, rather than listening to reply. Considering the other person's perspective, you may discover something new, which could change the outcome of the conflict.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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063 - Communicating with your partner and military deployment 36:14

vor 4 years36:14

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Join hosts Adam J. Salgat and Katie Trotter as they discuss communication with military couple, Jen Rudolph and Jose Tovar.

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Skill Snippet - Values - The core of who we are and how we are in relationships 5:06

vor 4 years5:06

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Do you know your own values? What happens when the core things important to us are different than those of our partner? Values are at play in everything we do, the decisions we make, the way we interact with others, the relationships we grow. We likely have different values than those around us, which is usually not a problem, yet when we are doing life in close relationships with others, having shared values and a shared understanding of each other’s values is key.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - What are you saying? Nonverbal communication 10:29

vor 4 years10:29

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We are constantly sending messages with nonverbal communication of facial expressions, body posture, gestures, and tone of voice. We might not realize the impact nonverbal has on the integrity of our message. The words we use will have greater influence and connect with our listener if we take the time to consider our nonverbal communication in our messaging.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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062 - Happy Holidays! 36:01

vor 4 years36:01

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Adam J. Salgat, Sarah Weisbarth, Mike Desparrois, and Executive Director Rebecca Buell sit down with some hot cocoa and reminisce about Christmases past.You’ll learn who can’t wait for Christmas music to start, what saffron bread is, how giving the perfect wing-tipped boot created a magical memory, and what it is like to celebrate the Christmas holiday in Australia!https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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061 - Connecting Despite Differences 36:25

vor 4 years36:25

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We all have a lens through which we see things, the world, and others. My perspective is different than yours and yours is different than others. How do we still value people and relationships when we see the differences, people behave in ways we cannot agree with, and we just do not know what to do when people react in ways we do not understand? Listen to Adam J. Salgat, Sarah Weisbarth, and Dr. Gina Wilson Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at Central Michigan University and facilitator for Our Community Listens.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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060 - Why should I care? The Impact of Impact 29:55

vor 4 years29:55

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Our behavior has an impact on ourselves and others, whether it is intended or not. Often, we are unaware of the impact of our behavior. We grow and change when we pause, address OUR OWN behavior and ensuing impact, AND share with others the impact of THEIR behavior. Impact matters. As we wrap up a series on effective confrontation, Impact is a key ingredient of our FBI statement used in recognition and when asking for change.Sarah Weisbarth tells us about the four categories of impact – time, money, fulfillment, energy. She and Adam J. Salgat talk about identifying the impact category that best fits the person you are going to confront. The power of recognition statements is discussed and the sweetness level of sweet potato casserole. :-) HAPPY THANKSGIVING!https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Move Beyond “Good’ Job" & Nice Effort” When Encouraging The Youth Around Us 6:39

vor 4 years6:39

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Kids want to hear what they are doing well. Giving them praise and recognition in a clear, meaningful format will improve their self-esteem and reinforce positive behaviors. Learn the formula for telling young people what they did well and why it mattered.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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Skill Snippet - Why does it matter? The impact of impact 10:04

vor 4 years10:04

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“Why does it matter?” Ever get this response from someone when you point out their behavior? Impact matters. Our impact on others AND our ability state the impact of their actions. Jill Wright helps us understand how to motivate others to change by providing meaningful impact statements. Part of a series related to Effective Confrontation, yet insightful information when we consider what motivates others.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Courage to be vulnerable 7:28

vor 4 years7:28

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Vulnerability, makes you shudder or shut down just thinking about the courage it takes to be vulnerable with yourself and others. Yet, if we want to grow closer in our relationships, be understood, and create the opportunity to understand others, we have to make the commitment to create a space where vulnerability is strengthening not terrifying. Do you have the courage?https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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059 - Your second child is different from your first 41:32

vor 4 years41:32

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In this episode Mike Desparrois, Teresa Vineyard, and Dr. Gary Morris from St. Edward University in Austin, TX discuss the relationship between the two institutes, how the university has helped students through these tough times, and the development of the Podcast Listening Group...think book club.Dr. Morris teaches physics, astronomy, meteorology & earth science. He held a Dept. of Energy Global Change Graduate Fellowship and a National Research Council Post-Doctoral Fellowship at NASA studying the ozone layer before becoming a research faculty member at UMBC. He began studying ozone pollution while a Weiss Instructor of Physics at Rice (2000 - 2004), where he started his weather balloon project, then taught at Valparaiso U. from 2004 - 2010 before becoming Associate Dean there. During 2008 and 2009 he was a Fulbright Scholar in Japan studying the influence of Chinese pollution before, during, and after the Olympics. Dr. Morris became Dean of Natural Sciences at SEU in July 2014.Plus, Adam thinks he sounds a little bit like Mr. Rogers. :-)https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/https://www.stedwards.edu/…

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058 - I cannot believe you did that! How behavior becomes judgement. 21:37

vor 5 years21:37

21:37

Our emotional reaction to the behaviors of others can either bring us closer or drive us further apart. Listen to learn more about where our personal perspective or viewpoint comes from and how it influences our behavior and effectively asking others to change their behavior.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Why are you acting that way? A look at behavior. 11:46

vor 5 years11:46

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What is behavior telling us about ourselves and others? Behaviors are observable actions tied to needs and values. When we place labels of judgment on someone's behaviors, we create disconnection. Learn how to focus on the behavior of others to improve relationships and ask for change.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Judging our Partner, and the Impact 5:43

vor 5 years5:43

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Judgment can cause a lot of hurt and distance with our partner. In this snippet, we explore why it's so easy to judge our partner, the impact it has on our relationship, and what we can do instead.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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057 - Character Education 46:14

vor 5 years46:14

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In this episode, Mike Desparrois and Teresa Vineyard, welcome in fellow educator, Dr. Emilie Johnson.Dr. Johnson is a Professor of Education at Lindenwood University in Missouri. She also has 13 years of experience in public school teaching, administration, and teacher training. Dr. Johnson was awarded the St. Charles County 40 Under 40 Award, St. Charles County Ring of Excellence in Teaching Award, and The Missouri Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching.In the Fall of 2017, Dr. Johnson became a School Consultant and Coach for CharacterPlus of St. Louis. Dr. Johnson is most proud of her title of “mom” to two incredible young women ages 21 and 18. She is also a dog mom to Piper, Prada, and Murphy who keep her on her toes when they are not warming her feet.Listen close to this robust and powerful conversation as the trio discusses character education, social and emotional learning, and the critical importance of the adult culture at a school.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Building your child's emotional intelligence 8:47

vor 5 years8:47

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Support the emotional intelligence of your children through processing the emotions that occur every day. Thinking through emotions with the process shared here with be helpful for you both.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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056 - Feelings 38:50

vor 5 years38:50

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Feelings. The grease for the world. Instead of avoiding them what would happen if we acknowledge the information they give us? Connect with something more as Jules Maloney - Our Community Listens facilitator from Milwaukee, WI - Sarah, and Adam explore the feelings within.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/JULES MALONEY BIOHow do you want to show up in life today? That is a question Jules Maloney tries to ask herself every day. The answer often includes being playful, mindful of words and just being nice. Jules is excited to be a new Facilitator in the OCL community, joining the fabulously skilled folks in the Wisconsin Chapter. Additionally, Jules is a Professional Development Trainer, Facilitator, and Strengths-Based Development coach. She is guided by the principles and practice of Nonviolent Communication from which she helps organize compassion-based family camps, runs Empathy Booths, teaches individuals and organizations tools for richer communication and adults how to slow down and enjoy the wonders of the moment with younger folks. She has an BA in International Studies, Economics and Peace Studies, a MA in Communication from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and helps guide the Wisconsin Empathy Guild. She lives in the Riverwest neighborhood of Milwaukee Wisconsin and cherishes time with her family.…

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Skill Snippet - Repairing with your partner 5:20

vor 5 years5:20

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In those moments when you wish you had handled things differently, learn how to repair with your partner in a way that can build trust and connection.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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055 - How the skills are impacting college students and staff 43:45

vor 5 years43:45

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Facilitators often hear alumni say, "I wish I had these skills earlier in life." To do that, the focus on getting the skills into the hands of educators has become important.At the college level, not only are more professors being equipped, but so are the students.In this episode, Adam J. Salgat and Mike Desparrois check in with Rob Martin, Dean of the Isaacson School of Communication, Arts & Media at Colorado Mountain College.They discuss how the students have become more self-aware after going through the class, how the skills have helped them communicate and meet the needs of the staff and students during the pandemic, and then Rob explains how the skills have made a major difference in the way he leads a classroom and how he connects with his family.ROB MARTINRob oversees diverse and vibrant programs that deal with communication at the intersection of Technology and the Arts. He's been in education since 1995 formally but has always been somewhat involved in training. Rob believes communication and the interactions between people are the foundation for all society and hopes to teach students to tell lasting stories that help to move the needle on social issues.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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054 - Should I confront? 31:15

vor 5 years31:15

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We want people to change. Yet examining our motive first is imperative. Should I confront? Listen in to hear perspectives, tips, stories, and experiences with confrontation. We have the ability to impact the outcome of the conversation. If we choose.Tune in as Adam J. Salgat and Leader of Curriculum Improvement & Development for Our Community Listens - Sarah Weisbarth discuss all the factors that go into confronting someone.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Confrontation: It is just a conversation 6:26

vor 5 years6:26

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Confrontation, it is just a conversation. Spend a moment thinking about how you perceive confrontation and how your perspective shapes your kid's approach to the value and need to confront effectively.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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Skill Snippet - Reflective Response: Expressing empathy to your partner 6:08

vor 5 years6:08

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Practicing reflective responses with your partner can feel a bit unnatural at first. In this skill snippet, we'll spend some time looking at how to give reflective responses and the impact they have on our relationship.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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053 - How to handle the upcoming school year 37:16

vor 5 years37:16

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The upcoming school year is going to be different. And that sentence my friends might be the understatement of the year!Join host Adam J. Salgat, Mike Desparrois of Our Community Listens and Kristy Houle from Educate.Today as they discuss how the skills can have a major impact on teachers and students.Kristy is a former public-school teacher, assistant principal, principal and is currently homeschooling her three children while she does educational consulting, speaking and works for Educate.Today as the Educational Outreach Coordinator and Podcast Host. Kristy is an alumni of CST and we are excited to hear how she has used the skills she has learned from a class for educators and in her homelife.Visit their website - https://educate.today/FULL BIOKristy Houle is a former teacher, assistant principal and principal who shares her experience and expertise as an educational consultant, speaker, and podcast host. She is highly passionate when it comes to advocating for learners, across all educational settings.Kristy now serves as the Educational Opportunities Director for the Educate. Today organization and the host of the Classroom Matters podcast. In her role with this non-for-profit organization, Kristy spends her time assisting in website development, planning quality programming for K-12 students, developing professional development and building partnerships with local school districts and community organizations. As the host of the Classroom Matters podcast, Kristydelves into current topics in education and interviews the nation’s most sought-after experts.Kristy has been in the education field for over 20 years and has done extensive work with superintendents and local universities in the field of quality classroom instruction and building relationships within the educational setting. Kristy holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Missouri State University, a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and an Educational Specialist Degree in Administration from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville.Kristy is a wife and mother of 3 wonderful boys and enjoys spending her time with friends and family traveling and experiencing life to its fullest.…

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052 - Life is full of choices 35:25

vor 5 years35:25

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Just when you think you have no control over what is happening in your life…….you realize that you do. You can choose. Choose your attitude, your behavior, and how they align with your values and meet your needs. AND when your choices are different from another’s…..you have a choice then too. Life is full of choices.Tune in as Adam J. Salgat and Leader of Curriculum Improvement & Development for Our Community Listens - Sarah Weisbarth discuss utilizing the power of choice in their lives.Adam reflects on how this power has helped shape him as an adult living with a degenerative muscle disease. He discusses the good and the bad as Sarah gives the framework to understand some of the situations he's been through.www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Teaching your child the 3 moves 8:24

vor 5 years8:24

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How can you help your child when they have a problem with the behavior of another person? Your child is experiencing some tough emotions. You as a parent can coach them through their choices of how to handle this difficult problem. https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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Skill Snippet - Agreement vs. Acceptance in a committed relationship 6:54

vor 5 years6:54

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Disagree with another’s opinion or behavior? Do you want to be in a relationship or be right? The difference between acceptance and agreement plays an important role in close relationships. Listen in for steps toward understanding the next time you find yourself disagreeing with your partner.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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051 - Skills being utilized in education 31:17

vor 5 years31:17

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What if we had the chance to model empathetic listening in our schools and teach youth how to handle complicated emotions better?Tune in as Adam J. Salgat, Leader of Curriculum Improvement & Development for Our Community Listens - Sarah Weisbarth, and Leader of Education Initiatives - Mike Desparrois discuss how getting these listening skills in the hands of teachers and administration will have a positive impact in shaping our youth to be empathetic listeners.Mike also shares stories of his early teaching career and how listening helped him reach students with difficult backgrounds.Episode recorded March 11, 2020.…

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Skill Snippet - Effective confrontation with your child 11:14

vor 5 years11:14

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Are you struggling with an action or behavior that your child or teen is exhibiting? Do you need to confront them about their actions? Take a moment to learn more about effective confrontation. These tips can help us approach our child about the behavior, improve connection with our child or teen, and promote healthy brain development in our child.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Accepting your child 7:16

vor 5 years7:16

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How can we show our children acceptance when we disagree with their behavior or ideas? Listen in for specific strategies that you can use with children or teens and why acceptance is so important!https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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Skill Snippet - Help your child become a problem solver 8:23

vor 5 years8:23

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Often as parents and guardians, we have great intentions when listening to our children or teens. Sometimes our best intentions drive us to act in a way that can be harmful to the listening process. We think we are doing good, when in fact we are not. Let's explore those common errors and how we can do things differently to increase connection and inspire our youth.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Using the 5 Reflective Listening Skills with your child 10:14

vor 5 years10:14

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Is your child drowning in emotion? You can help. Help your youth successfully swim through the pool of emotion through the Five Reflective Listening Skills. Through these skills and empathy, you can model tools to process emotions while promoting strong connections with your child.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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050 - Acceptance versus agreement 37:46

vor 5 years37:46

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Do I want to be right or be in a relationship? Acceptance versus agreement. If we can accept others and see their perspective we have the potential to solve problems together. What does it take?…listening and understanding. Tune in as Adam J. Salgat, Leader of Curriculum Improvement & Development for Our Community Listens, Sarah Weisbarth, and Big Brothers Big Sisters, Angel Moore discuss how these concepts come into play in our lives.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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049 - Want to help someone? Listen to them. 31:13

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In the world today, having the ability to listen to someone empathically is in high demand. Giving someone the floor to share their story and letting them share their truth while we listen with our whole hearts can be powerful and bring us together.However, certain actions consistently get in the way of allowing our ears to fully open and mouths calmly settled.In this podcast, Adam J. Salgat and Leader of Curriculum Improvement & Development for Our Community Listens, Sarah Weisbarth, discuss what gets in the way in their relationships, how they try to overcome it, and what improving ourselves first could mean for the community we live in and beyond.Four things to do in order to truly listen when others are seeking to be heard:• Stop saying “It’ll be ok.”• Stop asking questions to serve our own needs.• Stop giving advice.• Stop telling our own stories when they are just seeking to be heard.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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048 - Benefits of the skills with youth and in schools 37:22

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How have the communication skills made an impact with youth? Why is it important to listen with empathy, especially to our children? Join Adam J. Salgat and Sarah Weisbarth as they talk with two life long educators, Teresa Vineyard of St. Louis, Missouri, and Julie Zumach of Port Washington, Wisconsin about how these skills have made an impact in their careers and personal lives. Their stories and statistics reiterate the importance of listening and trying to understand the behavior of our kids.To read a little more about both of our guests, check out their bios below - Teresa Vineyard is a veteran public school educator. She worked within a large school district outside of St. Louis for 31 years. Teresa served many different roles during those 31 years. She was a 4th grade teacher, a middle school counselor, District Coordinator for Early Childhood Special Education, District Coordinator for Career and Technical Education, and a school psychologist. Following her retirement, she joined the team at the state level and worked for the Missouri Department of Education, specifically in the College and Career Readiness Department. Finally, she worked with teacher candidates at Lindenwood University and taught Educational Psychology, Psychology of the Exceptional Child, and Introduction to Teacher Education. Teresa took the three-day Communication Skills Training in 2016 and quickly realized how meaningful the concepts were to both education and at home. She most enjoys practicing empathy, reflective listening, and crafting effective confrontative messages.Julie Zumach is a teacher, facilitator, mentor, and leader. The majority of her career in education was spent teaching 5th graders in northern Wisconsin for 33 years. During this time, she earned her Master’s degree in education and national board certification, mentored aspiring National Board candidates, created staff development learning opportunities, participated in history consortiums, and was a leader in her small-town church. For the past three years, she has been the Chapter Leader of Our Community Listens - Wisconsin. Julie now enjoys the privilege of working with adults by facilitating communication skills training and inspiring them to become more reflective listeners. A life-long learner, Julie brings her passion for knowledge, as well as her love of working with people, to inspire growth and change to improve the fabric of society through better communication skills. Julie married her high school sweetheart, Todd, and they have been happily married 37 years. Together they raised two beautiful daughters who gave them wonderful sons-in-law. The newest addition to the family is the first grandchild, Anderson Jack, who just turned six-months-old. He is an absolute joy and the light of the family’s life!https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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001 - Rebecca Emerson - In Work, Community, and Home: The practice of empathetic communication 20:39

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Join Executive Director Rebecca Emerson as she checks in with Jacqueline and Greg Bunlanow of South Carolina. The group discusses what it is like to lead at home and in the community during this time of change.----Blog exert:I woke up last weekend with one of our OCL facilitators on my mind in the midst of this global healthcare crisis. Jacqueline Bulanow is a nurse, Cardiac Rehab Specialist, OCL facilitator, and community member near Charleston, South Carolina.Her husband, Gregory, serves as Fire Chief for the North Charleston Fire Department, and together they raise three daughters, ages 10-18. During National Nurse Appreciation Week, I had the honor of visiting with the couple. I expected to hear horror stories of the front lines and bring humanity to share with you as a reader. What I heard instead was stories of empathy and care....----To read the full blog visit: https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/blog/post/ocl/2020/05/18/in-work-community-and-home-the-practice-of-empathetic-communicationhttps://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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047 - Logic and emotion inside the home 37:57

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What is it like inside your house right now during these times of change? Have there been blowups over dirty clothes left on the bathroom floor? Absolute panic and outrage when a dirty spoon is left in the sink instead of being put in the dishwasher? Or maybe tears shed understanding how Chicken Little felt claiming the "sky is falling"?Logic and emotion go hand in hand. At times, when our emotion is elevated, it's like being on the teeter-totter with an older, bigger sibling who just sits on the ground making you panic that you'll fall off and break an arm. Eventually, that sibling - with some threats from your parents most likely - lets you back down and you start to feel safe again. There is now an equal balance between your logic and emotion. Join this conversation between Adam J. Salgat, Sarah Weisbarth, and Mike Desparrois as they share stories of logic and emotional struggles and successes inside their home. They also talk about self-awareness techniques to work through states of heightened emotions.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Listening While Parenting 9:20

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What is happening in our households during the crisis? Let's talk about the balance of logic and emotion in the brains or our children and how we can use listening to help them have balance.Presented by Mick Gibbshttps://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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Skill Snippet - Non-verbals 3:34

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When emotions are high, our words only make up 10% of the message we send! 90% comes from our tone and non-verbals. Listen in to hear more about how our non-verbals are impacting the people in our span of care. Being intentional, and setting achievable goals can help us make sure we are setting the message we intend. CHALLENGE: Have an intentional conversation with your teammate, partner, friend, and/or child. Focus on all four aspects of nonverbal communication - speaking tone/voice, gestures & movements, body posture/positioning, and facial expressions/eye contact. https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - The Three Moves 6:13

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Finding your self bugged? Listen in for a reminder about the 3 Moves we have when we have a problem and recommit to being DONE with the Way of the Bat!CHALLENGE: This week test out using this method when it comes to situations that might irritate you. Focus with a teammate, partner, friend, and/or child.PODCAST: https://soundcloud.com/ourcommunitylistens/epi010https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Parents with Kids Ages 0-3 6:55

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Do you have a child between the ages of 0-3 in your home? Listen in to hear about some normal reactions you and your partner may be having right now and how you can be connecting through these changes in your family.CHALLENGE: Test out your favorite OCL skill with your child. What went well? What might you change next time? PODCAST: https://soundcloud.com/ourcommunitylistens/epi-041BLOG: https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/blog/post/michigan/2018/09/20/what-is-empathy-and-can-i-get-better-at-ithttps://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Personal Recognition Message 5:45

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Listen in to learn how to send meaningful feedback to the people we value. Even during stressful times, letting people know they are seen and appreciated can go a long way in building a positive environment. Not only that but training ourselves to be actively looking for things to appreciate can help us to develop positive sentiment override for those in our span of care.CHALLENGE: Send a personal recognition message to your teammate, partner and/or child. How was it received? PODCAST: https://soundcloud.com/ourcommunitylistens/epi018BLOG: https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/blog/post/michigan/2018/09/20/gratitude-the-ocl-wayhttps://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Reflective Listening 4:31

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Listen in to learn about the 5 reflective listening skills and the role that empathy plays in our day to day conversations. During this difficult time, listening is still the most helpful thing that we can do for those in our span of care. Build trust and rapport in your relationships by practicing these steps.CHALLENGE: Practice listening to connect each day this week. Focus with a teammate, partner, friend and/or child.PODCAST: https://soundcloud.com/ourcommunitylistens/epi006BLOG: https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/blog/post/michigan/2018/09/20/the-art-of-listeninghttps://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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Skill Snippet - Empathy 5:47

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Listen in to hear us talk about what empathy is and how we can use it throughout the day. Hear some concrete examples of empathetic responses for kids and spouses - especially during this challenging time.CHALLENGE: This week try to see it as the other person sees it and feel it how they feel it. Try it with your partner, your child, and/or your teammate. PODCAST: https://soundcloud.com/ourcommunitylistens/epi003BLOG: https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/blog/post/michigan/2018/06/07/empathy-for-people-who-suckhttps://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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046 - Handling Change 36:11

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Friends, change is difficult and we are living through a lot of them right now. Many of which are out of our control.Host Adam J. Salgat and Leader of Curriculum Improvement & Development for Our Community Listens, Sarah Weisbarth, discuss living in an ever-changing world and acknowledge how different DISC profiles may react when faced with significant change. The conversation shifts into the logic and emotion bubbles and tips on handling stress. They talk about taking time to "practice the pause" and how it can be a game-changer.Also, be on the lookout for our Mini Refresher Series, releasing on this channel next week. These five-to-eight-minute pieces are dedicated to keeping our listening skills sharp!…

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045 - DISC Tendencies On Fire! 35:59

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Host Adam J. Salgat and Leader of Curriculum Improvement & Development for Our Community Listens, Sarah Weisbarth, have an open discussion about DISC tendencies in this extraordinary time. Each share how their profiles have manifested in good and bad ways. The conversation continues around the benefits of being self-aware and in the end, encourage everyone to take a pause and reflect.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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044 - Reflecting, connecting and future 31:08

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In times of stress, crisis, when people are having a problem, what does it mean to ‘be there for someone’?Host, Adam J. Salgat, and Leader Curriculum Improvement and Development, Sarah Weisbarth reflect on the past few weeks. The two of them take the time to listen, connect and acknowledge their worries.They also discuss how the skills have helped them stay out of judgment and let others experience their truth and reality when it is different than theirs.By the end of the podcast, Sarah discusses content for future episodes and opportunities for alumni to connect with others.This podcast was recorded on March 31, 2020https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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043 - Staying connected 30:58

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We are living in extraordinary times. Events and guidelines for how to live our lives in the midst of a public health crisis are changing rapidly. By following CDC guidelines for social distancing, we can help reduce the speed of the outbreak, but in doing so we may feel a greater sense of disconnectedness.Our Community Listens wants to offer that it is possible to practice physical distancing yet remain socially connected to those who matter to us. It just may take a different form than we are used to.Join host Adam J. Salgat as he speaks with Executive Director, Rebecca Buell Emerson and Leader Curriculum Improvement and Development, Sarah Weisbarth. The three of them discuss how the organization is putting online courses into action, increasing their website content and explain the #CareandConnectionChallenge.They also take the time to check in with each other and share their feelings on this period of isolation. This podcast was recorded on March 17, 2020.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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042 - Our response in tough times 10:09

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Executive Director, Rebecca Buell Emerson, joins the podcast to update the OCL community as we all adapt to the changes taking place because of the COVID-19 virus.She discusses the proactive steps of postponing in-person classes, how the team is increasing connection through virtual and social platforms, and explains the Care and Connection Challenge.In these uncertain times, it is the goal of Our Community Listens to provide skills to help everyone listen with empathy, to promote care and connection and remind everyone – everybody matters.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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041 - Getting to know The Trotters 19:04

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In this podcast, Adam J. Salgat sits down with Katie and Jonathan Trotter, facilitators in Michigan who have started a communication skills training focused around helping marriages. We will learn about how the two of them met, what they admire about each other and how they have personally used the Our Community Listens skills in their marriage.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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040 - Communication skills focused around marriage 21:02

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In this podcast, Adam J. Salgat sits down with Katie and Jonathan Trotter, facilitators in Michigan who have started a communication skills training focused around helping marriages. We learn how this class came to be, what makes it different from the traditional CST training and hear success stories of those who have taken the course. Katie also gives a couple of quick tips on how to improve communication with your spouse.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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039 - Utilizing DISC in everyday life 22:47

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In this episode, Adam J. Salgat continues his conversation with Shirley Tipton - Our Community Listens facilitator, trainer and Extended DISC trainer.Shirley shares specific stories and examples of how knowing the DISC tendencies can greatly improve communication between spouses, friends, and co-workers. For more podcast and information visit – https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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038 - DISC Deep Dive 34:46

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On the first podcast of 2020, Adam J. Salgat sits down with Shirley Tipton - Our Community Listens facilitator, trainer and Extended DISC trainer.Shirley breaks down what Extended DISC is, how it gets its results and why Our Community Listen utilizes it in their communication course.She also gives listeners concrete examples of each DISC behavioral profile by relating them to well-known figures in our culture. The two discuss what behavior style makes the best leader – you might be surprised by her answer – and also whether or not you could get different results at different points in your life.For more podcast and information visit – https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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037 - Year end review 25:11

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Adam Salgat and Sarah Weisbarth reflect on the last year of the Our Community Listens podcast.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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036 - Handling organizational change as a leader 34:23

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Adam J. Salgat and Sarah Weisbarth sit down with President of SPACE, INC., Kathie Fuce-Hobohm to discuss how to handle change with grace.Kathie explains how she is working with Our Community Listens to navigate some significant organizational change. She highlights how the skills have taught her to style flex and improved her feedback methods as a leader.In Kathie's key takeaways, listen closely as she reiterates why this isn't a one-and-done course for her and the staff.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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035 - The significance of a continued learning partner 37:36

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Jannette Whitcome and Stacy Keating are employees for the City of Aspen in Colorado. In this podcast, they join Adam J. Salgat to talk about how the two of them became a dynamic duo the likes of Batman & Robin, but instead of fighting crime, they fought something each and every alumnus can relate to - losing focus and forgetting the skills that had such an impact on them in the 3-day training. Jannette and Stacey banded to together to continually practice the skills with each other and on each other. They became each other’s learning partner.As you listen, you'll hear how this relationship has gone beyond a learning partnership. You'll notice how these skills have brought the friends closer together and made a significant impact on their lives outside of work.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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034 - How to handle changes... 32:03

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In this episode of the podcast Adam Salgat and Sarah Weisbarth discuss 'change'. Adam shares his personal story of dealing with a genetic degenerative muscle disease and Sarah walks through the process of change. https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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033 - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 44:13

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In this episode, Sarah Weisbarth, Leader of Alumni Engagement, has a conversation with two powerful, inspiring and leading women who have had a wide range of life experiences working in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion movement.The first guest you will hear from is Latisha Cunningham.Latisha was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She came from humble beginnings and was very interested in culture and people from a young age. Graduating from Eastern Michigan University with a BBA and a Master’s degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development, Latisha started at the institution as a Human Resources-Affirmative Action Analyst while pursuing her graduate degree. This is where her interest in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion was fueled. She went on to take roles in Civil Rights divisions, looking at laws and policies and in 2017, Latisha established Leadership and Diversity Consulting, an undertaking that is very close to her heart.She currently serves clients in the U.S. and Canada while feeding her passion for cultural immersion, by frequently traveling globally.The second guest you will hear from is Anita Sanchez.Dr. Sanchez is a brilliant international leadership, team, and organizational development consultant, trainer, speaker, and coach. For thirty-five years, she has provided services to executives and their teams in dozens of Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations. Anita’s passion is bridging indigenous wisdom and the latest in science to inspire and equip women and men to live their higher purpose in service and joy.Of Mexican American and Aztec heritage, Anita resides in the mountains outside Boulder, Colorado, with her husband and youngest son. Join Sarah and our guests as they discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion, how the Our Community Listens training enhances their education and experiences, and how to approach situations with authenticity and self-awareness.Please note diversity, equity and inclusion is occasionally referred to as D, E and I.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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032 - Parenting 34:00

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Mary Margaret Thomas, an alumnus, and facilitator from Aspen, Colorado, joins the podcast to discuss parenting. She shares with us how the Our Community Listens skills have had an impact over the past six years and how it has directly helped her engage with her son.This podcast has many great reminders about creating focused and intentional behaviors. Keep your ears open!…

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031 - Leadership...what is it and do you have it? 37:57

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Marsha Burns - Our Community Listens Director of Curriculum Quality and Content Development - has over 30 years of experience teaching and servicing Fortune 500 companies in building and delivering leadership training.Through the first 26-minutes of this podcast, Adam J. Salgat, Sarah Weisbarth and Marsha discuss how her passion for people led her to Barry Wehmiller and eventually Our Community Listens. They go into detail about the concept that "everyone is a leader" and what that looks like at work and home.Marsha also shares stories of leaders who inspired her and how she sees a correlation between listening and leadership. And lastly, they explore what is the meaning behind truly human leadership and why she believes listening is the number one skill.In the last 10-minutes of the podcast, learn about Marsha's life outside of work, including her love for her quiet pets, Halloween and two grandchildren.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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030 - Life changing skills - A conversation with a St. Louis alumni 29:44

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In this episode, we are going to hear a conversation between Lead of Alumni Enrichment, Sarah Weisbarth, and alumni Michelle Marshall. Michelle is a Professional Counselor at Missouri Baptist Children’s Home in St. Louis, MO. She’s been in the social service field for 22 years.As part of her profession, she often listens to solve. But the class has changed that.In the following conversation hear how she has implemented the skills into her professional life but also how it has had a profound effect on her personal life through times of confrontation and loss. These changes will ripple through generations.Listen closely as they discuss the difference between accepting and embracing and Michelle explains how this new communication skill set has inspired her to become a facilitator for Our Community Listens.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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029 - Don't pop the bubble! Logic and emotion review 25:59

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Have you ever been so upset or even so excited that you did something completely foolish or destructive? Like punched a wall, tried something dangerous because of the adrenaline rush or said something hurtful out of frustration?In this conversation, Adam J. Salgat sits down with Sarah Weisbarth to discuss the logic and emotion bubbles from class and how one directly affects the other.Sarah shares a personal story about an outburst on a golf course while with family and that it had nothing to do with how she was striking the ball that day.Lastly, we discuss why the absolute best thing someone can do for another person when their stress is high and their logic is compressed is to just LISTEN.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/…

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028 - How to navigate difficult conversations 31:46

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Adam Salgat sits down with Misty Janks and Sarah Weisbarth to discuss how to handle difficult conversations.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/

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027 - Meet the Texas firecracker! 39:18

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Adam J. Salgat sits down with lifelong educator and Texas firecracker, Cynthia Bayuk-Bishop to discuss her partnership with Our Community Listens. Together they are bringing the principles of the Our Community Listens curriculum to students in 8th-12th grade.As the conversation continues, charming Cynthia shares her passion for youth, meeting people, sports, and food.So take the time to learn how Our Community Listens and Cynthia Bayuk-Bishop work to create a better world by changing youth.…

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026 - Listening is Close to Loving 15:16

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When your business card states you work for a 'listening' organization, you better do just that. But what happens when you put on earmuffs and dive deep into interrogation mode as a parent? What happens when your kids call you out on it? What can you choose to do? Tune in as host Adam J. Salgat talks with Our Community Listens Executive Director Rebecca Emerson about her blog titled 'Listening is Close to Loving' where she explores her relationship with her sons, how they keep her accountable and how she reacts when they do.READ THE FULL BLOG: https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/blog/post/ocl/2019/04/23/listening-is-close-to-loving…

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025 - Empathy is Empowering 21:27

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Host Adam J. Salgat talks with Our Community Listens Facilitator Sarah Weisbarth as she opens up about what prevents her from being empathetic at times. She discusses her triggers and how she overcomes them.The two of them also discuss the benefits of being an empathetic person and how to start changing our mindset on how empathy is a part of your life.…

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024 - Creating a safe space for feedback 30:12

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Host Adam J. Salgat talks with Our Community Listens Facilitator Sarah Weisbarth about how to create a safe space with employees, friends, and family to give and receive feedback.

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023 - Significant behavior change and staying connected 15:11

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Listen in and be encouraged as Adam talks with facilitator Sarah Weisbarth about significant behavior change. There are resources available to you as you adjust and consider what you can do differently to improve.

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022 - Can you hear me now? 26:00

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Adam and Sarah work their way through the communication cycle. www.ourcommunitylistens.org

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021 - The Onion Slide 17:14

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Sharon Clement, Our Community Listens facilitator joins the podcast to tell us about the 'onion slide'. She takes us through the different layers that make up our personality and provides many different suggestions to expand our choices on how to change our behavior.www.ourcommunitylistens.org

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020 - Getting to know you 38:02

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National team members Executive Director, Rebecca Emerson and Strategic Initiatives Leader, Dustin Brown sit down with Adam J. Salgat for an informative look into their lives. We learn how they came to work with Our Community Listens, the impact it has had on them and what we can expect from the organization moving forward. We also spend some time discussing dream vacations, favorite fishing spots and which kind of jelly goes best on a PB&J. ;-)You won't want to miss this chance to learn more about these two dedicated and driven people.www.ourcommunitylistens.org…

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019 - Cheerful Communication 22:55

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An alumni listener recently asked for reminders and inspiration on attentive behavior, how to listen without judgment and how not be the 'one-upper storyteller'. We are happy to talk about the topics our alumni need support with. Thank you for sending in an ask for an episode on being a Cheerful Communicator.…

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018 - The attitude of gratitude 29:05

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At the heart of our ability to provide meaningful recognition is the practice and attitude of gratitude. If we are going to be able to incorporate the Our Community Listens vision into our lives and relationships, understanding the value and intent of gratitude is going to be instrumental. Gratitude goes beyond a 'thank you' and we are grateful to you are listeners for tuning in.…

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017 - Chief Chat 44:49

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Dedicating yourself to the emergency services field can be a strenuous, daunting and exceptionally difficult commitment. Working 24-hour shifts and stepping into life-threatening situations daily takes its toll.So how are emergency services leaders and staff incorporating the principles of Our Community Listens into their lives? How is it improving departmental and community connections? How is it affecting the mental health of the staff? To find out, Sarah Weisbarth sat down with Fire Chief Greg Bulanow of the North Charleston Fire Department in coastal South Carolina and Police Chief Cliff Block of the Midland Police Department in Michigan.These two men have brought the Our Community Listens movement into their departments and are excited to share the results.…

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016 - How to receive feedback 29:55

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The key to giving helpful feedback is to first be able to receive feedback. What?! Sharon Clement Our Community Listens Facilitator, coaches us through how to receive first and then give meaningful feedback. If we want the feedback we give to others to be meaningful and inspire growth and change then we first have to be able to receive and apply feedback ourselves.…

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015 - Can you hear me now? - Making connections 25:06

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Why is any of this important? Stretching beyond ourselves to connect with others can be work. Sharon Clement provides inspiration and stories that will help us value setting our own issues aside to grow in our relationships with others.

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014 - DISCo dancing with Leanne VanBeek 19:51

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Adam Salgat sits down with Michigan Chapter Leader, Leanne VanBeek, for a refresher of the DISC assessment and the behavioral tendencies of each category.They discuss how people lean towards the negative once they learn their tendencies and how to flip the lens to find the positive side. They also break down how to approach and connect with each style.Visit our new website - www.ourcommunitylistens.org…

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013 - Why you should invest in your team! 26:00

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Maggie Gerardi understands the impact of investing in her team. Executive Directors, team leaders, Superintendents, small business owners, this podcast is for you. Director of Whitcomb Terrace Assisted Living in Aspen Colorado, Maggie took CST and was so inspired that she invited her team of 12 to apply, and then supported them as they worked together to cover each other’s shifts so that each person could attend the 3-day class.Shara Brice, OCL - Colorado Chapter Leader goes on to say, "The Whitcomb Terrace team use their CST skills to ensure that each resident knows that they matter, as they extend the gift of listening to all those entrusted to their care. The staff also practice truly human leadership with each other, to ensure that they communicate well. Whether she’s at work, or at the soccer fields, cheering on her sons, Maggie is the message and is a valued, inspirational leader in our community.”…

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012 - Announcements about the podcast and OCL website 2:44

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Adam has some big announcements for the OCL podcast and website. #thefutureisbright

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011 - I have to accept that?! 20:00

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Acceptance, is it possible? You have the choice and the skills to navigate through acceptance. Listen to Leanne VanBeek OCL Michigan Chapter Leader as she talks through what skills to use in the difficult space of acceptance.https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/course-calendars

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010 - The power of choice 12:44

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You always have a choice - Listen as Misty Janks, OCL professor and Impact Director discusses personal power, OCL and choice in life, parenting and work. In any situation you have a choice to move toward acceptance, adjustment, or ask for change. What will your move be?

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009 - Ok, you learned it but how are you using it? 20:58

vor 7 years20:58

20:58

The experience of the OCL class is profound for many of our alumni. Amy Phoenix, Alumni and Intern shares how the class impacted her personally and with her family and parenting approach. We all have the power to change......how do we want to use that power?

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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008 - The 5 reflective listening skills 25:11

vor 7 years25:11

25:11

Reflective listening is easy to do if you sincerely care about others. Stopping what you are doing, focusing in and really listening to others matters. Being able to respond reflectively with a fact and feeling helps others know that you are both listening and that you care. Listen in as we review reflective listening and try to make the reflective response a little easier.…

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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007 - Dissecting effective confrontation message examples 22:07

vor 7 years22:07

22:07

Crafting your confrontation message is key to delivering your message effectively and getting your needs met. We go through real life examples to further understand FBI. Feeling, Behavior, Impact.

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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006 - Reflective Listening: Listening because you care 15:44

vor 7 years15:44

15:44

Showing care to others can be as simple as listening. But is it really that simple? Join us as we explore the value of listening. What can we adjust to help others by listening? You might be surprised!

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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005 - Confrontation: A guideline to tough conversations 12:28

vor 7 years12:28

12:28

Why do we ask for change?When we ask people to change we actually need their help. Kind of a different way to look at it. Listen in as we talk about how it is crucial that we have conversations. Conversations can be hard but important if we want to strengthen relationships.

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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001 - Welcome to the OCL Podcast 3:24

vor 7 years3:24

3:24

Our Community Listens.....a national non-profit with a chapter in Michigan.Our podcast will talk about the skills shared in the three day class described as 'life changing'. Learn more at:https://www.facebook.com/OCLMichigan/https://www.ourcommunitylistens.org/homeWe promote world caring through communication skills designed to help understanding and effective confrontations. We believe everyone is a leader and sharing a message with those in their span of care. What message are you sending?Our Community LISTENS is funded by Phillips LISTENS, Inc., a 501(c) 3 private operating foundation, that allows us the opportunity to share our message with the world.…

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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002 - How to have empathy for people who suck 20:55

vor 7 years20:55

20:55

Catchy title for a real problem. Sometimes it is hard to relate and connect with others. How do we have concern and empathy for people when maybe we don't want to? Empathy is a teachable, learnable hard skill. We have to choose to care, even if we don't want to. Listen to Leanne VanBeek, OCL Michigan Chapter Lead,talk with host Adam Salgat about how this can be hard but is so important.…

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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003 - Empathy: When is enough, enough? 16:59

vor 7 years16:59

16:59

Empathy is important if we want to connect with others. But when can it be too much? Are there times when being empathetic can be a drain on us and how do we know? Listen to Leanne VanBeek, OCL Michigan Chapter Lead talk about this difficult concept with honesty and empathy.

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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004 - Confrontation: Help me do this well... 16:58

vor 7 years16:58

16:58

Confrontation can be difficult. But it is doable. Remember to identify three things: Feeling, Behavior and Impact. Sharing feeling helps us to connect with others, identifying a specific behavior gives the other something to actually consider changing, providing the impact gives the 'why it would matter'. Listen to Leanne VanBeek, OCL Michigan Chapter Chair walk through an example with host and guest, Adam Salgat.…

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