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

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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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 - Acceptance vs. agreement with your child's choices

Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action

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138 episodes

#Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement #Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities

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

27 days ago22:04

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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

27 days ago3:04

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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

43 weeks ago33:45

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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

50 weeks ago35:11

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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

1 year ago26:58

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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

1 year ago19:24

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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

1 year ago31:12

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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

1 year ago15:51

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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

1 year ago14:37

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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

1 year ago37:12

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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

2 years ago37:17

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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

2 years ago40:20

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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

2 years ago34:59

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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

2 years ago33:57

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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

2 years ago24:50