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MeLisa Turcott Strongheart's Blog – April 2015 Archive (3)
The Intent and Purpose of the Experiential Leadership Requirement
A black belt is automatically put into a leadership position upon donning the belt. We find this is a transition, that is shocking, without having first spent meaningful time practicing, and experiencing what it is like.
It will still be different upon becoming a black belt, but the practice will make it easier —less culture shock, if you will. It helps also in the passing on of the traditions, and techniques of…
ContinueAdded by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on April 28, 2015 at 2:00pm — 2 Comments
Persistence, Indomitable Spirit.
Simple. Right?
Not really. I believe it takes practice.
We try to teach with the little things, to try again, to boldly attempt, to have positive self talk, with learning how to get support, ask for help, determine who is on your team, to re-evaluate the approach. To start with the small things, the "turn the…
ContinueAdded by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on April 21, 2015 at 1:00pm — No Comments
What is the deal with the tips on the belt?
A frequently asked question this week. Here is the answer in about 3 min.
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on April 13, 2015 at 5:17pm — No Comments
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