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Navigating Leadership Growth: The Crucial Role of Continuing Education
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Navigating Leadership Growth: The Crucial Role of Continuing Education

In the dynamic world of leadership, practitioners often find themselves at the forefront, facing an array of challenges that demand adaptability, resilience, and a deep understanding of the ever-evolving landscape. The emergence of AI, machine learning, and robots induces a broad spectrum of reactions ranging from uncertainty to anxiety to opportunity; yet, how essential is gaining leadership tools through continuing and professional learning in learning to lead? Are you prepared to lead at this crossroads of facing change and embracing opportunities?

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It's Ok to Be Vulnerable
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It's Ok to Be Vulnerable

Ruta Kothare's journey serves as a testament to the transformative power of vulnerability. In a world that often glorifies strength and perfection, her story encourages us to embrace our vulnerabilities, learn from one another, and cultivate genuine connections. As we navigate the complexities of life and leadership, Ruta's insights remind us that it's not only okay to be vulnerable but that it can be a source of strength and authenticity.

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Navigating Success Through Networking
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Navigating Success Through Networking

Success is often a journey of perseverance, determination, and seizing opportunities when they arise. In a recent Leader Brew Podcast featuring Clifford Harrison, the importance of networking stood out as a key factor in achieving success. Clifford's story, filled with challenges and triumphs, provides valuable insights into the power of networking and determination.

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It’s Never Too Late
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It’s Never Too Late

Embarking on an educational pursuit after a 35-year hiatus may sound like a daunting task, but for recent Merrimack College graduate Denise Eaton, it became a triumphant reality. Listening to the full episode surely validates it’s never too late.

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Let Go, Let Grow
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Let Go, Let Grow

Wondering ‘why me’? In today’s blog, I’ll share how to redirect your energies to a ‘spring cleaning’ mentality through a 4-step process of letting go to let grow.

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Not Sure About Grad School?
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Not Sure About Grad School?

Making decisions can sometimes be challenging. Going from undergraduate to graduate school is an important decision. In today’s blog, I’ll share some important steps that hopefully will aid in your decison-making process.

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The Leadership Balancing Act
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The Leadership Balancing Act

How do I balance what I want to do with what I have to do? In today’s blog, I’ll share steps on how to give yourself permission to lead and ways to keep yourself motivated, even in the most unbalanced times.

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Developing a Leadership Mindset
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Developing a Leadership Mindset

Leadership is a simple equation: one part task-oriented and one part relationship building. In today’s blog, I’ll discuss how to accomplish tasks while maintaining healthy relationships.

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Dr. Rick’s Teaching Philosophy
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Dr. Rick’s Teaching Philosophy

Teaching comes naturally to me—it’s my purpose and students along the way propel my passion. In today’s blog, I’ll share the why and how behind my teaching style.

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Revealing Leadership Potential
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Revealing Leadership Potential

Leadership comes in different shapes, sizes, colors, and opportunities. In today’s blog, I’ll share my insights on what it means to be a leader and how you can unleash your leadership potential.

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Leadership, Moderation, & Compromise
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Leadership, Moderation, & Compromise

Practicing leadership from the classroom to the real world can seem daunting. Leadership is often categorized as changing the status quo. But does it have to be an all-or-nothing approach? In today’s blog, I’ll share ways to find leadership somewhere between moderation and comprise.

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Leaders Need Applause, Too
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Leaders Need Applause, Too

Learning to nourish self sometimes feels counter-intuitive. After all, isn’t leadership about helping others? In today’s blog, I’ll share with you the importance of rewarding yourself through your support base.

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