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Finding My Tribe in Bluesky
There’s something magical about connecting with like-minded people, especially when those connections spark new ideas and reignite your passion. For me, that magic has been reignited on Bluesky. As many educators migrated away from Twitter over the past few years, I found myself missing those vibrant conversations and the chance encounters with brilliant minds from…
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AI + SEL = More Empathetic Leadership: Join Me This Sunday!
I’m thrilled to be a guest speaker this Sunday at “SEL Sunday—Our Monthly Online Professional Learning Community” hosted by Dr. Cynthia Sistek-Chandler of National University! Join us as we explore the fascinating intersection of AI and SEL, and uncover how these two powerful forces can work together to create more empathetic and effective leaders. In…
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From Self-Discovery to Team Symphony: Conducting Collaboration with AI
In my last post, I shared my excitement about using personality assessments and AI to understand my team and myself better. Since then, I’ve embarked on a fascinating journey of discovery and growth. Remember how I mentioned using AI to analyze our different strengths and preferences? Well, things have gotten even more interesting! One of…
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My AI-Powered Teamwork Adventure: It’s More Than Just a Label!
I’ve always been fascinated by personality assessments. There’s something intriguing about uncovering those hidden strengths and quirks that make us who we are. Lately, I’ve been on a quest to understand not just myself, but my entire team, using a combination of powerful tools and a little help from AI. It all started a few…
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Empathy as a Catalyst for Innovation in Organizational Culture
In today’s whirlwind of constant change and relentless pursuit of “the next big thing,” it’s easy to lose sight of the human element. But here’s a truth that might surprise you: empathy, that good old-fashioned ability to connect with others on a heart-to-heart level, is actually a secret weapon for igniting innovation.Think about it. When…
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Leading in the Age of Distraction: Clarity, Communication, and AI
In today’s world, leaders aren’t just battling competing priorities and urgent deadlines; they’re also fighting for their team’s attention. We’re drowning in a sea of information – emails, messages, notifications – all vying for a slice of our already fragmented focus. It’s no wonder that even with constant communication, many teams still struggle to stay…
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Finding My EQ Sweet Spot: A Leader’s Journey of Self-Discovery
Leadership isn’t just about strategy and spreadsheets; it’s about people. It’s about understanding their emotions, motivations, and perspectives. It’s about building relationships, fostering trust, and creating a positive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. This is where emotional intelligence (EQ) takes center stage. My own journey with EQ has been one of self-discovery, filled…
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Shining a Light on Blind Spots
Remember that AI roast I told you about? The one that left me feeling like I needed a thicker skin and a better sense of humor? Well, it did have one positive side effect: it got me thinking about how I, as a leader, can really benefit from some honest, objective feedback. In my last…
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Beyond the Cat Pictures: How AI is Reshaping Our World
Remember that blog post I wrote back in 2020 about AI being “dumb” (Here’s a link if you forgot)? It’s funny to look back at it now and see how much has changed. Back then, I was marveling at AI’s limitations – the wonky cat faces, the bizarre ice cream flavors. It seemed like AI…
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Breaking Free from Perfection: How AI Can Help Leaders Embrace a Growth Mindset
Part 1: Objective Feedback If you read my last post, you know I’m no stranger to AI-powered roasts. (Spoiler alert: I didn’t fare so well.) But beyond the virtual burns, that experience sparked a deeper reflection on the pressure we face as leaders to be perfect. Newsflash: it’s exhausting. Instead of chasing an impossible ideal,…
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Roasted by My AI: Why Owning Your Imperfections is the Key to Authentic Leadership
It’s not every day you get roasted by your AI assistant. But that’s exactly what happened to me. I was interacting with Gemini, this incredibly advanced AI with a knack for connecting the dots (apparently, a trait I share, according to its analysis). We were having a casual conversation, exploring my personality and leadership style,…
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Embracing the Air: Lessons from a Bumpy Ride
I’ve always believed that some of life’s most valuable lessons are learned not in moments of triumph but in those where we stumble, falter, or in this case, quite literally, catch some air. This photo captures one such moment, a split second where my Land Rover Discovery decided to defy gravity (and perhaps common sense)…
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Laura K Spencer, Ed.D. 