blog posts

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  Organizing for Social Change: An Interview with a First-Timer

  Jun 12, 2020 11:45 am49 views

  I first met Paul Saban at the 2019 session of the Institute by LeaderShape. When Paul informed me that he was organizing a demonstration for Black Lives Matter in his hometown in Monticello, I decided that I would interview him about his experience following the demonstration. This was his first time organizing an event of this kind. The demonstration was held in the main square of Monticello, Illinois on Saturday, June 6.

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  Why Leadership is Important to Me (And for You!)

  Apr 15, 2020 11:00 pm77 views

  In this post I talk about a personal experience from high school that was a foundational piece of my experience in becoming a leader. I use this as an example of why leadership is important to me by describing how I came to view myself as a leader and the impact I have had on others as a result.

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  What Actually Makes a Good Leader, May Not Be What You Think...

  Apr 15, 2020 12:00 am10 views

  We are always asked the question, "what makes a good leader?" Through all the different studies and approaches learned, I discovered what I believe makes a good leader and it may not be what you think.

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  What is the Hardest Part About Being Good Leader?

  Apr 15, 2020 12:00 am8 views

  In this article, I discuss what I find to be the hardest part of being a leader. The pressure to please all parties is a challenge that can be burdensome and serve to degrade a leader's confidence in their ability. I discuss this topic from my perspective and experiences.