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If you want a better team, don’t give them an answer!
Published on January 23, 2018
In a leadership position, holding back your thoughts can teach your team to think for themselves. -
Understanding a caucus
Published on December 21, 2017
Robert's Rules of Order helps understand the purpose of a caucus. -
Communication maze: Take two
Published on December 8, 2017
This version of the communication maze activity can be used when space is not limited or if there is a small group. -
Feedback for success
Published on November 28, 2017
Giving and receiving feedback for positive outcomes. -
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County
Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917. -
How gentle volunteer recruitment efforts can yield astonishing results
Published on September 11, 2017
Employ “paying it forward” in outreach efforts to stimulate organizational growth. -
What did you say? - The Importance of being an active listener
Published on August 29, 2017
Tools to increase your active listening skills. -
Responding to hate
Published on August 29, 2017
The Southern Law Poverty Center and the Anti-Defamation League have released resources to address and respond to hate, bigotry, racism and anti-Semitism. -
Communication maze: Take one
Published on August 24, 2017
This version of the communication maze activity can be used when space is limited or if there is a large group. -
Opening the door to communication through group juggling
Published on May 30, 2017
Group juggling increases communication, challenges out-of-the-box thinking and works on problem-solving skills. This great activity opens the conversation around communication and conflict.