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What secrets can you keep?
Published on September 26, 2014
You expect your mentee to confide in you, but sometimes they disclose information that needs to be shared. -
Restoring trust in the workplace
Published on February 26, 2014
“Trust is like the air we breathe. When it’s present, nobody really notices. But when it’s absent, everybody notices.” -Warren Buffet -
Understanding the role of trust in successful work environments
Published on February 20, 2014
Studies show that organizations with a high level of trust have increased employee morale, more productive workers and lower staff turnover. -
Five components necessary for successful change
Published on July 5, 2013
When just one of these components is missing - confusion, anxiety, resistance, frustration or repetition occur – instead of change. -
Helping youth feel physically and emotionally safe
Published on June 26, 2013
4-H Youth Development programs strive to develop life skills in youth. In Michigan, volunteers use the 4-H Guiding Principles to help them achieve their goals. This article focuses on 4-H Guiding Principle Two: Youth are physically and emotionally safe. -
Look for the helpers: Talking with young children about tragedy
Published on May 11, 2013
When disaster strikes, young children will have questions about what is happening and why. Take time to plan ahead and be prepared before you begin those tough discussions. -
Personal space: A social skill children need and adults can teach
Published on December 31, 2012
Learn how to teach the children in your life about personal space and why it’s important. -
Mentoring – Part 6: Setting boundaries
Published on December 31, 2012
Successful mentoring relationships are linked to positive youth outcomes. Explore tips for setting boundaries with mentees. -
Helping children and youth deal with tragic events
Published on December 15, 2012
After a tragedy, our job as adults is to help children understand the events and manage their responses to it. -
Youth and media: Help youth see through negative messages
Published on June 29, 2012
Adults have a role in helping kids make sense of negative images and behaviors that are present in many media sources.