Learning Opportunity

Embracing “no” – Week 1: Boundary Brain Science and Understanding Boundary Crossing w/Lacy Alana The ability to say no to yourself – and others – is essential for healthy working and interpersonal relationships – but often hard to do! If you struggle to set limits with yourselves or others, you’re not alone. We’re often taught to put others’ needs and wants before our own, which is often depleting, and builds resentment and relational disconnect. And, if you’re used to dismissing your own needs, it becomes harder to be present and connected in a grounded way that helps you reach your relational, personal, and professional goals. In this experiential workshop, we’ll explore: -Boundary Basics-The brain science behind boundaries (and why you tend to set them – or not) –Ways that boundary crossing and setting impact your professional life (and what to do about it) –Warning signs that you’re not listening to your needs and drawing boundaries –How to deal with people who *don’t* respond well when you set a boundary WEEK 1: Boundary Brain Science and Understanding Boundary Crossing WEEK 2: Evaluating, Setting, and Holding Boundaries (Even when other people don’t like them) WEEK 3: Balancing Conflicting Boundaries and Responding to […]

Embracing “no” – WEEK 3: Balancing Conflicting Boundaries and Responding to Boundaries You Don’t Like w/Lacy Alana The ability to say no to yourself – and others – is essential for healthy working and interpersonal relationships – but often hard to do! If you struggle to set limits with yourselves or others, you’re not alone. We’re often taught to put others’ needs and wants before our own, which is often depleting, and builds resentment and relational disconnect. And, if you’re used to dismissing your own needs, it becomes harder to be present and connected in a grounded way that helps you reach your relational, personal, and professional goals. In this experiential workshop, we’ll explore: -Boundary Basics-The brain science behind boundaries (and why you tend to set them – or not) –Ways that boundary crossing and setting impact your professional life (and what to do about it) –Warning signs that you’re not listening to your needs and drawing boundaries –How to deal with people who *don’t* respond well when you set a boundary WEEK 1: Boundary Brain Science and Understanding Boundary Crossing WEEK 2: Evaluating, Setting, and Holding Boundaries (Even when other people don’t like them) WEEK 3: Balancing Conflicting Boundaries […]

Effective Board and Meeting Minutes - Minutes Need Not Take Hours & Can Be Very Hepful w/Barry SilverbergCombining a review of the literature on the taking and the importance of minutes at Board and other meetings, and his 40+ years of practical experience, Barry Silverberg will lead a presentation and discussion on how to effectively and efficiently take and use minutes for the advancement of the organization’s mission. While viewed by many as a thankless task, the proper recording of the organization’s discussions and decisions are an essential component of a Board or committee’s fulfillment of their fiduciary responsibilities. Failure to maintain proper records is a matter that can wreak havoc for the organization and its board members – if an organization is ever sued. Facilitated by Center for Nonprofit Studies Director, Barry Silverberg