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Challenge the status quo and explore the hidden dynamics of workplace culture in this new Learning Lab, Four Steps to Creating a Healthy Workplace Culture. Register today to join us this March! https://lnkd.in/eXjuqCbc

Is your board running like a well-oiled machine? We take our cars in for regular maintenance, we go to the doctor for check-ups...but how often are we evaluating the overall health of our boards of directors? Take a look at Jane Mack's Governance Tune-Up video series for a great roadmap to keep your board in top condition. We partnered with LeadingAge to make it free for members and non-members alike. https://lnkd.in/gyeseiAM

This Learning Lab is designed to help participants understand the importance of using and sharing pronouns to avoid making assumptions based on appearances.?You do not want to miss it! Register today!

The ability to give and receive feedback is a crucial skill for any manager. When done constructively, it can significantly impact both your team's development and your own growth as a leader. Discover how to effectively deliver and use feedback to drive success in the Giving and Receiving Effective Feedback virtual Learning Lab on December 10. https://lnkd.in/ebjbK2US

FSA offers continuing education programs that cover a wide range of current topics for professionals who serve seniors. Geared toward professional and personal development, these programs consider the unique organizational cultures of values-based, senior-focused environments. Join us for this Learning Lab in January - the first one of the new year!

Which hat are you wearing? As a nonprofit board member, you might have been recruited for your personal experience, professional expertise, or something else. During your work on the board, you might take on even more roles--or wear "different hats." Learn more about how to balance those roles, and which "hat" you should always have on.

When an organization's board chair and executive are in harmony, everyone benefits. Jane Mack's article in NonProfit PRO discusses how these two leaders can build a productive relationship. https://lnkd.in/e4wsryYc

Frontline professional caregivers are frequently victims of microaggressions from those they serve. These everyday slights, insults and putdowns generally come from well-intentioned individuals who may be unaware that they have engaged in a demeaning way. How can a caregiver navigate when they're on the receiving end of microaggressions? Marsha Wesley Coleman, MBA, MSODL and Jennifer Jimenez Marana, PhD partner to deliver this upcoming session at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting. 26-A. Helping Frontline Caregivers Navigate Microaggressions Sunday, October 27, 1-2 p.m. Don't miss it! https://lnkd.in/dWCgKp8G

New senior living models are being driven by the needs and preferences of "New Age Older Adults"--and they're markedly different than previous generations. Jane Mack joins a panel of experts to discuss the impact of this shift on governance structures and leadership models within senior living organizations at the upcoming LeadingAge Annual Meeting in Nashville, TN: 41-C. Are Residents Welcome to Help You Govern and Lead? Sunday, October 27, 4-5 p.m. Don't miss it! https://lnkd.in/dWCgKp8G

Let's talk about Conflicts of Interest on your board. Whether it's a board member with connections to a vendor, or a blurry line between personal and organizational goals, these situations can create ethical dilemmas. Here’s the thing: conflicts of interest are not entirely unavoidable. The key is to have a plan in place to proactively manage them if they arise. Read on: https://lnkd.in/e3-YQFpf