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LFA Alumni learned tips on time management for the March Skill Swap, led by our very own staff member, Sierra Bonn! Check out some of her key tips below. ? You can only manage what you measure. Track how you're spending your time and compare it to how you *want* to be spending your time. Then, adjust to create alignment! ?? The Eisenhower Matrix can be a great tool to help you determine what's worth your time. It breaks down tasks by urgency and importance, then determines how to handle each task. ?? Time management is not a shame game. It's an opportunity to learn, grow, and align with what matters most to you. Thank you for your insight, Sierra! Each month, Lead For America Alumni participate in a virtual “Skill Swap” for fellow alumni to share their talents, hobbies, and passions. We can't wait to learn about stargazing from LFA Alum Grant Lach next! Alumni, check your email for details on how to RSVP.

"When Josh Cole left Barbourville, KY, to go to college, he was determined to go back. It wasn’t something young people often did, Cole admits. “Like many other places in Appalachia, we’ve faced economic hardships. There is a lot of brain drain in the community.” Yet he had grown up admiring neighbors who showed up for others and organized mutual aid. He found his way back two years ago serving with the American Connection Corps, an AmeriCorps program aimed at “connecting people to places and possibilities in digitally disconnected communities across America.”" Read more in the full story published with Weave, the Social Fabric Project. https://lnkd.in/g6CaGdRX

?? The road to state continues! Khaai has been diligently preparing for the State Youth of the Year competition! ?? ? A huge shoutout to Joseph Shephard from Lead For America for helping him perfect his speech! ?? Let’s cheer Khaai on as he gets ready for this incredible opportunity! ?? #YouthOfTheYear #GreatFutures #RoadToState

We are a capacity building org doing high impact work and we rely on AmeriCorps programs like Lead For America and American Connection Corps to deliver digital inclusion programs. We had the privilege of hosting Kyra Chevonne Colbert in 2024. We honor her and all the AmeriCorps members serving across the country, doing mission driven work in communities and helping people who need access to resources, skills, and belonging.

Time is one of our most valuable resources—yet so many of us struggle to manage it effectively. During the Alumni Skill Swap for Lead For America Alumni, I had the opportunity to facilitate about Time Management, and it was an incredible conversation about how we measure, value, and optimize our time. We didn’t just talk about calendars and to-do lists—we dug deeper. How we spend our time is a direct reflection of our values. If our schedules don’t align with what truly matters to us, it’s time for a reset. ?? Key takeaways from the conversation: ??? Audit Your Time: Before making changes, track where your time actually goes. Awareness is the first step toward improvement. ?? Time vs. Values Alignment: Are you spending your time on things that truly matter to you? If not, what small shifts can help you realign? ?? The Eisenhower Matrix: Prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance can help cut through the noise. ? Batching & Time Blocking: Group similar tasks together and set aside focused time to work more efficiently. ? Boundaries & Saying No: Protecting your time is just as important as managing it. At the end of the day, effective time management isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters most, with intention and efficiency. What’s one time management strategy that has made a difference in your life? Let’s keep the conversation going! ??? #TimeManagement #LeadForAmerica #AlumniSkillSwap #ProductivityTips

We rounded out February with nearly 50 Lead For America Alumni who convened for the Cohort Reunion. ?? The goal was simple: reconnect with one another, reminisce on their service, and reignite their connection and shared values. Based on these ear-to-ear grins, we'd say it was a success! Big thanks to LFA co-founder Maya Pace and inaugural cohort fellow Ayo Aladesanmi for sharing their honest insight and advice on the "Then and Now Panel", and to each alum who took the time to join the virtual event. Hometown 2022 walked away with the greatest percentage of their cohort in attendance and have won some exclusive LFA swag. Cheers to you, '22!?

“I chose to serve on the Alumni Advisory Board because I wasn't ready to be done supporting this organization. Lead for America was such a pivotal experience for me, I jumped at the chance to work with them as I continued into the next part of my service path. I love being able to stay so connected with all of our amazing alumni and dedicated staff!” - Amalia Murguia, 2021 LFA Alum and Alumni Advisory Board Member Amalia is one of several LFA Alumni who have continued their service to our organization by joining the Alumni Advisory Board. This group is vital to ensuring a strong, connected Alumni Network. We appreciate Amalia's ongoing commitment to serving both LFA and her home state of Kansas. She really is a rockstar! Thank you, Amalia!?

Every cohort has a story—this is your chance to step back into yours. Join us for Cohort Reunion 2025 - an opportunity to celebrate and reflect on your impact, reconnect with the people who were by your side, and carry those bonds into the future. Alum can look forward to: ?? Dedicated breakout rooms to laugh, reflect, and dream with your cohort ?? Special appearances by key leaders who have defined Lead For America’s journey ?? Time to make a game plan for how you want to stay connected We're creating space for the conversations that matter—where shared memories fuel future impact and your cohort's unique energy lives on. Don’t miss the chance to rekindle the connections that started it all! LFA Alumni, recruit your cohort and RSVP now using the link in your email!

Hey #LFAalumni! From the early days of Lead For America to our latest American Connection Corps graduates, one thing has never changed: our commitment to service and investing time and talent in the places we call home. ???? Swipe through these throwbacks from some of our very first in-person programs! If you were part of those early days, we’d love to see you at the Cohort Reunion on Feb 27 to give you space to reconnect with one another and share what we've been up to. Check your email for details and the RSVP link, and be sure to tag your cohort mates in the comments. ??

Each month, Lead For America Alumni participate in a virtual "Skill Swap" for fellow alumni to share their talents, hobbies, and passions. Topics so far include skill shares on mushroom foraging, chili recipes, composting, genealogy, and more. This week, LFA Alum Brooke Kauchak shared her insight on neighboring! She shared how you can bring your neighbors together through an asset-based community development lens thanks to the dedicated pros at The Neighboring Movement. Brooke's passion for people has always been clear and contagious, especially when she was an LFA Hometown Fellow for the City of Wichita. Thank you, Brooke! Alumni are invited to discover tips on time management for the March Skill Swap, led by our very own staff member, Sierra Bonn! Check your email for details.