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It was an honor to serve on the Inasmuch Community Fellowship Retreat’s panel today. The discussion was led by one of my favorite people on this planet, Sarah Roberts, and I was joined by three other leaders who I admire—Commissioner Allie Friesen, Mayor David Holt, and Andre' Caldwell. During the hour, we discussed our leadership philosophies, experiences with failure, and the motivations that drive us. It was humbling to sit among these community heroes—each of them has so much wisdom to share. A few key takeaways/common themes shared by this crew: ??Failure is important. You don’t have to rely solely on your own failures to learn and gain experience—learn from other people’s failures as well—through books, conversations, observations, etc. ??You don’t have to have it all figured out. ??Choose not to care too much about what other people think about you, but ALSO don’t confuse this sentiment with permission to be a jerk. ??Lean into opportunities that interest you—even if they don’t fall on the traditional “path to success.” ??Be gracious and generous with what you’ve been given—to whom much is given, much is expected. ??When you fail at something or can’t seem to get it right at the first “swing,” it’s not that you can’t do it. Reframe the way you’re thinking. Instead of “I can’t” sometimes it’s better to say “I can’t right now.” Thank you to the Inasmuch Foundation, for the opportunity to serve on today’s panel, learn from the fellow panelists, and share perspective with this group of awesome fellows! Brightened my week.??

Jacqueline Gottlieb, president and CEO of the Hinton Rural Life Center in Hayesville and a graduate of our Rural Economic Development Institute, is featured in this month’s Alumni Spotlight. We appreciate her insights into rural leadership. What has been the impact of REDI or HGL on your leadership journey since completing the training, both personally and professionally? After attending both REDI and Leadership NC, I returned to my community and shared the opportunity with others. The push-back, total disinterest, and other mentioned roadblocks were fascinating to me. Some valid, some - just where you put your priorities. So, seven years ago, I worked to start a leadership program for our rural region. We are in the seventh year of hosting the program and will have over 100 alumni after the graduation in April 2024 from Leadership Chatuge Community Builders. What recent accomplishments, projects, initiatives, or points of pride would you like to share? Increasing awareness of the need for rural leadership development but the obstacles in attendance. Also, the critical need for solid infrastructure! What are the greatest assets in your rural community or region? The natural beauty. The retirees who are willing to volunteer. The people. What are the most significant economic development challenges facing your rural community or region today? Lack of knowledge about how the region operates, substance use, lack of economic opportunity, generational poverty, housing, transportation, etc. What advice would you offer to current or emerging leaders in rural areas? Listen closely and meet them where they are in order to make progress.

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Last week,?Augeo?had the privilege of partnering with Event Leaders Exchange (ELX) at IMEX, sharing the stage with top experiential leaders at the largest trade show for the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry.? ? We not only shared our insights on designing and executing impactful experiences but also had the opportunity to connect with top innovators in the industry. We came away with valuable observations that we're excited to share with you:?? ? ??As the events industry evolves at a?rapid?pace, we’re all about?meaningful change—especially when it comes to how we measure and communicate event impact.?? ? ??Attendee expectations are soaring, but by prioritizing?experience design, we're raising the bar and unlocking new levels of innovation.?? ? ??Effective event measurement has never been more crucial. It’s essential that the data we gather about attendee experiences aligns with and supports overall company objectives.? ? Let’s keep this momentum going! Explore new experiences that make an impact.?? ? #Augeo #IMEX #IMEXAmerica #Experiential #Events #MeetingsAndEvents #AI #Technology #EventDesign #ELX

Discussions about inclusivity and diversity are vital but frequently neglected. I extend my thanks to Chi Kiet Vong and Jacinta Lidonni for facilitating this insightful conversation with the esteemed author, Alice Pung.

Taking charge, growing through leadership experiences, and inspiring others as an Envision Ambassador. ?? See how early leadership opportunities can empower young people to make a difference and build a better futures for all of us. #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureLeaders #LeadershipSkills

Why is grassroots community engagement important for you? In a conversation with an entrepreneur, I start to realize he may not know what it takes to engage grassroots community leaders. And, he knows how important it is to him and his vision. So here is why it might be important: 1. Does your success depend on local community support? 2. Is it easier to have large groups of passionate and connected people trust you once their leadership knows you? 3. Do you share the same interests and goals as grassroots community leaders? If you answered yes, to any of the above questions, it’s time for you to learn more about the local groups that share your vision. #grassroots #communityengagement #strategydevelopment

Too many people find themselves confined by the limitations and expectations created by their environment. They never quite reach their full potential, held back by invisible barriers and self-doubt. But true growth and transformation come when we challenge those limitations and push beyond them. We’re now exactly 7 days away from the Impact Leadership Conference in Cork, and we’re thrilled to introduce yet another incredible keynote speaker: Regina Mangan. Regina is not only a property expert but also an Amazon #1 best-selling author. Her story is one of resilience and determination, as she defied all odds, broke free from the constraints of her environment, and built a thriving business from the ground up. At the conference, she’ll be sharing her powerful journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way. If you’re in and around Cork City, this is your chance to witness her story and gain insights on building success, no matter the obstacles. And if you can’t join us in person, experience the same transformation virtually by securing your complimentary ticket. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by; be part of the movement to unlock potential and achieve greatness! Reserve your seat now: https://lnkd.in/eXyhKG3X Patrick Mercie MPSA Fiona M Brennan Aoife Gaffney MSc (Hons) BSc(Open) QFA CMC Wendy Oke Josh Mbala, CTA Zuhri Ajibola Victoria McCormack #ImpactLeadership #BreakLimits #TransformYourLife #LeadershipConference #PersonalGrowth

We have a great group of interested people coming to our Open Day to experience equine assisted learning as a professional development tool. We have room for a few more, so if you’ve been wondering what the heck we do, come along and experience it for yourself. Details and link to register below ?????? #professionaldevelopment #learninganddevelopment #leadership #equineassistedlearning