Tag Archives: personal validation

(#219) The First Day of Class: People Before Paper!


Student success will be enhanced when we establish an environment of personal validation and respect. [NOTE to reader: This week’s post comes from my forthcoming book (work-in-progress) on mentoring faculty.  In the weeks ahead look for posts on this blog that … Continue reading

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(#157) Effective Leaders: From the Follower’s Perspective


I would like to start with a note of thanks to all of my subscribers and readers.  Today marks the beginning of my fourth year writing this weekly blog. Your comments, “likes” and suggestions have given me the energy and … Continue reading

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(#155) Staying Focused On Your Dream


On your way to realization, you need to go from visualization to verbalization to transformation. Being able to teach my student success classes continues to be a wonderful personal learning experience. As I tell my students (continually), a student success … Continue reading

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