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Ijeoma Ozoude
Cup Of Jo: Shifting Gears Away From Trauma Bonds

Shifting away from the drama a team has come through and resetting energy and perspectives toward a more positive future can be a challenge. Occasionally rehashing war stories to relish the bonds formed under pressure can be instructive if done to inform future actions. However, focusing on these times as a way to hold on to the connections formed can keep you (and those you lead) stuck in the past, failing to move forward.

Here's some simple advice on imbuing those connections with generative energy and repurposing them for the future you're working toward.

Cup Of Jo: Shifting Gears Away From Trauma Bonds
Cup of Jo
Ijeoma Ozoude
Cup Of Jo: Break Your Drama Addiction

Are you a drama addict? Ask yourself whether anything in this video sounds familiar. If so, it may be time to get the monkey off your back. Becoming aware of your habits - especially those that keep you entangled in webs of drama - is a starting point for addressing how you may unknowingly contribute to an unhealthy environment.

Cup Of Jo: Break Your Drama Addiction
Cup of Jo
Ijeoma Ozoude
Cup Of Jo: Moving From Conflict To ...

There is a path to healing. Moving from conflict to reconciliation requires two main elements, but within each, there is real work to be done. In this video, I delve into what they are and why they are important. The critical takeaway to note is this: acknowledging a problem and how you contributed to it must be accompanied by a meaningful investment in a sustainable solution for a true reconciliation to exist.

Cup Of Jo: Moving From Conflict To Reconciliation
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Ijeoma Ozoude
Cup of Jo: Servant Leadership

What is servant leadership? Aside from it being my favorite approach to leadership, it is the truest form of responsibility to others and is in service of their growth. It builds trust by creating a culture of honesty, transparency, humility, empowerment, and support, and always has a collective goal as the North Star. In this short video learn why it’s so important in organizations today and how to make it a daily practice.

Cup of Jo: Servant Leadership
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Ijeoma Ozoude
Cup Of Jo: Trust Repair

Trust allows us to feel secure and confident in our interactions with one another.  It creates a foundation of safety and reliability, making it easier for us to open up, communicate, and collaborate effectively.  It’s the key to intimacy and emotional connection, while in professional relationships, it’s essential for teamwork, productivity, and effective problem-solving. So when it’s in need of repair the challenges can be endless. Watch this video to learn the most important steps in the rebuilding process.

Cup Of Jo: Trust Repair

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Cup of Jo: How to Find Your Purpose by Following Your Joy

Cup of Jo: How to Find Your Purpose by Following Your Joy

I had a wonderful opportunity to sit down for a few minutes to talk with Maya Gorgoni, co-Founder of the fashion/lifestyle brand Royal Jelly Harlem. Maya is a wife, a daughter, and a mother - like many of us. But what’s more interesting is that she partnered with her mother to build her brand (totally unplanned). Her life evolved through moments of confusion and uncertainty but also by following the things that brought her joy! Her story reminds us how things can unexpectedly come together while still being a work in progress - and the journey is fulfilling, nonetheless.

BLABBIT: Expert Advice on Developing & Living Your Personal Brand

BLABBIT: Expert Advice on Developing & Living Your Personal Brand

My conversation with Paul Geiger and Glen Ingram yielded a number of great insights about balance, leadership, and personal brand. Most interesting is how all of these come together (integration! - wink, wink) to build the resilience we need to create a full, healthy, and joyful life. Give it a watch!

Sustaining Ourselves In The Midst Of Instability

Sustaining Ourselves In The Midst Of Instability

Fear is an interesting emotion in that it stems from our own thoughts. However, the effects on our actions and how we go through our daily lives are very real and tangible. Left unchecked, fear can distort our perspectives in life and leave us paralyzed and unable to move forward. Here are two tips that I find helpful in sustaining myself when I’m in the midst of constant instability and trying to manage the fears that creep in.

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Cup of Jo: The Impact You Want To Make

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Cup of Jo: The Impact You Want To Make

Everything we do creates a ripple.  And yet, we often wonder if our efforts bring about any difference in the world. While the answer is always yes, the more important question to answer is, "What is that difference?" or better, "What difference do we want to make?"   One of the reasons I refer to my coaching as integrative is that I believe strongly that tapping into our whole selves is the best way to bring all of our gifts forward.

In that spirit, here is my story about how I came to understand the difference I wanted to make (for my clients and in the world) and why it's so important that we are intentional about the impact we seek to have.

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Cup of Jo: Supporting Individual Excellence

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Cup of Jo: Supporting Individual Excellence

As leaders, one of our key duties is to bring out the best in each member of our team. If you are concerned about performance, there are ways to structure conversations that demonstrate not just your concern about how someone is showing up and delivering (or not) but also that you see people, you care about them, and that you are a resource for their development.

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Cup of Jo: How to Identify and Own Your Value

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Cup of Jo: How to Identify and Own Your Value

Do you know the difference between being valuable versus invaluable? Understanding how – and why – they are not at all the same thing is the key to making better choices, choosing the roles/positions where we thrive, and ultimately creating a more fulfilling and joyful life.

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Cup of Jo: Make Changes That Last

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Cup of Jo: Make Changes That Last

Any day is a perfect day to make positive changes in your life. Build new healthy habits and let go of old, unproductive ones. But we're usually challenged with staying the course and making them last. Interestingly, the secret to overcoming this challenge lies in the WHY and HOW we approach this work.

Cup of Jo: How Do Personal Goals Influence Team Dynamics?

Cup of Jo: How Do Personal Goals Influence Team Dynamics?

Year end usually means taking a look back, but it’s also an important opportunity to look forward and set personal goals. In setting your goals, seeking constructive input and integrating feedback from coworkers can have a profound impact on team dynamics. Here are a few pointers on how to have the conversations that will benefit everyone.

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Cup of Jo: The First Step to Overcoming Organizational Challenges

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Cup of Jo: The First Step to Overcoming Organizational Challenges

If your organization isn't facing challenges, you're likely not doing any work. Obstacles are prevalent when creating change, but they are surmountable. It takes deep inquiry and a strategic approach, which is how I begin to help my clients lay the foundation to make a continued positive impact. Here are the first steps.

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Cup of Jo: Where I Love To Make A Difference

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Cup of Jo: Where I Love To Make A Difference

If you've been lucky enough to create a career where your skills and passion are best leveraged, don't forget to periodically reconnect with the reasons why you chose this path. And if not, there's no better time than the present to tap into your unique capabilities and your values, and to consider if there is anything you can do right now to align your vision with your reality.

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Cup of Jo: Rethinking Diversity

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Cup of Jo: Rethinking Diversity

Research has shown that diversity in our workforce and teams reaps better quality results in organizations and communities. But we also know that diversity comes in many different forms. How can we be certain that we are pushing our boundaries and challenging our norms in reality and not just in name?

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Cup of Jo: The 3 Most Important Roles When Starting A Nonprofit

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Cup of Jo: The 3 Most Important Roles When Starting A Nonprofit

I've discussed whether starting a nonprofit is the most effective way to achieve your goals and engage in mission-driven work (Cup of Jo: Should You Start A Nonprofit?). If that answer is 'YES' then you need to ensure you have these three crucial things in place when you start.

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Cup of Jo: Building and Engaging Your Board of Directors

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Cup of Jo: Building and Engaging Your Board of Directors

Building a strong and effective board of directors is one of the most important responsibilities of an organizational leader, and requires a thoughtful selection process with honest dialogue. Here are some ways to ensure you set the correct tone from the top of your organization.

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Joanne Heyman is internationally recognized as a thought leader, innovator and key advisor within the pro-social sector. She is a highly sought-after coach, strategic advisor, lecturer, and facilitator. To engage her as a speaker or contributor to collective discourse, contact her team at info@heymanpartners.com.

 
 

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