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Welcome to Leadership Development Program! Introduce yourself here
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 19 hours ago
...See more Hello New Trainees!  We are excited to welcome you to LDP. I hope you all have a wonderful learning experience with us.  Here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ldp/LeadershipDevelopmentCourseStartHere_2118/LDPStudentStepbyStepWalkthrough_292702/]is a quick guide to let you get started and here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ldp/General_2457/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramLDPMentorTeamAvailability_375678/]you can find active LDP mentors ready to support you at any step of the way.  Don't be shy to say Hello and share: When are you joining us? What excites you about taking this course? Happy Learning!  ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ldp/LeadershipDevelopmentCourseStartHere_2118/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramBecomealeader_288442/].
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Community Building Course
by FrenchToast
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 Monday
...See more Hi everyone! Welcome to the final course of the Leadership Development Program. Do note that this course also serves as an elective for other academy programs so you are in the right place even if you are not an LDP trainee. Anyone can complete this even if they are not enrolled in any academy program.  Please click on each week to get the link to the chapters and activities, as well as the chapter quizzes. Week One: Chapter 1 & 2 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/1/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Two: Chapter 3 & 4 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekTwoChapter34_222290/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Three: Chapter 5 & 6 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekThreeChapter56_222486/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Four: Chapter 7 & [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFourChapter78_222860/]8 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFourChapter78_222860/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Five: Chapter 9 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFiveChapter9andCourseEvaluationForm_223322/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Evaluation Form [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFiveChapter9andCourseEvaluationForm_223322/] What is this course? It is a learning opportunity based on the teachings of the book ‘Get Together: How to Build a Community with Your People [https://www.amazon.com/Get-Together-build-community-people/dp/1732265194].' The book is written by authors who are experts on community building. We encourage anyone who is interested in community building and management to read the book but it's optional. We have studied the book and summarized the key lessons and their 7 Cups applications. The course will go on for 4 weeks, each week we will look at the findings of two chapters and how the principle knowledge can be applied to 7 Cups. Each week's learning will be accompanied by a quiz to test the knowledge! In order to receive your certificate and the Community Builder badge, you need to complete all quizzes (80% or over-score in all + no copy/pasting for essay questions), and submit the evaluation form. Failure to submit the evaluation form will result in no certificate or badge. Note: Each quiz contains a field where we ask you to apply some of the chapter's teachings. These are essay questions so they are not auto-graded however if a user is found to be copy/pasting the answers to satisfy the word count or not putting in the effort to come up with a relevant answer then the person will not receive a certificate or a badge. This is not a mandatory course so if you choose to take part then please try to study the notes and be honest in your answers. It is the only way to learn! Note:  If you intend to use Artificial Intelligence tools to help you fulfill any of the course’s requirements, you are expected to adhere to our AI policy. You can read it here. [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AnnouncementsandUpdates_2197/7CupsAcademysAIPolicy_326219/] ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramUpdatesAnnouncement_230561/]. Note added on March 26, 2024
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Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor Team Availability
by positivePumpkin22
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 February 20th
...See more NOTE: Please don't post to this thread. Subscribe to this thread and you will get a notification when we update this thread. Hey there! Here is a list of all the Leadership Development Program (LDP) mentors that we will regularly update. You can check here to see who is available for what leadership role and what coursework role. You can reach out to them during your LDP journey for any questions accordingly. At 7cups we encourage breaks, as self-care is a priority, therefore from time to time our LDP Mentors go on breaks, so this post will keep you up to date with these changes. If you don't see a name in the list, that means they are no longer LDP mentor. LDP Mentors who are ACTIVE are colored green, while those who are ON-BREAK are colored red. If a mentor is marked green and they do not respond to you within 3 days, please let me [https://www.7cups.com/@FrenchToastClub] know. All of our active LDP mentors are expected to keep up a 3 day response time. ---> Provide positive or constructive feedback about any academy mentor you have interacted with through the 7 Cups Academy Mentor Review form. 📞Open the mentor review form here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2XnrHWY9kCWIuRyfrEyODlTnHTJOnk0HQ22orLGRneCorVg/viewform] ---> Acknowledge/appreciate a mentor's work by nominating them for an Academy Award.  🏆Open Academy Awards nomination form here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEZIVi3mnziP54xaUoWYZVzI5Xmzg_BcNpKwdE_ac-Hr7BSA/viewform] ________________________________________________________________________________________________ What can an LDP mentor help you with? Any LDP mentor is available to help you with coursework or a leadership role that they specialize in. They can also answer any general LDP guidance, questions, or concerns. They can provide you with resources. That being said, you will still be responsible to submit everything in time according to the deadlines that are set. What can an LDP mentor leader help you with? They have specific responsibilities and are only available in regard to their own tasks like leadership role update or answering questions about any mentor roles that qualify for passing with honors in the LDP. What can an LDP Ambassador help you with? They are available to help you with any graduation-related queries or any certification-related questions. You can also contact them regarding mentor feedback [https://forms.gle/M3DWVWUEbrc52Nir8], badges, extension/contraction of LDP requirements, and overall general guidance. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Mentor List: ➡ yourbuddy30 [https://www.7cups.com/@yourbuddy30] (Adults and Teens) ➡ awesomeForever34 [https://www.7cups.com/@awesomeForever34] (Adults) ➡ rkive0777  [https://www.7cups.com/@rkive0777](Teens) ➡ pandanfe  [https://www.7cups.com/@pandanfe](Adults) ➡ TovaCares76  [https://www.7cups.com/@TovaCares76](Adults) Mentor Leader: ➡ KellyBx [https://www.7cups.com/@KellyBx] (Adults) ______________________________________________________________________________________ LDP Ambassador(s): ➡ positivePumpkin22 [https://www.7cups.com/@positivePumpkin22] (Adults and Teens) ------------------------- Join the 7 Cups Academy Mentor Team Here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyTeam_2313/Applytobecomeamentorwith7CupsAcademy_303162/]
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Welcome to Leadership Development Program! Introduce yourself here
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 19 hours ago
...See more Hello New Trainees!  We are excited to welcome you to LDP. I hope you all have a wonderful learning experience with us.  Here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ldp/LeadershipDevelopmentCourseStartHere_2118/LDPStudentStepbyStepWalkthrough_292702/]is a quick guide to let you get started and here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ldp/General_2457/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramLDPMentorTeamAvailability_375678/]you can find active LDP mentors ready to support you at any step of the way.  Don't be shy to say Hello and share: When are you joining us? What excites you about taking this course? Happy Learning!  ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ldp/LeadershipDevelopmentCourseStartHere_2118/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramBecomealeader_288442/].
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Course 1, Discussion 1: MBTI Personality Types
by Hope
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 23 hours ago
...See more Hello Leadership Crew! Please make sure you have introduced yourself here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentCourseStartHere_2118/AreyounewtotheLeadershipDevelopmentProgramIntroduceyourselfhere_228533/] before taking part in the discussion! Let me first zoom back and talk more broadly about your career and how we can help. When you become a leader on 7 Cups, we want you to find the work fulfilling. Fulfilling work means that it is: a) work you are good at; b) work that is interesting to you; and c) work that solves an important problem or meets an important goal (Thiel, 2015). The sweet spot is that blue area in the middle below. If you do work that you are good at, but not interested in, then you wont do a great job. If you do work that you are interested in, but not particularly good at, then it wont be great work. If you do work that you are good at and interested in, but it isnt helping to solve an important problem, then we wont be a good fit for you. We need alignment on all 3 things. We work very hard at the beginning of your work with us to match your inherent strengths and interests with needs we have so that we can work together to solve problems that we all care about. You have strengths, things that you are just really good at when compared with others. Operating out of your strengths feels good, is personally fulfilling, and enables you to hit flow states [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flow_(psychology)]. As a result, you are much more effective and productive. Operating out of weaknesses is a drain. If you have to do work that you are not good at, then you wont be as effective. Doubling down on your strengths enables you to level up much faster and it helps 7 Cups make much more progress. The next step becomes helping you find ways to identify your strengths, gifts or natural talents. You can learn some of this through self-observation - what do you seem especially good at? Are there things that just come natural to you that are more challenging for others? My wife, for example, is really good at writing; it just comes natural to her. Im pretty good at public speaking, whereas others find it more challenging. Another way is to ask people you trust. You can say: What do you think Im good at? Or: what do you think are my top 1-3 strengths? Things that stand out to you about me? Note: only ask people you trust because sometimes people can give you feedback in a harmful rather than helpful way especially if they are not trustworthy. For the purposes of this course, we are going to use personality tests to help you identify your strengths. Some of these are better than others; they are more reliable and have more research behind them. Broadly, we are using them here to help you begin to map out your strengths and to help you find ways where you can naturally excel here on 7 Cups, in your personal life, and in whatever career your are in or choose further down the road. To start: Go to this site here and take the test: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test [https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test] Next, in the thread below, answer the following questions: ✒️ What is your personality type? Include your 4 letters please (Example: INTJ) ✒️ What were the main things you learned about yourself? ✒️ Please reply to at least 1 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words! ❗After fulfilling the requirements of this post, please check out the next post here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course1PersonalLeadership101_2125/PL101TheBig5Discussion3_225028/1/]! tinyurl.com/Course1Discussion2 [https://tinyurl.com/Course1Discussion2] ------------------------- 🔉 [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Speaker_with_One_Sound_Wave_Emoji_Symbol_%F0%9F%94%89]This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program, find information on it here tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP [https://tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP]
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Course 1, Discussion 3: Avoiding Burnout
by Hope
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more 7 Cups is founded on a community of passionate volunteers who lovingly dedicate their time to providing support. You may face what is called burnout during your journey. You may have already faced this in your real life. Burnout is very real and must be recognized. You can't help fuel someone else when your tank is empty, after all! View picture source here [https://learn.g2.com/job-burnout] To address and learn about burnout, we have created a slidedeck on how to avoid burnou [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Cn4qDGLC7-8JI_MkUP3GNBKMEsYDwGO7MbA2Fa7ozL4/edit#slide=id.p]t. ✒️ We also recommend this growth path on preventing burnout at 7 Cups. [https://www.7cups.com/path/playlist/preventing-burnout-at-7-cups/] ✒️ Activity: Take 5 steps on the burnout prevention path linked above. Post in this thread to let us know you have completed at least 5 steps. ✒️ Please reply to at least 1 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words! ❗After fulfilling the requirements of this post, please check out the next post here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course1PersonalLeadership101_2125/PL101TheBig5Discussion3_225028/1/]! tinyurl.com/Course1Discussion4 [https://tinyurl.com/Course1Discussion4] ------------------------- 🔉 [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Speaker_with_One_Sound_Wave_Emoji_Symbol_%F0%9F%94%89]This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program, find information on it here tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP [https://tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP]
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Course 1, Discussion 2: The Big 5
by Hope
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more Hello Leadership Crew! Begin by taking the Big 5 [https://www.outofservice.com/bigfive/] test and answering the following questions. You can also read more on the Big 5 here [https://www.verywellmind.com/the-big-five-personality-dimensions-2795422] and below. ✒️ What were the main things you learned about yourself? ✒️ What are your strengths as per the test and how can the strengths you identified on both tests help you in your personal life? ✒️ Please reply to at least 1 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words! ❗After fulfilling the requirements of this post, please check out the next post here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course1PersonalLeadership101_2125/PL101TheBig5Discussion3_225028/1/]! tinyurl.com/Course1Discussion3 [https://tinyurl.com/Course1Discussion3] ------------------------- 🔉 [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Speaker_with_One_Sound_Wave_Emoji_Symbol_%F0%9F%94%89]This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program, find information on it here tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP [https://tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP]
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Leadership Development Program - Latest Information Post (2026)
by Hope
Last post
 Monday
...See more Hi everyone! Do you aspire to be a more effective leader and make a tangible impact?  The 7 Cups Leadership Development Program (LDP) equips individuals with the necessary skills to excel in leadership roles, both within the dynamic environment of 7 Cups and beyond. "It truly changed my outlook on what really makes up a leader. From identifying my strengths and aptitudes to conflict resolutions, I was able to learn more about myself in so many ways. I didn't just learn how to be a leader, but also a more ethical and courteous person." - Nerdtastic01 "I am a listener and leader on the site,  it has been one amazing experience to serve in the roles. LDP has been an enriching experience in exploring my leadership aptitude as well as honing my leadership skills . Overall a great experience,  with wonderful mentors ready to support us anytime during the whole program." - Sunisshiningandsoareyou  Why should you join LDP? * Become a More Effective Leader: Develop the skills and knowledge to lead with confidence and make a positive impact. * Boost Your Self-Awareness: Gain a deeper understanding of your strengths and weaknesses to become a more strategic and well-rounded leader. * Master Essential Leadership Principles: Learn the fundamentals of communication, motivation, and delegation to build high-performing teams. * Navigate Diverse Teams: Develop cultural competency to lead and inspire individuals from all backgrounds. What does the LDP offer? * In-depth learning of personal strengths and weaknesses and how they impact your leadership skill * Focused content on cultural diversity * In-depth study of building and maintaining thriving communities as a leader * An in-depth look into foundational leadership principles * Introduction to leadership on 7 Cups and the opportunity to acquire a leadership role before graduation from the program. * Key content learned in the program * Gaining self-awareness through personality tests (Myers & Briggs, The Big 5 and the Enneagram) * In-depth knowledge of building and maintaining communities * Supporting fellow trainees * Components of personal leadership * Study of foundational leadership principles * Lessons on cultural diversity * Obtaining a leadership role The program is best suited for * Users interested in improving their self-awareness * Users interested in understanding the dynamics of thriving communities * Users interested in learning how to become great leaders * Users interested in service leadership * Users interested in joining leadership roles at 7 Cups * Users looking to expand their knowledge of diversity and cultural acceptance * Users who are already active in the community but wish to contribute more in a leadership role * Users looking to advance in their leadership roles on or outside 7 Cups Requirements to join  Listeners: Either be a verified listener or be eligible to become one. You can find information on how to become one here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerLearningJourney_149/ListenerVerificationProject_1839/NewAdditionalCriteriaToBecomeVerifiedListenerGoingLive_230276/] Members * Member account that is older than two weeks on 7 Cups. You can apply even before as long as your account will be two weeks old before the desired start date.  * Have made 20 forum posts (do note the number includes any replies you have made) You can find your joining date and the number of forum posts you made on your profile page.  --> Important Note: No behavior reports in the past 8 weeks. If you do get behavior reports during the program duration, you may not be able to graduate. This is because you can not complete the practical part of LDP (having a leadership role) if you have behavior reports or get them during the duration of the program. Additionally, have a minimum of 3 hours per week to dedicate to the program for the chosen duration  📢Please apply here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFeU5WrT04UvHHn3FDi_0g-XL2ja3Dzh694i9EEUzSM8z3SQ/viewform] Updated requirements to join on November 12, 2024 
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Community Building Course
by FrenchToast
Last post
 Monday
...See more Hi everyone! Welcome to the final course of the Leadership Development Program. Do note that this course also serves as an elective for other academy programs so you are in the right place even if you are not an LDP trainee. Anyone can complete this even if they are not enrolled in any academy program.  Please click on each week to get the link to the chapters and activities, as well as the chapter quizzes. Week One: Chapter 1 & 2 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/1/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Two: Chapter 3 & 4 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekTwoChapter34_222290/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Three: Chapter 5 & 6 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekThreeChapter56_222486/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Four: Chapter 7 & [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFourChapter78_222860/]8 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFourChapter78_222860/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Five: Chapter 9 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFiveChapter9andCourseEvaluationForm_223322/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Evaluation Form [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFiveChapter9andCourseEvaluationForm_223322/] What is this course? It is a learning opportunity based on the teachings of the book ‘Get Together: How to Build a Community with Your People [https://www.amazon.com/Get-Together-build-community-people/dp/1732265194].' The book is written by authors who are experts on community building. We encourage anyone who is interested in community building and management to read the book but it's optional. We have studied the book and summarized the key lessons and their 7 Cups applications. The course will go on for 4 weeks, each week we will look at the findings of two chapters and how the principle knowledge can be applied to 7 Cups. Each week's learning will be accompanied by a quiz to test the knowledge! In order to receive your certificate and the Community Builder badge, you need to complete all quizzes (80% or over-score in all + no copy/pasting for essay questions), and submit the evaluation form. Failure to submit the evaluation form will result in no certificate or badge. Note: Each quiz contains a field where we ask you to apply some of the chapter's teachings. These are essay questions so they are not auto-graded however if a user is found to be copy/pasting the answers to satisfy the word count or not putting in the effort to come up with a relevant answer then the person will not receive a certificate or a badge. This is not a mandatory course so if you choose to take part then please try to study the notes and be honest in your answers. It is the only way to learn! Note:  If you intend to use Artificial Intelligence tools to help you fulfill any of the course’s requirements, you are expected to adhere to our AI policy. You can read it here. [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AnnouncementsandUpdates_2197/7CupsAcademysAIPolicy_326219/] ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramUpdatesAnnouncement_230561/]. Note added on March 26, 2024
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Course 2, Discussion 4: The problem is the path
by FrenchToast
Last post
 Sunday
...See more Hello LDP Team! The problem is the path is the core insight that helps us evolve as individuals and as a community here on 7 Cups. Here is an overview of this course: Course Description: It is natural for us to want to avoid problems. Problems can cause worry, anxiety, and frustration. These are feelings that we often want to avoid. Problems, however, are the key to growth. When we face our problems directly we get smarter and grow stronger. A saying that captures this is: Progress = Pain + Reflection. This course helps you learn the value of problems by highlighting the difference between problems you might be concerned about and problems you can directly solve. Next, it walks you through the ancient practice of steering into problems directly in order to unlock their value and gifts. Finally, it helps you identify and measure progress so you can make continued gains in your personal and professional life. ✒️ Watch the following video and identify 3 things in your circle of concern, 3 things in your circle of influence, and 1 thing you can do to remind yourself to focus on your circle of influence. Watch the video here [https://youtu.be/tD0aFZkFrFA] ✒️ Next, watch the following video and highlight what stands out to you about this executive? What did they do that would be considered proactive as opposed to reactive? Watch the second video here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SMxQ18ojs4] Further Reading (Optional but recommended): This idea of problem is the path is a reoccurring theme in self help books and especially stoicism. If you are interested in learning more about this thought process, we recommend the following books: The obstacle is the way by Ryan Holiday [https://www.amazon.com/Obstacle-Way-Ancient-Turning-Triumph/dp/B078SZG78F/ref=sr_1_3?crid=5R52AUMRP5QC&keywords=obstacle+is+the+way&qid=1669109653&s=books&sprefix=obstacle%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C280&sr=1-3] A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy, by William Braxton Irvine [https://www.amazon.com/Guide-Good-Life-Ancient-Stoic/dp/1522632735] ✒️ Please reply to at least 1 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words! ❗After fulfilling the requirements of this post, please check out the next post here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course2FoundationalLeadershipPrinciples_2490/Course2Discussion5ConflictResolution101DealingwithGossipandTriangulation_292691/]! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course2FoundationalLeadershipPrinciples_2490/Course2Discussion5ConflictResolution101DealingwithGossipandTriangulation_292691/] ------------------------- [https://www.amazon.com/Guide-Good-Life-Ancient-Stoic/dp/1522632735]🔉 [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Speaker_with_One_Sound_Wave_Emoji_Symbol_%F0%9F%94%89]This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program, find information on it here tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP [https://tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP]
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Week Four: Chapter 7 & 8
by Heather225
Last post
 July 2nd
...See more Hi everyone! If you've gotten this far you're almost a well-informed community builder! Please read this post [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/GetTogetherLearningMarathon_221752/] for more information on the course. Please read the chapters' summary below: Open Document Here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oHG5AZRHkhAgflJzvir2GgqO9CyATDeNgxO74n7xCt8/edit#] Ask yourself the following questions to ensure understanding: What is the main message of each chapter? How does each chapter apply to 7 Cups? How can YOU help with the aim of each chapter? Once you have read and understood please take the following quiz. The quiz consists of a variety of questions including essay questions that test your comprehension. In order to move forward to the next week and eventually receive your certificate, you need at least a score of 12/14. If you get a less score, dont worry you can submit again. Open Quiz Here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScG0T4y6RO_KaqPYOdYl2frZYc2-45mTg1eDLxZYQge2LW0uQ/viewform] Don't forget to do the next course here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFiveChapter9andCourseEvaluationForm_223322/]
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Course 3, Discussion 5: Diversity, Cultural Differences, and Second Language Learners
by FrenchToast
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 July 1st
...See more We are truly lucky to have a global community, rich in background and culture. In order to nurture our diverse community, we should each make a conscious effort to understand each other. The more we know, the more mindful we can be of one another's differences. ✉ [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Envelope_Symbol_%E2%9C%89] Please read this doc [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xCR4XASHGjNN4lUXTAhPBsgTsDWSQ41AZiT48SbQtjM/edit] ✒️ Please list some advantages of a diverse team. ✒️ How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups? ✒️ Please reply to at least 1 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words! ❗❗After posting, please... 1. Please complete course 3 quiz [https://forms.gle/8wWUWkAY7VqvFZ7w6] before moving to the next course. 2. Proceed to Course 4! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/CommunityBuildingCourse_2308/Course5CommunityBuildingCourse_291468/] ------------------------- 🔉 [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Speaker_with_One_Sound_Wave_Emoji_Symbol_%F0%9F%94%89]This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program, find information on it here tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP [https://tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP]
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Course 3, Discussion 4: One Key Metric
by FrenchToast
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 July 1st
...See more It is pretty easy to get knocked off track in life. One way to stay on track is to have a core metric that guides you. If you have a north star that you are working towards, then you know how well you are doing. It is harder to be in denial or to participate in activities that are less helpful in meeting that goal. Please watch this video [https://youtu.be/1IAtvoF_aMk] There are 2 parts to this discussion. ✒️ Work with your team or mentor and identify the key metric you are hoping to help move. Post daily (or the cadence that makes sense) in the 3 key things [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdates_100/GlensNookCommunity_547/3KeyThings_212456/1/] thread to highlight what you are doing to help us move 7 Cups forward. Please post here why this goal of choosing a single metric is important. Think of how this is important in your professional life, but also how this can help you personally as well. ✒️ (TW: themes that deal with death) Read chapter 12 of our Searching Soul book [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdatesInformationFortheCommunity_100/Feedback_37/7CupsforthesearchingsoulbookReadandreviewtogetabadge_226942/] and do the exercise where you imagine it is the end of your life. If comfortable, post what you imagine people saying to you at the conclusion of the exercise. If comfortable, then please share how the exercise impacted you. What you imagine them telling you is your compass. If you are acting in a way that is consistent with what they are saying, then it is very likely that you will end up living a meaningful life. Remember to listen to and follow this compass so as not to be distracted by the clock. ✒️ Please reply to at least 1 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words! ❗After fulfilling the requirements of this post, please check out the next post here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course3Becominga7CupsLeader_2491/Course3Discussion5DiversityCulturalDifferencesandSecondLanguageLearners_292697/]! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course3Becominga7CupsLeader_2491/Course3Discussion5DiversityCulturalDifferencesandSecondLanguageLearners_292697/] ------------------------- 🔉 [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Speaker_with_One_Sound_Wave_Emoji_Symbol_%F0%9F%94%89]This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program, find information on it here tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP [https://tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP]
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Course 3, Discussion 3: When you don't get the role you want
by FrenchToast
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 July 1st
...See more Hello, students! Let's talk leadership! Many of you have or will apply for certain roles that interest you! And some times we get it and some times we don't! It can be difficult to find out that we didn't get the role, but we can control how we react to it. Here are some DOs and DON'Ts: - DO talk to the leader of the role that you applied for and get some input on what you can/need to do in order to get the role next time! Be aware though most leaders of these roles are busy so give it some time! - DON'T bring the issue into the support rooms. If you are upset, talking to a peer supporter about how you are feeling is ok! - DO take some self-care, self-care is good for any occasion but its best to deal with those feelings of failure or disappointment outside of 7 cups, things like going on your member account can be so helpful to overcome some of these feelings - DON'T think that you are obligated to stay on 7 cups right after finding out bad news, especially if you are in LSR/TL and you see other listeners who have gotten the role that you wanted! It can be hard to deal with and it can cause unneeded jealousy or hurt on your part! Not everyone is like this but if you think that this is a possibility that you can think this way staying away might be a great option! - DON'T take it personally, everyone is ready at different times. It can be hard for us to realize this but just because someone got the role and they might have been here in less or the same amount of time doesn't mean that you personally are ready! Everyone grows and accomplishes things at different times! - DO get a mentor, in general its a good idea to get a mentor but for things like your goals on 7 cups mentors can be great and helpful! They can give you feedback, do mock chats with you, and overall help you with your goals as I said before! - DON'T think you have to apply for every role and every team out there! There is time you don't have to apply for everything! Its super easy to burnout that way, and that can lead to more "rejection" and hurt that none of us want! *Never let not getting a role the first time discourage you! You will be told when you can apply again and use the feedback that you get to better yourself when you can/decide that you are ready to! practice makes perfect none for us are perfect and no one will ever be! Its a good thing to remember no matter your role as a listener your help is greatly appreciated and you are still helping so many people!* ✒️Question: If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? What would you say to the leader who has informed you? ✒️ Please reply to at least 1 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words! ❗After fulfilling the requirements of this post, please check out the next post here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course3Becominga7CupsLeader_2491/Course3Discussion4OneKeyMetric_292696/]! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course3Becominga7CupsLeader_2491/Course3Discussion4OneKeyMetric_292696/] ------------------------- 🔉 [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Speaker_with_One_Sound_Wave_Emoji_Symbol_%F0%9F%94%89]This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program, find information on it here tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP [https://tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP]
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Week Five: Chapter 9 and Course Evaluation Form
by Hope
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 July 1st
...See more Hi everyone! It has been wonderful seeing the excitement for this course. We are nearing the end of our course! If you are new and just finding out about this course then please read this post [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/GetTogetherLearningMarathon_221752/] for more information on the course. Here is the chapter summary for our last chapter of the book: Open Document Here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q9EuccW68z6OvbP6mmG5iwSVxAshaOpUN7s82iWX7rw/edit#] Open Quiz Here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqmedjNU9jh0PWOT24fbXqfgukmAEhlMXIXE3uyDoaNzzUAQ/viewform] Ask yourself the following questions to ensure understanding: What is the main message of each chapter? How does each chapter apply to 7 Cups? How can YOU help with the aim of each chapter? After completing this quiz and the ones that came beforehand. You are eligible for the certificate and badge if you fulfill the following criteria: ✔️You have scored 80% or over in all Quizzes. ✔️ You put in the work in the essay questions and did not copy/paste from the summary doc ✔️ You have completed ALL of the quizzes If you fulfill the above criteria then please submit the following form: Open Course Evaluation Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWiBfGZULJcSmJe4U84wbjLG9Nu4uFR2UUBRrc6phOSCKPcg/viewform]

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