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Welcome to Leadership Development Program! Introduce yourself here
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 Saturday
...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
Last post
 Friday
...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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7 Cups Academy Leadership Development Program(LDP) Mentors Availability Updates
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 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](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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Have you completed your Last Step?? Let us know here!
by Heather225
Last post
 Friday
...See more You did it! You completed the Leadership Development Program! Please reply to this post and let us know you submitted your Last Step [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRoV7Cl5owRMJoUJo8gNcLwwJ4jZVWMUcKSSEc0tWKCX07Rw/viewform] form! 🎉Congratulations!! 🎉 ------------------------- 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/].
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Leadership Development Program - Latest Information Post (2026)
by Hope
Last post
 September 1st
...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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New LDP Mentors: rkive0777, TovaCares76, pandanfe!
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 February 23rd
...See more Hi everyone! I am incredibly excited to announce our new Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentors: rkive0777, TovaCares76, and pandanfe! Three Fresh Perspectives, One Stronger Team. @rkive0777 is a passionate and hardworking teenie who has been assigned to tracking electives and mentor teen trainees interested in Quality domain and have been wonderfully completing their tasks. @TovaCares76 is a very dedicated LDP mentor, we have been working together since their trial and i am so happy to see tova do such amazing work with us. Tova is incharge of End of Trial Processing/Reminders task and mentoring trainees interested in group support and member roles.  @pandanfe is another amazing addition to our team, pandanfe is reliable, hardworking and tasked with processing course 3 and mentoring trainees interested in subcommunity/forum roles. I am so happy to see these 3 powerhouses join our team. We hope that we can continue to make efforts to make the LDP journey a worthwhile one for you.  So, please, everyone join me in congratulating @rkive0777, @TovaCares76, @pandanfe and welcoming them to the LDP leadership team! Tagging: @awesomeForever34 @pandanfe @TovaCares76 @KellyBx @Yourbuddy30 @rkive0777 @positivePumpkin22 @yourbuddy30 @Hope @MeowgicalCaticorn @courageousPup5706 @thoughtfulWhisper8723 @chillmoon @Sealiously @compassionaterainbow64 @wonderfulComfort5057 @saracambedda @MiguelAngel613 @frostyWinter6806 @Pandadreamer @shiningbeauty72 @wishfulMoment42 @nontalkingkid @RyanListen @dudewithaplan @Enyyknowsyouspecial @Jomi1 @Mayakum @EmaanP @beautifulworld7890 @Decisivehuman7373 @amy0127 @neverendingshiny7905 @SweetPanda156 @jessaiehoral @MistyJasmine @BobbieX @lamimoon @nomadicsoul
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New LDP Mentor Leader: KellyBx
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 February 23rd
...See more Hi everyone! I am incredibly excited to announce our new Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor Leader: @KellyBx Kelly has been one of our most hardworking and consistent mentors, contributing an incredible year of brilliant work to our team. She also completed the ML trial with outstanding performance. I am so proud of you, Kelly! Welcome to the LDP team as Mentor Lead. I’m confident we’ll have an amazing journey ahead with you as our ML! So, please, everyone join me in congratulating @KellyBx! Tagging: @awesomeForever34 @pandanfe @TovaCares76 @KellyBx @Yourbuddy30 @rkive0777 @positivePumpkin22 @yourbuddy30 @Hope @MeowgicalCaticorn @courageousPup5706 @thoughtfulWhisper8723 @chillmoon @Sealiously @compassionaterainbow64 @wonderfulComfort5057 @saracambedda @MiguelAngel613 @frostyWinter6806 @Pandadreamer @shiningbeauty72 @wishfulMoment42 @nontalkingkid @RyanListen @dudewithaplan @Enyyknowsyouspecial @Jomi1 @Mayakum @EmaanP @beautifulworld7890 @Decisivehuman7373 @amy0127 @neverendingshiny7905 @SweetPanda156 @jessaiehoral @MistyJasmine @BobbieX @lamimoon @nomadicsoul
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New LDP Mentor: awesomeForever34
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 November 28th, 2025
...See more Hiii everyone! I am incredibly excited to announce our new Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor - @awesomeForever34 awesomeForever34 is in charge of processing course 1 and 2 and has been working hard making sure all submissions are processed on time. I am happy to say that awesomeForever34 will now be stepping into the role of a Mentor officially for the LDP. Their dedication has been a great contribution to the team and I am very grateful to get the chance to work alongside them, and deliver to you a program that does nothing but benefit you. We hope that we can continue to make efforts to make the LDP journey a worthwhile one for you.  So, please, everyone join me in congratulating @awesomeForever34 and welcoming them to the LDP leadership team! Tagging LDP team: @KellyBx @Yourbuddy30 @positivePumpkin22 @daydreammemories @yourbuddy30 @Hope @MeowgicalCaticorn @Yourstranger1 @Sompo2402 @resilience2025 @zebashelper @TheHearthofBelievers @MicLartey1 @sereneMirage317 @psychologyloverr @AnonymousAvocado01 @reassuringplush @ThirteenHearts @courageousPup5706 @thoughtfulWhisper8723 @chillmoon @Sealiously @Adrestia @compassionaterainbow64 @wonderfulComfort5057 @saracambedda @MiguelAngel613 @frostyWinter6806 @Pandadreamer @shiningbeauty72 @Hedgehogs83 @wishfulMoment42 @nontalkingkid @RyanListen @dudewithaplan @CordialDancer @HealingwithMinionn @Enyyknowsyouspecial @Jomi1 @Mayakum @Nimika @EmaanP
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LDP Mentor Reviews: 2022-2024
by FrenchToast
Last post
 August 22nd, 2024
...See more Hi everyone!! We will be using this forum thread to celebrate the reviews for LDP mentors for the year 2022-2023! Please do join in congratulating your peers ❤️ If you wish to review your LDP mentor, click here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqytO8kX8rwczPfKvhmbesMFcKleiS51LpVuxSRYrZtYkfBQ/viewform]!
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New Mentor Leader: Mahad2804
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 April 24th, 2024
...See more Hiii everyone! I am incredibly excited to announce our new Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor Leader focusing on subcommunities! - @Mahad2804 Mahad has been working hard as LDP mentor and making our subcommunity space fun. I am happy to say that Mahad will now be stepping into the role of a Mentor Leader for the LDP. Their dedication has been a great contribution to the team and I am very grateful to get the chance to work alongside them, and deliver to you a program that does nothing but benefit you. We hope that we can continue to make efforts to make the LDP journey a worthwhile one for you. So, please, everyone join me in congratulating @Mahad and welcoming them to the LDP leadership team! ------------------------- Tagging LDP team: @Hope @DreamTouch @WeEarth @Skansly @rubyjane00 @GoldenRuleJG @azuladragon34 @Kristynsmama @Yourbuddy30
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New Mentor Leader: Comphi
by DreamTouch
Last post
 July 19th, 2023
...See more Hi everyone! I'm excited to announce our new Mentor Leader for the Leadership Development Program (LDP) - @Comphi!! Comphi has been a hardworking and dedicated mentor for LDP and for various roles around the site. Their effort has been a great asset to our team and I'm grateful to work alongside them and deliver you a program that does nothing but benefit you. Please join us in congratulating Comphi and welcoming them to the LDP Leadership team ❤️
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New LDP Mentor: yourbuddy30
by DreamTouch
Last post
 May 29th, 2023
...See more Hi everyone! I hope you are all doing well. I am excited to share our newest addition to our Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor team - @yourbuddy30 @yourbuddy30 will be working on processing Course 3 and 4 as well as mentoring those who would like to get into any role in the chatroom support domain in the teen side. We are grateful for their service and excited to see their contributions to our team! Please congratulate them on their new role ❤️ ------------------------- Tagging LDP team: @Hope @FrenchToastClub @miraculousSoul53 @NoelleListens @positivePumpkin22 @CalmWaves3939 @KimByeongIn @yourbuddy30
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New Mentor Leader: positivePumpkin22
by FrenchToast
Last post
 April 28th, 2023
...See more Hello everyone! I am so very excited to announce our new Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor Leader - @positivePumpkin22! I am happy to say that Pumpkin will be stepping into the role of a Mentor Leader for the LDP. They were one of our first LDP mentors and now I'm pleased to say that Pumpkin has been working hard to keep the program running. Their dedication has been a great contribution to the team and I am very grateful to get the chance to work alongside them, and deliver to you a program that does nothing but benefit you. We hope that we can continue to make efforts to make the LDP journey a worthwhile one for you. So, please, everyone join me in congratulating @positivePumpkin22 and welcoming them to the LDP leadership team!
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Have you gotten into a leadership role during the program?? Let us know!
by Heather225
Last post
 February 3rd, 2021
...See more The LDP has two objectives: to learn how to be a leader, and to become a leader If you are new to 7 Cups leadership, you are working on both of these objectives! This is a space for you to shoutout to your peers! We want to celebrate your achievements! Tell us! - what is your cohort group (July, August, September, etc) - what leadership role(s) have you worked your way into while taking the course?? We are CHEERING YOU ON!

This is a sub-community for the Leadership Development Program. The program is designed to help you become a strong leader. Each course is created to get you to focus on the leader in you and to give you theoretical and practical knowledge of becoming a leader. It also teaches you interpersonal skills, problem-solving, building a community, and even basic leadership principles.

What is required to join?
- For listeners: Verified Listener badge or at least have applied to become a VL (in progress)
- For members: No newbie badge, Appreciated Voice badge

The program’s duration can be either 6 weeks or 8 weeks and we onboard new trainees every Monday. So please apply 5 days before the Monday you wish to join. You can apply here!

Resources for our trainees:

LDP Forms Directory

LDP FAQs

A Guide to 7 Cups Leadership Roles

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