The Summer Solstice has passed us. The Summer of Celebrations, however, has just begun! Let’s take advantage of these longer days to check our mindset, make tiny changes to our leadership style, and clear our work cache.
Remember to check out our Summer of Celebrations page —we’ve scheduled three in-person events on campus to network, you can submit an entry on the Celebrations Wall, and downloadable appreciation images. Go to https://campussupervisorsnetwork.wisc.edu/soc/.
*Note: Don’t fret if you can’t get to all of these resources! You can choose one or two that interest you if you’re short on time.
:: Image of the Week
Most of the time, we go through our lives with a zoomed-in lens, one that focuses our attention on the present moment. Our life shrinks down to this year, this month, this season.
That’s what makes good times so good and hard times so hard. They can be all-encompassing.
Learning how to zoom out, to put this moment into a greater perspective, is an essential skill. It helps you to increase your joy and to increase your resilience.
In good times, remember: this will change. So savor it.
In hard times, remember: this will change. So hold on.
From The New Happy daily blog post: https://www.thenewhappy.com/blog/it-will-change
:: Mental Health and Self-Care
3 Reasons Vacation Clears Your Work Cache
Dr. Norman Vincent Peale talked about how a constantly bent bow will break. The bow needs pressure released to function well. Dr. Stephen Covey extolled the seventh habit of sharpening the saw. If you saw without a break to sharpen, you work harder with less production. In today’s technology-driven environment, think of this principle of necessary self-care as clearing your cache. You know how your browser slows down, and perhaps your computer, if you don’t clear your cache?
Take a week-long vacation designed to clear your cache. Avoid browsing in your work while you do. Here’s Dr. Joey Faucette’ experience along with 3 Reasons Vacation Clears Your Work Cache:
https://www.workpositive.today/blog/3-reasons-vacation-clears-your-work-cache
“20 years from now, the only people who will remember that you worked late are your kids.” – David Clarke
:: Work Culture & Team Development
Stop Trying to Be Indispensable at Work
The quest for indispensability at work often leads to a paradoxical professional dead-end. It’s a widespread misconception that being indispensable makes your position secure. However, the harsh truth is that everyone is replaceable. While it’s important to be a valuable asset to your team and organization, aiming for indispensability can actually be counterproductive. So what do you do instead? The aim should be to make a significant impact. See this article by Administrative Professionals Conference keynote speaker Chrissy Scivicque.
https://eatyourcareer.com/2024/01/stop-trying-to-be-indispensable-at-work-do-this-instead/
“Inspiration is for amateurs; the rest of us just show up and get to work.” – Chuck Close
How to Get Your Team to Actually Speak Up
There is a common leadership misconception that merely encouraging team members to voice their opinions will foster an environment of openness. But people won’t speak up unless they feel safe doing so. As a leader, this means you have to address the underlying reasons for employee reticence, including the individual and systemic barriers to speaking up.
https://hbr.org/2024/06/how-to-get-your-team-to-actually-speak-up
:: LinkedIn Learning
1% Leadership: How Tiny Changes Forge Great Leaders
If you’re looking to get better at leadership, there’s not a single path and no secret trick to being a great leader. Leadership is a set of skills, and you can’t acquire them all at once. In this audiobook summary, leadership and security expert Andy Ellis shares some key takeaways from his book 1% Leadership: Master the Small Daily Improvements that set Great Leaders Apart. Andy explains how you can develop your leadership skills a little bit every day, the perils of trying to be a great leader all at once, the self-care required for good leadership, and more.
“Be less curious about people and more curious about ideas.” — Marie Curie
:: Self-Leadership Development
Are You an Intentional Leader?
Management and leadership are both important but management is a skill and leadership is a choice. Good leadership is intentional and good leadership feels intentional. Read this post from UW-Madison employee Ella Tschopik on LinkedIn to learn more about her ideas on leadership.
The Power of Mindset with Dr. Josh Axe
Dr. Josh Axe is a certified doctor of natural medicine and a clinical nutritionist. He is passionate about helping people use food, lifestyle, and mindset to heal and prevent illness. He recently authored a book titled “Think This, Not That,” which explores mindsets that can lead to breakthroughs in life.
In this podcast, Greg McKeown interviews Josh about the power of mindsets and mind shifts in achieving personal growth and significantly impacting the world. Josh shares two personal stories of mind shifts that transformed his life—one involving a life-threatening medical condition and another related to his academic abilities. He emphasizes the importance of adopting growth mindsets and seeking inspiration from individuals who have achieved greatness in various fields. The conversation delves into the role of limiting beliefs, the impact of the medical profession’s fixed mindset, and the need to challenge societal narratives. Josh also discusses the significance of character development and the pursuit of one’s unique gifts and talents to maximize personal growth and make a positive difference in the world.
https://gregmckeown.com/podcast/episode/the-power-of-mindset-with-dr-josh-axe-part-1
:: CSN’s Book of the Week Recommendation
Thinking at the Speed of Bias: How to Shift Our Unconscious Filters
It’s no surprise that nearly everyone holds unconscious beliefs about different social and identity groups, but these beliefs are far more prevalent than conscious prejudice. As a leader, what can you do to uproot unconscious bias and nurture a culture of inclusion, belonging, and equity?
As a renowned DEI expert, bestselling author, and founder of deepSEE Consulting, Sara Taylor tackles unconscious bias in our polarized world, “Thinking at the Speed of Bias: How to Shift Our Unconscious Filters.”
The book covers topics such as:
– Practical strategies to create positive change – both as an individual and within your organization.
– An understanding of the three functions and three types of unconscious Filters
– Straightforward techniques to interrupt unconscious Filters.
– Long-term development processes for both individuals and organizations to create greater equity and more!
https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Speed-Bias-Unconscious-Filters/dp/1523006765
Sara also has a podcast called “What’s the Difference?” which covers the tough questions about the practice of diversity and inclusion in organizations.
https://whatsthedifferencepodcast.com/
:: Kindness in Leadership
The Kindness Advantage Podcast
On this episode of The Kindness Advantage Podcast, Cindy Rowe shows you how to integrate kindness into your BUSY workday, even with a packed schedule! She shares ideas and tips for time-saving hacks to show appreciation to colleagues, manage stress, and boost overall productivity. Listen and learn how small acts of kindness can make a BIG difference!
YouTube: https://lnkd.in/giiTzFBm
“If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else.” – BOOKER T. WASHINGTON
:: Upcoming Events
Fueling Your Dreams: Treating Burnout with Belonging (DreamBank)
The demands of today’s fast-paced world and post-pandemic work environments are greater than ever. If you’re experiencing burnout — you’re not alone. Join Alida Miranda-Wolff, strategist, culture consultant and best-selling author, to explore the root causes of burnout and learn practical strategies to reclaim your energy and well-being. Whether you’re managing your own feelings of stress and overwhelm or are concerned about supporting and retaining top talent on your team, this dynamic session will provide a roadmap to a better future, built on purpose, belonging and balance for all.
This would be a great session to share with others on your team!
“At American Family Insurance, life’s better when you’re under our roof because when you feel supported and protected, any dream is possible. That’s why we created DreamBank, an inspirational community destination and virtual experience that provides events, signature experiences, and resources to help people pursue, achieve, and protect their dreams.”
Date: Wednesday, June 26
Time: 12-12:45 pm CST
Online (registration required)
CSN’s ‘Summer of Celebrations’ Networking Events
>> Chazen Museum Self-Guided Tour
Celebrate the arts on campus! CSN members will meet at the Chazen Museum front entrance to enjoy a self-guided tour of some of their works, and network.
Date: July 18, 2024
Time: 10:30 am-12:00 pm
Registration Deadline: July 12
Register Here: https://go.wisc.edu/54imfu
More information about Chazen can be found at https://chazen.wisc.edu/
>> Allen Centennial Gardens Walking Tour
Celebrate nature and the outdoors! CSN members will meet at the Allen Centennial Gardens front entrance to enjoy a walking tour of some of the gardens, do some optional art projects and thank you note writing, and network. Note: dogs are welcome on a leash! Bring your furry workmate along.
Date: July 31, 2024
Time: 1:30-3:00 pm
Registration Deadline: July 30
Register Here: https://go.wisc.edu/3mr39m
More information about Allen Centennial Gardens can be found at https://allencentennialgarden.wisc.edu/plan-your-visit/
>> Babcock Dairy Tour and Tasting
Celebrate industry and discover dairy delights. Observe, indulge, and learn at Babcock Dairy! CSN members will meet at the Dairy Store for an observation experience to learn more about Babcock Dairy behind the scenes. We’ll visit the store for a treat* and head outside to enjoy it while we network and celebrate.
*A complimentary scoop of Babcock ice cream is included in this session!
Date: August 15, 2024
Time: 10:30-11:30 am
Registration Deadline: August 8
Register Here: https://go.wisc.edu/dw1ly6
More information about Babcock Dairy can be found at https://babcockdairystore.wisc.edu/observation-deck-tours/