Author: gassen

“She believed she could, so she did.” A growth mindset is often reflected in the words of others. It can be found on T-shirts and notebooks that say “I am smart”, it’s written on walls with Sharpies at school, but growth mindset is not just something you hear about; growth mindset is something you can …

Planners’ Picks A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning This week let’s check in on our own mental health, boost our joy, and shatter that imposter thinking. We also have more on hybrid work, and some events to talk about.   ||| Resources on Mental Health and Self-Care ||| The Dutch …

The Office of Student Financial Aid is seeking nominations for Student Employee of the Year. The competition is hosted by the National Student Employment Association. Scholarships will be awarded to the top three student employees at UW–Madison. Students must be nominated by their supervisors. The deadline to nominate outstanding student employees is Thursday, Nov. 11. …

In Heather Younger’s book The Art of Caring Leadership, she talks about looking for the greatness in those you lead and also involving them in processes and initiatives (chapters 3 & 4). What does this look like in practice? This book was featured in CSN’s Summer Book Club series earlier this year. Now we will dive …

Planners’ Picks A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning We continue to plow forward and harvest the good of leadership from the field. Before there’s frost on your pumpkin, follow these links to some resources on mental health, communicating up and down the chain, self-leadership, and team development. Who’s in your …

Don’t be afraid to take risks. Each of us is an amazing, capable vessel. We are not meant to be kept in port. “If the highest aim of a captain were to preserve his ship, he would keep it in port forever.” —Thomas Aquinas

Planners’ Picks A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning This week we touch on vulnerability and emotional intelligence, empathy and happiness. Be the manager people won’t leave!   ||| Resources on Self-Leadership Development ||| How Can Embracing Vulnerability Improve Our Workplace Relationships? Few things build trust, connection, and psychological safety better …

We are excited to share an upcoming opportunity for students. The Student Employee Diversity Forum Series will be taking place virtually the week of October 18th. This Series features multiple sessions on a variety of topics & guest facilitators taking place throughout the week. While sessions are geared towards Student Employees, any student who is …

How Do You Lead The Whole Person at Work? In Heather Younger’s book The Art of Caring Leadership, she talks about leading the whole person as one of the nine tenets of caring leaders. What does this look like in practice? This book was featured in CSN’s Summer Book Club series earlier this year. Now we …

Planners’ Picks A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning We’re in the 4th quarter of the year if you can believe it! Let’s finish strong with some leadership tips focusing on communicating with your team, building your management muscle, checking in on your own mental health, and finally developing and building …