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Originally posted in our February 2024 Top of Mind Newsletter. In Joseph Nguyen’s book, “Don’t Believe Everything You Think,” he reminds us that our interpretation of events shapes our emotional response, not the events themselves. This insight underscores the power of mindset in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities. By understanding how our thoughts influence outcomes, we can cultivate resilience and find happiness amidst adversity—a fundamental principle of the entrepreneurial mindset. “It’s not about the events that…

Originally posted in our January 2024 Top of Mind Newsletter. Creating psychological safety, vital for fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, is a delicate balance for leaders. Striving for open communication, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, and valuing honest feedback are all essential components.  However, there’s often an unconscious tension between encouraging authenticity and maintaining a comfortable equilibrium. Many leaders inadvertently adopt performative psychological safety, hindering their teams. Data indicates that only a quarter of leaders possess…

Originally posted in our January 2024 Top of Mind Newsletter. For fans of Sir Ken Robinson’s “Do Schools Kill Creativity?” TedTalk, may we introduce Richard Williams’ (Prince EA) spoken word piece, “What is School For?” A poignant reflection on what school is for the typical student, this piece goes through the ups and downs of learning in modern schooling. But what’s more, he does it while citing studies about school start times, referencing the difference between…

Originally posted in our December 2023 Top of Mind Newsletter. In this thought-provoking piece from The Hechinger Report, we hear about the author’s perspective on how modern students are not being given the tools to become effective problem-solvers or critical thinkers. “The rigid structure of the traditional K-12 education system leaves little room for students to engage in real-world problem-solving scenarios. In many cases, it stifles creativity and curiosity, discouraging students from questioning established norms or…

Originally posted in our December 2023 Top of Mind Newsletter. In the landscape of education, Haim G. Ginott’s poignant text serves as a reminder of the teacher’s decisive influence. It underscores the teacher’s power to influence the climate of their classroom, emphasizing the responsibility to foster a positive and nurturing environment.  I’ve come to a frightening conclusion that I am the decisive element in the classroom. It’s my personal approach that creates the climate. It’s my…