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Relationships Relationships are the only real currency in life. As we went through the pandemic, many of us came to have a greater appreciation for our work relationships. The
rooted in themost basichuman desires. We want to know that the people with whom we are connected can be trusted and are telling us the truth. Andy Stanley says that when there is a gap in people’s understanding or expectations, what they fill that gap with depends on the culture of the organization and the nature of the relationship with the leader. People will either fill the gap with trust or suspicion. As a leader, how and what you communicate to your team will engender one of these two reactions. Great leaders will work to establish a culture of trust that starts at the top and works its way throughout the organization. While this is not a list of the five things you should do to be a great leader, it is five things that can help you and your team make strides moving from good to great. This is the season for great leadership and great leaders know how to capture the HEART of those they lead.
The Wendyverse Our friends over at Nation’s Restaurant News had a conversation about Wendy’s entering the metaverse arena on an episode of the Extra Serving podcast. Being the techy futurists we are, we had to check it out! Join Marlon, Amanda, and Mike on their adventure to Wendyverse!
great leader has great relationships with their staff. That doesn’t mean that they are “BFF’s” with everyone on their team, but it does mean that they have an individual connection with as many of their team as possible. Like relationships outside work, each one is unique. Great leaders recognize relationships that are not well established and are comfortable making intentional efforts to strengthen those relationships. This is not a fake attempt to “befriend” someone but an authentic effort to connect with a teammate who may be on the fringe.
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Nation’s Restaurant News
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About this podcast - The Next Up Podcast series is the landing place for those interested in thought leadership. We focus on having real, and open conversations with the most inspiration, intellectual, innovative, individuals from across the globe that share a common desire to help others be the best version of themselves.
Trust To build trust it is key for leaders to operate in truth. Trust is the foundation on which a thriving organization and every successful relationship is built. Truth is
Great Kids Farm with Baltimore City
Public Schools 36 min Welcome to the Urban Update podcast! On this episode I had the opportunity to spend some time at the Great Kids farm which is operated by Baltimore City Public School’s Food and Nutrition Services Department. Joining me I have Anne Rosenthal, their Farm to School specialist, Monique Rolle (Role), the Manager of Menu Planning and Procurement, and their Executive Director, Elizabeth Marchetta. You’ll learn more about the history of the farm, how FNS is using it to educate students, and why it’s important to have fun innovative programs such as this one within child nutrition programs.
the fuel that will drive them forward and it can also elevate a mediocre leader to the next level because it is
Ervin Watson is a 17-year veteran of school nutrition, having served at the local and state level as manager, program administrator and education specialist. He is an enthusiastic professional speaker, trainer and business consultant who is one of the most sought-after speakers and trainers at the local, state and national level. He has twice been selected to present at SNA’s annual conference as part of the Richard B. Russell leadership series. He is currently working on the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access task force for SNA, and he brings a unique perspective to the challenges our industry is facing. Ervin says that the reason he stays so busy is that “…he loves what he does and loves the people he does it for”. Ervin Watson, MBA Speaker, Trainer & Business Consultant | ErvinWatson.com
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Baltimore City Public Schools
Urban School Food Alliance
About this podcast - The Urban Update Podcast is brought to you by the Urban School Food Alliance. The USFA was created in 2012 to address the unique needs of the nation’s largest school districts. As a 501c3 nonprofit, we share best practices, develop procurement strategies, and advocate for the health and wellness of students.
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