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In search of... EQ in Action!
Since January, I have had the honor of teaching a graduate
level Leadership course at St. Mary's University in Minneapolis. It is a great
program that meets the needs of adult learners on many levels - including those
of us who really like to teach!
Recently, I invited 3 guest speakers to share their
organization's leadership vision - what is it, how was it developed and how is
it being implemented?
What I loved about this experience was the individual and
organizational diversity that each person represented. Quality Bicycle Products
(QBP), University of Minnesota Physicians and Kulture Klub Collaborative
could not be more different and similar at the same time.
All three speakers brought authenticity, motivation and
compassion. They energized us with their clarity of vision/purpose and their
unconscious competence in emotional intelligence. It was a wonderful
morning for all of us.
If you are interested in sharing an EQ in Action story please contact me. I would like publish it in future newsletters. |
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Greetings!
Seems like everyone I talk to these days is a little 'edgy.' No
surprise given the current economic challenges we are facing. And yet -
more often than not, I am starting to hear a few more positive than
negative comments.
All of us will find resources to support our
individual journeys. And over the next few months, I will share some of
the resources I have found to be personally useful.
The first is a podcast series I have been listening to called Repossessing Virtue and is part of the regular Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) Speaking of Faith program. The intention behind this series is to explore the moral, spiritual, and practical aspects of the economic downturn.
 Esther Sternberg is a rheumatologist, stress researcher, and author of The Balance Within. Her brief interview entitled: The Economic Crisis in Biological Terms offers some very practical tips for dealing with stress.
I'd be curious to learn what you are doing to take care of yourself during these uncertain times - drop me a note and let me know. |
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EQ-i Certification Training Deadline Extended...
Registration for the April 21-23 EQ-i Certification Training has been extended to April 3rd. Space is still available. Learn more or register online.
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Good Books etc...
The good news is that there will always be good books and other resources to recommend. The new year has already enlightened me with many good books that I am happy to share with others. Check out Lisa's List for a larger selection of books etc... that I have read and highly recommend.
I am always adding to this list, so be sure to visit often (and let me know what you are reading.)
Here are a few of my current favorites:
 How We Decide
By Jonah Lehrer
A few weeks ago, I listened to an interview that Kerri Miller (MPR's Midmorning
show) did with Jonah Lehrer
entitled Instinct vs. Analysis. I listened to it again recently and think you will find it
interesting.
"Since Plato, philosophers have described the decision-making process as
either rational or emotional: we carefully deliberate, or we blink and
go with our gut. But as scientists break open the mind's black box with
the latest tools of neuroscience, they re discovering that this is not
how the mind works.
Our best decisions are a finely tuned blend of both feeling and reason
and the precise mix depends on the situation. When buying a house, for
example, it s best to let our unconscious mull over the many variables.
But when we re picking a stock, intuition often leads us astray. The
trick is to determine when to use the different parts of the brain, and
to do this, we need to think harder (and smarter) about how we think.
..." Read More
 The Resiliencey Advantage
by Al Siebert (author)
My copy of this book so 'dog eared' and marked up with highlighter that I should really get a new copy. This is a fantastic resource for anyone who has an interest in building personal resilience or helping others through training/coaching to build resilience. It is easy to read and has practical exercises to support the content. "Resiliency - the ability to adapt to life's changes and crises - is the
key to a healthy, productive life. Unfortunately, it's all too easy to
get bogged down by feelings of anger and helplessness. The Resiliency
Advantage helps readers banish negative, self-defeating thoughts and
break free from the roles of "victim" and "good child" while improving
problem-solving skills, maintaining humor and optimism during rough
times, and becoming both self-reliant and socially responsible. By
mastering the five stages of development - sustaining health, energy,
and positive feelings; handling challenges; achieving positive
self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-concept; honing the skills and
attributes of highly resilient people; and developing a talent for
serendipity - readers learn to stand up to adversity, overcome
obstacles, and meet life head on..." Read More
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Good Learning
EQ-i Certification Training
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is a critical competence for personal and professional success. Help your clients lead a more successful and satisfying life by developing their EQ.
The EQ-i (Emotional Quotient Inventory) is the first validated assessment to measure emotional/social functioning. It is being used by coaches and consultants worldwide to support life/work coaching and mentoring, organization, leadership and team development.
Certification training will teach you what you need to know to successfully administer the EQ-i. The session is designed to provide hands-on practice to help you internalize and strengthen your skill at analyzing, interpreting and debriefing the EQ-i.
At the end of EQ-i Certification, you will understand the Bar On model and concepts of emotional intelligence as well as the science behind the instrument.
Learn more about EQ-i Certification training or register online. Note: This program has been approved by the Minnesota Board of Psychology for 21 Continuing Education Hours.
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2009 EQ-i Certification Training Dates
- Apr 21-23 (registration deadline: Apr 3)
- June 17-19 (registration deadline: May 22)
- Sep 16-18 (registration deadline: Aug 23)
- Dec 1-3 (registration deadline: Nov 13)
Note: Classes are limited to 15 participants, so be sure to register early.
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More Good Learning
TED - Do you know about TED? It stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design.
It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from
those three worlds. Since then its scope has become ever broader. The
annual conference now brings together the world's most fascinating
thinkers and doers, who are challenged to give the talk of their lives
(in 18 minutes). Learn more about TED - it is fascinating!
Discovering EQ - This half-day session will introduce the concept of emotional intelligence and answers the questions: What is it, why is it relevant and what can I do to develop it?
EQ Development - This day-long session guides participants through a structured EQ Development planning process. While delivered in a group setting, individuals will work independently on their own EQ plan.
EQ-i Peer Coaching - This program will be available to EQ-i graduates. he intention is to provide on-going support and training to further enhance analysis, interpretation and debrief skills.
Note: More details including dates and fees will be available soon. If you have immediate questions, please contact Lisa Griebel. |
Giving is Good!
Social Responsibility and community service have been core values for Crescendo Inc. from the beginning. Since 1996, we have contributed financially, physically, emotionally and spiritually to many non-profit organizations in Minnesota and around the U.S in the names of our clients. We know that we have and continue to make a difference. For this reason, Crescendo Inc. rewards you for referrals by giving back to your community! When someone you refer to Crescendo Inc. completes EQ-i Certification Training, we make a contribution in your name to the non-profit organization of your choice. For more information, contact Lisa Griebel. |
Recent Testimonials
"I have had a strong interest in Emotional
Intelligence since I first heard about it in the mid 90s. I have since
found it be a tool that provides a great breadth and depth of self
understanding and, ultimately, opportunity for growth.
After being exposed to the EQi assessment for many years, I have
finally been lucky enough to become certified to administer and
interpret it. I say 'lucky' because my trainer was Lisa Griebel, who
made this training a great experience! I have always been fearful of
getting near any kind of statistical training, but Lisa made the
material easy to understand and apply. She used a variety of very
effective teaching methods, and always showed enormous patience with
her students.
I went in fearing my ability to 'pass' the certification, and left feeling that I'd like to take the training all over again!"
~ Psychologist, Coach and HR Consultant
"Thanks to Lisa for making the EQ-i Certification
process a meaningful and relevant learning experience! Her passion and
vast experience with this topic is clearly reflected in various aspects
of the training - - Lisa demonstrates great care and attention to
detail as she paves the way, artfully delivers a blend of theoretical
concepts combined with practical applications in an engaging, fun way
and follows through after the workshop with information and resources
to build confidence! "
~ Learning Strategy Consultant
"My experience with Crescendo, Inc. and Lisa Griebel
has been fabulous from start to finish. From the moment I became
interested in being certified in the EQ-i instrument and made my first
call to Crescendo, through the pre-work, my personal debrief, the
actual training days, and now as an advisor to me, Lisa has been
completely generous with her time and expertise. She provides
incredible customer service and continues her relationship with the
newly certified trainers beyond the session days. Lisa takes a genuine
interest in the success of the people who have been through her
outstanding EQ-I training and supports their ongoing learning."
~ Managing Director - Talent Management Firm
"Lisa Griebel is a gifted teacher and trainer who
strives to enable each workshop participant to grasp and apply EQ-i
concepts. I left the certification training excited and feeling
empowered to utilize what I had just learned to help others in a
variety of personal and professional contexts."
~ Career Development Professional
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Lisa Griebel
Crescendo Inc |
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