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Today is the 155th anniversary when black slaves received the news in Texas of their freedom from Federal soldiers; two and half years after the Civil War ended and the Emancipation Proclamation. Really not that long ago. There have been additional amendments and legislation to secure other freedoms including the 13th Amendment (to abolish slavery, Dec. 1865) and the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Finding Focus and Connection: AgOne Cohort 5, Session Two
By: Laura Davis
Recently, we marked the inspiring kickoff of the 5th Cohort of the AgOne Leadership Program—a pivotal initiative designed to transform leadership across Ohio’s agriculture sector through powerful training and personal coaching.
Program Purpose and Sponsorship
Leadership is a journey, not a destination. I am grateful to participate in the Ag One Leadership Program as part of the pathway on my journey of ongoing development. Throughout the AgOne sessions to date, we have focused on the importance of having a clear vision and setting SMART goals. We have assessed our leadership strengths and weaknesses using the BUILD Assessment. Gaining insights into our Emotional Intelligence to enhance our Self-Awareness has been valuable.
In a world that is constantly moving, where productivity and results are often front and center, emotional intelligence (EI) can feel like a quiet, invisible force. However, EI is a pillar of personal and professional success, shaping how we interact with others, make decisions and navigate life's challenges.
The AgOne Program through Ohio State’s Leadership Center has inspired and encouraged every member of the cohort to grow.
Stacy Irwin
When I was applying to the Fourth Cohort of the AgOne Program the main thought in my mind was using this opportunity to grow in my role as a Leader. From looking at my true self, to building my own personal legacy and learning to be a stronger leader, I found the topics inspiring and thought provoking.
AgOne - Jenna Gregorich
“Your ability to work on cross-functional teams, in matrix organizations, or across organizational boundaries is enhanced by knowing lots of people. Part of working in an organization demands that you find time to create and maintain the relationships you need to be successful.
With today’s hurry-up pace, we’ve lost the notion of making time for other people. Events designed to get employees together after work no longer hold the same interest. We eat at our desk, decline invitations for coffee, and rush to get off work.
“For years now, groups have sought to forge culture by filling offices with ping-pong tables, beanbag chairs, and happy hours. Despite this, engagement levels in these places barely budge. But there’s a better way, and it’s built on a simple distinction: Fun comes in two varieties, shallow and deep.
Shallow fun is the sugary, amusement-park enjoyment of doing pleasurable things together: games, laughter, and music. It affects groups like an adrenaline shot: It adds energy, then quickly wears off.
