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Mandt’s General Concepts

A concept, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is an abstract or generic idea generalized from particular instances. In

Change Starts With Us

On January 17th the Department of Education released a press release announcing an initiative to address the inappropriate use of

Four Horseman of Conflict Resolution

Dr. John Gottman is a psychologist and researcher that is recognized primarily for his work with marital relationships. In his

Communicate – every day, every way!

First off, I want to give credit for the title to Hannah Price (in her blog

Longer Days & Shorter Nights

We have just passed December 21st, the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. From now the days will slowly begin to get

The Four Stages of Competence

The four stages of competence theory was developed by Noel Burch of Gordon Training International. It’s a useful way to

Journey Before Destination

I am a big fan of fantasy. I grew up reading Tolkien and C.S. Lewis and later read series by Robert Jordan, J. K. Rowling, R.R.

It All Starts With Attitude

Last year was a challenging year for my wife as it was her first year teaching in a new school system and at a different grade

Mastering the Basics

No matter how skilled a person becomes, it all starts with the “basics”. To develop advanced skills in any subject, a

Perception Checking

I can usually find a way to connect with people, but occasionally it is extremely difficult. Of course, the toughest people to