by Multiple Contributors The Leading Through Connection Network Diagnostic is a reflective tool that guides participants through the process of visually mapping their professional relationships — examining each through the lens of development, purpose, sponsorship, and support. Recently, Buellers had the opportunity to work through this tool together, facilitated by Katie Danna-Poston, Cohort 10. Below, …
by Becky Keigan, Cohort 4 As the year winds down, I find myself reflecting on the steady heartbeat of the BECLN—you, us, our members. Your engagement, curiosity, and care have shaped our network into something far more powerful than any single meeting or initiative. Together, you’ve created a living, breathing community with purpose woven through …
by Vani Tangella, Cohort 12 This year, nine Buell Leaders came together for the second round of Cultivating Compassion: Navigating Cultural Differences and Conflict with Care. The offering combined the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI), the Intercultural Conflict Style (ICS) assessment, and trauma-informed coaching sessions. Our hope was to create space not just for understanding, but …
By: Julio Alas (él, he, him), Cohort 14 Recently, I was gifted a beautiful image and quote from a dear friend that reads: “You are in the wave of serendipity. You are ripe for opportunity, experience, and adventure. You are always at the right place at the right time. Trust the Universe.” This gift arrived …
by Connie Haberman, Cohort 9 Scroll down to read in Spanish / Desplácese hacia abajo para leer en español “It is literally impossible to be a woman. You are so beautiful, and so smart, and it kills me that you don’t think you’re good enough. Like, we have to always be extraordinary, but somehow we’re …
By Allison Alexander, Cohort 13 We live in a time when showing up as a leader is challenging. The number of worries that could fill our minds at any given moment is not insignificant. The media, of all kinds, is ready to remind us of the fragile state of everything should we fall momentarily …
by Taran Schneider, Cohort 8 As I sit back and reflect on where I am in my personal and professional leadership journey, I feel both grateful and a little in awe of how far I’ve come. The past handful of years have been a whirlwind of intense change, growth, and challenges. I’ve had the privilege …
By Diana Hererra, Cohort 9 When asked to write something for the BECLN Leaders Corner Blog I was sent some prompts that had me reflecting on my leadership journey so far. During that reflection it struck me how my professional leadership priorities have been influenced hugely by my personal experiences over the years. As most …
by Katie Danna-Poston, Cohort 10 Over the past few years, I have practiced being more intentional about recognizing the joy present in the ordinary moments of everyday life. It seems the simple practice of jotting down the glimmers, or small moments that spark joy, helps to prime my brain to take note of and experience …
By Jenna Augustine, Cohort 7 A journey through the U. First, there are threads of possibility. Potential, good intentions, and uncertainty. Threads leading in one direction, threads that lead up and down, some that weave together, and others that are so different they stand alone. Which one to choose? Which one is right? Be …
