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Community Building Course
by FrenchToast
Last post
 November 13th
...See more Hi everyone! Welcome to the final course of the Leadership Development Program. Do note that this course also serves as an elective for other academy programs so you are in the right place even if you are not an LDP trainee. Anyone can complete this even if they are not enrolled in any academy program.  Please click on each week to get the link to the chapters and activities, as well as the chapter quizzes. Week One: Chapter 1 & 2 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/1/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Two: Chapter 3 & 4 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekTwoChapter34_222290/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Three: Chapter 5 & 6 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekThreeChapter56_222486/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Four: Chapter 7 & [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFourChapter78_222860/]8 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFourChapter78_222860/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Week Five: Chapter 9 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFiveChapter9andCourseEvaluationForm_223322/] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekOneChapter12_221753/]Evaluation Form [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/CommunityBuildingCourseChallenge_2072/WeekFiveChapter9andCourseEvaluationForm_223322/] What is this course? It is a learning opportunity based on the teachings of the book ‘Get Together: How to Build a Community with Your People [https://www.amazon.com/Get-Together-build-community-people/dp/1732265194].' The book is written by authors who are experts on community building. We encourage anyone who is interested in community building and management to read the book but it's optional. We have studied the book and summarized the key lessons and their 7 Cups applications. The course will go on for 4 weeks, each week we will look at the findings of two chapters and how the principle knowledge can be applied to 7 Cups. Each week's learning will be accompanied by a quiz to test the knowledge! In order to receive your certificate and the Community Builder badge, you need to complete all quizzes (80% or over-score in all + no copy/pasting for essay questions), and submit the evaluation form. Failure to submit the evaluation form will result in no certificate or badge. Note: Each quiz contains a field where we ask you to apply some of the chapter's teachings. These are essay questions so they are not auto-graded however if a user is found to be copy/pasting the answers to satisfy the word count or not putting in the effort to come up with a relevant answer then the person will not receive a certificate or a badge. This is not a mandatory course so if you choose to take part then please try to study the notes and be honest in your answers. It is the only way to learn! Note:  If you intend to use Artificial Intelligence tools to help you fulfill any of the course’s requirements, you are expected to adhere to our AI policy. You can read it here. [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AnnouncementsandUpdates_2197/7CupsAcademysAIPolicy_326219/] ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramUpdatesAnnouncement_230561/]. Note added on March 26, 2024
Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor Team Availability
by FrenchToast
Last post
 October 20th
...See more NOTE: Please don't post to this thread. Subscribe to this thread and you will get a notification when we update this thread. Hey there! Here is a list of all the Leadership Development Program (LDP) mentors that we will regularly update. You can check here to see who is available for what leadership role and what coursework role. You can reach out to them during your LDP journey for any questions accordingly. At 7cups we encourage breaks, as self-care is a priority, therefore from time to time our LDP Mentors go on breaks, so this post will keep you up to date with these changes. If you don't see a name in the list, that means they are no longer LDP mentor. LDP Mentors who are ACTIVE are colored green, while those who are ON-BREAK are colored red. If a mentor is marked green and they do not respond to you within 3 days, please let me [http://www.7cups.com/@FrenchToastClub] know. All of our active LDP mentors are expected to keep up a 3 day response time. ---> Provide positive or constructive feedback about any academy mentor you have interacted with through the 7 Cups Academy Mentor Review form. 📞Open the mentor review form here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2XnrHWY9kCWIuRyfrEyODlTnHTJOnk0HQ22orLGRneCorVg/viewform] ---> Acknowledge/appreciate a mentor's work by nominating them for an Academy Award.  🏆Open Academy Awards nomination form here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEZIVi3mnziP54xaUoWYZVzI5Xmzg_BcNpKwdE_ac-Hr7BSA/viewform] ________________________________________________________________________________________________ What can an LDP mentor help you with? Any LDP mentor is available to help you with coursework or a leadership role that they specialize in. They can also answer any general LDP guidance, questions, or concerns. They can provide you with resources. That being said, you will still be responsible to submit everything in time according to the deadlines that are set. What can an LDP mentor leader help you with? They have specific responsibilities and are only available in regard to their own tasks like leadership role update or answering questions about any mentor roles that qualify for passing with honors in the LDP. What can an LDP Ambassador help you with? They are available to help you with any graduation-related queries or any certification-related questions. You can also contact them regarding mentor feedback [https://forms.gle/M3DWVWUEbrc52Nir8], badges, extension/contraction of LDP requirements, and overall general guidance. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Mentor List: ➡ yourbuddy30 [http://7cups.com/@yourbuddy30] (Adults and Teens) ➡ Skansly [http://7cups.com/@Skansly] (Adults) ➡ SleepySaleem [http://7cups.com/@Sleepysaleem] (Adults) ➡ DanCat1128 [http://7cups.com/@DanCat1128] (Adults) ➡ Arie3 [http://7cups.com/@Arie3] [http://www.7cups.com/@Arie3] (Teens) ➡ KindleMissie [http://7cups.com/@kindlemissie] (Adults) ➡ hopefulBlossom12 [http://7cups.com/@hopefulblossom12] (Adults) ______________________________________________________________________________________ LDP Ambassador(s): ➡ DreamTouch [http://www.7cups.com/@DreamTouch] (Adults and Teens) ➡ positivePumpkin22 [http://www.7cups.com/@positivePumpkin22] (Adults and Teens) ------------------------- Join the 7 Cups Academy Mentor Team Here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyTeam_2313/Applytobecomeamentorwith7CupsAcademy_303162/]
Graduate with Honors!
by DreamTouch
Last post
 September 19th
...See more Hello LDP trainees 💜 Exciting news! We now have two options available for you to graduate with honors. Here are the updated options: Option 1:  Getting an honor role  So what tracks comes under honor roles? - Chatroom Mentor - Quality Mentor - Teen Chatroom Mentor - Teen Quality Mentor - Community/Forum Mentor - Support Team Leader - Academy Mentor - SPOT Team Member If you already have these roles, no need to do anything! You will automatically be considered for honors and your certificate will reflect the same. Anyone who comes into the LDP with a leadership role is strongly recommended to look through and apply to become a mentor! Like we know, with great power comes great responsibility. So please only carefully apply for these roles as they do involve serious commitment to the community and the wellbeing of it.  Option 2 - Sharing your testimonial Write a testimonial post/article on Linkedin or Medium about your experience in Leadership Development Program, following the instructions detailed here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fgWX4hDVfYdadEt2npDCm6dhaebTfbyFCJLjtgw4WTM/edit?usp=sharing]. Reflect on your journey, articulate your growth, and share insights that can inspire others! If you've chosen this option as an elective, you can complete your testimonial on a different platform than your elective. Please note that you cannot use the same post or platform for both your Honors and elective submissions. If you have any questions regarding the elective, please feel free to PM a LDP mentor [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LDPMentorsTeam_240813/]! ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramUpdatesAnnouncement_230561/].
Are you new to the Leadership Development Program? Introduce yourself here!
by Heather225
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more Welcome, new students! Whether you're just embarking on your leadership journey here, or taking this course to level up your leadership game, we're so excited to have you! To start us off... 1. What week did you sign up for? 2. What made you want to sign up? 3. Are you a leader within our community, or are you a brand new leader looking to enter your first role in this course? 4. One fun fact about you! We hope you enjoy the program!! ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramUpdatesAnnouncement_230561/].
Week 2: Choose the leader you would shadow!
by Hope
Last post
 11 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone! This is week 2 of the academy weekly polls. Today we will be voting for the ideal study space and I will announce the most popular choice on Friday! Choose one leader from the following that you must follow around for 1 week! A. Simon Sinek B. Brené Brown C. Warren Buffet D. Melinda Gates ------------------------- 📢This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team. Learn more about the program here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyPrograms_2311/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram2024_325615/]
Weekly Polls, Week 3: If Leadership Were a Sport, What Would It Be?
by Hope
Last post
 12 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone! This is week 3 of the academy weekly polls. I will announce the most popular choice on Friday! So let's get voting!  Reminder: It's okay if we do not have your preferred option, choose the closest one. Please only select from what's given and choose one! If Leadership Were a Sport, What Would It Be? A. Chess (strategic and thoughtful) B. Basketball (fast-paced teamwork) C. Marathon (endurance and perseverance) D. Soccer (global and cooperative) ------------------------- 📢This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team. Learn more about the program here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyPrograms_2311/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram2024_325615/]
Weekly Poll, Week 4: What’s Your Favorite Procrastination Activity? (Poll Closed)
by Hope
Last post
 12 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well. This is week 4 of the academy weekly polls. I will announce the most popular choice on Friday! It's okay if we do not have your preferred option, choose the closest one. Please only select from what's given and choose one! So let's get voting!  What’s Your Favorite Procrastination Activity? A) Scrolling through social media B) Watching videos online C) Tidying up your room D) Chatting with friends ------------------------- 📢This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team. Learn more about the program here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyPrograms_2311/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram2024_325615/]
Academy Polls, Round 9: What’s the most helpful self-compassionate habit for leaders?
by Hope
Last post
 12 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone! I hope you have been well. It's time for another academy poll! Reminder: The poll closes on Friday. Get your answers in before Friday. You can still take part afterward, it just won't be counted in the final poll results once they are posted. Please select only 1 option, choose the most relevant one!  What’s the most helpful self-compassionate habit for leaders? a) Setting realistic expectations for myself b) Taking time to reflect and recharge c) Delegating tasks without guilt d) Celebrating my strengths and growth 💡Join the rest of the polls here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/FunCorner_2196/AcademyPollsRound9Masterpost_340800/] ------------------------- 📢This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team. Learn more about the program here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyPrograms_2311/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram2024_325615/]
Weekly Poll, Week 5: What is the best way to celebrate a team's success?
by Hope
Last post
 12 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone! I am here to share the weekly poll with you. I will try to put them out every week.  Reminder: The poll closes on Friday. Get your answers in before Friday. You can still take part afterward, it just won't be counted in the final poll results once they are posted. Please select only 1 option, choose the most relevant one!  What is the best way to celebrate a team's success?  a) A shoutout and recognition b) Team lunches or outings c) Personal thank you notes d) Organize a fun team activity ------------------------- 📢This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team. Learn more about the program here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyPrograms_2311/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram2024_325615/]
Academy Polls, Round 6: How would you reward your team after a major success?
by Hope
Last post
 12 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone! I hope you are well. Here is another poll! Reminder: The poll closes on Friday. Get your answers in before Friday. You can still take part afterward, it just won't be counted in the final poll results once they are posted. Please select only 1 option, choose the most relevant one!  How would you reward your team after a major success? a) A team celebration trip b) A surprise day off c) A big thank-you dinner d) Personalized gifts for everyone ------------------------- 📢This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team. Learn more about the program here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyPrograms_2311/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram2024_325615/]
Academy Polls, Round 8: Who or what inspires you to be more grateful?
by Hope
Last post
 12 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone! I hope you are well. Here is another poll! Reminder: The poll closes on Friday. Get your answers in before Friday. You can still take part afterward, it just won't be counted in the final poll results once they are posted. Please select only 1 option, choose the most relevant one!  Who or what inspires you to be more grateful? a) A family member b) Friends or colleagues c) A mentor or teacher d) My personal experiences 🔎Join more fun polls here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/FunCorner_2196/AcademyPollsRound8Masterpost_340277] ------------------------- 📢This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team. Learn more about the program here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/academy/AcademyPrograms_2311/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram2024_325615/]
Christmas Music
by DanCat1128
Last post
 19 hours ago
...See more Hi LDP squad!! So Christmas is quickly approaching 🙀 I know!!! Everywhere I go there's Christmas music!! So our week's ice breaker is.... When do you start listening to Christmas music? Tagging: @Arie3 @Skansly @sleepysalem @KindleMissie @Yourbuddy30 @DanCat1128 @positivePumpkin22 @sleepysaleem @Hope @DreamTouch @MeowgicalCaticorn @Snowpudding @comfortableLight9337 @PeacefulOnes @ElenaDeMonaco @youaresafe953 @JustLikeMellie @Moonstar2345 @VioletteB82   
Course 2, Discussion 2: Lead by example
by Hope
Last post
 19 hours ago
...See more Great Leadership, unsurprisingly, starts with yourself! Practice what you preach. Lead by example. I am sure all of you heard these phrases. But why are they so iconic? Because the journey starts with the first step and you are the person who is taking the initiative to lead -- Start a journey! So, you are the one who needs to take the first step before expecting others to do it. To start with leading yourself, close your eyes and visualize two people: someone who inspired and encouraged you to be like them, and someone who discouraged you to be not like them. Then, write down the good qualities of the person who inspired you as well as the qualities of the second person. You do not have to be specific with the details. Just a bulleted list. Now, compare the list to yourself. Note the good qualities you have, the bad qualities you have, and give yourself a rating on a scale of 1-10. What we just did is identified your strengths and weaknesses and what you need in order to lead yourself. This allows you to create self-awareness. Self-awareness is key to leading yourself in the right direction. But, leading yourself is not easy. Just being self-aware isn't enough. It's igniting the spark but not enough to catch the fire. To catch the fire, you need to be persistent with your practice, which is regular reflection. Be consistent with monitoring your efforts and holding yourself accountable. You can't effectively lead others until you know how to lead yourself. That happens through Self-Observant Leadership: when you deeply understand your identity, compare it to your reputation (how others experience you) and then make meaning of the observations, and choose to adapt. Exercise: ✒️ What did you learn about yourself through the given exercise? ✒️ Respond to one of your peers in this thread ❗After fulfilling the requirements of this post, please check out the next post here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course2FoundationalLeadershipPrinciples_2490/Course2Discussion3HighExpectationsandHighWarmth_292688/]! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/Course2FoundationalLeadershipPrinciples_2490/Course2Discussion3HighExpectationsandHighWarmth_292688/] ------------------------- 🔉 [https://coolsymbol.com/copy/Speaker_with_One_Sound_Wave_Emoji_Symbol_%F0%9F%94%89]This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program, find information on it here tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP [https://tinyurl.com/AcademyLDP]
Have you completed your Last Step?? Let us know here!
by Heather225
Last post
 22 hours ago
...See more You did it! You completed the Leadership Development Program! Please reply to this post and let us know you submitted your Last Step [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRoV7Cl5owRMJoUJo8gNcLwwJ4jZVWMUcKSSEc0tWKCX07Rw/viewform] form! 🎉Congratulations!! 🎉 ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramUpdatesAnnouncement_230561/].
Leadership Oath
by GlenM
Last post
 Tuesday
...See more The Leadership Oath is an honorific oath that you take as a leader once you have started the Leadership Development Program and completed one course in the program. This commitment to leadership in undertaking the LDP is important because it suggests you are committed to increasing your skills and leveling up your commitment to our community. It also suggests that you deeply care for others and that serving to others is a key part of your identity. If you have enrolled in the LDP, and you have completed at least one course, and you want to make this commitment, then please do the following. Below this post, type out the leadership oath below. Do not cut and paste it. Typing it helps you really think through what you are committing to. Next, at the bottom, sign it with your listener name like this: My (GlenM's) Leadership Oath: Leadership Oath I pledge a moral oath before the 7 Cups community and fellow leaders, making them my witnesses, that I will fulfill to the best of my ability and judgment this covenant and undertaking. I will use my gifts, strengths, and talents to serve the 7 Cups community. I will work alongside other leaders and staff to make a measurable impact in my track or domain. I will treat others with dignity and respect. I will not disparage other people or 7 Cups. I will practice high warmth and high expectations for others; this means that I will care deeply for them and I will also expect them to try hard and put in real work that has a tangible impact. I will expect the same from myself and I will hold myself accountable. I will work hard to listen to constructive criticism and feedback. I will strive to look at my own challenges as opportunities to grow and learn as a leader. I will recognize when I don't know something and will ask for help when I need it. I will know my own abilities and limitations. I will grow in knowledge, understanding, and skill, to work collaboratively with leaders and staff. I will continue to try hard and work with perseverance, especially when things are difficult, challenging or uncertain. I will demonstrate teamwork and flexibility by sharing projects and responsibilities with my fellow leaders and understanding that we are working toward a common goal. I understand that I am a leader and I am a part of something bigger than myself. I am honored to serve the 7 Cups community. I will keep this promise as a person of integrity and as a leader, and I will do everything in my power to facilitate the strengthening of other leaders and the broader 7 Cups community. Signed: //GlenM// ------------------------- This post is brought to you by the Leadership Development Program Team, find out more information about the program here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LeadershipDevelopmentProgramUpdatesAnnouncement_230561/].

This is a sub-community for the Leadership Development Program. The program is designed to help you become a strong leader. Each course is created to get you to focus on the leader in you and to give you theoretical and practical knowledge of becoming a leader. It also teaches you interpersonal skills, problem-solving, building a community, and even basic leadership principles.

What is required to join?
- For listeners: Verified Listener badge or at least have applied to become a VL (in progress)
- For members: No newbie badge, Appreciated Voice badge

The program’s duration can be either 6 weeks or 8 weeks and we onboard new trainees every Monday. So please apply 5 days before the Monday you wish to join. You can apply here!

Resources for our trainees:

LDP Forms Directory

LDP FAQs

A Guide to 7 Cups Leadership Roles

Introduction thread

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