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Community Building Course
by FrenchToast
Last post
 1 day ago
...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
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Graduate with Honors!
by DreamTouch
Last post
 December 9th, 2024
...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/].
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LDP Coursework Breakdown
by FrenchToast
Last post
 December 8th, 2024
...See more Hi all. I hope you all are doing well. Welcome to the Leadership Development Program. The program is divided into two components: Coursework and Leadership Role. We have five courses to complete in order to graduate from the program. That can be tricky to manage so here's a recommended breakdown for each week of the program you will be in. As of December 6 2021 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LDPUpdate_264744/], LDP trainees can choose how long they aim to finish a program in: 6 weeks or 8 weeks. Here's a brief overview of what each timeline requires and breakdowns: 6 weeks requirements: - Coursework - Midway evaluation form (At week 3) - A leadership role - Last step form (At week 6) 6-week breakdown: Week 1: Course 1 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing]and explore leadership resource center [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LDPLeadershipPositionsResourceCenter_2141/] to see which role you might be interested in. (If you are not a verified listener, please work on getting verified asap!) Week 2: Course 2 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] and submit End of Trial Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScobzlKVHOpNyyIcrB7BHM1BzSs8NOXktKa1YC8DHYviQ5CCA/viewform]. Select an elective [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LDPElectives_293191/]. Week 3: Course 3 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] and submit midway evaluation form [https://forms.gle/K9xvz1mXFrrQNRgZ6] + check in with your LDP roles mentor Week 4: Course 4 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] + Work on elective Week 5: Course 4 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] and check in with your LDP roles mentor (at this point you should have applied for a role) + check if you can graduate with honors [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LDPAnnouncementsAppreciation_2121/Graduatewithhonors_245268/]. Week 6: Get trained, finish up any roles application and check in with your team leader + finish your elective + submit last-step form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScm4L0KBMd8pcPaFlg4Q_ZHZiiQ6i4ohgwTmTGaYq2g9BJ6LQ/viewform]. _____________________________________________________________________________ 8 weeks requirements: - Coursework - Midway eval form (At week 5) - A leadership role - Last step form (At week 8) 8-week breakdown: Week 1: Course 1 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] and explore leadership resource center [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LDPLeadershipPositionsResourceCenter_2141/] to see which role you might be interested in. (If you are not a verified listener, please work on getting verified asap!) Week 2: Continue working on course 1 if not completed and submit End of Trial Form [https://forms.gle/rQHgGbZcockR1t2K7]. Select an elective [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LeadershipDevelopmentTrack_2138/LDPElectives_293191/]. Week 3: Course 2 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] + check in with your LDP roles mentor Week 4: Course 3 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] Week 5: Course 3 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] and midway evaluation form [https://forms.gle/K9xvz1mXFrrQNRgZ6] + check in with your LDP roles mentor Week 6: Course 4 [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nz_dIGFWXx4aDxEU0KLl09QQtt_LaKd57y_TbtV7YLw/edit?usp=sharing] + Work on elective Week 7: Continue with course 4 and check in with your LDP roles mentor (at this point you should have applied for a role) + check if you can graduate with honors [https://www.7cups.com/forum/LeadershipDevelopmentProgram_202/LDPAnnouncementsAppreciation_2121/Graduatewithhonors_245268/]. Week 8: Get trained, finish up any roles application and check in with your team leader + finish your chosen elective + submit last-step form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScm4L0KBMd8pcPaFlg4Q_ZHZiiQ6i4ohgwTmTGaYq2g9BJ6LQ/viewform]. _____________________________________________________________________________ If you need an extension, please reach out to @FrenchToastClub. Extensions are contingent upon review and progress. Please note that this is a *recommended* breakdown. You can do it at your own pace if you'd like! All blue highlights are clickable. If you need a LDP mentor, please feel free to reach out to one here. [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/].
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Have you completed your Last Step?? Let us know here!
by Heather225
Last post
 Wednesday
...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/].
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Are you new to the Leadership Development Program? Introduce yourself here!
by Heather225
Last post
 Tuesday
...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/].
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Leadership Development Program 2025
by Hope
Last post
 December 5th, 2024
...See more Hi everyone! Do you aspire to be a more effective leader and make a tangible impact?  The 7 Cups Leadership Development Program (LDP) equips individuals with the necessary skills to excel in leadership roles, both within the dynamic environment of 7 Cups and beyond. "It truly changed my outlook on what really makes up a leader. From identifying my strengths and aptitudes to conflict resolutions, I was able to learn more about myself in so many ways. I didn't just learn how to be a leader, but also a more ethical and courteous person." - Nerdtastic01 "I am a listener and leader on the site,  it has been one amazing experience to serve in the roles. LDP has been an enriching experience in exploring my leadership aptitude as well as honing my leadership skills . Overall a great experience,  with wonderful mentors ready to support us anytime during the whole program." - Sunisshiningandsoareyou  Why should you join LDP? * Become a More Effective Leader: Develop the skills and knowledge to lead with confidence and make a positive impact. * Boost Your Self-Awareness: Gain a deeper understanding of your strengths and weaknesses to become a more strategic and well-rounded leader. * Master Essential Leadership Principles: Learn the fundamentals of communication, motivation, and delegation to build high-performing teams. * Navigate Diverse Teams: Develop cultural competency to lead and inspire individuals from all backgrounds. What does the LDP offer? * In-depth learning of personal strengths and weaknesses and how they impact your leadership skill * Focused content on cultural diversity * In-depth study of building and maintaining thriving communities as a leader * An in-depth look into foundational leadership principles * Introduction to leadership on 7 Cups and the opportunity to acquire a leadership role before graduation from the program. * Key content learned in the program * Gaining self-awareness through personality tests (Myers & Briggs, The Big 5 and the Enneagram) * In-depth knowledge of building and maintaining communities * Supporting fellow trainees * Components of personal leadership * Study of foundational leadership principles * Lessons on cultural diversity * Obtaining a leadership role The program is best suited for * Users interested in improving their self-awareness * Users interested in understanding the dynamics of thriving communities * Users interested in learning how to become great leaders * Users interested in service leadership * Users interested in joining leadership roles at 7 Cups * Users looking to expand their knowledge of diversity and cultural acceptance * Users who are already active in the community but wish to contribute more in a leadership role * Users looking to advance in their leadership roles on or outside 7 Cups Requirements to join  Listeners: Either be a verified listener or be eligible to become one. You can find information on how to become one here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerLearningJourney_149/ListenerVerificationProject_1839/NewAdditionalCriteriaToBecomeVerifiedListenerGoingLive_230276/] Members * Member account that is older than two weeks on 7 Cups. You can apply even before as long as your account will be two weeks old before the desired start date.  * Have made 20 forum posts (do note the number includes any replies you have made) You can find your joining date and the number of forum posts you made on your profile page.  --> Important Note: No behavior reports in the past 8 weeks. If you do get behavior reports during the program duration, you may not be able to graduate. This is because you can not complete the practical part of LDP (having a leadership role) if you have behavior reports or get them during the duration of the program. Additionally, have a minimum of 3 hours per week to dedicate to the program for the chosen duration  📢Please apply here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFeU5WrT04UvHHn3FDi_0g-XL2ja3Dzh694i9EEUzSM8z3SQ/viewform] Updated requirements to join on November 12, 2024 
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LDP Mentor Reviews: 2022-2024
by FrenchToast
Last post
 August 22nd, 2024
...See more Hi everyone!! We will be using this forum thread to celebrate the reviews for LDP mentors for the year 2022-2023! Please do join in congratulating your peers ❤️ If you wish to review your LDP mentor, click here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqytO8kX8rwczPfKvhmbesMFcKleiS51LpVuxSRYrZtYkfBQ/viewform]!
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New Mentor Leader: Mahad2804
by positivePumpkin22
Last post
 April 24th, 2024
...See more Hiii everyone! I am incredibly excited to announce our new Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor Leader focusing on subcommunities! - @Mahad2804 Mahad has been working hard as LDP mentor and making our subcommunity space fun. I am happy to say that Mahad will now be stepping into the role of a Mentor Leader for the LDP. Their dedication has been a great contribution to the team and I am very grateful to get the chance to work alongside them, and deliver to you a program that does nothing but benefit you. We hope that we can continue to make efforts to make the LDP journey a worthwhile one for you. So, please, everyone join me in congratulating @Mahad and welcoming them to the LDP leadership team! ------------------------- Tagging LDP team: @Hope @DreamTouch @WeEarth @Skansly @rubyjane00 @GoldenRuleJG @azuladragon34 @Kristynsmama @Yourbuddy30
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New Mentor Leader: Comphi
by DreamTouch
Last post
 July 19th, 2023
...See more Hi everyone! I'm excited to announce our new Mentor Leader for the Leadership Development Program (LDP) - @Comphi!! Comphi has been a hardworking and dedicated mentor for LDP and for various roles around the site. Their effort has been a great asset to our team and I'm grateful to work alongside them and deliver you a program that does nothing but benefit you. Please join us in congratulating Comphi and welcoming them to the LDP Leadership team ❤️
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New LDP Mentor: yourbuddy30
by DreamTouch
Last post
 May 29th, 2023
...See more Hi everyone! I hope you are all doing well. I am excited to share our newest addition to our Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor team - @yourbuddy30 @yourbuddy30 will be working on processing Course 3 and 4 as well as mentoring those who would like to get into any role in the chatroom support domain in the teen side. We are grateful for their service and excited to see their contributions to our team! Please congratulate them on their new role ❤️ ------------------------- Tagging LDP team: @Hope @FrenchToastClub @miraculousSoul53 @NoelleListens @positivePumpkin22 @CalmWaves3939 @KimByeongIn @yourbuddy30
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New Mentor Leader: positivePumpkin22
by FrenchToast
Last post
 April 28th, 2023
...See more Hello everyone! I am so very excited to announce our new Leadership Development Program (LDP) Mentor Leader - @positivePumpkin22! I am happy to say that Pumpkin will be stepping into the role of a Mentor Leader for the LDP. They were one of our first LDP mentors and now I'm pleased to say that Pumpkin has been working hard to keep the program running. Their dedication has been a great contribution to the team and I am very grateful to get the chance to work alongside them, and deliver to you a program that does nothing but benefit you. We hope that we can continue to make efforts to make the LDP journey a worthwhile one for you. So, please, everyone join me in congratulating @positivePumpkin22 and welcoming them to the LDP leadership team!
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Have you gotten into a leadership role during the program?? Let us know!
by Heather225
Last post
 February 3rd, 2021
...See more The LDP has two objectives: to learn how to be a leader, and to become a leader If you are new to 7 Cups leadership, you are working on both of these objectives! This is a space for you to shoutout to your peers! We want to celebrate your achievements! Tell us! - what is your cohort group (July, August, September, etc) - what leadership role(s) have you worked your way into while taking the course?? We are CHEERING YOU ON!

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:

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A Guide to 7 Cups Leadership Roles

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