Leading with Gratitude (Part 2)
To recap last week’s blog: As leaders we need to stop and look back at how we got to where we are quite often. We need to shake off the discomfort and say “thank you”… Read More
Tag: Leadership
Leading with Gratitude (Part 1)
When I was younger, my grandmother taught me the importance of saying “thank you.” She always waited for me to say “thank you,” driving the importance home. Learning those two simple words at a young… Read More
Peeling Back the Onion
I remember when my wife taught me how to dice an onion. I was never gifted in the kitchen and had very poor (nonexistent) skills when it came to food preparation, so any assistance is… Read More
Take Everything Personal
Often times in the workplace, one may hear statements like “that’s not my responsibility” or “sorry, but that is not in my job description.” I know that I have said things similar in my early… Read More
“No.” “No, thanks.”
In Extension, in my opinion, we have one of the best jobs ever. We get to help people and share awesome information that will help transform lives. There are youth programs to plan in order… Read More
An Orange County Legacy to be Inducted to the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame
On July 31st 2019, Mr. Bobby Beagles will be inducted into the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame. Bobby has been very engaged with 4-H, Extension, and FFA. He has been involved with the Orange County… Read More
Citizenship Education for Youth
Citizenship Education for 4-H Youth The 4-H program values a “learn-by-doing approach to help youth gain the knowledge and skills they need to be responsible, productive citizens.” In support of this mission, citizenship education is one… Read More
Advisory Committees – Youth/Adult Partnerships to Support 4-H
In Orange County 4-H, we use advisory committees to advise and support the 4-H Agents. These committees are composed of both adults and youth and have no formal legal responsibility, but instead help Agents with decision-making. This partnership… Read More
Orange County 4-H Kick-Off
Join us for the 4-H Kick-Off The Orange County 4-H program welcomes you to join us on October 6, 2018 from 9:00 to noon at the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Education Center for the Annual 4-H Kick-Off… Read More
County Events Day: A time for 4-H Youth to Shine
Positive Youth Development According to a Tuft’s University study (Lerner et al, 2013), positive youth development (PYD) is characterized by programming that supports and promotes the 5 Cs: Competence, Confidence, Character, Connection, and Caring. Successfully… Read More