The Leader Transition Institute prepares and walks beside people who are making pivots in their lives. Concurrently, we help small and large organizations maximize their abilities to communicate and lead, as well as improve their hiring process. We are a veteran-led 501(c)(3) organization supporting Federal and State Government customers in both CONUS and OCONUS locations.
We provide training and coaching to help people - anyone, anywhere - who want to bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be. For service members, veterans, and military spouses, Changing Focus: Moving From We to Me - 24 hours of hands on, interactive training over four days - fills the gap left by the Department of Defense mandated Transition Assistance Program that focuses only on future employment and post-service benefits. Our corporate training division provides leadership, communications, and diversity and inclusion training to both small and large organizations.
In nearly three years, we've helped 150 people in 23 states, four countries and three continents learn about who they are as a person - aside from their rank or position and what they've already done in their life, they've become better communicators, and created a vision for themselves of the purposeful life they want for their future. We've also helped them improve their resumes so they've gotten job interviews, and increased their salaries by tens of thousands of dollars.
We're proud that our participants tell us that in addition to everything else they learn from us, one of the important things they learn is that they're not alone. They tell us they're grateful to become part of a tribe that gets them. We're a young organization, but focused and excited for the future.
This is going to be a great discussion; how do we "Lead" in 2024? Same as always? Let's talk about it, together.
On this week's "The Growth Zone" live audio event, Annie S. Brock and Jose Velazquez Jr. share best practices on leading in our new work and social environment.
Please join us on Thursday the 17th at 12pm eastern time. Click on the event below.
Listen from wherever you're at. It's just audio.
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Being let down is a pretty crappy thing. From feeling sad and losing trust, to needing to forgive and move on, the domino effect is a drag. One of the biggest threats of being let down is resentment - especially if the disappointment comes from someone close to you.
Disappointments are going to happen, even from people you love. Being able to avoid resentment is important for maintaining relationships and moving forward after being let down. Let’s take a look at what can be done to avoid resentment when someone lets you down.
There are some universal truths that help people avoid feeling resentment:
Truth #1. Most people operate in good faith. Chances are the person who disappointed you did not intend to. Being able to consider this truth can help ease the sting of disappointment.
Truth #2. Many disappointments come from miscommunication or crisscrossed expectations. You can avoid resentment from being disappointed by changing communication styles or clarifying needs in the future.
Truth #3. People who cause disappointment often feel sorry and want to make amends. Allowing others to make things right can prevent resentment.
Working with these truths in mind, take these actions when you start to feel resentment after being disappointed:
Take a deep breath. If you’re disappointed, stop for a moment and asses what happened. Get past the feelings that well up from being let down and ask yourself if there was intent. If not, take a moment to move past the initial feelings and look at how to undo the disappointment or have a conversation with the other person to seek resolution.
Improve communication. If your disappointment is due to miscommunication, remedy the situation by making improvements. There are many ways to better communicate and ensure things don’t slip through the cracks or start patterns that cause resentment.
Offer forgiveness. If you want to avoid resentment, offer some grace and forgiveness. If the offending party is sorry, it’s pretty easy to forgive and move on. You’ll feel better if you set up new guidelines or take protective measures to make sure things don’t go haywire again.
Resentment is a natural byproduct of disappointment. It can really add to the sting of being let down. You can avoid this natural reaction through intentional thought processes and taking action quickly before resentment sets in.
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Registration for the late Oct - Early Nov "Changing Focus; Moving from We to Me" cohort closes Friday.
This military transition course is like no other.
If you're a transitioning service member, a military spouse, or a veteran of any era or discharge type, we are here to walk beside you in your transition.
There's so much more to transition than just getting a job.
We give you the tools and expert guidance to figure out who you are outside the uniform, discover what you truly want to do, and tactics on finding happiness.
Along the way, we share proven financial strategies for you, play with Legos (you heard that right), and provide a strong foundation on which to stand on as you take that very next step into your new life.
It starts with a couple of hours the evening of a Thursday, a full day Friday and Saturday, and a half day on Sunday. A very small time investment that’ll pay off for weeks, months, and years.
AND it's free.
Registration for the cohort closes THIS Friday the 18th. The class runs October 31st through November 3rd.
Don't wait. Link to register in the comments below.
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This week on The Growth Zone, we're talking about an incredibly relevant topic in 2024; Values.
How important are they to your business or workplace? In your everyday life? How you live your life?
LTI CEO, Annie S. Brock, and her co-host Jose Velazquez Jr., are going to dive deep by sharing their organization's value structure, and how it benefits us.
Join us as we gain insights from each other. The Growth Zone is a live audio event which means it couldn't be easier to listen in from anywhere you're at. Join us. Let's learn from each other.
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Disappointment is a universal issue everyone faces from time to time. It's also very personal.
Just because it happens to everyone may not make it feel any better when you are steeping in the emotions that come with disappointment. Feelings like:
- Sadness
- Anger
- Confusion
- Bitterness
Disappointment can cause messes that have to be cleaned up despite feeling super emotional. Managing the emotions that come with disappointment can keep the issue from taking on a life of its own.
So, how do you manage your emotions when you are feeling anything but optimistic?
Here's how:
Take a day - or two. Take a day or two to feel all the feels. Feel everything that comes up, thanks to that disappointment. Feel the anger, the sadness, the betrayal, self-criticism, or other negative emotions you are feeling. You deserve to acknowledge how you feel and let the emotions rage - for a day. Don't let the emotions take over. They can actually overshadow the disappointment and make things bigger or worse than they have to be. Give yourself 24 hours, then move into problem-solving or healing mode.
Practice self-care. Whether it's on the day of your personal pity party or after you've decided to move on and move up, practice self-care. Get enough sleep, eat right, and exercise. Get a mani and a pedi or a massage, whatever gets you feeling better while you manage your emotions.
Talk about it. Find someone to help you talk through your disappointment. Someone trustworthy with a level head who will listen and not add to the problem or encourage you to do regrettable things. Having someone to talk to can help you manage the emotions you’re feeling.
Get some perspective. Sometimes, your emotions are out of whack in comparison to the situation. Getting some perspective can help keep things from being out of control or dramatic. If you tend to exaggerate or allow emotions to grow more significant than they need to be, get some perspective. Not every disappointment is the end of the world or requires an extreme reaction.
Emotional reactions to disappointment are normal. But you don't have to let your emotions take on a life of their own. You can manage your emotions and let the disappointment come and go naturally.
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Incredible news to share. The Leader Transition Institute is a finalist for the U.S. Forces in Business awards.
Our organization was selected in the Diversity and Inclusion category with five titans in industry. Those include:
-Barclays Military Resource Group, Barclays
-GE Aerospace Military Officer Leadership Program, GE Aerospace
-Organized Q
-The Shadow Between Us, Tender Heart Crusades
-Veterans in Financial Services
Dubbed ‘the Oscars of veteran employment’, the Forces in Business Awards arrives in the USA with a track record of not only boosting opportunity for people who served their country, but also promoting the economic advantage gained by Military Friendly employers.
LTI CEO Annie S. Brock said "“At LTI, we benefit from the talents and unique experiences of our team and board of directors. Our program's strength comes from our inclusion of veterans of all eras regardless of discharge, veterans of other nations, military spouses, and their children into our programming," Brock said. "We are strongest when we work 'together' as a community across all stakeholders in the veteran space."
The winners will be revealed at the U.S. Forces in Business Awards gala ceremony, on 21 November 2024 in Washington, DC.
Link to the official press release in the comments below.
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We are proud to invite you to join us - from wherever you are in the world - for 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞2𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭, an exciting half-day leadership simulcast by Maxwell Leadership.
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Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Secure your spot for one of the three sessions, mark your calendar, and get ready for an unforgettable personal growth experience!
𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞2𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 ✸ 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭: October 25, 2024, 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM ET, with group discussions available afterward
𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞2𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 ✸ 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭: November 15, 2024, 1:00 - 5:30 PM ET, with group discussions available afterward
𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞2𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 ✸ 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥: February 20, 2025, 12:00 - 4:30 AM ET, with group discussions available afterward. (This timing puts the event at times that are more accessible to our participants in Europe and the Pacific.)
Prepare to accelerate your own leadership abilities with this event full of leadership principles and personal growth techniques.
Whether you lead a large organization or want to be a better mentor to those around you, 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞2𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 will give you meaningful and relevant insights so you can implement a new action plan and lead with renewed passion and commitment!
You’ve been through it, we're sure. Things go wrong in life. That's just the way it is. The bad news?
It's usually unexpected, unwanted, and inconvenient.
The good news?
It happens to everyone. It is a universal reality that everyone can relate to. So, yes, things go wrong - but that can be ok.
Things going wrong can cause very good things to happen - if you allow for the possibility. How you manage disappointment says a lot about your maturity and your ability to adapt.
Additionally, learning to manage the feelings that come with disappointment makes it easier to manage more disappointment, which is inevitable.
Feeling disappointed is always hard, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Disappointment can be a gateway to change.
Sometimes, experiencing disappointment leads to big decisions that actually improve a situation.
Decisions to:
Make a change
Stop a behavior
End a dysfunctional relationship
Change a career
And more
If you're going through a disappointing time, ask yourself these four questions:
Is there an opportunity for change resulting from this disappointment?
Would I feel better if I take a specific action?
Is there something I can do to prevent this from happening again?
Am I open to moving past my disappointment?
Asking yourself these questions can make it possible to flip your disappointment into a new opportunity or a new way of thinking.
Be willing to move past the disappointment and into the possibility that perhaps something new, different, and better could result from this setback.
Is there a new opportunity for change? Does experiencing this loss make it possible for a change?
Sometimes, disappointment can be alleviated by changing a behavior or a circumstance. Taking action can feel liberating.
Is there an opportunity for prevention? Some disappointment comes from poor planning or not having things in order. Is there something that can be done to prevent disappointment in the future?
Consider this a great time to set things up for future success.
Things go wrong, and that's ok. It’s a universal issue that no one can escape. Use your disappointment as a time to consider change, prevention, or an opportunity to grow and mature.
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Want to reach your dreams? Do you have a roadmap? We do.
On this week's The Growth Zone, Annie S. Brock and Jose Velazquez Jr. are sharing the 10 things your dream needs to succeed.
We'd love for you to be part of the discussion. Join us this Thursday the 3rd at noon eastern time to talk about it. Maybe you have ideas you want to share, or maybe you just want to sit back and listen in.
We'll be live on audio so it's easy to jump in from wherever you're at. Click on the link on the event to join us.
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