Museum 2.0

JULY 23, 2019

Today, I wanted to think about participatory elements, something so essential to this blog. In reflecting on the sample, I’ve made some broad reflections on museum workers and visitors. Before I do, I wanted to tell you I'm not picking the best of the best, but rather ones that I illustrated my themes.

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Museum Participatory Interaction Classroom 35

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 26, 2019

Author John Baldoni suggests you consider the following six things before making your next speaking presentation : How will you open your presentation on a high note? Where might you pause for emphasis? How can you make time to rehearse your presentation? What are the high notes? What are your points of emphasis?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 25, 2019

Two important chapters in the incredibly insightful book, It’s The Manager , outline the five traits of great managers, and the seven expectations that are necessary for being a successful leader. Five Traits of Great Managers Motivation – Inspiring teams to get exceptional work done.

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Management Chapter Evaluation Influence 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 24, 2019

Here's a good definition of the difference between a mission and a vision by leadership book authors George Bradt, Jayme A. Check and Jorge Pedraza: Mission - A mission guides what people do every day. It informs what roles need to exist in the organization. Vision - A vision is the picture of future success.

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Classes Picture Awareness Leadership 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 23, 2019

We all make mistakes. Yes, even leaders make mistakes. When you do, admit to them and apologize for the negative consequences they have caused your team members, vendors, or customers. Your ability to admit to a mistake will gain you the respect of your employees.

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Causes Team Leadership Management 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 21, 2019

Here is some good advice from Lee G. Bolman and Terrence E. Deal , authors of the book, How Great Leaders Think : Good thinking is the starting point for good leadership. Leaders who can reframe—look at the same thing from multiple perspectives—think better.

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Advice Leadership Structure Storytelling 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 20, 2019

These eight decision-making tactics from David Lahey ’s book, PredictingSuccess , are helpful to me and hopefully useful to you as well: Deep breathing , to clear your mind. Researching , to feel confident that you have all the information in front of you.

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