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Spotlight on Conflict Resolution

Conflict is an inevitable part of our daily lives. There can be conflict in the workplace, at home, with a stranger, even more common, internal conflict. It is important to learn how to positively interact with conflict. The Association…
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Staying Healthy as Winter Approaches

With thermostats dropping and daylight waning, there is no denying that fall is here, quickly being followed by winter. It is important to stay healthy during these colder months so we have some tips and reminders for staying well.   A…
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IT@UC Leadership Academy

We are excited to share another milestone: the launching of IT@UC Leadership Academy on Tuesday September 23rd.  Now in it’s second year, a new round of participants will gain valuable leadership experience together. Thirty-five people…
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Group Agreements: A Key to Productive Meetings

Have you ever been in a meeting with a conversation dominator? Have you ever experienced a meeting where the group leaps from one soap box to another?  Do you feel like you want to refocus the conversation but amidst your best efforts, the…
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Introducing Our New Community Storyteller

My name is Jenny Yanosik and today I start my journey as the Community Storyteller at M E Clarke Consulting. I am currently a student at the University of Cincinnati studying Fashion Design: Product Development at the College of Design, Architecture,…

Portrait of a Local Peacemaker: Sister Mary Evelyn Jegen

A Leader A Giant A Peacemaker A Minister to the World A Towering Example A Wise Woman A Mentor A Humble Queen A Stewardess “The Godmother of Pax Christi” “An authentic, caring and loving human being” “Her name is synonymous with…
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GCAAE Annual Visioning Retreat

In August, the Greater Cincinnati Alliance for Arts Education (GCAAE or the Alliance) gathered at beautiful Green Acres for a full day planning retreat. We were excited to help these incredibly creative people do great work better! The…
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FISH! A Reflection on Transforming Your Work into Passion

I was recently invited to lead a visioning retreat for the eLearning team at the University of Cincinnati.  In preparation for this session, the team was asked to read the book, “Fish!  A  Proven Way to Boost Morale and Improve Results.”…
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Leadership Development: To Lead is to Learn to Follow

At M E Clarke Consulting, we believe that leaders are developed, not trained. We have found in all facets of our work that leaders are craving knowledge to do more for and better support their teams. With UCIT, Meghan co-developed a year long…
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Girl Rising: A Retreat with Our Nation’s Top Young Female Leaders

To say I was honored would be an understatement, I could not say ‘yes’ quick enough when asked to facilitate part of this year’s Ursuline’s Student Leadership Conference.  The opportunity to be in the presence of some of our nation’s…

Embrace, Empower, Excel: An Intentional Look at the Importance of Action Oriented Diversity and Inclusion with Josette Riep

Implementing Diversity & Inclusion within any organization is a challenge. How do you turn Diversity & Inclusion from a politically correct statement into something that is both tangible and relevant? Many forward thinking organizations…
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As the Journey Continues…Farewell from the Community Manager and Storyteller

As my time at M E Clarke Consulting comes to a close, Meghan has asked that I write a reflection on my time here. So here we go! I started working with Meghan and Lucy at the beginning of January as Community Manager and Storyteller. As I started…