Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action
Self-Improvement
About
Sustaining growth, deepening connections, and driving development. This audiocast is designed for those ready to take action. It builds on the skills you learned in Chapman Foundation classes and inspires you to apply them. Each episode provides tools for listening, building trust, and intentional leadership. You'll hear alumni success stories and gain insights from CFCC facilitators. Every episode offers clear actions, direct challenges, and actionable takeaways to drive progress, with lessons that build upon one another. Prepare for lasting growth, impact, and results. https://www.chapmancommunities.org/
Episodes
- 014-Replay & Retool: Understanding Nonverbals - Part 2
This episode of Beyond The Class focuses on nonverbal communication in face-to-face interactions. It explores how amplifying or restraining nonverbal cues can impact connection, clarity, safety, and trust, offering practical tools for inte…
- 013-Replay & Retool: Understanding Nonverbals - Part 1
This episode, part of the Replay & Retool series, discusses nonverbal communication in digital settings with facilitator Leanne Van Beek. It examines how channel choice, timing, and nonverbal cues affect clarity, trust, and connection, off…
- 012-Emotional Intelligence as the Backbone of Organizations
This episode reframes emotional intelligence as an organization's operating system, essential for decision-making, handling pressure, and sustaining trust. It details shared language, rituals, and systems as key components, and introduces…
- 011-Replay & Retool: Understanding DISC - Part 2
This episode of Beyond the Class revisits DISC behavior styles S and C, exploring how they influence communication. It introduces new tools like the Platinum Rule Refresher and a Guided Team Conversation Outline to help alumni apply these…
- 010-Replay & Retool: Understanding DISC - Part 1
This episode introduces the Replay & Retool series by revisiting DISC behavior styles D and I. It provides actionable tools, including the Platinum Rule Refresher and a Guided Team Conversation Outline, to enhance communication and build s…
- 009-Your Role in Culture: Five Ways to Make an Impact
Culture isn't a department. It's a daily practice. In this episode of Beyond the Class , Misty Janks, CEO of the Chapman Foundation, returns to tackle a common misconception: that organizational culture belongs only to HR or leadership. Mi…
- 008-Three Actionable Steps To Culture Change
Culture doesn't change by memo; it changes in singular moments. In this episode of Beyond the Class , Misty Janks, CEO of the Chapman Foundation, joins us to demystify the concept of culture change. Drawing from behavioral psychology and r…
- 007-How to Build a Coaching Culture Through Everyday Conversations
Culture doesn't shift through policy—it transforms through presence. In this episode, Katie Trotter, Chief Program Officer at the Chapman Foundation, explores how a coaching-centered culture is built not through programs, but through every…
- 006-Rebuilding Trust When You've Messed Up
Leadership doesn't require perfection. It demands authenticity. In this episode, Katie Trotter, Chief Program Officer at the Chapman Foundation, explores how leaders can effectively rebuild trust after making mistakes. Katie shares that le…
- 005-How To Build An Ownership Mindset
Ever caught yourself thinking, "Why should I be the one to fix this?" or "That sounds like a YOU problem"? That flash of defensiveness might feel natural, but it could be blocking a chance to grow, connect, and lead more effectively. In th…
- 004-Mastering Emotional Catalysts
Emotions aren't problems to solve—they're messengers revealing what we truly need. In this episode of Beyond the Class, CFCC CEO and organizational psychologist Misty Janks explores how emotional intelligence (EI) transforms relationships,…
- 003-What Is Your Behavior Telling You? - The Science Behind Your Needs
Ever snapped at someone and instantly thought, "Wait… what just happened?" That split-second of self-awareness might hold the key to transforming how we lead, connect, and communicate. In this episode of Beyond the Class , we're joined by…
- 002-Six Steps to Free Yourself from Frustration
"Direct your energy toward what's within your control. This opens space for gratitude, joy, and connection." -Katie Trotter, Chief Program Officer at the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities We've all been there—pretending we're okay…
- 001-Unleashing the Power of a Learner Mindset
"Growth is contagious. When you choose to learn and adapt, you give others permission to do the same." Misty Janks, CEO of the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities, captures the transformative potential of adopting a learner mindset—b…
- Welcome Back! Retooled - Reimagined - Rejuvenated
After a pause to retool and reimagine our purpose, we're thrilled to return and welcome you back to our newly renamed audiocast, "Beyond The Class: From Knowledge To Action." The overwhelming support during our hiatus—with listenership con…
- 104 - Caring Designations
How do you build a Caring Community?Today, we have the privilege of being joined by Misty Janks, CEO of Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities, and Micki Gibbs, Senior Director of Caring Communities.Together, we embark on a journey of e…
- 103 - Dissecting Top Secret F.B.I. Statements
Can you actually enhance your relationships by utilizing the F.B.I.?In this episode of the Listen First Podcast, Kat Edmondson and I delve deep into the intricacies of handling anxiety and confrontation within personal relationships. Throu…
- 102 - Empathy in Action: A Story of Transformation Inside Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley
Discover How Our Foundation is Working Alongside Multiple Organizations to Transform the Entire Colorado Valley—You Won't Believe the Impact! ----If this story of the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities and the Roaring Fork Valley sp…
- 101 - ALL ABOARD!: Know your three 'stops' on Bothered Boulevard
You will take away: • A reminder of the Three Moves from Our Community Listens • Practical application through shared experiences In a discussion rich with personal anecdotes and refreshers from Our Community Listens, Adam Salgat and Kat E…
- 100 - Podcast History & Reflection w/Next Level Non-Verbals in a World of Emojis - Part 2
In our 100th episode of the Listen First Podcast, Leanne Van Beek joins me to reflect on the podcast's growth since 2018. We discuss how the podcast began supporting alumni, the human connections behind the data, and the power of real-life…
- 099 - Next level Non-verbals in a World with Emojis - Part One
In today's digital age, interpreting nonverbal communication can often be tricky. Many people, even in professional settings, often convey some non-verbal cues through emojis. We will not spend the following skill snippet discussing which…
- 098 - Mastering Emotional Awareness: An Expert's Guide to Navigating Stress
Join Kat Edmondson, Content Leader for the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities, as she discusses her latest blog - Mastering Emotional Awareness: An Expert's Guide to Navigating Holiday Stress.Stay tuned for a teaser of the Self-Refl…
- 097-Got Your Six: A Conversation w/National Guardsmen
So what happens when two 20-year military service members join forces to lead with empathy? Tune in to find out.The phrase "military leadership" typically evokes images of commanders and noncommissioned officers leading heroic charges or g…
- 096 - Listening to Learn: An Educator's Template for Building Teacher & Student Trust
Some would say that working in the education field takes a lot of smarts. To teach someone anything, you need first to understand it yourself, and then you have to break it down and go step by step to help build up their understanding of t…
- 095 - Game-Changer in Blue: Insight on the Power of Listening Skills in Policing
Conflict in the workplace: How do we define it, and why does it matter? CPP Global (the publisher of the Myers-Briggs Assessment) defines conflict as "any workplace disagreement that disrupts the flow of work." This definition emphasizes t…
- 094 - Big Aspirations w/Erin Wojkiewicz
What is emotional intelligence, and why is it vital in a leader? Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify and regulate one's emotions and understand the emotions of others. A high EQ, emotional quotient, as it can be referred to,…
- 093 - Trust in the Workplace w/Christine Mahoney
Welcome back to the Listen First Podcast!What happens when a journalist, trained to listen to people, takes a class on listening?According to A Great Place to Work, a critical factor in building a positive and productive workplace culture…
- 092 - Culture & Connection – Opportunities to Succeed
In this episode, Adam J. Salgat and CFCC CEO Misty Janks sit down to discuss company culture and what businesses should keep in mind heading into 2023. They share some new statistics about who employees think is in charge of company cultur…
- 091 - Our Key Takeaways of 2022...Just For You!
Just like your favorite sitcom, we've put together a compilation episode! Enjoy the key messages from our interviews this past year.Happy Holidays!https://www.chapmancommunities.org/
- 090 - You don't have to think the same to love someone - Acceptance vs. Agreement
There are many holiday celebrations on the horizon. This is often joked about as a time of family turmoil. Let's talk about what we can do when a relative starts expressing views that are different than your own. Listen in as Jules Maloney…
- 089 - Get your flex on and get work done!
Have you ever had trouble getting a co-worker to buy in on a project? Does it seem as though they don't grasp the importance?Sometimes when we explain things, we aren't connecting with them because we aren't saying how they 'need' to hear…
- 088 - Digesting DISC – Part 2
Are you new alumni? Did you recently finish the Our Community Listens course and find yourself often checking back to your learning guide? Well, this podcast and its coming episodes are here for you as another form of learning! We'll be re…
- 087 - Mom's Story: How I Connected With My Kids Early in the School Year (And You Can Too)
In this episode, Adam Salgat discusses with Jill Wright of South Carolina how she tries to connect with her kids as the school year begins. Listen to her account of initially having difficulty understanding her son's decision not to join a…
- 086 - Class is in session! Five tips to connect with your child at the start of the school year
In this episode, Adam Salgat, Micki Gibbs, and Mike Desparrois set you up for success as your family goes through the transition of starting a new school year. Listen closely for five tips to bring you closer to your child as they head int…
- 085 - When the Military Listens: A Researchers Pipeline to Leading Change
In this episode, Adam Salgat visits Jenn Rudolph, a military member, who completed her Master's Research Thesis for her course in the Military Arts and Sciences about listening with empathy in the military. Specifically those that have com…
- 084 - Digesting DISC – Part 1
Are you a new alumnus? Did you recently finish the Our Community Listens course and find yourself checking back to your learning guide often? Well, this podcast and its upcoming episode are here for you as another way to learn! We'll revie…
- Welcome to the Alumni Family! ❤️
Our team is excited to welcome you to the alumni family and share how you can stay connected.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/
- 083 - Parenting without creating dependency
In this episode, Adam Salgat sits down with Gina Wilson, OCL Alumni, mother of two teens, and Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at Central Michigan University. Gina discusses using the OCL skills as a parent during the first da…
- 082 - Vowing to stay connected
"When we went into the course, we were like, 'What else are we going to learn about each other and about ourselves?'...and it was a lot. So never think that you know enough about yourself or others because there's always more." -Melanie Po…
- 081 - OCL Skills Transforming Workplace Culture
Listen in as host, Adam J. Salgat, talks with Bev Thiel, Executive Director of Kent County, MI Habitat for Humanity. Bev explains why she and her team have found great value in implementing the Our Community Listens skills. She discusses t…
- 080 - The Great Reshuffle...What is happening?
In this episode, Adam J. Salgat and CFCC CEO Misty Janks sit down to discuss the Great Reshuffle and how the foundational course of Our Community Listens can set up leaders and organizations to handle the changing job market. They also dis…
- 079 - Vacationing with your partner - smooth sailing or rough waters?
Vacations take a lot of planning, and for the most part, that work turns into fun and relaxation. But what happens when something goes wrong, and you and your partner stare at each other with accusations on the tips of your tongues?In this…
- 078 - Giving tough feedback, giving praise & owning up
If you just recently finished employee reviews and struggled to provide feedback, whether it was good or bad behavior, this podcast is for you! In this episode, Adam J. Salgat has on Jules Maloney to discuss using the Feeling, Behavior, an…
- 077 - What if your child DOESN'T need you to save the day?
Register for Virtual OCL - https://bit.ly/3JORWMZOnce you change your behavior and implement the OCL skills, how does that impact your connection with your children and can it help them grow?In this podcast, Adam J. Salgat talks with the m…
- 076 - New Name, New Programs - Same Human Connection
In this episode, Adam Salgat sits down with newly appointed CEO, Misty Janks, to cover the expansion of programs, including virtual classes happening at CFCC. They also discuss her excitement level moving into her new role and the heritage…
- 075 - "You don't appreciate me!" – How to make sure you never hear this.
Learn more about the Foundations of Leadership course - https://bit.ly/3H84MVK---You may think you appreciate and recognize your partner, but is it in a way that your partner connects with?In this podcast, you will learn the impact of reco…
- 074 - Logic and Emotion: Helping Students Pull The Plug
Joining Adam Salgat is Mike Desparrois and one of the newest team members, Micki Gibbs. The three of them discuss logic and emotion in the classroom. They talk about what it's like for students and teachers. Listen closely to find the litt…
- 073 - Understanding Our Personal Needs to Lead Better
In this episode, Jules Maloney of the Wisconsin Chapter joins me to discuss the 'needs onion'.This layered approach of understanding that every behavior expresses a need helps us become more self-aware and move past judgment.Jules and I ta…
- 072 - How to handle being overwhelmed with a new school year starting
In this episode, Adam Salgat and Mike Desparrois discuss the nervousness and the feelings we have about our kids heading into two new realms of education. They also talk about acceptance versus agreement and how that applies to working wit…
- 071 - Using the skills as a parent
Katie and Jonathan Trotter join Adam J. Salgat to discuss how we utilize our skills when working directly with our children and while co-parenting. Listen close as many real-life examples are shared.https://www.chapmancommunities.org/