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Improve your resilience and readiness in a rapidly changing world.Jessica Beckendorf and Erin Carlson Rivera host this exploration of personal and collective practices that empower us to work together to help each other, our families, and our communities improve our resilience and readiness.

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Why Unspoken Expectations Erode Trust (and How to Fix It)

Send us Fan Mail You're frustrated with someone you’re collaborating with, but you can't quite explain why. Chances are, the problem isn't their performance - it's the unspoken expectations neither of you knew the other had. Most of us walk into collaborative relationships with an unwritten rulebook, and then feel quietly frustrated when others don't follow it. The problem? We never handed them the book. In this episode of Practicing Connection, Jessica introduces the Expectation Audit, a simple but powerful practice rooted in organizational psychology. Drawing on research about unspoken workplace expectations, and what Brené Brown calls "stealth expectations," Jessica and Erin explore why crossed wires at work are rarely about performance or personality. More often, they're about invisible norms we've never made visible. You'll walk away with a practice you can use on your own or with your team to turn frustration into honest, productive conversation. Links and resources from this episode: Join our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org

17분
3월 26일

Encouragement That Works: How to Give a Real Pep Talk

Send us Fan Mail A good pep talk isn’t just about saying “you got this.” When done right, it can reignite purpose, build trust, and help others find strength when things get tough. Everyone needs encouragement - but great encouragement does more than make people feel good. It helps them believe in their ability to meet challenges, connect to purpose, and keep going when things get difficult. In this episode of Practicing Connection, Jessica and Erin dig into the science behind effective pep talks, inspired by research from Harvard Business Review and Motivating Language Theory. Erin walks listeners through how to write a meaningful pep talk using three key ingredients: direction, empathy, and purpose. You’ll also learn how to bring these ideas into everyday encouragement, whether you’re leading a team or supporting a friend through something hard. Listen in to learn how the right words - offered with care - can make all the difference. LinkedIn Practice: Think of someone who’s facing a big challenge right now - a colleague, a friend, or even yourself. What would you say to encourage them today?Do they need more direction, empathy, or meaning?Post your short pep talk or reflection in the comments, or join the discussion in our Practicing Connection LinkedIn Group. Let’s practice encouragement that truly inspires action. Links and resources from this episode: The Science of Pep Talks by Daniel McGinnSeason 7, Episode 11: Humble on Purpose: A Practice for Better Decisions Join our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org

28분
3월 19일

How to Grow Your Courage for Collaboration

Send us Fan Mail Collaboration takes more than skills and schedules—it takes the courage to step outside your comfort zone with other people. Bravery isn’t just about big, dramatic moments—it also shows up in everyday choices, like meeting someone new, stepping into an unfamiliar space, or staying curious when you feel uncomfortable. In this episode, Jessica and Erin explore how to build everyday courage for collaboration, using skills like curiosity, empathy, and intellectual humility. Drawing on the Greater Good Science Center’s Bridging Differences Playbooks, Erin shares a practice called “Expand Your Views & Circles” to help you gently stretch your comfort zone, meet new people, and grow your relational bravery over time. You’ll walk away with simple, practical steps you can take to be just a little braver in your community and your work. LinkedIn Practice: Practice Everyday Bravery Think about where you feel most “at home” in your community or workplace. This week, choose one small way to step just outside that comfort zone—attend a new event, introduce yourself to someone you don’t usually talk to, or join a group you’ve been curious about. After you try it, reflect: What felt uncomfortable? What surprised you? What did you learn about yourself or others? Links and resources from this episode: The Greater Good Science Center Building Briges PlaybooksVIA Character StrengthsSeason 7, Episode 8 - Turning Conflict Into CollaborationSeason 7, Episode 11 - Humble on Purpose: A Practice for Better Decisions Join our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org

18분
3월 12일

Humble on Purpose: A Practice for Better Decisions

Send us Fan Mail What if the strongest person in the room is the one willing to say, “I don’t know yet - what am I missing?” In this episode, we practice exactly that. In this week's episode, Erin and Jessica discuss intellectual humility - the willingness to recognize that what you think might be wrong, and to make real space for other people to be right. Together, they explore how this shows up in everyday collaboration, from project meetings to tough decisions, and why it matters so much for psychological safety and trust at work. LinkedIn Practice: The “I might be wrong” Week: For the next 7 days, pick one conversation—at work or in your community—where you intentionally practice intellectual humility: Notice what you’re assuming and how sure you really are. Name it out loud with a phrase like, “Here’s my take, and I might be wrong.”Invite another perspective by asking, “What am I missing?”Links and resources from this episode: Take the free VIA Character Strengths Survey: www.viacharacter.orgJoin our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org

23분
3월 5일

Everyday Practices for Organizational Resilience

Send us Fan Mail Resilience at work isn’t only about how much each of us can handle. It’s also about how our systems anticipate challenges, respond to them, and make space to recover and learn. What changes when we start asking, “How resilient is our organization?” instead of only, “How resilient am I?” Resilience is often framed as an individual trait, but it’s also a property of our organizations - how they anticipate disruption, respond to it, and support recovery. In this Practicing Connection practicast, Erin and Jessica unpack what organizational resilience is, where the idea comes from, and how it shows up in our everyday work lives. Drawing on Shanna B. Tiayon’s four-phase framework: anticipatory, preparatory, responsive, and recovery, they share a simple set of reflection questions you can use after a hectic week, a tricky meeting, or a small crisis. You don’t need a formal role or a big debrief to try it; just choose one phase, ask one question, and start noticing the change. Links and resources from this episode: Shanna B. Tiayon, PhD article: "What Does Organizational Resilience Look Like?"Handout: Four Phases of Organizational Resilience Join our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org

18분
2월 19일

Collaboration in Action: Serving Military Families through Strengthening Communities

Send us Fan Mail How does a small North Carolina city become a national example of collaboration between military and community? Mayor Will Lewis says it starts with relationships - and a willingness to show up for one another. In this episode, Jessica Beckendorf talks with Havelock, North Carolina Mayor Will Lewis about what it looks like when a city and an installation grow together. As president of Allies for Cherry Point Tomorrow, Mayor Lewis helps connect community, education, and military partners to strengthen opportunities for service members, veterans, and local families alike. Their conversation explores how collaboration, communication, and long‑term vision can build lasting readiness at every level. Links and resources from this episode: Visit the ACT website: https://alliesforcherrypoint.com/Join our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org

42분
2월 19일

Turning Conflict Into Collaboration

Send us Fan Mail It’s easy to collaborate when everyone agrees. The real test of teamwork is what happens when we don’t. In this episode of Practicing Connection, Jessica and Erin explore how to stay grounded and connected when collaboration gets tough. Erin shares a reflective practice that helps you rethink how you see the person on the “other side” of disagreement, using social intelligence skills like awareness and generosity of perspective. Discover how to shift from trying to “win” a disagreement to understanding what motivates others—and why that shift can strengthen both relationships and results. LinkedIn Practice: Think about someone you often disagree with—at work, in your community, or even in your friend group. What’s one thing you respect about them, even if you don’t share their perspective?Can you imagine the most generous reason for why they might see things differently?Links and resources from this episode: Join our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org

24분
2월 12일

How We Work Together: A Simple Practice for Better Collaboration

Send us Fan Mail Are you really collaborating - or just coordinating? This episode offers a short reflection to help you notice where you are on the spectrum and make one small shift toward true collaboration. In this episode of Practicing Connection, Erin and Jessica use “blue box thinking” as a backdrop to explore the spectrum of ways we work together - competition, cooperation, coordination, and collaboration - and introduce a simple practice called “Shift the Box.” You’ll learn how to quickly name where you are on that spectrum in any situation, notice when you’re stuck in status and control, and choose one small action that moves you closer to genuine collaboration and shared power. LinkedIn Practice: This week, pick one real situation where you’re working with others—a meeting, project, or community effort. Name where you are on the spectrum: competition, cooperation, coordination, or collaboration.Notice any “blue box” thoughts (Who’s in charge? Should I be?).Choose one small action that could move the situation one step closer to collaboration—sharing information, inviting someone into planning, or asking, “What could we create together that none of us could create alone?”Share your reflection in the comments: Which “C” did you notice you were in?What small shift did you try, or do you plan to try?Links and resources from this episode: Join our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org See Dr. Robyn Keast talk about “Blue Box Thinking”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84YvXtc_VPg

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Improve your resilience and readiness in a rapidly changing world.Jessica Beckendorf and Erin Carlson Rivera host this exploration of personal and collective practices that empower us to work together to help each other, our families, and our communities improve our resilience and readiness.

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