Ep. 100 Navigating Generational Differences: Tips for Connecting with Younger Co-workers

Developing self-regulation as a leader takes time and effort, but it’s well worth it. By practicing mindfulness, setting clear boundaries, developing self-awareness, and building a support network, you can become a more effective and successful leader. Today’s episode we have our special guest, Jessica Cabeen who shares some of her practical tips for developing self-regulation as a leader. Tune in to the full episode and enjoy!

In this episode you’ll learn: 

  • What Is Reverse Mentoring and it’s concept? 
  • Having authentic humility is so important.
  • Tips and importance on developing self-regulation.
  • Humility and vulnerability in the workplace are going to make things just better.
  • Tips for Connecting with Younger Co-workers
  • How Jessica balances her work-life and fulfills both areas.
  • Principal in Balance: Leading at Work and Living a Life by by Jessica M. Cabeen — Why she wrote this book. 
  • Having a Bandwidth and Boundaries, Guardrails and Guide post, what you need to know.

About Jessica Cabeen

Jessica is the Principal of Alternative Education Programs in Austin, Minnesota. Previously, she was the principal of Ellis Middle School in Austin, Minnesota, and the principal of the “Happiest Place in Southeastern Minnesota,” the Woodson Kindergarten Center. She has been an assistant middle school principal, a special education assistant director, and special education teacher.

Jessica was named the 2021 ED Dive National Principal of the year, 2017 Minnesota National Distinguished Principal of the Year, and was awarded the NAESP/VINCI Digital Leader of Early Learning Award in 2016. She is a NAESP Middle Level Fellow and a Future Ready Principal. Jessica is the author of Hacking Early Learning and co-author of Balance Like a Pirate, Unconventional Leadership, Lead with Grace: Leaning into the Soft Skills of Leadership and Principal in Balance: Leading at Work and Living a Life.

She is a sought-after speaker and trainer and enjoys getting to learn and lead with other educators across the nation. Jessica enjoys connecting and growing her Professional Learning Network (PLN) on social media. She can be found on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @JessicaCabeen.

Find out more about Jessica here: https://www.jessicacabeen.com/