As a leader, have you ever found yourself feeling attacked when a colleague is providing critical feedback? This month’s aspiring leader, Alana Gilliam, shares how she struggles to feel comfortable and confident in crucial conversations. 

In this Episode, we discuss:

• A challenge Alana shares in her leadership experience
• Importance of emotional intelligence for leaders and complexity in giving and receiving feedback
• Resources for engaging in important and effective conversations

About Alana Gilliam:

She is a 6th grade math teacher and team leader in Bentonville Arkansas. She just started her 11th year teaching, and is currently working on her specialist degree in educational leadership. Alana has a passion for supporting both students and teachers in meeting the diverse needs of students.

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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrsAGilliam
• Blog: inspiringinjuniorhigh.blogspot.com
• Instagram: @InspiringintheMiddle

Resources from the Episode

• Crucial Conversations 

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• Radical Candor Blog: https://www.radicalcandor.com/
• Emotional Intelligence 2.0 

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