Jeanne BlakeSep 7, 20211 minWhy the Ability to Listen is a SuperpowerAs children of all ages navigate continued uncertainty brought on by the pandemic, there’s a proven way caring adults can offer support....
Jeanne BlakeAug 5, 20211 minThe Delta Variant: Talking With KidsAs the Delta variant surges, we face uncertainty rather than the eagerly anticipated re-entry. I spoke with Dr. Paula K. Rauch, a...
Jeanne BlakeJul 29, 20213 minCreating Connection to Foster ResilienceIt was an honor to present yesterday to 40 women leaders at the Massachusetts School Administrators' Association Annual Summer Institute....
kmaclean55Dec 8, 20201 minBuilding Resilience During the PandemicRecently, actor and comedian Ali Wentworth interviewed me on her podcast Go Ask Ali for her series “Growing Teens in the Pandemic.” We...
kmaclean55Aug 10, 20203 minProtecting Your Teen's Mental Health During CovidWhile working remotely, distractions abound. Cell phones ping and ring. Zoom screens demand our attention. In the background, the sounds...
kmaclean55May 22, 20203 minCreating Room for Aha! Moments in a Time of Social IsolationBy Jeanne Blake Clients often tell me their biggest challenge in working remotely is the lack of spontaneous interaction with co-workers...
kmaclean55May 19, 20201 minHow to Foster ResilienceBy Jeanne Blake In early winter, The Boston Club, New England’s largest organization of executive and professional women, asked me to...
Jeanne BlakeApr 8, 20204 minMessage from the SeaBy Jeanne Blake During this coronavirus crisis I make a habit of walking the beach near my home in Gloucester, Massachusetts. On one...
Jeanne BlakeApr 5, 20202 minOffering Feedback While Working RemotelyBy Jeanne Blake Constructive feedback is vital to employees’ development and sense of engagement. Leaders say these conversations, often...
Jeanne BlakeMar 30, 20202 minStrengthening Connections with EmployeesBy Jeanne Blake Social connection and a sense of belonging boosts overall well-being. In the workplace, this translates into higher...
Jeanne BlakeMar 21, 20203 minGuidance for Effective Virtual MeetingsBy Jeanne Blake Virtual meetings have been part of our day-to-day business for years. With these meetings now routine, it’s worth...
Jeanne BlakeNov 25, 20143 minMayor Menino's Bold LeadershipTom Menino wasn’t considered the most reflective guy around, which is why he sometimes got accused of lacking “the vision thing.” But...