Critical Thinking for Success with Scott Halford Speaker, author and educator Scott Halford was back with RFL again taking us through the paces of critical thinking. Not just surface thinking, but what it means to really think. He emphasized that most of us have great thoughts but it’s the safety of the environment that predicts whether we’ll share them, debate them and ultimately change those thoughts for the better. The very essence of critical thinking requires you to be able to objectively examine your own and others’ thoughts. One of the hallmarks of an excellent critical thinker is to be able to spot, convey and change flawed thinking processes. Flawed thinking is often the culprit in problems that arise in projects and issues. Critical thinkers are able to bring to the forefront of their thinking the questions that stay in the background for average thinkers. Critical thinkers can bring them to the conscious mind, label them and follow them to a logical conclusion. They are skilled at doing this for both themselves and while listening to the thinking or questioning path of another. After critical thinkers master the process for themselves, they can then use it to track the line of questioning made of them by others. This helps to keep answers focused and on target. This year’s class had this to say about what they learned in the class: · “I liked the science based presentation with both theoretical and practical based application.” Will Roush · “I learned the importance of meditation for brain health, as well as giving my brain time to download rather than just racing from meeting to meeting or activity to activity.” Bonnie Muhigirwa · "One of the best sessions I have had the pleasure to learn from during RFL." Christina Brusig · “I loved being exposed to new ideas and new tools to allow me to make my life & relationships more meaningful.” Kellie Ulrich LEADERSHIP READ:
Scott Halford's pick 
Scott Halford’s book recommendation, “Be a Shortcut: The Secret Fast-track to Business Success”. It helps people to understand how to increase their value no matter what they do by focusing on the combination of emotional intelligence and mastery. It’s fun, light and has great lessons! Support your local Booksellers as part of RFL's Team 3/50 Project and order or pick up this book locally: Explore Booksellers 221 East Main Street Aspen, CO 81611-1996 (970) 925-5336 http://www.explorebooksellers.com/book-order Book Train 723 Grand Avenue Glenwood Springs, CO 81601-3401 (970) 945-7045
Applying insights from social cognitive neuroscience to enhance leadership effectiveness SCARF Self-Assessment is a free online self-assessment tool (recommended by Scott Halford) that gives you insight into the five domains of the SCARF model, and indicates the importance each domain currently has in your life.
Understanding which of these five domains are key drivers for you increases self-awareness as to why you (and others) behave as they do in certain social interactions.
Knowing more about your own reactions leads to better self-regulation and gives you more options when dealing with other people. http://www.scarfsolutions.com
Catch up on the Current RFL Class
We will highlight a few class members throughout the year, so check them out and stay tuned for more. Scott Kendrick: Owner, Art Forward and Millennium Pack & Ship. Scott has a Communication degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder. Scott, with his wife Alex, is a host family for Aspen Youth Experience/Buddy Program. Through this program they invite at risk youth into their home and provide them with a safe place to sleep and eat. Scott’s interest in RFL is to be a strong leader. He believes continuing education provides tools to grow and adapt to change in the workplace as well as in his personal life. Ann Abernethy: Ann has spent the past 20 years investing in residential and commercial real estate, and has bought, rehabilitated, and sold over 35 properties throughout the United States. Through her media career she has recently launched a new local radio show, “The Phoenix Fitness Show”, which airs on KNFO radio. Ann began her television career as Regis Philbin’s co-host on “The Morning Show, WABC-TV, New York City. She is married and the mother of two adult children. Eric Montemayor: Principal Relationship Manager, Wells Fargo Bank in Aspen. Eric attended Texas State University in San Marcos Texas with an emphasis in Finance and Accounting. Eric feels it’s time to give back to the community. He is hoping to gain more skills and insight from RFL that will allow him to give back to his community in more ways than he’s ever thought. Bonnie Muhigirwa: Permit Technician with the City of Aspen. Bonnie has a BA in International Relations from Wheaton College, including a certificate in Human Need and Global Resources which involved a 6 month internship working for Solace Ministries, a non-profit organization in Rwanda. Bonnie is excited to gain tools from RFL to make a positive impact in the community. Susan Okie: Is the owner of Interior Designer with Variation. Susan has a BA from University of California – Santa Barbara. Susan recently participated in the Avon Breast Walk and raised $4800 for the cause. Through RFL, Susan expects to gain intimate insight into leadership, allowing her to go on a journey of self-discovery. JP Pedinielli: Portfolio Manager with Ryan Investment Management. JP has a Master’s Degree in Finance from the University of Denver and an Undergraduate Business Degree from DU. JP serves on an investment committee for a family foundation. While in Denver he served on the Board of Komen for the Cure and the Board of YouthBiz, Inc. JP is a current Board member of AYPA and serves on grants committee for Komen in Aspen. JP expects to gain a sense of community involvement and the satisfaction of making a difference with RFL. CURRENT LEADERSHIP CONNECT POSTINGS: View all listings List your non-profit or government board position needs on Leadership Connect Today!
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THIS Friday in Snowmass Village! March 2, 2012
5:15-7PM
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