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May 12, 2025Launch of Free Success in Business Series

Last week, the Madison School of Professional Development (MSPD) announced the launch of a new certificate series. The new Success in Business series includes eight, short certificates that the public can take for free. The series highlights many of the key elements for successful entrepreneurial and operational endeavors. Dr. Scott Eidson, Executive Vice President of the MSPD, noted noted, “these new certificates are perfect for both aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start a business and experienced business people alike.” The first two certificates are live and more certificates launch this week. Read the full press . ... Read more

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May 07, 2025Strategic Innovation and Inspirational Communication

By Dr. Scott Welcome back to another edition of the Madison School of Professional Development Wednesday Leadership Blog. Last week, we started a new series on visionary leadership. In the first installment of the series, Characteristics of Visionary Leadership , we focused on the 6 characteristics of visionary leaders and then explored the important concept of future mindsets and compelling visions. This week, we look at how visionary leaders strategically innovate, how visionary leaders must be effective change managers, and also how visionary leaders inspire others through their communication. Strategic Innovation Creativity is an important element in visionary leadership and visionary leaders typically embrace creative solutions to problems and also creative visions for the future. But visionary leadership is more than just being innovative and it’s also more than just taking risks. Visionary leaders innovate strategically. They visualize a future state and ... Read more

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March 18, 2025What is a Life Coach?

By: Coach Vern A life coach is a professional who helps clients to set and achieve personal or professional goals. They work with clients to identify areas of their lives that need improvement, develop strategies for success, and provide support and guidance throughout the process. Life coaches are not therapists, counselors, or mentors, but rather guides who help people make positive changes in their lives. One of the primary roles of a life coach is to listen actively and empathetically to their client's concerns and goals. They work with clients to identify what they want to achieve, whether it be improving relationships, advancing in their careers, or finding more balance and fulfillment in their personal lives. Life coaches then help clients develop specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals that align with their values and priorities. In addition to setting goals, life coaches also provide tools and strategies for overcoming obstacles and staying mo... Read more