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Memes and social media posts jest that time and days of the week have no meaning during the pandemic. The structure that comes from commutes, bus rides, classes, and offices has practically vanished. On our calendars we mark the passing of events that would have been. We lack the usual rhythm of finals, graduations, and […]
In 2000, the global community came together to change the world through a series of 8 goals – the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) – all focusing on lofty ways to make the world better by 2015. In 2015, the global community realized that their original goals were not Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, or Time-bound enough, […]
Diving into personal leadership requires we become more aware of ourselves – our strengths, weaknesses, values, identities, experiences, behaviors – and how these interact to form our unique leadership style. What does personal leadership look like in the face of a global pandemic? Put simply, it’s self care. It’s learning to be more in tune […]
At the ripe age of 16, this small town girl attended HOBY’s World Leadership Congress. In just one week, I met 400+ students from across the globe with a common desire to learn, connect, and act. My mind engaged, my heart burning, a fire lit under my feet, I began walking my path to global […]
by Cheryl Brenn, HOBY Chief International Programs Officer There is no doubt we are in the midst of a global health crisis. We are navigating, continually changing environments and situations, some of which we couldn’t even imagine just a week or two ago. Ask any high school or college student if they thought they would […]
All of HOBY’s DNPs are remote employees and work from home on a regular basis. Here are some of their best tips to help if you’re transitioning to working from home: Create a schedule and stick to it! If your office hours are 9am – 6pm, plan to work those hours like you normally would. […]
Our annual Training Institute was held in the heavily air- conditioned Hyatt Winfrey Hotel in Birmingham, AL on Aug 15- 18th! Volunteers, DNPs and HOBY International staff from almost all corners of the United States flocked by the hundreds to participate in this highly informative training. Here are some highlights: Friday, August 16 was the […]
What do you picture when you think of a great leader? You might imagine someone who is dynamic in a crowd, who loves talking with people, who is outgoing and charismatic and thrives in social situations where all eyes are on them. Certainly, someone who exhibits these skills and traits has the potential for great […]
HOBY’s founder Hugh O’Brian believed that everyone “if given the opportunity and encouragement to recognize his or her own potential, regardless of background, has the freedom to choose in our world. Will an individual be a taker or a giver in life? Will that person be satisfied merely to exist, or seek a meaningful purpose? […]
The time for kindness is now. This week is Random Acts of Kindness Week. Yes, ALL Week! Every day is an opportunity to spread happiness, and it doesn’t take much. Studies show that acts of kindness and service to others improves our own physical and mental health, and is rumored to increase lifespan! When learning […]