The Power of Caring Accountability: The Story of the Surprising Empathy of a Strict College Professor

In this episode, we delve into the power of caring accountability and explore a surprising story of empathy from a strict college professor. Listen to Ivna’s personal account of her first exam with Professor Gladstone, a man in his 60s with a serious and austere look. Despite receiving a zero on her exam, Ivna discovered the surprising empathy and support from Professor Gladstone as he encouraged her to turn her grades around. Through hard work and dedication, Ivna was able to pass the class with an excellent grade and still remembers Professor Gladstone with a smile. Join us as we discuss the impact of empathetic leadership, the importance of accountability, and the power of perseverance.   Other Episodes You’ll Like: How Passion, Feedback, Persistance, and "Not Yet" Can Help You Achieve Your Dreams: https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/how-passion-feedback-persistence-and-not-yet-can-help-you-achieve-your-dreams 10 Real-life Examples of How Assertiveness Can Boost Your Career: https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/044-10-real-life-inspiring-examples-of-how-assertive-communication-can-boost-your-career   Free Resources: Ask me your question for the next episode here: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion Sign up for 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Assertive Communication Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter   Talk or Workshop on Speaking Up With Assertive Communication Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/  Contact me [email protected] Or via Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/   About Assertive Way: Website: https://assertiveway.com Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915