Sample Lesson Plan

Pivot Points: Mastering Life's Transitions

Learn Lesson #1: Embrace a Fresh Perspective

"The only thing you can control is your attitude toward the world. And the world will react accordingly."

- John C. Maxwell

"The only thing you can control is your attitude toward the world. And the world will react accordingly."
"The only thing you can control is your attitude toward the world. And the world will react accordingly."

“I am facing a huge fork in the road!”

Estimated completion time: 90 minutes


Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand two types of pivot points.

2. Learn the origins of personal beliefs. 

3. Clarify the path to a fresh perspective.


Lesson Summary: This lesson introduces adopting a fresh perspective, essential for becoming a proactive, motivated self-leader. You will learn  the different factors that go into forming your belief and value system and learn how important it is to embrace a fresh, opportunistic, life-giving, purpose-driven perspective at pivot points.

Learning Activities:
  1. Learn the Lesson
  2. Core Video (10:30): "Embrace a Fresh Perspective"
  3. Core Video Self-Assessment 
  4. Featured Video (12:41): TEDx Lolly Daskal: “We Cannot Lead Others Without First Leading from Within.” Founder and CEO of leadership program Lead From Within, Lolly Daskal teaches that effective leadership is knowing who you are, what you stand for, and how you can use your identity to serve others.
  5. A Thriving Tale of Transition
  6. Featured Video (11:34): "I must keep going"
  7. The Tale of the Three Bricklayers
  8. Featured Video (1:51): "It's on you"
  9. Lesson Exercise: Embrace a Fresh Perspective
  10. Aspire's Learning Lounge

Estimated completion time: 90 minutes


Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand two types of pivot points.

2. Learn the origins of personal beliefs. 

3. Clarify the path to a fresh perspective.


Lesson Summary: This lesson introduces adopting a fresh perspective, essential for becoming a proactive, motivated self-leader. You will learn  the different factors that go into forming your belief and value system and learn how important it is to embrace a fresh, opportunistic, life-giving, purpose-driven perspective at pivot points.

Learning Activities:
  1. Learn the Lesson
  2. Core Video (10:30): "Embrace a Fresh Perspective"
  3. Core Video Self-Assessment 
  4. Featured Video (12:41): TEDx Lolly Daskal: “We Cannot Lead Others Without First Leading from Within.” Founder and CEO of leadership program Lead From Within, Lolly Daskal teaches that effective leadership is knowing who you are, what you stand for, and how you can use your identity to serve others.
  5. A Thriving Tale of Transition
  6. Featured Video (11:34): "I must keep going"
  7. The Tale of the Three Bricklayers
  8. Featured Video (1:51): "It's on you"
  9. Lesson Exercise: Embrace a Fresh Perspective
  10. Aspire's Learning Lounge


Estimated completion time:

60 minutes Learning

Outcomes:
1. Understand two types of pivot points.
2. Learn the origins of personal beliefs. 
3. Clarify the path to a fresh perspective.

Lesson Summary: This lesson introduces adopting a fresh perspective, essential for becoming a proactive, motivated self-leader. You will learn  the different factors that go into forming your belief and value system and learn how important it is to embrace a fresh, opportunistic, life-giving, purpose-driven perspective at pivot points.

Learning Activities:
1.Learn the Lesson (Lesson Plan)
2. Core Video (10:30): "Embrace a Fresh Perspective"
3. Core Video Self-Assessment (<10 questions)
4. Featured Video (12:41): TEDx Lolly Daskal: “We Cannot Lead Others Without First Leading from Within.” Founder and CEO of leadership program Lead From Within, Lolly Daskal teaches that effective leadership is knowing who you are, what you stand for, and how you can use your identity to serve others.
5. A Thriving Tale of Transition (Inspiring, lesson-relevant story of a life change)
6: Featured Video (11:34): "I must keep going"
7. The Tale of the Three Bricklayers
8. Featured Video (1:51): "It's on you"
9. Lesson Exercise: Embrace a Fresh Perspective
10. Learner's Lesson Takeaways: Embrace a Fresh Perspective 

Supplemental Resources:

  • TEDx Dominic Colenso: "The Power of Telling Your Story" (11 minutes) — Dominic Colenso is an actor, director, and storyteller who works with businesses around the world to unlock creativity, connection and communication. He teachers others to embrace your own story because the stories of your past shape the story of your future.

Estimated completion time: 90 minutes


Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand two types of pivot points.

2. Learn the origins of personal beliefs. 

3. Clarify the path to a fresh perspective.


Lesson Summary: This lesson introduces adopting a fresh perspective, essential for becoming a proactive, motivated self-leader. You will learn  the different factors that go into forming your belief and value system and learn how important it is to embrace a fresh, opportunistic, life-giving, purpose-driven perspective at pivot points.

Learning Activities:
  1. Learn the Lesson
  2. Core Video (10:30): "Embrace a Fresh Perspective"
  3. Core Video Self-Assessment 
  4. Featured Video (12:41): TEDx Lolly Daskal: “We Cannot Lead Others Without First Leading from Within.” Founder and CEO of leadership program Lead From Within, Lolly Daskal teaches that effective leadership is knowing who you are, what you stand for, and how you can use your identity to serve others.
  5. A Thriving Tale of Transition
  6. Featured Video (11:34): "I must keep going"
  7. The Tale of the Three Bricklayers
  8. Featured Video (1:51): "It's on you"
  9. Lesson Exercise: Embrace a Fresh Perspective
  10. Aspire's Learning Lounge

Learn the Lingo: Terminology for Effective Conversations

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Learn the Lingo: Terminology for Effective Conversations

Supplemental Resources: TEDx Dominic Colenso: "The Power of Telling Your Story" (11 minutes) — Dominic Colenso is an actor, director, and storyteller who works with businesses around the world to unlock creativity, connection and communication. He teachers others to embrace their own story because the stories of their past shape the story of their future.

Annotated Insights for Further Reading:

  • Allen, James. “As A Man Thinketh.” James Allen Library, 1903. Allen shares a philosophical and inspirational treatise on the power of thought and how it shapes our lives.
  • Brooks, Arthur. "From Strength to Strength.” Broadside Books, 2022. Brooks presents a plan for living a more fulfilling life by aligning your work with your values.
  • Covey, Stephen R. "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.” Free Press, 2020. Dr. Covey outlines personal and professional effectiveness principles through character and ethical decision-making.
  • Maxwell, John C. "Thinking for a Change." Center Street, 2003. Dr. Maxwell delves into the importance of changing one's thinking for personal and professional success.


Learn the Lingo: Terminology for Effective Conversations
Learn the Lingo: Terminology for Effective Conversations
Learn the Lingo: Terminology for Effective Conversations

Supplemental Resources:

  • TEDx Dominic Colenso: "The Power of Telling Your Story" (11 minutes) — Dominic Colenso is an actor, director, and storyteller who works with businesses around the world to unlock creativity, connection and communication. He teachers others to embrace your own story because the stories of your past shape the story of your future.

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