About Art Janowiak

Art Janowiak III is the VP of Sales and Marketing at The Conover Company. He graduated from St. Norbert College with a passion for teaching. He has experience speaking, training and putting together online courses for emotional intelligence and career assessments. He currently lives in rural Wisconsin with his wife and five children.

Fixed vs. Growth Mindset

When it comes to achieving personal growth and success, two distinct mindsets are often encountered: fixed and growth mindset. While these two mindsets may appear similar on the surface, there are some key differences that should be considered in order to achieve optimal progress. Fixed Mindset A fixed mindset [...]

By |2024-05-10T15:14:39-05:00March 22nd, 2023|Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills, SEL, Soft Skills|Comments Off on Fixed vs. Growth Mindset

What is a Growth Mindset?

Have you ever heard the phrase "growth mindset" and wondered what it means? In short, a growth mindset is the belief that your abilities and intelligence can be developed over time through hard work and dedication. This stands in contrast to a fixed mindset, which is the belief that [...]

By |2023-03-01T12:56:29-06:00March 1st, 2023|Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills, SEL|Comments Off on What is a Growth Mindset?

Setting SMART goals: The Importance Of Realistic Goals

Having goals is an important part of success, no matter your profession or passion. But, if you’re striving for something that’s too high a reach or make unrealistic expectations on yourself, it can lead to more frustration than fulfillment. That’s why it’s important to set goals that are realistic [...]

By |2023-02-06T13:11:30-06:00February 6th, 2023|Goal Setting and Achievement|Comments Off on Setting SMART goals: The Importance Of Realistic Goals

Setting SMART goals: Why Measurable Goals Matter

Goal setting is an essential part of any successful business or individual. But what does it mean to set measurable goals? And why is it important? In this blog, we will discuss how setting measurable goals can help you reach success and how to go about creating them. What [...]

By |2023-01-25T09:13:34-06:00January 25th, 2023|Goal Setting and Achievement, Life Skills|Comments Off on Setting SMART goals: Why Measurable Goals Matter

Setting SEL Goals for the New Year

The new year is often a time for reflection and setting goals. This year, consider setting social-emotional learning (SEL) goals to promote healthy relationships and personal growth. SEL goals can help students develop skills such as self-awareness, self-management, relationship building, responsible decision making, and problem solving. In this blog [...]

By |2023-01-13T07:40:56-06:00January 13th, 2023|Goal Setting and Achievement|Comments Off on Setting SEL Goals for the New Year

5 Social Emotional Learning Skills for the Holidays

The holiday season can be a stressful time of year, especially when it comes to family dynamics. From birth order issues to disagreements, families have their own unique dynamic which can often lead to emotional outbursts during special occasions such as the holidays. To help you navigate the holidays [...]

By |2022-12-21T11:03:39-06:00December 21st, 2022|Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills, SEL, Soft Skills|Comments Off on 5 Social Emotional Learning Skills for the Holidays

3 Current Issues Facing Special Education

Today marks an incredibly special day - it is Special Education Day! Since 1975, December 2nd has been recognized in the United States as Special Education Day. This day marks the signing of the Individuals with with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) which allowed students with special needs to access [...]

By |2022-12-02T08:31:41-06:00November 29th, 2022|Education, News, SPED|Comments Off on 3 Current Issues Facing Special Education

4 Ways to Celebrate Career Development Month in the Classroom

It's National Career Development Month! This month is all about helping individuals boost their workplace readiness skills and enhance their career prospects. There are lots of great ways to celebrate in the classroom. Here are a few ideas to get you started: 1. Talk about different careers. National Career [...]

By |2022-11-18T12:14:24-06:00November 18th, 2022|Career Assessment, Education, Workplace Readiness|Comments Off on 4 Ways to Celebrate Career Development Month in the Classroom

5 Tips for Having a Positive Attitude at Work

The daily grind can often leave workers feeling drained and burnt out, but maintaining a positive attitude at work can make all the difference. Having a positive mindset allows you to approach tasks and challenges with optimism, rather than getting weighed down by negative thoughts and stress. It can also [...]

By |2022-11-07T09:08:32-06:00November 7th, 2022|Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills, SEL, Soft Skills, Workplace Readiness|Comments Off on 5 Tips for Having a Positive Attitude at Work
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