A Slice with 'Dice
A Slice with ’Dice is a weekly podcast exploring leadership, talent development, and the human side of high-performing systems. Drawing on decades of experience in gifted education and public leadership, host Corey Alderdice examines how institutions identify potential, navigate change, and create cultures where people can thrive. Each episode blends thoughtful reflection with practical insight for educators, leaders, and anyone interested in how talent and transformation intersect in real-world settings.
A Slice with 'Dice
Nunchi: The Quiet Superpower Every Teen Needs
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What if one of the most powerful skills a teenager could develop didn’t come from textbooks or test prep, but from the ability to quietly read the room? In Korean culture, this skill is called nunchi—a subtle kind of social radar that helps people sense, adapt, and connect more deeply with others.
Corey Alderdice, national voice on talent and transformation, explores how nunchi, often described as the art of timing and awareness, can be a superpower for today’s high school students. From navigating friendships to leading with empathy, nunchi offers teens a practical way to strengthen relationships, avoid drama, and build trust. Drawing inspiration from pop culture and everyday school life, this episode makes the case for why cultivating nunchi might be just as important as any grade on a transcript.
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