The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
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Thursday Jul 27, 2023
Thursday Jul 27, 2023
Jenn Hencken joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Three Questions on Educators that Inspire and shares some serious inspirational stories from her time in education. Couros and Hencken kick off this conversation with a reflection on the Orlando Magic throwback theme song! If you have ever wondered which soap opera has the best vocabulary, hear Hencken’s story about a teacher who inspired her. However, this podcast is not just for soap opera fans, Couros and Hencken talk about a ton of great educational strategies and reflect on ways to make stronger connections with our learners and community. This energetic conversation has more than just nostalgic music memories, so be sure to listen or watch on YouTube to hear how Hencken answers these questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?
Quotes:
“Take a breath…you do not have to do it all from scratch…ease your way into things.” - Jenn Hencken
Links:
Jenn Hencken Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenhencken
Orlando Magic Original Theme Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCfvyB23nJY
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George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Sunday Jul 23, 2023
Sunday Jul 23, 2023
George Couros begins this podcast with a reflection on his first few days of teaching in a new school year. In this conversation with Dr. Edward Aldareli, Dr. Adlareli and Couros reflect on the importance of building relationships with our kids and our community. The two share ways to connect with the people in the room and why the investment of time and how time is spent to build trust really matters. In this episode of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast, viewers and listeners will not only gain powerful insight into the importance of relationships, but they can even save themselves a meeting by hearing the message that Dr. Edward Aldareli plans on sharing with his staff during their kickoff professional development session of 23/24!
Quotes:
“We need to build relationships here, not just among departments, but Edison as one whole. Establishing a culture, an environment that breeds success and helps people enjoy coming to work every day.” - Dr. Edward Aldareli
Links:
Dr. Edward Aldareli Twitter - https://twitter.com/EAldarelli
Dr. Edward Aldareli LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-aldarelli-ed-d-39991b100/
Edison Township Public Schools - https://www.edison.k12.nj.us/administration/superintendent
The Speed of Trust - https://www.speedoftrust.com/
Graduation Video - https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=10157983187140609&t=2
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George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Dr. Edward Aldareli, acting superintendent of Edison Township Public Schools, joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Dr. Aldarel, who comes from a family of educators, reflects on his own student teaching, shares several educators who inspired him, and gives some powerful advice about what to focus on during the first year of teaching. Dr. Aldareli is truly inspirational and shares some very vulnerable stories in this episode. Check out this full episode to see how Dr. Aldareli answers these questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?
Quotes:
“Planning and preparation are the most important things in year one.” - Dr. Edward Aldareli
Links:
Dr. Edward Aldareli Twitter - https://twitter.com/EAldarelli
Dr. Edward Aldareli LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-aldarelli-ed-d-39991b100/
Edison Township Public Schools - https://www.edison.k12.nj.us/administration/superintendent
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Sunday Jul 16, 2023
Sunday Jul 16, 2023
George Couros welcomes Stacey Ross Cohen to this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Couros and Ross Cohen have a powerful conversation about how to leverage social media. Throughout this episode, Ross Cohen drops some seriously powerful information about social media and the image we put out there. Be sure to listen or watch on YouTube for some great ideas about what to include in your email signature and how to make sure that we are “our own news channel!”
Quotes:
“Add value, not clutter.” - Stacey Ross Cohen
“I always wanted to be unique and memorable and that is what branding is all about…I want to crystallize the uniqueness.” - Stacey Ross Cohen
Links:
Stacey Ross Cohen Twitter - https://twitter.com/StaceyRossCohen?s=20
Stacey Ross Cohen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/staceyrosscohen/
Stacey Ross Cohen Website - https://staceyrosscohen.com/
Stacey Ross Cohen book - https://www.amazon.com/Brand-Up-Ultimate-Playbook-College/dp/1637585381
Getting Proper Permission for Posting Student Pictures Online (Blog Post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/6132
To Post or Not to Post? How Social Media Influences College Admissions - https://www.huffpost.com/entry/to-post-or-not-to-post-how-social-media-influences_b_59c501b0e4b0b7022a6469ad
Jason Shaffer: Helping Students Creating an Online Presence Set Up for Success S4 EP21 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxByW3dNH-I
My Life (Michael Keaton movie) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Life_(film)
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
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George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Jul 13, 2023
Thursday Jul 13, 2023
On this very special episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire, the amazing Lainie Rowell shares tons of exciting details about her newest writing project, Bold Gratitude! For her third time on the podcast, Rowell tells listeners and viewers all about what inspired her just-released gratitude journal, what she hopes journalers will get from this project, and strategies for using this journal in your classrooms. As always, Rowell brings delightful energy to the podcast, so be sure to like, subscribe, and comment below!
Quotes:
“When you do this (gratitude journaling) for others, you are going to benefit as well!” - Lainie Rowell
“I want this (Bold Gratitude) to help them take their relationships to the next level, I want this to improve their interpersonal relationships.” - Lainie Rowell
Links:
Lainie Rowell Website - https://www.lainierowell.com/
Lainie Rowell Twitter - https://twitter.com/lainierowell
Lainie Rowell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lainierowell/
George Couros Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gcouros/?hl=en
Lainie Rowell Amazon Books - https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B084LXLNWX
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
George Couros begins this episode with Chip Joes with a reflection on a parent phone call he had when he was an administrator. Couros shares that advice given to him from his front office secretary. Making a commitment to ensuring that parents know how appreciated their child is and how we have all made mistakes helped make a potentially difficult phone call much smoother!
George Couros and Chip Jones talk about these connections with parents and how important it is to demonstrate how much we care for the children in our schools. Jones makes a ton of powerful points and shares impressive strategies for making community connections.
Quotes:
“People saw the school as a community resource…we help kids get
an understanding of what they want to do when they leave here.” - Chip Jones
Links:
Chip Jones LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-jones-ed-d-823a851a/
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
George Couros welcomes Chip Jones to this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Jones, the Superintendent of Cumberland County Public Schools at Cumberland County Public Schools, VA, brings a ton of great energy and personal experiences to this episode. Jones shares a memory of a special education teacher who became his unofficial mentor when he first started his career - this educator made such an impression that Jones still sends her a poinsettia every holiday season! Hear this story and more as Jones answers these questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?
Quotes:
“You can do this…it is okay to try new things…You don't always
have to fit the norm.” - Chip Jones
Links:
Chip Jones LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-jones-ed-d-823a851a/
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
You can follow George on Instagram at instagram.com/gcouros
Couros begins this highlight episode with a reflection on where this podcast was when he first began it in. Couros also shares how he uses his social media as a diary for his kids. Couros also shares these reminders:
1. Do not chase people that do not appreciate your time
2. "Forgiveness is more for you than it is for other people." -Unknown
3. "When you feel things are getting hard, that is when you push back harder." - David Goggins
Nathan Maynard and Valerie Nesmith-Arechiga discuss logical consequences and share exact strategies to reinforce skill gaps and repair harm that may be caused. Maynard reflects on what it means to teach with consequences, Couros shares a strategy that requires patience but gets the students to open up and consider on their pathway forward, Nesmith-Arechiga shares a great question that she learned from Dr. Belinda George. All this and more in this clip of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast - Nathan Maynard and Valerie Nesmith-Arechiga: Restorative Practices 2.0!
Dr. Donya Ball: Dealing with Adversity in Education
George Couros begins this episode with a reflection on a quote from the book, Getting to Neutral:
“The next time your world feels like its collapsing around you,
Grab your mental gear shift and ask yourself something similar, don't worry about the big picture, ask this: What is the next thing I need to do?”
When we can articulate what is going on and what we need to do to move forward, we can find confidence in what may happen next.
This episode with the amazing Dr. Donya Ball is all about articulating the situation and figuring out what is next. Dr. Ball, the author of Adjusting the Sails, reflects on what the next right thing is in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast.
Dr. Christie Whitbeck: Know Your Impact
George Couros welcomes Dr. Christie Whitbeck to this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Dr. Whitback shares an important message to all listeners and viewers - know your impact! Dr. Whitback shares so many amazing stories and takeaways in this episode and works to remind everyone to reach out and show their appreciation. Because this message is so important, try to take the time to reach out to a fellow educator today - it is always better to show gratitude way too early rather than way too late!
Epic Book Review - "Getting to Neutral" by Trevor Moawad
George Couros’ Epic Book Review on “Getting to Neutral” by Trevor Moawad was actually a TikTok recommendation! Couros reflects on three key quotes shared by Moawad and connects them to his own personal stories and educational experiences. Be sure to listen or watch to the end for a special shout-out to Dr. Katie Novak!
Epic Book Review - Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara
In this episode of Epic Book Review, George Couros shares his learning from Will Guidara and connects it to education. Couros shares a glowing review right from the start and reflects on how this book has changed some of his thinking.
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
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George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
George Couros opens this episode with a reflection on what he learned when he was a kid and how we can embrace opportunities to learn from others. This episode with George Ferro, an assistant superintendent, reflects on education, sports, and even wrestling!
Quotes:
“The role of the middle school educator is to make sure kids always have an adult they can talk to…” - George Ferro
Links:
George Ferro Twitter - https://twitter.com/gmferrojr
George Ferro LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-ferro-2a310463/
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
In this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire with George Ferro, not only do Couros and Ferro bond over having the same name, but they also connect over their love of a wrestling magazine from their childhoods! This energetic episode shares some powerful thoughts as Ferro answers these questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?
Quotes:
“Make sure you study the reason behind the action just as much as you're going to study the decision as a result of the action.” - George Ferro
Links:
George Ferro Twitter - https://twitter.com/gmferrojr
George Ferro LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-ferro-2a310463/
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/