The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
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Episodes
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Lori Care joins this episode of Three Questions! Care, a principal in New Jersey, and George Couros reflect on their time together at Care’s recent staff PD! Hear how Care answers these questions:
Who is a teacher that inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher self?
Quotes:
“Pour all you (can) into relationships.” - Lori Care
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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 Apr 14, 2024
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
Lori Care joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast and shares what she is doing at her school site to create a welcoming environment and truly provide time for self-care! Care shares some great points about the importance of taking care of yourself, seeing yourself in the school environment, and building a community through shout-outs! Be sure to check out this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset to hear all the great ideas Care shares!
Quotes:
“I could lead from an instructional point…” - Lori Care reflecting on moving from a supervisor fo curriculum to a principal
“We had come to a point in time where all we talked about was self-care...What if we just do a day that is all about educators?” - Lori Care
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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 Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Check out the book, "Teach Happy!" by Kim Strobel here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334712?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334712&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin
In this podcast, Kim Strobel, upon the release of her new book discusses why she wrote "Teach Happy," what she learned from the process, and what she hopes the impact will be in the future! Here are a few quotes from the book!
"When we continually work to embody the best version of ourselves, we’re able to tap into more of our potential, feel increased confidence, and experience more positive feelings."
"Being happy doesn’t mean we don’t have bad days or feel sad sometimes; instead, it means we feel positive emotions more often than we do heavy ones."
"Deciding that your happiness counts makes you better at your job, better for your family, and, most importantly, better for yourself."
Get your copy here!
https://strobeleducation.com/teach-happy/
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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 Apr 07, 2024
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Dr. Jordan Cox, the superintendent of Commack Schools, joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where he reflects on ways to help students develop their strengths. Dr. Jordan Cox and George Couros have a great discussion about helping students find what makes them want to learn. Couros will be visiting Dr. Cox’s school district where he will have the opportunity to share some of his thoughts while also learning from the things they are doing that make the Commack School District a great place to learn!
Quotes:
“Our role in education is to educate students on all the doors that are open, or even create new ones that don’t exist.” - Dr. Jordan Cox
"Every student in Commack is able to connect what they are learning with the outside world." - Dr. Jordan Cox
Links:
Dr. Jordan Cox X - https://twitter.com/LI_Educator
Dr. Jordan Cox LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jordan-cox-6a260291
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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 Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Dr. Jordan Cox joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where he opens up with some great thoughts right from the beginning! As the superintendent of Commack Schools, Dr. Cox reflects on his time in education and answers these three questions:
Who is a teacher that inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher self?
Quotes:
“How do we find ways for students to be able to make meaning of their learning?” - Dr. Jordan Cox
Links:
Dr. Jordan Cox X - https://twitter.com/LI_Educator
Dr. Jordan Cox LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jordan-cox-6a260291
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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 Apr 01, 2024
Monday Apr 01, 2024
In this month’s highlight intro, George Couros reminds us of the importance of feeling valued. Couros shares, “You don’t have to love what you do, but what you do should not make you feel miserable.” As you watch or listen to this month’s highlights, Couros encourages you to consider what you are really good at and what you are aiming to do. For more thoughts on these ideas, be sure to check out the Three Things email from 10/23/24, 3 Tips for Getting a New Job!
Links:
Subscribe to the Three Things Emails: https://us12.campaign-archive.com/home/?u=9381017234135a9c6d5f7419a&id=cb864bbb3a
Three Tips on Getting a New Job: https://us12.campaign-archive.com/?u=9381017234135a9c6d5f7419a&id=064888b62c
Description & Time Codes:
0:00 Intro with George Couros
11:23 Intro Music
11:32 Kristen Brooks
17:41 Dr. Will
20:01 Sarah Sirgo
27:21 Dean Tolson
29:25 Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket
33:26 Dr. Jen Mott
36:03 Closing
Kristen Brooks: STEAM for Little Learners
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgvt8bCFzMs
Kristen Brooks shares her thoughts on how to use AI for creative purposes. Her experience with Adobe Express and AI especially with 4th and 5th graders is incredibly inspirational and empowering. Students learn how to customize their AI inputs to make sure that the output makes sense based on what the students describe.
Dr. Will: 3 Questions with Dr. Will Deyamport on the #Edupreneur
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hn3Khg8LMGc
In this clip from 3 Questions with Dr. Will Deyamport on the #Edupreneur - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast, Dr. Will explains how his book can help improve learning in schools! Be sure to check out the full episode for even more great thoughts shared by Dr. Will!
Sarah Sirgo: Professionally Irreverent
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tO6ocFybwNU
Sarah Sirgo shares three things that she considers “professionally irreverent.” Be sure to check out the full episode of this podcast with Sarah Sirgo for even more great information!
Dean Tolson: The Journey from Illiterate NBA Player to Magna Laude
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-py7X0XD80c
Dean Tolson joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast to share his journey from illiterate NBA player to Magna Laude! Tolson’s story is a powerful that he is passionate about sharing! Be sure to check out this episode to hear the 5 vows that Tolson kept to overcome illiteracy!
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket: Navigating the Path to School Leadership
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bx7eV5CycaQ
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket shares what from her new book, Navigating the Path to School Leadership, resonates with readers! Be sure to check out the full episode with Dr. Edoho-Eket for even more great thoughts!
Jen Mott: Nurturing Hope While Embracing Perseverance in Education
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In this clip of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Dr. Jen Mott shares a crucial question, why are educators staying in the profession? Be sure to check out the full episode with Dr. Mott to hear even more great ideas!
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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 Mar 31, 2024
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
Finding solutions is not always about finding the answer, but it can be about asking a different question. Couros opens this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with a reflection on why we should be asking “Why are people staying in the profession of teaching” instead of “Why are people leaving the teaching profession?” Dr. Mott joins this episode to talk about her new book, Teacherverence, where she analyzes what is making teachers stay in education.
Quotes:
“The optimist in me says, ‘but in the midst of the hard or the challenge, what are the positives we can hang on to?’ “ - Dr. Jen Mott
“Contextual Joy: Finding joy in the right context.” - Dr. Jen Mott
Links:
Dr. Jen Mott Website - https://drjenmott.com/
Dr. Jen Mott X - https://twitter.com/jen_mott_
Dr. Jen Mott Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/j.mott/
Eric Thomas - How Bad You Want It - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vuetQSwFW8
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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 Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Jen Mott joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Dr. Mott and Couros have a great conversation at the beginning where we learn more about all the jobs Dr. Mott is currently “juggling” - including literal juggling! Be sure to watch or listen to this episode to hear how Dr. Mott answers these questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What is your hope for your first year of teaching?
Quotes:
“Some Days we are the seed planters...it is so much bigger than the
Perfect lesson plan…” -Dr. Jen Mott
Links:
Dr. Jen Mott Website - https://drjenmott.com/
Dr. Jen Mott X - https://twitter.com/jen_mott_
Dr. Jen Mott Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/j.mott/
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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 Mar 24, 2024
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
George Couros welcomes Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket to this episode of the Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Dr. Edoho-Eket shares some very powerful insights about how she has done things differently as a principal. Dr. Edoho-Eket has a book, Navigating the Path to School Leadership where she reflects on the transition from being a classroom teacher to being a school leader. Be sure to watch or listen to this episode for some great insights from Dr. Edoho-Eket!
Quotes:
“It is my belief that...we are going to work together and collaborate on behalf of children...we will include our families as partners, we will communicate in an effective way…” - Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket
“Whenever I have a new experience, I open up the resume…your resume has to be ready.” - Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket
Links:
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket Website - https://sites.google.com/view/the-principals-journey-website/home?authuser=0
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_principals_journey/
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket X - https://twitter.com/RachelEdohoEket
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@racheledoho-eket
The Principal's Journey: Navigating the Path to School Leadership (book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/Principals-Journey-Navigating-School-Leadership/dp/B0BVC8MXNB
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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 Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where she discusses a few details about her new book, Navigating the Path to School Leadership and also shares some of the amazing learning experiences she has had as a teacher, associate principal, and school principal! Check out this episode with Dr. Edoho-Eket to hear how she answers these questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What is your hope for your first year of teaching?
Quotes:
“Focus your energy on good teaching practices or building connections.” - Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket
Links:
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket Website - https://sites.google.com/view/the-principals-journey-website/home?authuser=0
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_principals_journey/
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket X - https://twitter.com/RachelEdohoEket
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@racheledoho-eket
The Principal's Journey: Navigating the Path to School Leadership (book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/Principals-Journey-Navigating-School-Leadership/dp/B0BVC8MXNB
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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/