The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
I am a learner, author, speaker, and sometimes I make podcasts talking about any and all of these things. One day, I will rap in my podcasts officially making me a SoundCloud rapper.
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Episodes
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
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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 May 21, 2023
Sunday May 21, 2023
George Couros kicks this episode off with a quote from Bob Proctor:
“A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you.” — Bob Proctor.
This quote perfectly summarizes this episode and how Couros reflects on his mentors. Be sure to complete the two challenges suggested in the intro to this episode and share your comments on YouTube!
Think about the successes you have in your work today and who has helped you to make an impact. Reach out to them!
Reach out to people you want to learn from.
Couros and Dr. Cruz share a great message in this episode about reaching out and making connections! So, take some time and use the strategies Dr. Cruz shares to make connections and make what can be a lonely profession a little less lonely!
Quotes:
“Stay connected…it could be a lonely job, but only if you make it one.” - Dr. Gladys Cruz
Links:
Gladys Cruz Twitter - https://twitter.com/GladysICruz
Questar III Website - https://www.questar.org
Questar III Video - https://youtu.be/Ea6B5kjCH64?list=PLskdCWQCGlGikeBBPkkfeVXUIdHhL2Gq4
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George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
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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 May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
Dr. Gladys Cruz joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire. Dr. Cruz has some amazing stories about her time teaching and how other educators inspired her. Watch to the end for a special shout-out to cassette tapes. Be sure to check out this episode to hear how Dr. Cruz 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:
“Always keep your students first.” - Dr. Gladys Cruz
Links:
Gladys Cruz Twitter - https://twitter.com/GladysICruz
Questar Website - https://www.questar.org
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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/
Sunday May 14, 2023
Sunday May 14, 2023
Andrea Gribble, the author of the brand-new book, Social Media for Schools, joins this episode of Epic Book Review! Gribble and Couros talk about strategies and advice for using social media with schools. Gribble’s book is a guide to using social media and how to effectively communicate with your community. This episode shares some amazing social media strategies as Gribble and Couros go beyond the typical social media policies and go in-depth into how to “highlight sunshine and rainbows” while still communicating about challenges.
Quotes:
“Your social media is for celebrations and direct communication.” - Andrea Gribble
“A Twitter handle is about communication. A hashtag is about community.” -George Couros
“Criticize the behavior, not the person. Praise in public, criticize in private. Praise with emotion, criticize without emotion.” - Will Guidara
“If you want good engagement, you feature your bus drive, your custodial staff, or your lunch crew…those people do not get enough love!” - Andrea Gribble
“Online interaction ends up causing off-line interaction.” - Andrea Gribble
Links:
Social Media for Schools (book) - https://socialschool4edu.com/book/
The Innovator’s Mindset (book) - https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Mindset-Empower-Learning-Creativity/dp/0986155497
Unreasonable Hospitality (book) - https://www.amazon.com/Unreasonable-Hospitality-Remarkable-Giving-People/dp/0593418573
Andrea Gribble Twitter - https://twitter.com/andreagribble?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Andrea Gribble Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andreagribble07/?hl=en
Andrea Gribble LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/socialschool4edu
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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 May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
The amazing Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa, Florida Teacher of the Year and a finalist for the National Teacher of the Year, joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Sackman-Ebuwa brings such a refreshing amount of energy to this episode and kicks the episode off with an explanation on how she got the nickname, Ms. Dorito! While her nickname has lasted the last 16 years, this episode will fly by because of Sackman-Ebuwa’s amazing stories and energy. Hear how Sackman-Ebuwa answers these questions and be sure to stay to the end for a burst of advice that Sackman-Ebuwa wishes she could tell her first-year teacher-self:
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:
“Write your lesson plans…reflect, journal…and see kids as individuals.” - Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa
Links:
Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa Twitter - http://www.dorinasackman.com/
Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa Website - https://twitter.com/Dorina_BELIEVE
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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 May 07, 2023
Sunday May 07, 2023
George Couros begins this podcast with a reflection about changing over time and embodying what we expect from our students. Couros shares why he is not a fan of professional learning norms and shares the one norm that he does agree with - “All I expect from you today is to learn in a way that you expect from your students.” Couros welcomes Scott T. McCue to this episode where the two talk about how they continue their own learning journey. Couros and McCue even go into some blogging strategies to help current non-bloggers get started. Share your learning in the comments and start getting your ideas out into the world - this will help make your learning visible!
Quotes:
"We all have to develop our networks because the job is bigger than all of us." - Scott T. McCue
Links:
Scott T. McCue Twitter - https://twitter.com/EatontownSuper
A Different Type of 10 Year Plan (Blog Post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/13610
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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 May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
George Couros welcomes Scott T. McCue to this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Scott T. McCue is the superintendent of Eatontown Public Schools. Couros recently spoke to a group of superintendents near the Jersey Shore where he connected with McCue. McCue and Couros begin this episode with a reflection on how to progress the ideas shared during that first conference. McCue brings a ton of energy to this episode as he reflects on his past 21 years in administration. Hear how McCue responds to these three questions in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast:
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 your time developing your craft." - Scott T. McCue
Links:
Scott T. McCue Twitter - https://twitter.com/EatontownSuper
Major Payne Movie (IMDB) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0110443/
A Different Type of 10 Year Plan (Blog Post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/13610
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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 30, 2023
Sunday Apr 30, 2023
George Couros begins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with a simple question that he asks to tell whether or not a principal is leading and providing mentorship. When principals can do both - give mentorship and lead a school - they help create a more effective learning environment. This episode with Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa, who is absolutely incredible, is a great reminder that while we may not always like the feedback we have to give or the feedback we get, taking that feedback and sharing feedback will make us better for the students we serve. Be sure to add a special happy birthday wish to Dorina (aka Ms. Dorito) in the comments below!
Quotes:
“If the kid masters the standard, it doesn’t matter if they got the homework right.” - Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa
“The whole point of leadership is you are keeping it real.” - Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa
“Roster = responsibility.” - Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa
“Focus on these kids and your environment of love and empathy and compassion will go up.” - Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa
Links:
Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa Twitter - http://www.dorinasackman.com/
Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa Website - https://twitter.com/Dorina_BELIEVE
Unreasonable Hospitality on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Unreasonable-Hospitality-Remarkable-Giving-People/dp/0593418573
Competitive Collaboration (Blog Post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/tag/competitive-collaboration
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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/
Saturday Apr 29, 2023
Saturday Apr 29, 2023
George Couros kicks off this April 2023 Highlight episode with a reflection on a blog post he wrote titled, Resources for Education Interviews and 6 Things to Consider During the Process. Couros shares a powerful reminder about showing appreciation and then describes three tips for what to look for when hiring for a new position and three tips for interviewing.
Links:
Resources for Education Interviews and 6 Things to Consider During the Process - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/13186
Scott Cowart: Learning by Example
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EowhM2QPr0
We often talk about leading by example, but just as important is learning by example. Superintendent, Scott K. Cowart embodies this value. George Couros will be speaking at Cowart’s school district, Carroll County, and this is a great prelude to that conference with the staff of Carroll County! Couros shares that a willingness to grow is something that Cowart does very beautifully.
Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa: The Need for Honest Leadership
This episode with Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa, who is absolutely incredible, is a great reminder that while we may not always like the feedback we have to give or the feedback we get, taking that feedback and sharing feedback will make us better for the students we serve.
Joe Sanfelippo: 3 Questions with Joe Sanfelippo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpRt1qEKQiU
Joe Sanfelippo
This episode begins with a reflection on a quote from Sanfelippo’s wife, “Do not take criticism from someone you wouldn’t take advice.” Couros and Sanfelippo reflect on this advice and share personal stories about why they made certain decisions and how they have used that quote in different aspects of their lives. Couros and Sanfelippo have some amazing advice and share some great ideas!
Dan Wolfe: Becoming the Change
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Zk40FwWK_w
George Couros begins this episode with his favorite quote from Macklemore:
“Don’t try to change the world, find something that you love, and do it every day, do that for the rest of your life, and eventually, the world will change.”
In this episode with Dan Wolfe, Couros and Wolfe have an uplifting conversation about embodying excitement and a passion for learning Wolfe is the author of a new book, Becoming the Change, and he has a blog and podcast with the same title.
George Couros: What You Complain About Today, You Might Miss Tomorrow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhcP5mWOQU4
George Couros shares this episode a few days before his next birthday and takes some time to reflect on three things he has learned this year! Couros’ ideas and stories go beyond education and are shared to help us all start reflecting on our own learning.
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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
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 23, 2023
Sunday Apr 23, 2023
George Couros begins this episode with his favorite quote from Macklemore:
“Don’t try to change the world, find something that you love, and do it every day, do that for the rest of your life, and eventually, the world will change.”
In this episode with Dan Wolfe, Couros and Wolfe have an uplifting conversation about embodying excitement and a passion for learning Wolfe is the author of a new book, Becoming the Change, and he has a blog and podcast with the same title. Be sure to comment on YouTube and share your favorite quote in education!
Links:
Becoming the Change (book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Change-Essential-Elements-Being/dp/B0B2TW64X7
4 Attributes of a Great Assistant Principal (blog post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/3635
“Any path that leads to a happy and healthy life.” (blog post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/7529
Dan Wolfe Website - https://becoming-the-change.com/
Dan Wolfe Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serveleadinspirealways/
Dan Wolfe Twitter - https://twitter.com/ServLeadInspire
Becoming the Change Podcast (Apple Podcasts) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/becoming-the-change/id1498725281
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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/