The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
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Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Dan Wolfe, the author of Becoming the Change, joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Wolfe shares a bit about his new book which is focused on the five main components of social-emotional learning. Wolfe reflects on several personal learning experiences as he answers these three 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?
Links:
Becoming the Change (book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Change-Essential-Elements-Being/dp/B0B2TW64X7
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
Because of a Teacher on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Because-Teacher-Stories-Inspire-Education/dp/194833433X
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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 Apr 16, 2023
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09QZ8J3XN?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=B09QZ8J3XN&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
George Couros welcomes Joe Sanfelippo to this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! 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! Be sure to check out Sanfelippo’s new book and add a shout-out to someone who has made a difference in your life - add this shoutout in the comments below!
Quotes:
“Know your value…create momentum…find purpose in the work.” - Joe Sanfelippo
Links:
Do Not Take Criticism from Someone You Wouldn’t Take Advice (Tweet with Video) - https://twitter.com/gcouros/status/1635309576047448064
Tim & Sid YouTube Video (inspiration for the Epic Book Review theme music) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwWFOJLdQaY
One Minute Walk Videos - http://www.jsanfelippo.com/leadership-challenge
Lead from Where You Are (book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833447X?psc=1&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Subbing Superintendent (TikTok) - https://www.tiktok.com/@subbingsupt?lang=en
Clive Thompson Quote (blog post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/9041
Joe Sanfelippo Twitter - https://twitter.com/Joe_Sanfelippo
Joe Sanfelippo Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joe_sanfelippo/
Joe Sanfelippo Blog - http://www.jsanfelippo.com/
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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 13, 2023
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Scott K. Cowart joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! As the superintendent of Carroll County Schools, Cowart shares some inspiring stories about how we was engaged as a young learner, an administrator who inspired him and help him advance in his own career, and the advice that he wishes he had earlier in his career! Hear all this and more as Cowart 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:
"They don't care what you know until they know how much you care." - Scott K. Cowart’s advice to his first-year teacher-self
Links:
Scott K Cowart Twitter - https://twitter.com/scottkcowart44
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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 09, 2023
Sunday Apr 09, 2023
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. Throughout this episode, Couros will not only share three pieces of wisdom that have helped him this year, but he will also encourage others to share their own learning. Be sure to add your reflections and your learning in the comments below!
Quotes:
“What you complain about today, you might miss tomorrow.” - George Couros
“Make it your business to meet people.” - George Couros
“Advocate for yourself.” - George Couros
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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 06, 2023
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Lamond Dean joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! George Couros introduces this episode by sharing an embarrassing moment that happened during a conference with Dean. As the superintendent of Chapel Hill ISD, Dean shares his answers to the following 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?
Be sure to watch, like and subscribe on YouTube and see the emotion that Dean has when he reflects on a teacher who took the time to deliver books to his home when he was a child learning to love reading.
Quotes:
"There is nothing productive that would come from a non-trusting relationship...relationships with everybody matter." - Lamond Dean
"The higher up the flag pole you are, the more people you can help." - Lamond Dean sharing a quote from a conversation he had with an administrator who inspired
Links:
Lamond Dean Twitter - https://twitter.com/dean_chisd?lang=en
Chapel Hill ISD Website - https://www.chapelhillisd.org/
How do We Make Great Learning go Viral? (blog post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/14011
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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 02, 2023
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
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. Hear Cowart’s amazing thoughts on self-directed learning and more in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast!
Quotes:
"We need to see kids engaged, we need to see excitement, we need to see positivity...we need to see kids saying 'This is a place I want to be!' " - Scott K. Cowart
Links:
Scott K Cowart Twitter - https://twitter.com/scottkcowart44?lang=en
The Innovator’s Mindset (book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Mindset-Empower-Learning-Creativity/dp/0986155497
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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/
Friday Mar 31, 2023
Friday Mar 31, 2023
0:00 Episode Intro
3:57 Intro Music
4:06 Dr. Kimberly Miles
7:49 AJ Juliani
11:46 Tisha Richmond
16:53 The Happiness Project Epic Book Review
18:49 Eric Koonce
20:45 Outro
Episode Introduction
George Couros begins this episode with a reflection on a quote from John C. Maxwell about being a thermostat, not a thermometer. Couros reflects on a recent story about how he recognized the importance of making sure people know that we are there and that we care. By assessing that something is going on, and instead of prying, just letting the people we are around know that we are there for them. Couros shares how being a thermostat not a thermometer helped his daughters have a better day.
Link to The Daily Reader on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Maxwell-Daily-Reader-Insight-Influence/dp/1400203392
Dr. Kimberly Miles: The Importance of Shared Leadership in Schools
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncUxHax9HAU
Leadership can happen from the front, the sides, and behind. In this clip from The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Dr. Kimberly Miles - The Importance of Shared Leadership in Schools, Couros and Miles discuss the impact of great leaders. Miles reflects on what she does to empower teachers to be leaders. This has created a momentum of forward-thinking learners and has reduced teacher turnover rates at Miles’ school site.
Being Adaptable and Using ChatGPT in Education - 3 Questions with AJ Juliani
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbFMbZ-4lqg
George Couros and AJ Juliani talk about Chat GPT and the learning process. Juliani shares some realistic uses for Chat GPT to further our learning. Be sure to watch this clip from the full episode, Being Adaptable and Using ChatGPT in Education - 3 Questions with AJ Juliani!
Tisha Richmond: Make Learning Magical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqzK8bR600I
Tisha Richmond shares how her district has trusted her to take on responsibilities outside of her school district. The flexibility that Richmond has from her district, while rare, has empowered her to bring additional opportunities to the students she serves at each of the district’s school sites. Couros reflects on how he had something similar and how these opportunities - outside of district contract time - allowed him to bring innovative ideas to the district.
"The Happiness Project" by Gretchen Rubin - Epic Book Review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkrYXpB1vOY
Gretchen Rubin’s book, The Happiness Project, discusses the idea of the arrival fallacy. In this clip from The Happiness Project - Epic Book Review, Couros reflects on the importance of learning to love the process.
Eric Koonce: Using Technology to Deepen Student Learning
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2Wxg2MlzNc
Scholars only get one chance in this grade level. Eric Koonce reminds us to stay strong and give the scholars we serve everything we have. This clip from the full episode, Eric Koonce: Using Technology to Deepen Student Learning shares a powerful reminder from Koonce. Remember to like, subscribe, and comment below!
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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 30, 2023
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Eric Koonce joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Koonce shares powerful stories about his former educators and reflects on what he has taken away from those educators and how they continue to impact him and the learners he serves. Be sure to like and subscribe and watch the full episode to see how Koonce answers these three 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:
“Show up the best way you are, consistently.” - Eric Koonce’s advice to his first-year teacher-self
“Passion over skill set.” - Eric Koonce
Links:
Eric Koonce Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_erickoonce/?hl=en
Inky Johnson - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4HJUw9c6aI
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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 Mar 26, 2023
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
George Couros introduces a superintendent who has the mindset that everything you want to happen in your schools is already there. Lamond Dean not only embraced this idea but immediately began sharing his ideas and highlighting educators, learners, and others who embody his district’s mission and vision. Following a workshop that Couros was hosting, he saw how Dean took the learning and began using himself as an example by sharing his learning and being the model for his district. Dean shares some very powerful stories in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Remember to like, subscribe, and ring the bell on YouTube for notifications!
Quotes:
"Success is not a destination, it is a journey."- Lamond Dean
"We can always get better because the world is always going to evolve." - Lamond Dean
Links:
Lamond Dean Twitter - https://twitter.com/dean_chisd?lang=en
Chapel Hill ISD Website - https://www.chapelhillisd.org/
Visioning Conference Tweet from Lamond Dean - https://twitter.com/dean_chisd/status/1626983283698331648?s=46&t=lYsDJ5aBXtvcVM_vWIvRxg
Because of a Teacher Tweet from Lamond Dean - https://twitter.com/dean_chisd/status/1627010253563785217?s=46&t=lYsDJ5aBXtvcVM_vWIvRxg
Friends of Faith Tweet - https://twitter.com/dean_chisd/status/1632458856012959745?s=46&t=lYsDJ5aBXtvcVM_vWIvRxg
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/Because-Teacher-Stories-Inspire-Education/dp/194833433X
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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 23, 2023
Thursday Mar 23, 2023
Tisha Richmond who does a ton of work in and around education joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Hear how Richmond shares her experiences in education, how she became a culinary arts teacher, and what continues to inspire her. Be sure to like and subscribe on YouTube and watch the full episode to hear Richmond’s answers to 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:
"Relax a little, have fun with this. How can we bring joy into learning?" - Tisha Richmond’s advice to her first-year teacher-self
Links:
Tisha Richmond Website - https://www.tisharichmond.com/
Tisha Richmond Twitter - https://twitter.com/tishrich
Tisha Richmond Instagram - https://instagram.com/tishrichmond
Make Learning Magical by Tisha Richmond - https://www.tisharichmond.com/book.html
Shift in EDU Conference - https://www.shiftinedu.com/
Book Chat Tweet - https://twitter.com/tishrich/status/803997327597838336
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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/