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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Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
You can get the book "What STEM can do for your classroom" here : https://www.amazon.com/What-STEM-Your-Classroom-Collaboration/dp/1954631456/ref=sr_1_1?crid=38Q1NPMUD558H&keywords=jason+mckenna&qid=1675184800&s=books&sprefix=jason+mckenn%2Cstripbooks%2C967&sr=1-1
In this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire with Jason McKenna, a powerful story about meeting the needs of your learners is shared. McKenna has some amazing thoughts and shares how to maintain a focus on teachers while championing the success of the students. Hear McKenna’s ideas and his responses 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:
"There are all these competing things...I am going to give you the means to find what is going to work for you and your students." - Jason McKenna
Links:
Jason McKenna Website - https://www.jmckenna.org/
Jason McKenna Twitter - https://twitter.com/MckennaJ72
Jason McKenna Book - https://www.jmckenna.org/whatstemcando
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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/
Sunday Feb 12, 2023
Sunday Feb 12, 2023
You can get your copy of "The Design Thinking Classroom" here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334623?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334623&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
George Couros begins this episode with a story of a girl who saw rain for the first time and after she was pulled out of the rain, she began kicking and screaming. Couros asks this question: how do we foster that same wonder and curiosity in our students? That is exactly what George Couros and David Jakes discuss in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! The two discuss Jakes’ new book, The Design Thinking Classroom. Couros and Jakes have a powerful conversation about how education is adapting and the practical strategies that educators can use to bring design thinking to their own classrooms.
Quotes:
"Life-long learning is a linear distance. Life-wide learning is a great range of experiences. Life-deep learning is where kids learn the qualities of being a human - empathy, persistence, resilience, being collaborative." -David Jakes
"...develop a greater ability and desire to ask different questions." -David Jakes
"Design thinking is a human-centered approach to solution finding." - David Jakes
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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 Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Get "The Design Thinking Classroom" Here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334623?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334623&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
David Jakes begins this episode with a brief summary of his new book, The Design Thinking Classroom! Jakes goes into depth on what design thinking is and really dives deep into the definition of design thinking and how we can help teach kids how to adapt. In this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire with David Jakes, Couros and Jakes discuss 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 never know how you are going to impact a kid’s life." - David Jakes
"Never lose sight of the individual strengths and challenges that kids bring to your classroom...to honor those and respect those." -David Jakes
Links:
The Design Thinking Classroom - https://davidjakesdesigns.com/my-book
David Jakes Twitter - https://twitter.com/djakes
David Jakes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidjakes/
David Jakes Website - https://davidjakesdesigns.com/contact
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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 Feb 05, 2023
Sunday Feb 05, 2023
Bradley Lands joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast and talks all about his new book, Knowledge-ABLE: Igniting a New Generation of Lifelong Learners, how to use ChatGPT with students, and the journey of self-publishing! Be sure to comment for a chance to win a giveaway surprise - be sure to Tweet or comment on the YouTube video within a week of the release of this episode! Listen or watch on YouTube to hear how Lands answers Couros’ questions in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast!
Links:
Bradley Lands Twitter - https://twitter.com/MrLands
Bradley Lands Blog - https://www.thelandscapeoflearning.com/
Bradley Lands Website - https://www.bradleylands.com/
Knowledge-ABLE: Igniting a New Generation of Lifelong Learners - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQ9R681J
Sharing the Process of Learning - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJFE-Snb8NE
Quotes:
"We can't foresee what the next technological advances will be, but we have to have the attitude and the approach to learn with it and think about how we can use it to promote good in the world and what we should be cautious about in terms of potential downfalls it could create." -Bradley Lands
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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 Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
You can get your copy of this book here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072JN54R2?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=B072JN54R2&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.3M1UJOXVPX19P&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
Also, here are past books George Couros has reviewed in the Epic Book Review: https://www.amazon.com/shop/gcouros/list/3M1UJOXVPX19P?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d
Welcome to George Couros’ Epic Book Review! This episode is reviewing Peak Performance by Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness.
"Peak Performance" is a book written by Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness that explores the science of high performance and the mental and physical practices of elite athletes, artists, and business leaders. The book delves into the concept of "flow state" and how it can be harnessed to improve performance in various areas of life. It also explores the importance of deliberate practice, rest, and recovery, and the impact of stress and mindset on performance. The book provides practical tips and strategies for achieving and maintaining peak performance, as well as sharing personal stories and insights from high performers in various fields.
In this episode of Epic Book Review, Couros reflects on his reading, the takeaways he gained from Peak Performance, and how the lessons Couros is taking away from this book relate to his personal life and professional travels.
Have a book that you would recommend or do you have some strategies for implementing rest into your everyday routine? Be sure to add your thoughts in the comments below!
Quotes & Thoughts:
“Stress + rest = growth. It’s a simple yet profound guide to structuring your days, weeks, and years.” -Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness
If stress plus rest equals growth, what does stress plus stress equal? Burnout.
I found that I was pushing and pushing myself and I was actually stagnating, if not going backwards in my growth.
“An individualized routine goes beyond just priming us to work. It also alters our biology, changing our hormonal profile in a manner that increases strength, energy, confidence, creativity, attention, and memory.” -Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness
What has helped me most to be successful? Routine.
Why do I have Starbucks on the road?
“Purpose fosters motivation; motivation lets us endure a greater perception of effort, and enduring a greater perception of effort often results in better performance.” -Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness
“The single greatest skill in any endeavor is doing the work. Not doing the work that is easy for you. Not doing the work that makes you look good. Not doing the work when you feel inspired. Just doing the work.” -Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness
It takes years and years of hard work to become an overnight success.
Links:
Peak Performance on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Performance-Elevate-Burnout-Science/dp/162336793X
Chat GPT - https://chat.openai.com/chat
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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 Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
0:00 Intro with George Couros
3:09 Intro Music
3:18 Dr. Mary Hemphill
5:52 Brian Heisey
8:22 David Manning
14:50 George Couros
Dr. Mary Hemphill - Starting the Year Off with Limitless Potential
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_-o3_V9QHs
In the first episode of season 4, George Couros welcomes Dr. Mary Hemphill who shares more about her idea of “starting the year off with limitless potential!” Dr. Mary Hemphill, who has been on the podcast before, shares some amazing insights and she and Couros talk about a question that is often asked at the beginning of the year - “what will I create?” What will you create because of this episode? What idea have you been sitting in that you are now ready to jump into? What we do with the information that we consume is what really matters. n this episode, Dr. Mary Hemphill also drops some exciting news about how she is creating something as well!
Brian Heisey: Customized vs Personalized Learning
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7RpI-SlgUg
“If we only teach students the curriculum, we have failed them.” - George Couros, The Innovator’s Mindset
This quote is shared at the beginning of this episode and connects to the ideas shared by Brian Heisey in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast. Heisey reflects on the skills that he teaches the kids in his class and shares how he gets his students interested in learning. The idea of taking learning beyond the classroom is shared throughout this entire episode as Heisey shares how he involves music, specifically rap, into his lessons. Heisey also shares an important reminder about what happens when you integrate rap into your lessons!
David Manning: The Power of Competitive-Collaboration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5dZdK3NzP0
George Couros begins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with a reflection on how the pendulum swings in education. This leads into a reflection on the term “competitive collaboration” where we push each other but also work together to be the best for the kids we serve while also helping other educators. Part of this conversation with David Manning focuses on the idea of competitive collaboration.
George Couros: High Expectations for the Future While Being Grateful in the Present
Link TBD
George Couros starts this solo podcast with a reflection on what he is grateful for and on his current fitness journey. Couros shares what has brought him the most success in his fitness and what he is currently working on. For his most recent fitness goal, Couros is doing a 14-week half marathon training but he actually began at week 7. This podcast reflects on Couros’ fitness goals and how he is removing the choice from his workouts. This fitness reflection leads to a reflection on being more thoughtful of what is shared and what is posted. Couros also shares a powerful reflection about his dad and the life he lived. For more details, be sure to check out the links 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/
Sunday Jan 29, 2023
Sunday Jan 29, 2023
George Couros starts this solo podcast with a reflection on what he is grateful for and on his current fitness journey. Couros shares what has brought him the most success in his fitness and what he is currently working on. For his most recent fitness goal, Couros is doing a 14-week half marathon training but he actually began at week 7. This podcast reflects on Couros’ fitness goals and how he is removing the choice from his workouts. This fitness reflection leads to a reflection on being more thoughtful of what is shared and what is posted. Couros also shares a powerful reflection about his dad and the life he lived. For more details, be sure to check out the links below!
Quotes:
"The hardest part of a marathon is not the marathon, it is the training." - George Couros
"...it takes away the choice so I don't debate it...I have committed to this, so I am going to do it." - George Couros
"Are we saying something because we feel we have something to share? Or are we sharing because we have a microphone on us all the time?" - George Couros
"The best way to live is to give your best to the moment and appreciate what you've done in the past." - George Couros
Links:
What I Learned About Education by Losing 100 pounds (Blog Post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/13437
The Happiness Project - https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-happiness-project/
My Dad (Blog Post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/3771
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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 Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Meghan Lawson who is writing a new book joins this episode to share her book-writing journey! Lawson and Couros talk about the writing process and Lawson gives a sneak peek into what her upcoming book will be about. In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Couros and Lawson are asking for title ideas for her new book which is all about small moves that have a big impact on education. If you have an idea, comment below for a chance to be credited and see your title in a new book! Lawson also shares her hopes for her book and what inspired her to write this book while she and Couros discuss the power of blogging and getting your thoughts out in writing.
Links:
Finding Topics that Bring Joy (Podcast with Meghan Lawson) - https://youtu.be/CT4RiWKlq5k
Finding Topics that Bring Joy (Blog Post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/12026
Lessons in Leadership (Blog Post) - https://meghanlawson.com/2022/12/29/lessons-in-leadership/
Peak Performance (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Performance-Elevate-Burnout-Science/dp/162336793X
Meghan Lawson Twitter - https://twitter.com/meghan_lawson?lang=en
Meghan Lawson Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/meghanlawsonblog/?hl=en
Meghan Lawson Blog - https://meghanlawson.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/
Sunday Jan 22, 2023
Sunday Jan 22, 2023
George Couros begins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with a reflection on how the pendulum swings in education. This leads into a reflection on the term “competitive collaboration” where we push each other but also work together to be the best for the kids we serve while also helping other educators. Part of this conversation with David Manning focuses on the idea of competitive collaboration.
Links:
Push and Support Blog Post - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/6363
David Manning on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/david.manning.332?comment_id=Y29tbWVudDoxNjI2MzQxMzk1OTA1ODRfNzE4MDQxNjE2MTIyODkw
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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 Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
David Manning joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Manning shares a powerful reflection about a teacher that was incredibly kind. Manning also reflects on an administrator who inspired him and shares some great first-year teacher advice. Hear Manning’s answer to these questions in this episode:
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:
"Be not afraid." - David Manning’s advice to his first year teacher self
Links:
The Four Agreements on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319
David Manning on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/david.manning.332?comment_id=Y29tbWVudDoxNjI2MzQxMzk1OTA1ODRfNzE4MDQxNjE2MTIyODkw
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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/