The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast

Welcome back to another Epic Book Review! George Couros starts this episode with a reflection on a healthy reading habit he has developed. From this new routine, Couros read The 7 Decisions by Andy Andrews. In this Epic Book Review, Couros shares some of his insights and thoughts and how they connect to education. In this episode, Couros also encourages viewers and listeners to reach out and share their gratitude with someone else!
Quotes:
“The Responsible Decision: The buck stops here. I accept responsibility for my past. I am responsible for my success.” - Andy Andrews
“The Guided Decision: I will seek wisdom. I will be a servant to others. I will listen to the counsel of wise people.
” - Andy Andrews
“The Active Decision: I am a person of action. I seize this moment. I choose now.” - Andy Andrews
“The Certain Decision: I have a decided heart. My destiny is assured.” - Andy Andrews
“The Joyful Decision: Today, I will choose to be happy. I am the possessor of a grateful spirit.” - Andy Andrews
“The Compassionate Decision: I will greet this day with a forgiving spirit. I will forgive even those who do not ask for forgiveness.” - Andy Andrews
"The Persistent Decision: I will persist without exception. I will continue despite exhaustion. I acknowledge that most people quit when exhaustion sets in." - Andy Andrews
“Overcoming obstacles, setbacks, and pitfalls is a requirement for navigating Your path to greatness. You must be aware of the potential challenges that lie ahead, otherwise, you‘ll be sabotaged and blindsided through your journey. Your first obstacles are within- fear and doubt. Your secondary obstacles are the ones outside of you - other people and their criticism, doubts, and rolling eyes.” - Andy Andrews
"Sometimes, in the midst of our challenges, it's easy to forget to express our gratitude to these people, to say, "Hello," or "Please," or "Thank you." Because we're so preoccupied, we don't congratulate each other or ask if anything difficult is happening in their lives. We don't compliment each other or commit random acts of kindness. It's amazing how, when you condition yourself to have a grateful spirit, you will find yourself expressing gratitude and multiplying that feeling in your life." - Andy Andrews
MY MIND WILL NOT DWELL IN THE PROBLEMS OF THE PAST. IT WILL LIVE IN THE SOLUTIONS OF THE FUTURE.” - Andy Andrews
Links:
The Seven Decisions: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0529104350?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=0529104350&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.3M1UJOXVPX19P&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
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Lainie Rowell Books: https://www.lainierowell.com/books
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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/

George Couros begins this episode with a quote from Innovate Inside the Box that discusses the difference between true learning and fluency. The results are not temporary when there is only learning instead of fluency. How are we moving from literacy or basic understanding to true fluency? Couros and Pethel discuss strategies for increasing fluency and developing great learners in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast.
Quotes:
"…keep what works…you don’t know what works until you experiment.” - Rob Pethel
Links:
Rob Pethel X - https://twitter.com/RobPethel
Rob Pethel LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-pethel-6641b376/
Rob Pethel YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@rrpethel/featured
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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/

In this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire, Rob Pethel shares some great reflections and thoughts as he 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:
“Start with the raw ingredients.” - Rob Pethel
“...being authentic…they are going to see that.” - Rob Pethel
Links:
Rob Pethel X - https://twitter.com/RobPethel
Rob Pethel LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-pethel-6641b376/
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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/

Bob Curley joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! During this episode, Couros learned that Bob Curley has been in the same district for over 30 years - this is an Innovator’s Mindset Podcast first! Curley has seen so much happen in the Irvine School District and reflects on what has changed and what has stayed the same. Couros asks the question, “are we gravitating to new because it is new or because it is better?” Be sure to check out this episode to hear the full conversation between Curley and Couros!
Quotes:
“Rethink what we are doing…meet the challenges and gain traction.” - Bob Curley
Links:
Bob Curley LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-curley-098779264
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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/

George Couros kicks off this last highlight video of 2023 with a reminder about the great messages the guests bring to this podcast! Couros begins with a reflection on a book that he is currently reading and shares a struggle he has with the idea of mastery. People can have mastery over a field or with an aspect of their lives, but part of finding mastery is finding something that you are really passionate about and happen to also be very good at. Couros reminds us that it is important to help every kid find their own pathway to success.
Description & Time Codes:
0:00 Intro with George Couros
6:10 Intro Music
6:19 Tim Schigur & Ryan Ruggles
15:59 Dr. Steven Weber
19:30 Alana Winnick
24:23 Kelly Croy
27:14 Closing
Tim Schigur and Ryan Ruggles: A Focus on Digital Wellness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cnpGhWH-PY
“When we talk about digital wellness, it is about working with students to help them understand the benefits of technology.” - Dr. Tim Schigur
In this clip of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with Dr. Tim Schigur and Ryan Ruggles: A Focus on Digital Wellness, the two share what they mean when they talk about “digital wellness.” Their new book, Successful Middle School Instructional Technology, was just released and shares even more powerful ideas for using technology in purposeful ways.
Dr. Steven Weber: Buy-In vs Collective Commitments
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLGctzkFw7c
Dr. Steven Weber elaborates on the difference between buy-in and collective commitments in this clip from The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with Dr. Steven Weber: Buy-In vs Collective Commitments.
Alana Winnick: AI in the Classroom and the Importance of Wisdom
https://youtu.be/kwdnKoXzafM?si=L5ZmJUm22ws7lOAp
George Couros and Alana Winnick talk about how to focus on what only we can share that AI cannot share. Couros and Winnick reflect on how to push our own learning through the use of AI. Winnick shares strategies for getting in and using AI and “use the AI product to adjust their own work.
Kelly Croy: Shifting from a Focus on Bullying to Leadership
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=009d-e97FnQ
In this clip of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with Kelly Croy: Shifting from a Focus on Bullying to Leadership, Croy reflects on what innovation means and shares how it truly is a mindset.
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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/

Bob Curley joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! During this episode, Curley reflects on his previous educators, and administrators, and considers the advice he would have appreciated earlier in his academic career. Check out this episode for Curley’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 is your hope for your first year of teaching?
Quotes:
“Put the students in the center of critical thinking and problem-solving.” - Bob Curley
Links:
Bob Curley LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-curley-098779264
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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/

Kelly Croy, the author of the new book, Unthink Before Bed: A Children's Book on Mindfulness, joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Croy shares some great thoughts about what innovation means to him and how his current role and work with podcasting is benefitting his district as a whole. Be sure to share your takeaways from this episode in the comments!
Quotes:
“No matter where I was, I was looking around for ideas I could bring back to my school.” - Kelly Croy
“Technology should be woven and embedded in everything…a lot of innovation isn’t
technology, it is systems, a way of thinking…” - Kelly Croy
Links:
What Everyone Needs to Know About Bullying (Blog Post) - https://kellycroy.com/what-everyone-needs-to-know-about-bullying/
Unthink Before Bed: A Children's Book on Mindfulness (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DV5G1X1/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=kelcro-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B08DV5G1X1&linkId=76deb7994b90440c371c9d95590353d9
Wired Educator Podcast - https://wirededucator.com/podcast/
David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/David-Goliath-Underdogs-Misfits-Battling/dp/0316204374
Kelly Croy Twitter - https://twitter.com/kellycroy
Kelly Croy LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycroy/
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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/

Alana Winnick joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Winnick shares an inspiring story about her fifth-grade teacher who taught her about human connections and human relationships. Ultimately this teacher helped Winnick learn how to use her time in ways that empowered her. Winnick also reflects on a former administrator who inspired her and shares some great advice she would have appreciated during her first year of teaching. Check out this complete episode to hear how Winnick 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:
“Reflect on what is important and what isn’t.” - Alana Winnick’s advice to her first-year teacher self
Links:
Alana Winnick Website - https://sites.google.com/view/alana-winnick/home?authuser=0
Alana Winnick X - https://twitter.com/AlanaWinnick
Alana Winnick LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alana-winnick-97322a131/
The Generative Age (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/Generative-Age-Artificial-Intelligence-Education/dp/B0CD9BLCKN
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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/

George Couros welcomes Alana Winnick to this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast. Winnick, the author of the book, The Generative Age: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Education, shares great thoughts about the use of artificial intelligence. Her views on realistic ways to incorporate AI into classrooms help to push student’s learning while giving them opportunities to maintain their own sense of self through their work and academic learning. Check out this full episode to hear Winnick's ideas for helping us keep our own humanness while also utilizing AI to our advantage.
Quotes:
“Assess the learning process, not the product.” - Alana Winnick
“If you are Assessing the end product, AI could do that…If you are guiding them through the learning process...you are watching the learning.” - Alana Winnick
Links:
Alana Winnick Website - https://sites.google.com/view/alana-winnick/home?authuser=0
Alana Winnick X - https://twitter.com/AlanaWinnick
Alana Winnick LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alana-winnick-97322a131/
The Generative Age (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/Generative-Age-Artificial-Intelligence-Education/dp/B0CD9BLCKN
ChatGPT, AI, and Our Continued Focus on What Makes Us Human (Blog Post) - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/14143
The Two Sigma Problem - https://web.mit.edu/5.95/readings/bloom-two-sigma.pdf & https://mytutorsource.com/blog/blooms-2-sigma-problem/
Sal Khan TED Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/sal_khan_how_ai_could_save_not_destroy_education?language=en
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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/

In this very special episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Meghan Lawson reads excerpts from the introduction to her new book, Legacy of Learning: Teaching for Lasting Impact!
Quotes:
“It's not about knowing all the answers. It's about being brave enough to start a conversation that matters.” - Meghan Lawson
Links:
Legacy of Learning: Teaching for Lasting Impact (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334682?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334682&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
Meghan Lawson Blog - https://meghanlawson.com/
Meghan Lawson Instagram - https://meghanlawson.com/
Meghan Lawson X - https://twitter.com/Meghan_Lawson?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
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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/