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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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/
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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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 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/