Our schools are experiencing an unprecedented shift. Student loneliness is at an all-time high, while self worth and belonging are at all-time lows. And the culprit is a lack of human connection.

Over the last 15+ years Joe Beckman has spoken in educational settings all over the world with one simple mission… to reclaim human connection.

Whether it’s a middle school in Minneapolis, a professional development workshop in Montana, or an international conference in Malaysia…people are craving connection.

It’s only when we stop and slow down, separate from our screens, and truly listen to each other’s stories, that we can course correct, and give our youth the best chance to leave their mark on this world.

On This Episode:

• Joe shares how he has become the human connector.
• Learn how to connect with others.
• Hear how Joe got interested in music.
• Kevin shares about the incredible pep rally he put together for his school.
• Discover how to connect with students without seeming like you’re trying too hard.
• Joe shares the importance of teachers supporting teachers.

Key Takeaways:

1. Done is better than perfect.
2. Self-awareness is incredibly important.
3. Focus on sustainability of message.

Four categories to connect on:

F – Family

O– Occupation

R – Recreation

D – Dreams

Tweetable Quotes:

• “It takes a lot of courage to try things out and put yourself out there in a real vulnerable way.”
• “As an administrator, it is not only your responsibility to give the tools to your teachers to connect with your students, you have to model it."

Joe Beckman:

https://joebeckman.com/

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