Imagine standing at a crossroads. In one direction, you can react to every challenge that comes your way, constantly fighting fires and feeling overwhelmed. In the other, you can choose to focus on what you can control, taking ownership of your responses and creating meaningful change—even within constraints. Which path will you choose?

Join us on Change Starts Here as host Dustin Odham continues his five-part series on paradigms, focusing on the critical shift from reactivity to proactivity. Drawing from Stephen Covey's famous principle, "I am not a product of my circumstances; I am a product of my decisions," Dustin explores how this mindset shift can transform educational leadership. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, learn how to expand your circle of influence, overcome challenges, and create a culture of solution-focused action in your school or district.

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Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 01:49) Introduction

(01:50 - 03:49) Defining Reactivity vs. Proactivity

(03:50 - 05:29) Circle of Concern vs. Circle of Influence

(05:30 - 08:09) Real-World Success Story

(08:10 - 09:49) Personal & Professional Application

(09:50 - 11:40) Call to Action & Closing