Change Starts Here

Sports are full of inspiring stories where belief propels struggling teams to national championships. But this kind of belief isn’t confined to the court or field—it’s just as transformative in education. When teachers and staff unite around a shared belief that they can make a difference, they create a winning culture that drives meaningful change.

In this episode of Change Starts Here: Research Conversations, Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education, and Kim Yaris, M.Ed., Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education, explore the critical concept of staff efficacy. They break down what staff efficacy means, how it shows up in everyday classroom practices, and why it’s a game-changer for school districts. The discussion dives into the benefits of cultivating staff efficacy, the challenges leaders face, and how building a culture of ownership and belief empowers educators and students alike.

Don’t miss this insightful conversation—it’s a must-listen for anyone looking to create a thriving environment for learning and growth in their district.

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Tool for reflecting and evaluating what’s working for efficacy: https://resources.franklincovey.com/c/lim_csh_staffbooster?x=o9jVc2

Episode Citations:

Protheroe, N. (2008). Teacher efficacy: What is it and does it matter? National Association of Elementary School Principals. https://www.naesp.org/sites/default/files/resources/1/Pdfs/Teacher_Efficacy_What_is_it_and_Does_it_Matter.pdf

Li, S. (2023). The effect of teacher self-efficacy, teacher resilience, and emotion regulation on teacher burnout: a mediation model. Frontiers in Psychology (14). https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1185079

Hipp, K. (1996). Teacher Efficacy: Influence of Principal Leadership Behavior. Paper Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, New York. https://www.scirp.org/reference/referencespapers?referenceid=1174222

Starring: Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:28) Introduction

(00:29 - 02:37) Defining Staff Efficacy

(02:38 - 06:24) Real-Life Examples

(06:25 - 10:24) Why Does It Matter?

(10:25 - 17:15) Barriers to Developing Efficacy

(17:16 - 21:00) The Role of Leadership

(21:01 - 21:47) Starts with the Individual

(21:48 - 22:25) Closing

Finding time to reflect and envision the future can feel nearly impossible amidst life’s chaos. Our packed schedules and uncertainty about how to craft a meaningful vision often hold us back. But in today’s episode, we’re giving you both the space to reflect and the tools to shape your vision for 2025.

Join us on Change Starts Here as Dustin Odham shares his personal reflections on 2024, demonstrating how the process of looking back can uncover gratitude and a deeper appreciation for life. Whether this year brought your highest highs or deepest lows, every moment is a gift. Even in the hardest times, remember: you’re still in the middle of your story. The challenges you face are not just obstacles—they are the very things that make your story fuller, more profound, and more meaningful.

Be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on bell notifications to ensure you don’t miss our next episode.

If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/

Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:56) Introduction

(00:57 - 03:51) The Highs and Lows

(03:52 - 04:58) A Time to Reflect

(04:59 - 06:04) Not the End of the Story

(06:05 - 08:50) Reflection Questions

(08:51 - 11:08) Developing Your Vision

(11:09 - 11:53) Life is a Gift

(11:54 - 12:36) Closing

Finding time to reflect and envision the future can feel nearly impossible amidst life’s chaos. Our packed schedules and uncertainty about how to craft a meaningful vision often hold us back. But in today’s episode, we’re giving you both the space to reflect and the tools to shape your vision for 2025.

Join us on Change Starts Here as Dustin Odham shares his personal reflections on 2024, demonstrating how the process of looking back can uncover gratitude and a deeper appreciation for life. Whether this year brought your highest highs or deepest lows, every moment is a gift. Even in the hardest times, remember: you’re still in the middle of your story. The challenges you face are not just obstacles—they are the very things that make your story fuller, more profound, and more meaningful.

Be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on bell notifications to ensure you don’t miss our next episode.

If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/

Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:56) Introduction

(00:57 - 03:51) The Highs and Lows

(03:52 - 04:58) A Time to Reflect

(04:59 - 06:04) Not the End of the Story

(06:05 - 08:50) Reflection Questions

(08:51 - 11:08) Developing Your Vision

(11:09 - 11:53) Life is a Gift

(11:54 - 12:36) Closing

Finding time to reflect and envision the future can feel nearly impossible amidst life’s chaos. Our packed schedules and uncertainty about how to craft a meaningful vision often hold us back. But in today’s episode, we’re giving you both the space to reflect and the tools to shape your vision for 2025.

Join us on Change Starts Here as Dustin Odham shares his personal reflections on 2024, demonstrating how the process of looking back can uncover gratitude and a deeper appreciation for life. Whether this year brought your highest highs or deepest lows, every moment is a gift. Even in the hardest times, remember: you’re still in the middle of your story. The challenges you face are not just obstacles—they are the very things that make your story fuller, more profound, and more meaningful.

Be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on bell notifications to ensure you don’t miss our next episode.

If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/

Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:56) Introduction

(00:57 - 03:51) The Highs and Lows

(03:52 - 04:58) A Time to Reflect

(04:59 - 06:04) Not the End of the Story

(06:05 - 08:50) Reflection Questions

(08:51 - 11:08) Developing Your Vision

(11:09 - 11:53) Life is a Gift

(11:54 - 12:36) Closing

Aiming at a target is challenging if every element isn’t fully aligned. You can hold the bow steady, but if your elbow isn’t positioned right, you’ll miss the mark. This is similar to education today—many districts are striving to achieve top-level goals, but they’re missing the impact of vertically aligned goals that could elevate district-wide success.

In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education, and Kim Yaris, M.Ed., Content Creator and Researcher at FranklinCovey Education, dive into the power of vertically aligned goal-setting. Kim and Jennifer unpack the meaning of vertical alignment and explain how it can transform your district’s approach to success. Jennifer even provides a step-by-step process for implementing this in your district, along with key insights to ensure a smooth journey. Don't miss this valuable discussion!

Access the Vertical Alignment Tool below!

Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and turn on those bell notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!

Starring: Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:16) Introduction

(00:17 - 02:50) Looking at the Research

(02:51 - 04:18) Vertically-Aligned Goal Setting

(04:19 - 09:08) Everyone Has Ownership

(09:09 - 10:28) Becoming Laser Focused

(10:29 - 16:31) Engaging All Stakeholders

(16:32 - 16:55) Closing

Aiming at a target is challenging if every element isn’t fully aligned. You can hold the bow steady, but if your elbow isn’t positioned right, you’ll miss the mark. This is similar to education today—many districts are striving to achieve top-level goals, but they’re missing the impact of vertically aligned goals that could elevate district-wide success.

In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education, and Kim Yaris, M.Ed., Content Creator and Researcher at FranklinCovey Education, dive into the power of vertically aligned goal-setting. Kim and Jennifer unpack the meaning of vertical alignment and explain how it can transform your district’s approach to success. Jennifer even provides a step-by-step process for implementing this in your district, along with key insights to ensure a smooth journey. Don't miss this valuable discussion!

Access the Vertical Alignment Tool below!

Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and turn on those bell notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!

Starring: Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:16) Introduction

(00:17 - 02:50) Looking at the Research

(02:51 - 04:18) Vertically-Aligned Goal Setting

(04:19 - 09:08) Everyone Has Ownership

(09:09 - 10:28) Becoming Laser Focused

(10:29 - 16:31) Engaging All Stakeholders

(16:32 - 16:55) Closing

Aiming at a target is challenging if every element isn’t fully aligned. You can hold the bow steady, but if your elbow isn’t positioned right, you’ll miss the mark. This is similar to education today—many districts are striving to achieve top-level goals, but they’re missing the impact of vertically aligned goals that could elevate district-wide success.

In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education, and Kim Yaris, M.Ed., Content Creator and Researcher at FranklinCovey Education, dive into the power of vertically aligned goal-setting. Kim and Jennifer unpack the meaning of vertical alignment and explain how it can transform your district’s approach to success. Jennifer even provides a step-by-step process for implementing this in your district, along with key insights to ensure a smooth journey. Don't miss this valuable discussion!

Access the Vertical Alignment Tool below!

Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and turn on those bell notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!

Starring: Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:16) Introduction

(00:17 - 02:50) Looking at the Research

(02:51 - 04:18) Vertically-Aligned Goal Setting

(04:19 - 09:08) Everyone Has Ownership

(09:09 - 10:28) Becoming Laser Focused

(10:29 - 16:31) Engaging All Stakeholders

(16:32 - 16:55) Closing

When all lanes of a highway are open and free of construction, traffic flows smoothly, allowing travelers to reach their destination efficiently. But if one lane is closed or too much attention is focused on just one lane, traffic builds up, causing delays—or even accidents. The same holds true for whole-person education. Neglecting or hyper-focusing on any one area can cause bottlenecks in progress, just as it would on a busy road.

In this episode of Change Starts Here: Research Conversations, Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education, and Kim Yaris, M.Ed., Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education, dive into the importance of whole-person education. They discuss the side effects of hyper-focusing and the benefits that come when districts prioritize the whole-person approach for students, faculty, and families. Dr. Chevalier and Kim also share personal stories of how this shift has impacted them and explore ways we can refocus on whole-person education. Don’t miss this insightful episode.

Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and turn on those bell notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!

Starring: Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:20) Introduction

(00:21 - 03:54) Whole Person Systems

(03:55 - 06:53) Sense of Belonging

(06:54 - 10:39) Distributed Leadership

(10:40 - 14:16) Responsive Relationships

(14:17 - 16:55) Time Shows Our Values

(16:56 - 18:45) Creating Coherent Levels

(18:46 - 19:40) Closing

When all lanes of a highway are open and free of construction, traffic flows smoothly, allowing travelers to reach their destination efficiently. But if one lane is closed or too much attention is focused on just one lane, traffic builds up, causing delays—or even accidents. The same holds true for whole-person education. Neglecting or hyper-focusing on any one area can cause bottlenecks in progress, just as it would on a busy road.

In this episode of Change Starts Here: Research Conversations, Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education, and Kim Yaris, M.Ed., Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education, dive into the importance of whole-person education. They discuss the side effects of hyper-focusing and the benefits that come when districts prioritize the whole-person approach for students, faculty, and families. Dr. Chevalier and Kim also share personal stories of how this shift has impacted them and explore ways we can refocus on whole-person education. Don’t miss this insightful episode.

Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and turn on those bell notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!

Starring: Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:20) Introduction

(00:21 - 03:54) Whole Person Systems

(03:55 - 06:53) Sense of Belonging

(06:54 - 10:39) Distributed Leadership

(10:40 - 14:16) Responsive Relationships

(14:17 - 16:55) Time Shows Our Values

(16:56 - 18:45) Creating Coherent Levels

(18:46 - 19:40) Closing

When all lanes of a highway are open and free of construction, traffic flows smoothly, allowing travelers to reach their destination efficiently. But if one lane is closed or too much attention is focused on just one lane, traffic builds up, causing delays—or even accidents. The same holds true for whole-person education. Neglecting or hyper-focusing on any one area can cause bottlenecks in progress, just as it would on a busy road.

In this episode of Change Starts Here: Research Conversations, Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education, and Kim Yaris, M.Ed., Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education, dive into the importance of whole-person education. They discuss the side effects of hyper-focusing and the benefits that come when districts prioritize the whole-person approach for students, faculty, and families. Dr. Chevalier and Kim also share personal stories of how this shift has impacted them and explore ways we can refocus on whole-person education. Don’t miss this insightful episode.

Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and turn on those bell notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!

Starring: Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Associate Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:20) Introduction

(00:21 - 03:54) Whole Person Systems

(03:55 - 06:53) Sense of Belonging

(06:54 - 10:39) Distributed Leadership

(10:40 - 14:16) Responsive Relationships

(14:17 - 16:55) Time Shows Our Values

(16:56 - 18:45) Creating Coherent Levels

(18:46 - 19:40) Closing