Change Starts Here

Step into a world of deeper understanding with renowned researchers, Eve Miller, Ph.D., and Kim Yaris, M.ED., in this richly insightful episode where we unearth the layers of self-awareness, the fundamental cornerstone in academic competencies in individuals.

In this enlightening installment of "Change Starts Here," unravel the nuanced dynamics of self-awareness and grasp how nurturing this trait can serve as a powerful catalyst in bolstering academic progress and personal growth alike. Our guests share different techniques to increase self-awareness such as urging listeners to cultivate a more productive solution to one's problems by posing the question "What?" as opposed to "Why?". Delve into enlightening discussions that furnish you with actionable strategies to foster a self-aware mindset, not just for the students but for educators as well.

Stay tuned and listen in to a thought-provoking dialogue that seeks to redraw the boundaries of traditional educational boundaries, encouraging a shift towards nurturing more reflective and self-aware individuals. This episode promises not only to educate but also to inspire a ripple effect of positive change. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a conversation that holds the key to unlocking a brighter, more conscious future.

Eve Miller, Ph.D., Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Kim Yaris, M.ED, Researcher at FranklinCovey Education

Jennifer Chevalier, ED.D

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:12) Introductions

(00:13 - 01:01) Recap of Previous Episodes

(01:02 - 01:41) The Foundational Competency for Academics

(01:42 - 05:49) Visualizing Self Awareness

(05:50 - 09:18) The Perception of Yourself

(09:19 - 13:30) Practicing Self Awareness

(13:31 - 15:31) The Power of Reflection

(15:32 - 17:40) Moving from Why to What

(17:41 - 18:31) Closing

Self-awareness can be a life-changing practice, it can completely change your life and the livees around you. Self-awareness is more than just recognizing ourselves in a mirror. It is about peeling back the layers of our thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and behaviors.

This episode of "Change Starts Here" with host Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education, covers this very topic. Dustin talks about his own life and how he uses self-awareness to build better relationships deal with stress and anxiety and much more. You won’t want to miss out on this encouraging and helpful episode.

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 01:31) Intro / Updates

(01:32 - 05:02) Why We Need Self-Awareness

(05:03 - 07:43) Cultivating Self Awareness

(07:44 - 10:35) Finding Ways to Grow and Change

(10:36 - 12:28) Breathing Technique

(12:29 - 13:44) Closing Thoughts

Self-awareness can be a life-changing practice, it can completely change your life and the livees around you. Self-awareness is more than just recognizing ourselves in a mirror. It is about peeling back the layers of our thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and behaviors.

This episode of "Change Starts Here" with host Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education, covers this very topic. Dustin talks about his own life and how he uses self-awareness to build better relationships deal with stress and anxiety and much more. You won’t want to miss out on this encouraging and helpful episode.

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 01:31) Intro / Updates

(01:32 - 05:02) Why We Need Self-Awareness

(05:03 - 07:43) Cultivating Self Awareness

(07:44 - 10:35) Finding Ways to Grow and Change

(10:36 - 12:28) Breathing Technique

(12:29 - 13:44) Closing Thoughts

How do education leaders create systems to achieve predictable success? What are the essential leadership principles that the best educational leaders know to make a difference in learning every day? And most important: what lessons can people use to live life with passion and purpose to make a difference in the world and the students and communities that depend on these educators?

If there is a secret formula to answer these questions, it’s held in the Collier County, Florida, school district, comprised of over 48,000 students. Their recipe includes 5 conditions that support excellence in teaching, including a shared vision, instructional materials, professional learning, empowered leaders, and effective use of data. And their former head chef of these essential leadership principles is Dr. Kamela Patton. Dr. Patton received the honor of Florida’s 2022 Superintendent of the Year from the Florida Association of District School Superintendents. She was also a national finalist for 2022 Superintendent of the Year and 2021 Collier County Citizen of the Year.

On the Change Starts Here Podcast, host Dustin Odham seeks out the educational innovators who demonstrate transformational leadership and inspire others to do the same. Odham spoke with Dr. Patton on Change Starts Here to learn more about her twelve years as Collier County Superintendent and her philosophy on leadership principles.

How do education leaders create systems to achieve predictable success? What are the essential leadership principles that the best educational leaders know to make a difference in learning every day? And most important: what lessons can people use to live life with passion and purpose to make a difference in the world and the students and communities that depend on these educators?

If there is a secret formula to answer these questions, it’s held in the Collier County, Florida, school district, comprised of over 48,000 students. Their recipe includes 5 conditions that support excellence in teaching, including a shared vision, instructional materials, professional learning, empowered leaders, and effective use of data. And their former head chef of these essential leadership principles is Dr. Kamela Patton. Dr. Patton received the honor of Florida’s 2022 Superintendent of the Year from the Florida Association of District School Superintendents. She was also a national finalist for 2022 Superintendent of the Year and 2021 Collier County Citizen of the Year.

On the Change Starts Here Podcast, host Dustin Odham seeks out the educational innovators who demonstrate transformational leadership and inspire others to do the same. Odham spoke with Dr. Patton on Change Starts Here to learn more about her twelve years as Collier County Superintendent and her philosophy on leadership principles.

The educational landscape changes often and conversations surrounding teaching methods, particularly post-pandemic, have never been more crucial. The metaphor of the "educator's plate" represents a broad spectrum of challenges educators face daily. It ranges from managing students' behavior to nurturing their cognitive abilities, all amid a backdrop of increased responsibility.

The balance of these demands calls for new thinking in how executive functions. This includes cognitive flexibility, inhibitory control, and working memory. And all can be woven into the everyday curriculum. As this conversation deepens and there are several takes that explore new dimensions of this educational landscape. For a special segment of the “Change Starts Here,” podcast by FranklinCovey, host Dustin Odham honored “Research Week” by speaking with a few of the company’s team members.

FranklinCovey’s Eve Miller, PhD, Director of Research; Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Ed.D, Director of Funding; and Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Researcher, shared their insights and real-world experiences. They also discussed various aspects, such as points listed in the executive functioning handout, and why this approach is needed.

The educational landscape changes often and conversations surrounding teaching methods, particularly post-pandemic, have never been more crucial. The metaphor of the “educator’s plate” represents a broad spectrum of challenges educators face daily. It ranges from managing students’ behavior to nurturing their cognitive abilities, all amid a backdrop of increased responsibility.

The balance of these demands calls for new thinking in how executive functions. This includes cognitive flexibility, inhibitory control, and working memory. And all can be woven into the everyday curriculum. As this conversation deepens and there are several takes that explore new dimensions of this educational landscape. For a special segment of the “Change Starts Here,” podcast by FranklinCovey, host Dustin Odham honored “Research Week” by speaking with a few of the company’s team members.

FranklinCovey’s Eve Miller, PhD, Director of Research; Jennifer Chevalier, Ed.D, Director of Funding; and Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Researcher, shared their insights and real-world experiences. They also discussed various aspects, such as points listed in the executive functioning handout PDF, and why this approach is needed.

In the latest episode of the FranklinCoveyChange Starts Here Podcast, host Dustin Odham welcomes back Dr. Jody Carrington, a world-renowned psychologist. The conversation delves into Dr. Carrington’s new book, “Feeling Seen: Reconnecting in a Disconnected World,” and explores the concept of connection in an increasingly disconnected world. They discuss the power of shame, how to conquer it, and what to do when we lose our way and fall back into old habits. The episode also touches on the loneliness epidemic and the mental health crisis, emphasizing the importance of feeling seen and the need for reconnection.