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In this episode, Becca and Sean Bennett dive into the pivotal role of self-awareness and the Predictive Index (PI) assessment tool in fostering a cohesive leadership team. Sean recounts his journey into school leadership, highlighting early role ambiguity that led to frustration and inefficiency among administrators.

The episode underscores the helpfulness of the Predictive Index in identifying team imbalances, providing valuable insights into self-perception and collaboration dynamics. Sean's realization about the impact of adaptability and flexibility offers a compelling lesson for leaders. Learn how tools like the Predictive Index can empower leaders to establish clearer structures and an environment that unleashes team innovation and out of the box problem solving. Tune in to witness the transformative potential of self-awareness and data-driven insights for building high-performing, harmonious leadership teams.

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With our hyper focus on standards, curriculum and assessments, there is a resulting disconnection of relationships that happens in schools. In this episode, Becca Silver explores how to combat that by highlighting our addiction to being right (trust me, it relates) and how it impacts our relationships and connections.

1️⃣ The Addiction to Being Right: Discover why our brains are naturally wired to judge and seek the comfort of being right. Becca discusses the roots of this addiction and its impact on our daily interactions.

2️⃣ Neurological Rewards: Uncover the brain's response to being right – the release of reward chemicals like adrenaline and dopamine. Learn how this can lead to the perception of others as wrong and the resulting disconnect.

3️⃣ Choose Connection: Becca challenges us to shift our mindset from being right to fostering genuine connections with others. Examine the power of compassion and the positive impact it can have on building meaningful relationships.

Join Becca as she encourages us to reflect on our own tendencies and provides strategies to help us shift our mindset from a need to be right to a commitment to genuine connection. This is something all human beings deal with.

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This podcast episode takes a deep dive into the world of mindset and social emotional learning. Becca Silver and Dr. Kendra Coates shared insights and personal experiences that got us thinking about how mindset shapes our education journey.

This episode is all about keeping it real when it comes to workplace culture and language in education. Dr. Coates made a simple but powerful suggestion: Let's call it a workplace, not just a school. This small change in how we talk about it can actually make a big difference in how we treat and support educators.

The discussion also got into the heart of neuroplasticity, which is basically our brain's amazing ability to keep growing and changing. Understanding this brain magic is a game-changer when it comes to embracing a growth mindset. It is actually at the heart of growth mindset (which is most often misunderstood). And let's not forget about educational trauma – it's not just a student thing; it affects educators too. The way we simply do school (outside of the pandemic) research has found 9 traumas that come from it. Listen in to find out about some of these hidden wounds.

There are practical tips for boosting our own growth mindset throughout this episode. It can be as simple as paying attention to the words we use and embracing a bit of mental exercise. Becca and Kendra challenge us to see education as a workplace, not just a school. This episode will shake things up for you and give you a fresh perspective on your personal educational setting.

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In this episode, Becca takes a deep dive into the fascinating world of mindset and truly transformative coaching with Dr. Marilee Adams. Dr. Adams is a seasoned author and professor in psychology and social work who has created a map that guides you through shifting mindsets (your own and those you lead).

Here are the top three takeaways from this enlightening conversation:

1. The Choice Map: Uncover the practical Choice Map tool, which empowers you to recognize and shift from a constraining "judger mindset" to an empowering "learner mindset." Enhance your self-awareness and gain the ability to make conscious choices in your conversations, ultimately promoting growth and effective leadership. Be empowered to help other shift their mindset as well!

2. Authenticity Over Niceness: Explore the importance of authenticity in your interactions (over "killing them with kindness"). Gain a deeper understanding of how genuine compassion and support, rather than mere niceness, empower others and foster stronger relationships.

3. Mindset Matters: Dr. Marilee Adams highlights the profound influence of mindset on personal growth and communication. Discover how embracing a "learner mindset," characterized by curiosity and openness, can be a game-changer in both your personal and professional life.

Join Becca and Marilee for an in-depth exploration of practical strategies that you can readily implement to elevate your coaching practice and truly empower those you work with.

Dr. Marilee's Info:
Inquiry Institute
Download the Choice Map HERE
Dr. Marilee Adams' Books

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In this episode, Becca engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Kelli Crain and Jill Hoda, State Literacy Coordinators for the Mississippi State Department of Education. As Mississippi garners national recognition for its pioneering strides in education and literacy, Kelli and Jill generously share their invaluable insights and strategies for achieving that success. They stress the importance of practical coaching and give you some solid advice to make it work smoothly. Plus, they highlight how building trust and strong relationships is the first crucial step in being an effective coach. It's all about creating a culture of trust and teamwork among educators, principals, and superintendents.

Here are some key highlights from the episode:
1. Clarify Roles: Define clear roles for coaches and administrators to uphold coaching integrity.
2. Embrace Coaching Growth: Acknowledge the rising importance of coaching in education and invest in instructional leader professional development.
3. Reflective Listening: Use reflective listening to aid teachers in problem-solving and growth.
4. Active Professional Development: Ensure that statewide professional development translates into action, not idle knowledge.
5. Clear Communication: Prioritize clear and direct communication for effective problem-solving.

While this episode may run a bit longer, trust me, it's brimming with valuable tips, insights, actionable steps, and concrete advice that makes it an essential listen. Kelly and Jill offer a roadmap for building a successful coaching culture and supporting teacher development. Dive deeper into each topic and enhance your coaching practices by tuning in!

Additional Info From Mississippi Dept of Ed:
MS Dept of Ed Literacy Resources
Strong Readers Website

One of the things Jill and Kelli mentioned after we finished recording was the importance of the Family Nights to their success. Below is a blurb about those evenings:

Regional Family Night:
The Mississippi Department of Education announces its Fall series of regional meetings across the state for families of students in kindergarten through grade 3.  At the meetings, families will receive an overview of the state law concerning literacy and assessment, as well as strategies that can be used at home to help students improve their reading skills.  The state law, known as the Literacy-Based Promotion Act (LBPA), focuses on prevention and intervention to help children develop the reading skills required for 4th grade.  Family engagement is also a critical component of students’ reading success.

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In this podcast episode, Becca engages in a conversation with Dr. Melissa Bonds, a highly experienced education leader, Director of a doctoral program and consultant. Melissa discusses various aspects of supporting new teachers and concrete tips and strategies to meet differing need throughout the school year. She starts by acknowledging the wide ranging definition of a "new teacher." She emphasizes the need to treat each new teacher as an individual with unique strengths and experiences, rather than making assumptions based on their background.

The conversation delves into the concept of the destructive "shoulds" in teacher leadership, where Melissa highlights the common misconception that new teachers should already possess certain skills or knowledge. She advocates for a more personalized approach, recognizing each new teacher's specific needs and providing tailored support (and tells you how). This podcast episode provides valuable insights into the complexities of supporting new teachers and offers actionable strategies for improving teacher retention and success in the education field.

Dr. Melissa Bond's info:
New Teacher Guide Book (free download)
Facebook
Phone: 888-978-4736
Website: www.jmjconsulting2.com
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In this episode Becca and Tami Shaw, Professional Development and Learning Specialist in Edmond Public Schools, explore the innovative strategies that Edmond is pioneering to support and retain early career educators ("new teachers"). Tami shares current structures she currently employs to “wrap around” early career educators and previous strategies that didn’t work.  She shares out of the box strategies and concrete tools to support early career educators such as her high yield coaching model, the Peer Coaching Academy (empowering teachers to coach other teachers) and even how she has completely revamped the mentoring program.

Tami Shaw's Info:
Positive Strategery (Website) | LinkedIn | Twitter
Contact: [email protected]

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Curious about how you can maintain your energy level and well-being  throughout the school year? Tune in to this new episode as Becca Silver sits down with Carman Murray, an expert in empowering educators to physically and mentally thrive. Discover the vital connection between mind and body, and learn strategies to keep your momentum high throughout the school year (and help your educators do that same).

The strategies you learn in this episode address challenges such as burnout and stress and helps you combat these obstacles and cultivate a balanced, thriving lifestyle. From quality sleep to stress management and nourishing foods, Carman's expertise delivers actionable steps for a you to have a school year without the "energy slumps."  Stay tuned to experience an impactful exercise led by Carman that will help reduce your stress level immediately. This session is a must-listen, offering a tangible sense of calm and presence in the midst of a bustling education landscape.

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In this conversation with the very knowledgeable Dr. Afiya Fredericks, an expert in growth mindset (works with Carol Dweck), you'll learn the elements to building an unshakable growth mindset culture. Imagine a school where teachers embody the growth mindset in every classroom. The building of that culture starts NOW!

Discover how to:

• Sets the standard for growth within your team.
• Create an environment where open dialogue, feedback, and embracing mistakes are at the heart of progress.
• Align your leadership approaches with the growth mindset revolution to drive consistent excellence.
• Uncover how scheduled feedback sessions must happen to empower your coaching culture.
• Learn the necessity of leaders being in the unknown (and I know you LOVE knowing) and being transparent about learning new things.

Coaches and leaders, tap into the boundless potential of a growth mindset culture that impacts teacher empowerment, resilience, and innovative thinking.

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Becca Silver is back with a special guest, Dr. Christi Roberts, and they're unpacking an invaluable coaching tool: "Noticing and Wondering." Dive into a conversation that revolves around fostering genuine connections with educators and building a foundation of trust. Discover how "Noticing" and "Wondering" statements revolutionize coaching conversations, helping educators uncover their own solutions and ideas for improvement. 

Learn how this approach enhances coaching conversations, promotes collaboration, and cultivates a culture of continuous growth in the classroom. Becca and Christi demonstrate how to use Noticing and Wondering as they role play and debrief the importance of each step.

This tool is invaluable from shifting from a formal coaching cycle to a relationship-based coaching conversation that is purely focused on growth and strengthens trust and coaching relationships. Listen in on the unexpected results coaches cause as they practice Noticing and Wondering with their spouses and friends as well!

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Dr. Christi Roberts' Info:
Website  |  Peer Coaching Academy

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