Coaching the Whole Educator

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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.

Resources
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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

Interested in bringing Noticings and Wonderings to your school or district?
Let us know!

Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
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Join us as we dive into the world of coaching and leadership with our special guest, Mary Kingston Roche, a TED talker with a unique perspective on a vital (and unexpected) skill needed to operate under a growth mindset.

Discover the power (and importance) of curiosity as we explore its impact on teacher retention, resilience, efficacy, and school culture. Curiosity is more than just a strategy; it's a philosophy of learning that enables engagement and growth mindset with both students and educators. Mary suggests we start our own personal curiosity practice by telling less and asking more. Replace negative self-talk with curiosity and challenge assumptions with questions. Curiosity can transform how we approach challenges and lead to more impactful outcomes.

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Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
[FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series
[FREE WEBINAR] Happy Secret to Building Buy In

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In this captivating podcast episode, Becca dives into an intriguing conversation with Chanavia Patterson, affectionately known as Principal Patterson, on the powerful concept of "listening for what's not being said" in school culture. Discover the secrets behind understanding underlying messages, emotions, and nonverbal cues to foster a thriving school climate and increase teacher retention. From active and reflective listening techniques to creating open communication spaces and the game-changing impact of creating your very own advisory council, Principal Patterson shares invaluable insights to transform your leadership approach. Uncover the essence of school culture, far beyond the tangible, as her wisdom sparks inspiration for exceptional educational leadership to elevate your school's culture, communication practices and teacher retention.

Connect with Chanavia Patterson: Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn


Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
[FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series
[FREE WEBINAR] Happy Secret to Building Buy In
Feel free to contact me directly with any questions or feedback: [email protected].

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“I came in wanting sentence starters, thinking that was gonna make me a better coach. And I wanted a grid of like, if you see this, do that, when you see this, do that. And that's not how life is. And that's not clearly how coaching is. But I've moved beyond that now." In this insightful podcast episode, we dive into the captivating journey of Mindy Schroeder, a once "knowledge giver" who transformed into an empowering (and much more effective) coach.

Earlier in her coaching career, Mindy felt the pressure to have all the answers, but her coaching style and level of impact completely changed when she learned some interesting (and unusual) coaching strategies and skills in the Whole Educator Coaching Foundation's curriculum. Reflective listening became her superpower, even positively impacting her relationships outside of work, including with her husband!

Listen in to hear Mindy's adventures with coaching and how she overcame her "conflict avoider" tendencies and became empowered to embrace and address all problems, even the tough ones! Packed with valuable insights and transformational growth, this episode will leave you inspired to unlock the potential of educators and elevate your own coaching game!

Want to learn more about the Whole Educator Foundations curriculum? Check it out here.

Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
[FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series
[FREE WEBINAR] Happy Secret to Building Buy In

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Join Becca as she chats with Kara Semtner, who embarked on an incredible journey through the depths of the pandemic as a coach. Kara shares her personal transformation from an unsure and inexperienced coach to the confident and impactful leader she is today.

When Kara started coaching, she faced challenges and resistance, often feeling lost and unsure of her role. But she was determined to make an impact and sought guidance. Building trust and strong relationships became her priority, but she quickly realized the difficulty of the task at hand. As she reflects on her early coaching days, she admits to moments of avoidance when faced with resistance, a flight response. However, she recognized her avoidance and actively sought tools and strategies to overcome it. 

Fast forward to the present, Kara's experience in the Whole Educator Academy course played a significant role in her transformation. She learned to reframe her thinking, separate interpretations from facts, and listen first before responding. This shift allowed her to connect more deeply with teachers, understand their needs, and provide meaningful support. She created a space for teachers to be heard and ensured that their concerns and roadblocks were addressed. 

Through listening and reframing, Kara found herself becoming more efficient and action-oriented. In coaching conversations, she pre-planned and created a consistent framework while leaving room for teachers to express their top-of-mind concerns. By reframing challenges as opportunities for growth and acknowledging her own insecurities, she empowered herself to focus on her role and impact student achievement. 

Kara highlights the importance of noticing toxic positivity and, instead of glossing over complaints or challenges, she learned to validate teachers' concerns, even if they couldn't be addressed immediately. This approach not only saved time but also led to more productive coaching conversations and tangible action items.

To inquire about the Whole Educator Academy, feel free to contact us. We are happy to share the Whole Educator Roadmap and impact of the the program.

Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
[FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series
[FREE WEBINAR] Happy Secret to Building Buy In

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Intentional dialogue helps create a safe container for discussing sensitive or challenging topics. We must retrain our brains and nervous systems to regulate negative reactions and think calmly. When we react defensively or place blame on others, it creates a lack of safety and trust.

Intentional dialogue doesn't require vulnerability but allows for sharing that transforms team effectiveness, cohesion and resilience. It helps leaders become more effective coaches by helping them show up as their best selves and understand others without judgment (and we ALL have judgements). Dive into intentional dialogue with Becca and Paul Engle and get inspired with real-life examples in this episode of Coaching the Whole Educator. Free downloadable Intentional Dialogue PDF below!

Download the free Intentional Dialogue Guide here!

Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
[FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series
[PAID PROGRAM] Whole Educator Foundations
(*previously* The Whole Educator Membership)
[LIVE WORKSHOPS] List of current workshops
[FREE WEBINAR] Happy Secret to Building Buy In
[PAID PROGRAM] The Whole Educator Academy
(*previously*Principal-Coach Alliance)

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Did you know your leadership effectiveness is directly related to your ability to sit with discomfort? Sometimes, staying busy keeps us from being present with uncomfortable situations and thoughts. Here's the undeniable reality:
You will face uncomfortable situations.
You will get BUSY.
You will have to make tough decisions.
You will make mistakes.
How can you still make an impact?

 In this episode, Becca shares about her recent "yoga incident" and the invaluable leadership lessons she learned from it. Learn more about how to grow your discomfort tolerance, embrace challenges, and lead with resilience by tuning into the conversation Becca has with Brendan Coffey in this episode of Coaching the Whole Educator.

Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
[FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series
[PAID PROGRAM] Whole Educator Foundations
(*previously* The Whole Educator Membership)
[LIVE WORKSHOPS] List of current workshops
[FREE WEBINAR] Happy Secret to Building Buy In
[PAID PROGRAM] The Whole Educator Academy
(*previously*Principal-Coach Alliance)

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You can't truly grow and improve as a coach or leader... unless you actively engage in regular and meaningful reflection.
Reflection is essential for coaches and leaders, especially at the end of the year.
Many coaches don't reflect effectively because they're biased, too busy, or just think it's a waste of time.
When you reflect effectively, you figure out what actually works and what strategies lead to success.
Reflection promotes accountability, trust, and high-functioning teams.
When teams don't reflect, you end up with “false harmony”, missed opportunities, and loss of credibility.
Conflict and storming are essential for team growth and improvement.
Asking the right questions is crucial for meaningful reflection.
Are you reflecting enough?
Learn more about reflection and specific questions to ask as a coach or leader in this episode of Coaching the Whole Educator.

Erinn Cottman: Instagram, Twitter, Website

Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
[FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series
[PAID PROGRAM] Whole Educator Foundations
(*previously* The Whole Educator Membership)
[LIVE WORKSHOPS] List of current workshops
[FREE WEBINAR] Happy Secret to Building Buy In
[PAID PROGRAM] The Whole Educator Academy
(*previously*Principal-Coach Alliance)

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Did you know that sometimes you’re actually consulting instead of coaching? If we as coaches could really get the whole distinction between coaching and consulting, and approach it with intention and strategy, it would solve a lot of our problems. One of the biggest frustrations I've heard from teachers over the years is not feeling valued as professionals. Knowing the distinction between coaching and consulting allows us to choose intentionally how to provide what is needed for our educators, many times pulling out their own expertise. How could anyone not feel like a professional in that kind of environment? Listen to this episode to be able to intentionally choose when you are coaching and when you are consulting to empower your educators to stay and thrive.

Resources
[FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook
[FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series
[PAID PROGRAM] Whole Educator Foundations
(*previously* The Whole Educator Membership)
[LIVE WORKSHOPS] List of current workshops
[FREE WEBINAR] Happy Secret to Building Buy In
[PAID PROGRAM] The Whole Educator Academy
(*previously*Principal-Coach Alliance)

Whitney Triplett: website, Coaching RTI to support teachers (free download)

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