Everyone, including students, experienced stress in a new, unique way in 2020. Now that we are in 2021, it’s maybe even more important than ever before to ensure we invite laughter into the lives of our students. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak discuss the research behind laughter, its positive influence on stress levels, and some practical ways […]

After the unique challenges that 2020 brought on for people around the world, 2021 presents a new opportunity. That’s why it’s even more important than ever to help ensure students and young adults begin this new year with a positive outlook. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak discuss practical ways to help your students start 2021 with a […]

Over the course of a student’s academic career, they have countless conversations with different teachers, coaches, counselors, administrators, and more. However, when looking back at the end of their academic journey they only tend to remember a few significant ones. That’s why it’s critical to make the most of our interactions with today’s students. In this episode, Tim Elmore and […]

One problem many educators are currently facing is the challenge of engaging today’s students, some of which are only meeting in a virtual classroom. Now that many educators are aware that social-emotional skills play a crucial role in developing well-equipped children, the challenge shifts to discovering how to effectively develop those skills in them. In this episode, Tim Elmore and […]

As we look back and reflect on this past year, we want to bring attention to a few specific resources that have been particularly helpful to Dr. Tim Elmore. In this episode, Tim Elmore shares his favorite books, movies, surprises, and more from 2020. Resources: Pandemic Population & Habitudes Contact: [email protected] Social Media: @GrowingLeaders, @TimElmore & @AndrewMcPeak

Millions of students today project self-confidence, but it’s fragile, fake, and temporary, built off of the “likes” or “shares” others have given them on social media. When their confidence is genuinely tested, it oftentimes disintegrates. One way they can continue to grow in their self-confidence is by developing stronger self-awareness. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak discuss why […]

Our world today is stressed by a COVID-19 pandemic and a severe economic downturn. Further, it’s noisier than ever with many voices, including both television and social media. These are just a few of the reasons why it’s crucial to develop emotionally intelligent schools and homes. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak share stories about the importance of […]

In the world of education, one of the challenges brought on by COVID-19 has been virtual learning. While it has served as a way to connect and still continue schooling online, it has come with its own set of problems as well. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak share some reasons why some virtual classrooms have failed in […]

Because 2020 has been a year unlike any other, it’s easy to sit back and merely wait to see what will happen next. However, we also have the choice to wait in an entirely different way. We can be like a “waiter” who serves, who looks for ways to be helpful, who stays active waiting on others in the restaurant. […]

Almost every student wants to have some level of influence with others. However, it can oftentimes be difficult for students to understand how to develop that influence or how to use it in a beneficial way. We believe teaching students emotional intelligence enables them to utilize their influence in a healthy manner. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak […]