Mission Driven With Dr. AC Cristales

On this episode of the Mission Driven Podcast, author and speaker A.C. Cristales gets you ready for 2020 by discussing the power of gratitude.  He also explains how gratitude should not be limited to just holidays or special events. Gratitude should be practiced daily because there is always something to be grateful for.  A.C. concludes by providing 3 ways to practice gratitude starting today.  This is an episode that will encourage and empower you as you continue to grow both professionally and personally. For more information about about A.C., visit his website, http://acspeaks.com.

On this episode of the Mission Driven Podcast, author and speaker A.C. Cristales is joined by 8th grade math teacher, Weston Wilcox. Weston teaches in the Dallas, Texas area, and in this episode, he shares how being a teacher was his calling. However, he also discusses real issues that he dealt with having to do with mental health and depression.  Weston also details a dark moment in his life that brought him back to his purpose in education. A story of redemption! Finally, he concludes by providing tips to connect with students specifically at the middle school level, but that would work for all grade levels.  This is an episode where you will want to take notes on what you can do to connect with your students and kids! For more information about about A.C., visit his website, http://acspeaks.com.

On this episode of the Mission Driven Podcast, author and speaker A.C. Cristales is joined by FOCUS Pastor at Richland College, Sirak Asfaw. Sirak leads the FOCUS group, which is an interdenominational campus ministry at Richland College. FOCUS is a community that values equipping students to be missionaries to their college campuses. In this episode, Sirak shares the importance of having faith-based student organizations on college campuses. He also details the power of accepting all students as they are, in order to connect and build empowering relationships with them. This is an episode where you will want to take notes on what you can utilize to reach your students and kids. It is packed with information to assist you to better serve your students so that you can leave a lasting mark in their lives. For more information about Sirak, contact A.C. and he will provide you with Sirak's information. Visit A.C. at his website, http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of the Mission Driven Podcast, author and speaker A.C. Cristales talks about paying the ultimate price to achieve the ultimate goal. Using a few lines of dialogue from the film, Point Break, A.C. outlines 5 things you must do in order to pay the ultimate price. Some of you have the dream, but you're not willing to pay the price to achieve it. This is an episode where you will want to take notes and where you'll definitely want to share it with a friend. It is packed with wisdom to help you in reaching your goals whatever the cost may be. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of the Mission Driven Podcast, author and speaker A.C. Cristales is joined by Program Coordinator at Richland College, Gabe Randle. Gabe leads the MAP (Male Achievement Program) at Richland College. This program is designed to help students of color with their academic and social integration at the post-secondary level. In this episode, Gabe shares what it takes to break down the walls that many of his students enter higher education with. This is an episode where you will want to take notes on what you can utilize to reach your students and kids. It is packed with wisdom to assist you to make connections with your students so that they feel they are a part of your campus community. For more information about Gabe, contact A.C. and he will provide you with Gabe's information. Visit A.C. at his website, http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of the Mission Driven Podcast, author and speaker A.C. Cristales uses some lyrics from the Notorious B.I.G. song, "Sky's The Limit" to provide you with 7 lessons that can help alter your belief system. Some of you aren't reaching your potential because you have limiting beliefs. This is an episode where you will want to take notes and you'll definitely want to share it with a friend. It is packed with insight to help you believe that you are more than capable of achieving your dreams and living your best life. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com

A.C. Cristales is joined by educator and school leader Rachael Brown to discuss her journey into education, how her current position as a school administrator aligns with her life's mission, and her tips for teachers, parents and students. Also, at the end of the podcast, a quick interview with A.C.'s daughter, Isabella, on who her favorite teacher has been so far.

If you're wanting to become a better educator, this is the episode for you!

For more information on A.C., visit his website: http://acspeaks.com

Even though many people don't like to talk about pain, it's important to know that our pain has power. It can either strengthen you or it can weaken you. Pain is a powerful force in our lives. In this episode, A.C. shares how changing our perspective on pain can help better our lives and also help inspire others. If you want to know how pain can actually be used for our good, this is the episode for you!

For more info on A.C., visit his website, https://acspeaks.com

What kind of mindset do you have? Is it a fixed or growth mindset? It's important to know which mindset you possess because the type of mindset you have will determine the words you use to communicate with others.  In this episode, A.C. shares what having a growth mindset looks like and how you can use it to better serve your kids, students and followers. So, if you want to help those you serve succeed in life or school, this is the episode for you!

For more information about A.C., visit his website:http://acspeaks.com

Follow A.C. on Twitter and Instagram: @AC_Cristales

On Facebook: @ACCRISTALESFAN

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To some, Tupac Shakur was a thug. To others, he was a revolutionary. Regardless, of what you think about 2Pac, one thing is certain. 2Pac was one man with many legacies. In this episode, A.C. talks about how the following 2Pac lyrics have helped him with regard to being driven by his life's mission:

"Driven by my ambitions, desire higher positions. So, I proceed to make G’s. ETERNALLY in my mission to be more than just a rap musician. The elevation of today’s generation, if I can make ‘em listen."

Many times we define ourselves simply by our titles and/or positions. However, we are so much more than that and there is so much we can do with all the talents that we have. If you want to know ways on how to define your legacy, this episode is for you!

For more information about A.C., visit his website:http://acspeaks.com

Follow A.C. on Twitter and Instagram: @AC_Cristales

On Facebook: @ACCRISTALESFAN

Subscribe to A.C.'s YouTube Channel: A.C. Cristales

Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and rate and review.