Do large education conferences push "feel good" platitudes? Or do educators need the edu-tainment?

Jamal drops some knowledge on this podcast.

Are we trying to find solutions, or win petty arguments?

Jamal & I discuss teacher/school morale. How important is it to have good school morale? Are happy teachers better teachers?

Is there a happiness advantage at the elementary or middle levels?

Are high school teachers less engaged?

...and what does leadership have to do with it?

I admit, I sometimes compare my "hustle" to super-teachers. I want to accomplish as much as they do. I want to go to the same conferences.

But I have to stop and realize that I'm doing enough. Find contentment.

Remembering to be a loving husband and father are up for discussion of today's podcast.

Jamal & I discuss!

Gina Bianchini is the founder and CEO of Mighty Networks, but she is also a leader that is pushing the boundaries of the social media world.

In this podcast, we discuss her extensive past as an entrepreneur, and also the role that Mighty Networks is playing in the social media space, and also what it means for students.

Make sure you follow Gina on LinedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginabianchini/

Also, check out the Mighty Networks Niche Generator: https://www.mightynetworks.com/name-generator

Large education conferences:

Are the feel-good pep talks much needed, or are they taking away from the informational sessions and research?

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Teacher burnout really looms large in February... but so does love!

How do you get that spark back into your work?

Allen Gannett is the author of "The Creative Curve," and wants more people to know that creativity is a skill that can be acquired, and not just "born with it."

You can order his book on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Curve-Develop-Right-Idea/dp/1524761710/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1548734647&sr=1-1&keywords=the+creative+curve

I've been listening to David Goggin's new book, "Can't Hurt Me," and its got me thinking a lot about our students, and how they need more adversity to overcome obstacles, a fewer safe spaces.