George Couros starts this episode with a reflection about how he still uses a counting strategy that he learned from his kindergarten teacher called chisanbop, and how he is now passing this idea on to his daughter, Kallea! Couros then shares a personal story about his two dogs who are getting older in age and how he has enjoyed getting to take them for walks, a regular routine that came about because of a dreaded roadtrip. Couros also reflects on the worry he felt about driving a long distance with dogs and how this resulted in a closer connection between him and the dogs. These stories are all shared with the same message in mind - sometimes the things we dread the most can help the most.

Quotes:

"Sometimes the things we dread the most can become the things that are best for us."

"Is there something you dreaded in the past that actually ended up making you better?"

"The next time you face something you dread, think - can you leverage it?"

Links:

Chisanbop - https://www.instructables.com/Your-body-is-an-Abacus-Chisanbop/

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For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros

Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Because of a Teacher 2 -

https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X

The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

George Couros welcomes CJ Rodgers to The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! This is actually the first episode in George’s new office. CJ introduced George during a recent keynote for his school district and gave an incredibly personal introduction. The personal message that CJ shared in his opening message built an immediate connection because of the compelling story he told. CJ has truly embodied The Innovator’s Mindset by creating new and better ideas based on the information he has gathered. This episode is a great reminder that you are already innovating! Listen or watch to the very end where George shares the advice that he would give to anyone who wants to start a podcast!

Links:

CJ Rodgers Twitter - https://twitter.com/mrcjrodgers

CJ Rodgers Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/crodgersjr/

Change is An Opportunity Podcast: https://youtu.be/WjPDr0vg5Lo

Quotes:

"Let's figure out how we can utilize this (technology)...because the kids are going to need it...it's not going away." - CJ Rodgers

"There is a set time in the day for technology; however, before you get on it, you have to make a video and in that video, you have to tell one person who has made you happy and what you did to make someone else happy." - CJ Rodgers

"...this (The Innovator's Mindset) is about creating new and better opportunities...if you start seeing yourself in the picture, then it is easier to become." - George Couros

"If we say it is important, then we have to put time and resources behind it." - George Couros

"...share what you are learning and people will pick up their own lessons." - George Couros

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George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros

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George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/

George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519

For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros

Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Because of a Teacher 2 -

https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X

The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

In September of 2022, it was a pleasure to host these fantastic learners on The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast: @gregbagby, @IntegratEDK12, and @jprofNB!

Description & Time Codes:

0:00 Intro with George Couros

3:33 Intro Music

3:42 George Couros - A New Type of Ten-Year Plan

7:45 Greg Bagby

11:45 IntegratEd

14:13 Joël McLean

16:59 Outro

George Couros 1o-Year Plan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAIIpNs_z2c

“Prepare the child for the road, not the road for the child.” -unknown

This quote guides this clip for The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: The New Type of "10-Year Plan" for Education. Couros reflects on how we can prepare students for anything by asking this question, "What are we doing for our students today that will prepare them, and what will it do for them 10 years from now?"

Greg Bagby

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgavCLUhLRg

Greg Bagby joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset and reflects on the choice to be positive and the purpose of technology in classrooms. This episode shares some powerful ideas from Greg Bagby!

IntegratEd: Megan Diede and Kara Rigsby

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYXahZobA1I

In this clip from The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Staying Away from Scripts in Education - A Convo with IntegratED, Megan Diede and Kara Rigsby respond to a question from George Couros about how they know that their teaching framework has been effective. The two reflect on how they measure the effectiveness of their teaching strategies. For more from these great educators and what they are doing with IntegratED, check out the full episode!

Joël McLean

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUmmPSanXIU

Joël McLean and George Couros talk about how educators are pushed forward, but often leadership is expected to stay the same. McLean and Couros discuss how the role of the principal can evolve in education in this clip from The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: The Evolving Role of the Principal - A Convo with Joël McLean.

Other Links

Link to weekly emails: https://us12.campaign-archive.com/home/?u=9381017234135a9c6d5f7419a&id=59b1199188

Permanent for Now Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJ-l64YXMu0

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George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519

For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros

Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Because of a Teacher 2 -

https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X

The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

George Couros welcomes Abby Ramos Stanutz to this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Abby and George originally connected when Abby “snuck in” to one of George’s sessions. Abby has some amazing responses to these three questions:

Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?

Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?

What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?

Quotes:

"I try to be the teacher that always believes in my students." - Abby Ramos Stanutz

"Think about what you're asking kids to tell you." - Abby Ramos Stanutz

Links:

Abby Ramos Stanutz Twitter - https://twitter.com/iammissramos

Abby Ramos Stanutz Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mrsramosstanutz/?hl=en

Abby Ramos Stanutz TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@abbyramosstanutz?lang=en

TikTok Video - Classroom Teachers and School Teachers: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbyramosstanutz/video/7107666421756316974?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1&lang=en

The Littlest Hobo - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078644/

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George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519

For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros

Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Because of a Teacher 2 -

https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X

The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

In this episode of #MindsetMonday, George Couros reflects on a thought he had after answering he was asked. The idea of “permanent for now” is about being open to change and looking at things with fresh eyes. Throughout this episode, Couros encourages listeners and viewers to make the best of where they are and be open to change.

Quotes:

"Permanent for now means to make the best out of where you are in the present."

"It is not about always looking to the next thing...it is about being open to change."

Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.

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George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519

For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros

Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Because of a Teacher 2 -

https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X

The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

George Couros begins this podcast with Joël McLean by reflecting on how the role of the principal has evolved over time. Couros reflects on how it is common for the best principals to not be noticed because they are there making important decisions behind the scenes. Couros and Joël McLean talk about how leadership can be pushed forward in an innovative direction. McLean shares some amazing ideas about education and leadership in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast.

Links:

Joël McLean Twitter - https://twitter.com/jprofnb?lang=en

Joël McLean Website - https://inspireleadership.ca/

Inspire Leadership Podcast (in French) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inspire-leadership-podcast/id1439306362

Quotes:

"Leadership is about developing others...how can I make the people who are in my building grow - and myself." -Joël McLean

A lot of people are focused on the mechanics of the job when they should be focused on the mechanics of the relationship.” - Joël McLean

George Couros begins this podcast with Joël McLean by reflecting on how the role of the principal has evolved over time. Couros reflects on how it is common for the best principals to not be noticed because they are there making important decisions behind the scenes. Couros and Joël McLean talk about how leadership can be pushed forward in an innovative direction. McLean shares some amazing ideas about education and leadership in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast.

Links:

Joël McLean Twitter - https://twitter.com/jprofnb?lang=en

Joël McLean Website - https://inspireleadership.ca/

Inspire Leadership Podcast (in French) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inspire-leadership-podcast/id1439306362

Quotes:

"Leadership is about developing others...how can I make the people who are in my building grow - and myself." -Joël McLean

A lot of people are focused on the mechanics of the job when they should be focused on the mechanics of the relationship.” - Joël McLean

George Couros welcomes CJ Rodgers to The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! CJ introduced George during a recent keynote for his school district and gave an incredibly personal introduction. CJ and George reflect on how students feel empowered as CJ shares how a teacher sought out feedback from him as a student. Hear this story and more as CJ answers these questions:

Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?

Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?

What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?

Quotes:

"Teaching is like planting flowers...it is never the flower's fault...it just needs a different kind of soil." - CJ Rodgers

"No matter where you are (professionally), you can elevate people. Education is about elevation." - George Couros

Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.

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George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros

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George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/

George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519

For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros

Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Because of a Teacher 2 -

https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X

The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

George Couros reflects on how much he loves speaking and working with various schools and how he feels that he is doing something that he is meant to do. When we can do something that we absolutely love, that is a gift. In this episode, George reflects on all of the great opportunities, and what sacrifices come with those opportunities. He shares the quote, “It can take years and years of hard work to become an overnight success” and considers how it can also take years and years of sacrifice to become an overnight success. George shares a personal story related to this exact point!

Quotes:

"What am I willing to give up on a consistent basis?" - George Couros

"When we want to look at our goals, we have to look at the things we are willing to not have as much of." - George Couros

"What are you doing to reach your goals? What are you willing to give up for those goals?" - George Couros

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George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/

George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519

For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros

Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Because of a Teacher 2 -

https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X

The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

This episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with Megan Diede and Kara Rigsby is filled with great ideas and powerful strategies for giving teachers autonomy and taking direction in classrooms while encouraging teachers to use their personalities and build connections with all learners. George Couros reflects on how we talk about personalizing learning while standardizing the opportunities we offer. Diede and Rigsby talk about great ways to meet the needs of the learners in our classrooms!

Links:

IntegratED Twitter - https://twitter.com/integratedk12

IntegratED Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/integratedk12/

IntegratED Website - https://www.integratedk12.com/

Instagram Post - https://www.instagram.com/p/CeO-PYbPZAr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Quotes:

"It's not just about those scores, it's about the relationships...it's about trying something new for your students and for yourself." -Megan Diede

"Bring a message of hope and excitement." -Kara Rigsby

Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.

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George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros

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George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/

George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519

For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros

Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Kelly Croy, the author of a new children’s book, joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Kelly Croy and George Couros talk briefly about dealing with the unknowns in a day. Hear all this and more as Croy answers these questions:

Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?

Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?

What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?

Links:

Kelly Croy Twitter - https://twitter.com/kellycroy?lang=en

Kelly Croy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcroy/?hl=en

Kelly Croy Podcast - https://kellycroy.com/podcast/

Kelly Croy Website - https://kellycroy.com/

Kelly Croy Children’s Book - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DV5G1X1/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=kelcro-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B08DV5G1X1&linkId=76deb7994b90440c371c9d95590353d9

Quotes:

"The biggest advice I would give myself is the grace to not overthink things..." -Kelly Croy

Kelly Croy, the author of a new children’s book, joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Kelly Croy and George Couros talk briefly about dealing with the unknowns in a day. Hear all this and more as Croy answers these questions:

Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?

Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?

What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?

Links:

Kelly Croy Twitter - https://twitter.com/kellycroy?lang=en

Kelly Croy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcroy/?hl=en

Kelly Croy Podcast - https://kellycroy.com/podcast/

Kelly Croy Website - https://kellycroy.com/

Kelly Croy Children’s Book - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DV5G1X1/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=kelcro-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B08DV5G1X1&linkId=76deb7994b90440c371c9d95590353d9

Quotes:

"The biggest advice I would give myself is the grace to not overthink things..." -Kelly Croy