Best George Couros Podcasts (2024)

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The New 3Cs for Learning - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP23 23:19

3d ago23:19

23:19

George Couros hosts this solo podcast to reflect on a recent newsletter he wrote and his own reading of The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. Couros reflects on 3 Cs for Learning and shared this in a recent newsletter: “Driven by curiosity, making connections and ultimately creating something with this information will help me better understand…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Fruitvale Schools - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 10:06

1h ago10:06

10:06

Jasmine Bassilious and Leslie Garrison from Fruitvale School District join this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! The two had a great realization when they both shared a story about an inspiring educator who happened to be the same person! Be sure to check out this episode to hear how they answer these questions: Who is a teache…

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Jordan Anderson: Personalized Professional Learning - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP22 23:52

32m ago23:52

23:52

Get George's latest book, "What Makes a Great Principal" here:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin_______________Jordan Anderson joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast to talk about some great ways tha…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Jordan Anderson - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 12:31

1d ago12:31

12:31

Get George's latest book, "What Makes a Great Principal" here:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin_______________Jordan Anderson joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast to talk about some great ways tha…

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You might have to change your path to get to the goal - May highlights from the #IMPodcast 21:09

4d ago21:09

21:09

George Couros opens this month-end review with a reflection on his fitness journey that, at times, can feel like Groundhog’s Day. Couros reminds us to personally and professionally keep our goals and when we hit a dead-end, that doesn’t mean we need to give up on our goals, but instead, we need to alter our path. Be sure to check out this episode f…

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The First Chapter of #WhatMakesAGreatPrincipal - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP21 31:06

5d ago31:06

31:06

Get your copy of "What Makes A Great Principal" here! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asinGeorge Couros is releasing a very special episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where he reads the intro to the book alou…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with David Domena - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 14:24

9d ago14:24

14:24

David Domena joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Domena’s ideas on great principals were shared in the new book, What Makes a Great Principal. Hear how Domena answers these questions and teases the ideas he shares in the new book: Who is a teacher that inspired you and why? Who is an administrator that inspired you and …

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Dr. Ryan Daniel: Thought partner or thought confirmer? - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP20 20:20

16d ago20:20

20:20

Dr. Ryan Daniel joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Dr. Daniel, who is one of the contributing authors of What Makes a Great Principal, reflects on the process of being an author and how she got over her imposter syndrome and remembered that she has a story to teach people and to get to the point and make it count! Couors and Dr.…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Dr. Ryan Daniel - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 14:42

17d ago14:42

14:42

Dr. Ryan Daniel, one of the contributing authors of What Makes a Great Principal, joins this episode of Three Questions! Dr. Daniel shares some amazing reflections from her time in education as she responds to these three questions: Who is a teacher that inspired you and why? Who is an administrator that inspired you and why? What advice would you …

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Dr. Georgeanne Warnock: Only action can lead to solutions. - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP19 29:15

21d ago29:15

29:15

George Couros welcomes Dr. Georgeanne Warnock who shares some great thoughts about being a superintendent! Dr. Warnock clearly focuses on her community's needs and has worked to make significant changes to meet those needs. In this episode, Dr. Warnock shares how she got the TikTok and social media name, SubbingSupt, how her district has transition…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Sarah Sirgo - The #InnovatorsMindset Podcast 12:42

1M ago12:42

12:42

Sarah Sirgo shares a ton of powerful thoughts about education in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Sirgo, who is the Chief of Staff at Frederick County Public Schools, even taught Couros a new vocabulary word! Check out this episode to hear how Sirgo answers these questions: Who is a teacher that inspired you and why? Who is an admin…

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Neil Young: Comfortable Rarely Means Better - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP18 27:11

1M ago27:11

27:11

George Couros opens this episode with a reflection on a statement that many educators have made. Couros welcomes Neil Young to this episode where the two reflect on doing what is best for kids. Young, the Lodi Unified School District Superintendent, shares what he is doing to make sure that the district he serves Quotes:“We always need to be challe…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Neil Young - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 15:12

1M ago15:12

15:12

Neil Young, the Lodi Unified School District Superintendent, joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire to share some great insights into his time in education and the experiences he learned throughout his time in education. Young has great responses, so be sure to watch or listen to learn how he answers these questions: Who is…

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Monica Simmons: Opening Global Doors in Local Communities - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP17 22:38

1M ago22:38

22:38

Monica Simmons joins this episode of The Innovator’s Podcast and brings so much energy and joy! It is clear that Simmons, the superintendent of Elysian Fields ISD, shares details about the work she is doing to build a school community and to ensure that every child has the same access and opportunity that any child anywhere in the world would also …

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Setting Up New Teachers for Success! - Highlights from the #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast April 2024 35:02

1M ago35:02

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Get your copy of #WhatMakesAGreatPrincipal here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asinGeorge Couros opens this episode with an exciting announcement! This initial announcement is followed by another exciting reflectio…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Monica Simmons - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 16:19

1M ago16:19

16:19

Monica Simmons who is full of energy, shares some great reflections about her time in education. Check out this episode of Three Questions to benefit from Simmons’ energy, her ideas, and hear how she answers these questions: Who is a teacher that inspired you and why? Who is an administrator that inspired you and why? What advice would you give you…

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Frank McKay: The Intersection Between Research & Innovation - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5EP16 26:22

1M ago26:22

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George Couros and Frank McKay have a great conversation about the importance of the basics in education. McKay joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast to talk about the importance of how innovation and research are connected. McKay also shares some great insight about an upcoming conference, The 2024 Early College Summit, which is hap…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Dr. Georgeanne Warnock - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 17:34

2M ago17:34

17:34

Dr. Georgeanne Warnock, who was George Couros’ recent celebrity sighting, joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire. Dr. Warnock is an amazing educator and in this episode, she reflects on a teacher who was a finalist for the NASA Teachers in Space program. Dr. Warnock shares some learning from people who have inspired her and…

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What Makes a Great Principal Available Today! - The Latest Book from George Couros and Allyson Apsey 27:29

2M ago27:29

27:29

Get your copy here at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asinAllyson Apsey joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset with George Couros! Together, the two share some of the details about their newly released book, W…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with with Lori Care - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 13:28

2M ago13:28

13:28

Lori Care joins this episode of Three Questions! Care, a principal in New Jersey, and George Couros reflect on their time together at Care’s recent staff PD! Hear how Care answers these questions:Who is a teacher that inspired you and why? Who is an administrator that inspired you and why? What advice would you give your first-year teacher self? Qu…

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Lori Care: Taking Care of the Adults in Education - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP14 21:29

2M ago21:29

21:29

Lori Care joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast and shares what she is doing at her school site to create a welcoming environment and truly provide time for self-care! Care shares some great points about the importance of taking care of yourself, seeing yourself in the school environment, and building a community through shout-outs!…

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Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy! The Latest Book from Kim Strobel Available Now The IM #Podcast 15:57

2M ago15:57

15:57

Check out the book, "Teach Happy!" by Kim Strobel here:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334712?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334712&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asinIn this podcast, Kim Strobel, upon the release of her new book discusses why she wrote "Teach Happy," what she learned from t…

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Dr. Jordan Cox: Making Meaning & Finding Purpose in Schools - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5EP13 17:08

2M ago17:08

17:08

Dr. Jordan Cox, the superintendent of Commack Schools, joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where he reflects on ways to help students develop their strengths. Dr. Jordan Cox and George Couros have a great discussion about helping students find what makes them want to learn. Couros will be visiting Dr. Cox’s school district where h…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Dr. Jordan Cox - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 13:14

2M ago13:14

13:14

Dr. Jordan Cox joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where he opens up with some great thoughts right from the beginning! As the superintendent of Commack Schools, Dr. Cox reflects on his time in education and answers these three questions:Who is a teacher that inspired you and why? Who is an administrator that inspired you and why?…

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Do not stay where you are unhappy - The Best of the #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast March 2024 36:06

2M ago36:06

36:06

In this month’s highlight intro, George Couros reminds us of the importance of feeling valued. Couros shares, “You don’t have to love what you do, but what you do should not make you feel miserable.” As you watch or listen to this month’s highlights, Couros encourages you to consider what you are really good at and what you are aiming to do. For mo…

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Jen Mott: Nurturing Hope While Embracing Perseverance in Education - The #InnovatorsMindset S5 EP12 27:04

2M ago27:04

27:04

Finding solutions is not always about finding the answer, but it can be about asking a different question. Couros opens this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with a reflection on why we should be asking “Why are people staying in the profession of teaching” instead of “Why are people leaving the teaching profession?” Dr. Mott joins this e…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Jen Mott - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 16:33

2M ago16:33

16:33

Jen Mott joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Dr. Mott and Couros have a great conversation at the beginning where we learn more about all the jobs Dr. Mott is currently “juggling” - including literal juggling! Be sure to watch or listen to this episode to hear how Dr. Mott answers these questions: Who is a teacher that has inspir…

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Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket: Navigating the Path to School Leadership - The #InnovatorsMindset S5 EP12 19:14

3M ago19:14

19:14

George Couros welcomes Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket to this episode of the Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Dr. Edoho-Eket shares some very powerful insights about how she has done things differently as a principal. Dr. Edoho-Eket has a book, Navigating the Path to School Leadership where she reflects on the transition from being a classroom teacher to being …

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket - The #InnovatorsMIndset #Podcast 11:51

3M ago11:51

11:51

Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where she discusses a few details about her new book, Navigating the Path to School Leadership and also shares some of the amazing learning experiences she has had as a teacher, associate principal, and school principal! Check out this episode with Dr. Edoho-Eket to hear ho…

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Dean Tolson: The Journey from Illiterate NBA Player to Magna Cum Laude - S5 EP11 31:06

3M ago31:06

31:06

Dean Tolson joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast to share his journey from illiterate NBA player to Magna Cum Laude! Tolson’s story is a powerful that he is passionate about sharing! Be sure to check out this episode to hear the 5 vows that Tolson kept to overcome illiteracy!Quotes:“5 vows: never skip class, sit front & center, tur…

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3 Questions with Dr. Will Deyamport on the #Edupreneur - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 15:30

3M ago15:30

15:30

Dr. Will Deyamport joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire to share some great details about his new book, The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint to Jumpstart and Scale Your Education Business!Why did you write this book?How can this improve learning in schools? What did you learn through the process of writing this book?Quotes:“Edu…

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Sarah Sirgo: What is Professionally Irreverent? - The #InnovatorsMindset Podcast S5 EP10 31:25

3M ago31:25

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George Couros begins this episode with a reflection on the “warm bath, cold shower” mentality. If we are modeling the expectations we want our students to embody, we need to have a mix of a warm bath and a cold shower. Couros has a great conversation with Sarah Sirgo, the Chief of Staff at Frederick County Public Schools, who talks about the idea o…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Kristen Brooks - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 19:02

3M ago19:02

19:02

Kristen Brooks, an Apple Distinguished Educator and one of the authors of STEAM for Little Learners, joins this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Brooks reflects on her time working with technology and shares some great insights as a current classroom teacher. Hear how Brooks answers these questions in this episode of Three Ques…

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Being True to Our Feelings - February 2024 Highlights from the #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 19:36

4M ago19:36

19:36

George Couros welcomes everyone to the highlights for February 2024! Couros begins with a reflection on how his year is going so far and shares some struggles he has had so far this year. During this reflection, Couros shares a message about why it is important to not fake how we feel. Be sure to check out these highlight videos for some great idea…

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Kristen Brooks: STEAM for Little Learners - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP9 25:12

3M ago25:12

25:12

George Couros has a great conversation with Kristen Brooks who is one of the authors of the free iBook, STEAM for Little Learners! Brooks is currently a teacher at a K-5 school and she shares some great perspectives and ideas about AI and how to use AI with your students. Brooks is helping our youngest learners develop some great habits through her…

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"Perennial Seller" by Ryan Holiday and the Connection to Lasting Learning - Epic Book Review! 19:03

4M ago19:03

19:03

In this podcast, George Couros reviews "Perennial Seller: The Art of Making and Marketing Work that Lasts" by Ryan Holiday! You can get your copy here on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143109014?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=0143109014&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.3M1UJOXVPX19P&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asinHe focuses on how t…

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Holli Elliott: Balancing Health & Wellness While Teaching - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP8 26:01

4M ago26:01

26:01

George Couros reflects on how we maintain motivation throughout the year. Couros shares a very realistic perspective about the importance of finding discipline. This episode with Holli Elliott focuses on strategies to prioritize and balance health and fitness. Quotes:“We are all motivating each other, but it started with a hobby and a passion.” - H…

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Saying goodbye to my dog Odom 28:48

4M ago28:48

28:48

I wanted to share some of the story of Odom and my love for my dog. If you have lost a dog before, this might be tough to listen to but I want to have this for my kids in the future.It has been an incredibly hard experience but I am so glad I had Odom in my life because I am better for it.By George Couros

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AJ Juliani Answers 4 Questions to Consider on AI in Education for Professional Learning - S5 EP7 38:22

4M ago38:22

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In this impromptu podcast, George Couros calls on his friend and brilliant mind in learning, AI, and technology integration to discuss the negatives and positives of AI, how it can benefit our personal lives, professional lives, and most importantly, student learning.This is based on the following blog post from George Couros:https://georgecouros.c…

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The Importance of Having a Plan - 3 Questions with Holli Elliott - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 13:34

4M ago13:34

13:34

Holli Elliott discuss a favorite principal, health hacks to stay motivated, and what "balance" means for educatorsQuotes:“Have a plan. People in general will fail if they don‘t have a plan because they don‘t have something to look at, something to check off…” - Holli ElliottLinks:Holli Elliott Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hollielliott_____…

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Dr. Keith Simmons: Creating a Vision With Your Community - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP6 26:28

4M ago26:28

26:28

George Couros begins this episode with Dr. Keith Simmons by sharing something he has realized about a good referee. This leads to a reflection about why we should not necessarily notice the principal or the superintendent. How do we put people in a position where they bring their own talent? Dr. Keith Simmons and Couros have a great conversation ab…

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Dr. Keith Simmons - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 13:00

4M ago13:00

13:00

Dr. Keith Simmons joins this week’s episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! Throughout this episode, Dr. Simmons and Couros talk about way more than just sports and education. As the Superintendent of Schools at Griffin-Spalding County School System, Dr. Simmons, shares some powerful insights about what it means to be an educator as h…

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3 Things To Consider on Your Digital Leadership Journey - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP5 20:54

4M ago20:54

20:54

George Couros shares three things to consider on your digital leadership journey in this solo episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast. A powerful question to consider is, “Are we asking our kids to do something we are not doing ourselves?” In this episode, you will hear some of the thoughts that Couros presented during the FETC conference!Links:…

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Starr Sackstein: Promoting Agency & Achievement Through Portfolios & Conferences 24:07

5M ago24:07

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Starr Sackstein joins a very special episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! In this episode, Sackstein and Couros have a powerful conversation about portfolios and conferences. In her new book, Sackstein shares strategies and ideas for promoting student agency through portfolios and conferences. Check…

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Doing the thing you promised you would do! - Highlights from Jan 2024 #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 20:59

4M ago20:59

20:59

George Couros welcomes viewers and listeners to the first highlight episode of 2024! This episode opens with Couros sharing a thought he had while running, he explains how this connects to the highlights shared in this episode because it is all about doing what we said we would do instead of getting stuck in the "if only" mentality. Description & T…

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George Couros: Embrace What Works for You - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP4 14:12

5M ago14:12

14:12

In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George Couros reflects on his recent marathon!Quotes:“I committed to running a marathon every decade of my life.” - George Couros“What I share is here is something that worked for me...here is the thing you all have in common: you are all different.” - George CourosLinks:George Couros Blog - https…

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Amy Gonzales: The Principal All Communities Deserve - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 21:29

5M ago21:29

21:29

Dr. Amy Gonzales joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset: Epic Book Review to share some great details about the newly released book she co-authored with Dr. Dottie L. Hall, The Principal All Communities Deserve! Dr. Gonzales and Couros have a great conversation about the writing process and what inspired Dr. Gonzales to put her thoughts into…

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Alison Celmer: Learning by Example - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP3 38:11

5M ago38:11

38:11

George Couros opens this episode with a reflection on his own learning and how he is working to learn how to play the piano along with his daughter, Kallea. This intro offers a reminder that we can learn anything we want to learn! We can also share why we are learning these things - there is something very powerful when we can show our willingness …

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3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Alison Celmer - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast 15:19

5M ago15:19

15:19

In this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire, Alison Celmer shares a great reflection of an eductor who inspired her. A current UPenn student in Couros and Novak’s UPenn course, Celmer shares some great thoughts about her time in education as she answers these questions:Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?Who is an admini…

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Mike Kleba: Creating the Year You Want! - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP2 36:56

5M ago36:56

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George Couros welcomes everyone to 2024 with a recap of what this podcast is all about. Couros reflects on how important it is to share our human sides. This week’s guest, Mike Kleba, has a newly released audiobook to pair with the printed version - Otherful! Couros also encourages viewers and listeners to create something with the information they…

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