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This podcast will provide you with a little bit of inspiration and motivation to get you through your day! Topics will center around education, leadership, personal, and professional development. In essence, there will be a little bit of something for everyone.
24m
January 13, 2024
Belonging Begins with Me - Monet Webster
January 13, 2024
Belonging Begins with Me - Monet Webster
Be the Thermostat, not the Thermometer. Listen to Monet Webster emphasize the importance of building strong schools and stronger community with the diveristy, equity, and inclusion work she is doing. Monet understands what it means to #bethethermostat and shares her stories and experiences to uplift and motivate us to be the thermostat as well.25m
November 16, 2023
My wife, My friend, my Support - Keisha Young Interview
November 16, 2023
My wife, My friend, my Support - Keisha Young Interview
Be the Thermostat, not the Thermometer. Listen to my wife Keisha Young discuss what it means to be the thermostat as a family nurse practitioner and supporting someone who is a thermostat leader. She advises us to focus on self-care and being in the moment. My wife understands what it means to #bethethermostat and shares her stories and experiences to uplift and motivate us to be the thermostat as well.21m
November 2, 2023
Untold Teaching Truths - Katie Kinder Interview
November 2, 2023
Untold Teaching Truths - Katie Kinder Interview
Be the Thermostat, not the Thermometer. Listen to Katie Kinder emphasize the importance of understanding post-pandemic teaching and supporting teachers. She advises us to focus on what we can control and embrace change in education. Katie understands what it means to #bethethermostat and shares her stories and experiences to uplift and motivate us to be the thermostat as well.
Unapologetic Leadership focuses on reflecting on the work school leaders do and challenging to grow with and through lived experiences. This podcast will allow listeners to engage in hearing from educational leaders who are engrained in the work. Topics such as equity, diversity, inclusion, school culture, student voice, and leadership experiences are among some of the content you will hear.
26m
April 22, 2024
E40: The Future of the Profession
April 22, 2024
E40: The Future of the Profession
Get ready for an extraordinary episode! Get ready to be inspired by the incredible future educators from Huntley High School. They are super excited as they set out on their journey to become remarkable educators. It’s time to elevate their stories and amplify their voices!43m
December 31, 2023
E39: Turning Around the Future of Schools with Dr. Marques Stewart
December 31, 2023
E39: Turning Around the Future of Schools with Dr. Marques Stewart
This episode dives into understanding turnaround schools and the development that happens in those settings when you have great leadership and a great staff! From the peaks of celebrating as many students a possible to the valleys of building from nothing, Dr. Stewart takes us through his journey and leadership as an educational leader!34m
July 12, 2023
E38: It’s All About Connection with Principal Marvin Smith
July 12, 2023
E38: It’s All About Connection with Principal Marvin Smith
Connection is essential for expanding opportunities, accessing resources, exchanging knowledge, building collaborations, and fostering professional growth in an interconnected world. In this episode, I chop it up with Principal Marvin Smith. He talks about the importance of the connection and culture in his school! It’s all about CONNECTION!
This podcast is made by a wisdom seeker who has found productivity to be a great tool for achievement. Here are my reflections & interviews with luminary figures.
46m
last Monday
The Wisdom & Productivity of Dr. Sonia Soltero
last Monday
The Wisdom & Productivity of Dr. Sonia Soltero
Dr. Sonia Soltero is Professor and Chair of the Department of Leadership, Language, and Curriculum at DePaul University in Chicago. A former bilingual education teacher and dual language coordinator, Dr. Soltero teaches and publishes research on bilingual and dual language education.48m
last Monday
The Wisdom & Productivity of Matthew Ebert
last Monday
The Wisdom & Productivity of Matthew Ebert
Matthew Ebert is a human-centered leader with 20+ years of experience in education, primarily focused on school leadership in urban settings. He just presented as a TED Speaker on strategies to address the teacher shortage crisis: 68m
April 7, 2024
Dr. Ignacio Lopez & "The EQ Way"
April 7, 2024
Dr. Ignacio Lopez & "The EQ Way"
Dr. Ignacio Lopez is the Deputy Provost at National Louis University and the author of "The EQ Way: How Emotionally Intelligent School Leaders Navigate Turbulent Times"
Two social justice educators working to unite the Black and Brown communities through education, storytelling and community engagement.
44m
last Sunday
Ink and Insights: From Educator to Storyteller with Djuana Okotete
last Sunday
Ink and Insights: From Educator to Storyteller with Djuana Okotete
Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Djuana Okotete, a former teacher who bravely transitioned from education to the corporate world before finding her true calling as a children's book author and reading advocate. Djuana shares the emotional challenges of leaving behind her beloved profession, the unexpected intersections between education and corporate life, and the fulfilling journey of returning to her passion for storytelling. With candid insights into her creative process and the impact of her work on young readers, Djuana's story reminds us of the power of following our passions against all odds31m
April 7, 2024
Talk Less, Smile More: Navigating Introverts and Extroverts in the Work Place
April 7, 2024
Talk Less, Smile More: Navigating Introverts and Extroverts in the Work Place
Lissette and Maurice talk about their experience being extroverted leaders and how to navigate working with fellow extroverts as well as introverts in the work place.32m
April 6, 2024
Who is your Mt. Rushmore?
April 6, 2024
Who is your Mt. Rushmore?
Join Lissette and Maurice as they kick off season 5 with a discussion of who they would invite to dinner and talk all things leadership.