The word ‘Teacher’ is not to be taken literally. As teachers we are more than a vessel to transmit information into the minds of our children, we are a lot more. I love Gavin McCormack’s article about teachers and their importance. He says our presence alone will not define what it means to be alive. Read more about What We Forget About Teaching![…]
Leadership First posted an inspiring article about how important respect and courtesy are for all organizations. I love his quote saying, “When employees respect each other and get along in the workplace, it’s amazing how productivity increases, morale increases and employees are more courteous to customers.” I agree that respect is the glue that respect Read more about Respect and Courtesy Lead to a Successful Organization[…]
Leadership First posted an interesting article on stress and our attitude. We cause most of our stress by the way we respond to situations, not the way life is. Change how you see things. Look for the good in all situations. Take the lesson and find new opportunities to grow. Let all the extra stress, Read more about Change Your Attitude[…]
Terry Small posted the following 13 “M’s” to be this week: 1. Be miracle-minded. 2. Be magical. 3. Be magnificent. 4. Be meditative. 5. Be magnetic. 6. Be merry. 7. Be meek. 8. Be mighty. 9. Be modest. 10. Be motivated. 11. Be myself. 12. Be marvellous. 13. Be mellow.
Lachlan Brown posted a fascinating article on the 8 harsh realities of life that I try to live by but don’t always succeed. However, they are great reminders to live by which will help us be much stronger. 1. You can’t go back. Learn from the past. Then move on. 2. Busy doesn’t equate to Read more about 8 Harsh Realities of Life[…]
Warren Buffet posted the following 10 valuable leadership lessons: 1. Love what you do. 2. Learn how to communicate effectively. 3. Choose your business associates wisely. 4. Don’t micro-manage. 5. Plan for the future. 6. Transparency is highly appreciated. 7. Patience is a virtue. 8. Manage your time wisely. 9. Be prepared to take risks Read more about 10 Valuable Leadership Lessons[…]
Gavin McCormack posted an interesting article about why teachers are struggling during this pandemic. I can personally relate to his article. McCormack states that teachers are not struggling because learning from home is hard. Doing hard things is their expertise. Teachers are struggling because they miss seeing the smiles, laughter, the love, empathy, understanding and Read more about Why Teachers Are Struggling[…]
I love the following 10 tips for becoming a great leader which I found on LinkedIn by Leadership First: 1. Lead by example. 2. Encourage others to grow. 3. Have a strong vision. 4. Increase your emotional intelligence. 5. Keep developing yourself. 6. Learn from your mistakes. 7. Find a mentor. 8. Understand your own Read more about The 10 Most Important Tips For Becoming a Great Leader[…]
Lolly Daskal posted an interesting article on how to become a great leader. She states that we need to ask ourselves these questions weekly. 1. What did I learn from last week? 2. What was my greatest accomplishment last week? 3. What have I struggled with in the past that might affect the upcoming week? Read more about Want to Be a Great Leader?[…]
Gavin McCormack posted these 10 lessons we need to teach our children: 1. When we fail, when things go wrong or break, that’s the moment when we truly learn the greatest lessons. If we are not making mistakes, we are not making progress. Don’t be afraid to think differently. 2. It’s okay to want to Read more about 10 Lessons Every Child needs to Learn[…]