I read the following quote on LinkedIn by Leadership First, “Believe in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you can imagine.” This quote is very timely since we are facing tremendous challenges around the world with COVID-19 virus and by extension all the changes Read more about Believe in Yourself[…]
Gavin McCormack posted the following brilliant ideas of how to empower our students and allow them to be smarter than the teacher. He says, and I agree, that if we think that teaching is simply standing at the front and lecturing our students, we limit them to only being as smart as us. By actually Read more about Allow Your Students to be Smarter Than You[…]
Gavin McCormack posted a fascinating article about the perfect lesson structure which I love. He says the following: 1. Introduction 2% – This is where you explain to the class what you are actually going to teach them today. The learning objective. 2. Explanation 2% – Teacher explains why this lesson is important. How will Read more about The Perfect Lesson Structure[…]
Jon Gordon posted the following on LinkedIn about inspiring or hurting your team: 7 Things That Will Hurt Your Team: 1. Energy vampires 2. Complaining 3. Ego 4. Selfishness 5. Jealousy 6. Resentment 7. Pessimism 7 Things That Will Help Your Team: 1. Love 2. Encouragement 3. Vulnerability 4. Selflessness 5. Unity 6. Communication 7. Read more about You Help or Hurt Your Team[…]
1. Calling – You are compelled to lead others because of a belief of something that is larger than yourself. 2. Listening – You believe that the best way to understand and help others is to listen. 3. Empathy – You understand that everyone has their own perspective and you try to see the world Read more about The 11 Pillars of Servant Leadership[…]
David Geurin posted the following things on twitter that he wants his students to know, and I totally agree: – Know who you are. – Know you have a purpose. – Know your strengths. – Know your dreams. – Know your choices shape your future. – Know you matter (you have infinite worth). – Know Read more about Some Things I Want My Students to Know[…]
The following checklist is perfect for anyone who works in a business or in an education facility. – Take a moment to think about your day. – Acknowledge on thing that was difficult during your workday – let it go. – Be proud of the effort you put in today. – Consider 3 things that Read more about Going Home Checklist[…]
Gavin McCormack posted an interesting article about empowering children to find their place in the world. I love how he challenges us to help children feel connected. They need to know that they are part of a chain of events that they have a responsibility for. Teaching a child how to care for a caterpillar, Read more about Allow Children to Find Their Place in the World[…]
This morning I read the Leadership First lesson on the top ten qualities of great leaders. I entirely agree that these are qualities I try to aspire to as a leader. He stresses the importance of continuous self-development for any leader. Leaders are students for life and we have a responsibility to lead and inspire Read more about Top 10 Leadership Qualities[…]
Today my inspiration is about how valuable mentors are to each of us fortunate enough to have them as well as to be them. I have had many mentors in my life who have helped me see my potential when I couldn’t see it myself. One such mentor was a leader in education who challenged Read more about Mentors Are Valuable[…]