Coaching the Whole Educator

Send us a textThis episode dives straight into the conversation every educator and leader needs right now: How AI is reshaping coaching, leadership, and the way we build an Innovator’s Mindset in schools.Becca sits down with George Couros, world-recognized educator and author of The Innovator’s Mindset, to unpack how AI can support real human-centered leadership instead of replacing it. Together, they explore how AI can fuel curiosity, deepen critical thinking, and expand teacher and student agency when used with intention.You’ll hear George break down:Why innovation is not about technology, but about creating “new and better” ways of learningHow leaders can build ownership by giving real choice and voiceHow AI tools like ChatGPT can save hours of time while strengthening reflection, planning, and connectionWhy discernment is now a core skill for educatorsHow teachers and leaders can model meaningful AI use before bringing it to studentsWhat the rise of AI search means for school leadership, professional learning, and even hiringThis conversation mixes practical AI strategies, mindset shifts, and real talk about the skills educators and students need in a world where information is easy... but wisdom isn’t. If you’re a coach, teacher leader, or administrator wanting to use AI without losing the human heart of your work, this episode is your new favorite.Check out more about what George is up to on his website!Download the FREE Human BINGO card, here!Start with connection, and everything gets easier from there!Let's Stay Connected!Website | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | Facebook | Contact Us

Send us a textLooking for inspiration and real talk you can actually use as a school leader? This episode brings you a powerful conversation between Becca and the vibrant duo behind The Principal Exchange, Andra and Sarah. Together, they explore the real challenges principals face every day. The isolation. The constant demands. The search for support that truly understands the weight of school leadership.You will hear the story of how Andra and Sarah built their platform from the ground up and how their resources and virtual events are creating an authentic community for leaders who often feel alone in the work. They talk openly about the shift from classroom to front office and what it feels like to be handed the keys without a roadmap. Their honesty shines a light on why it matters to connect with people who genuinely get the role and how practical solutions like candid conversations and time saving strategies can help leaders feel more supported and more effective.With insights on professional growth, simple actions you can put into motion right away, and an inside look at what is coming at the next Principal Exchange conference, this episode welcomes educators at every level. You will walk away encouraged, equipped, and reminded that you are not doing this work by yourself. Andra and Sarah are building something special, and their energy is all about helping school leaders meet their biggest challenges with confidence and community.🔗Check out all of the resources available on The Principal Exchange.🔗Register for the TPE Virtual Winter Conference where Becca is the featured             keynote speaker!      Use code:  RESISTANCE for 10% off any ticketLet's Stay Connected!Website | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | Facebook | Contact Us

Send us a textWhat if the resistance you’re seeing isn’t defiance—it’s a clue?In this episode, Dr. Donna Spangler shares the coaching breakthrough that changed everything: She stopped trying to convince teachers, and they started showing up with purpose, ownership, and even excitement.After going through The Resistance Remedy course, Donna realized she wasn’t dealing with a skill gap—she was missing the belief gap. Once she started listening for mindset signals like value, belonging, and ownership, her entire coaching approach shifted. Teachers moved from polite compliance to full engagement. They initiated change. They emailed saying they were excited to teach again.She stopped relying on instinct and started coaching with intention. That’s when everything changed.Donna’s biggest realization? Resistance isn’t a roadblock. It’s a message. And when you know how to listen for it, you don’t just coach better. You coach braver.Donna's Free Download: https://secure.smore.com/n/hbzyejLearn more about *The Resistance Remedy* On Demand Course(Grab it now to get the Bonus S.I.P. Implementation Planning Document)Let's Stay Connected!Website | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | Facebook | Contact Us

Send us a textWe’ve been taught that good listeners don’t interrupt—but what if the right kind of interrupting is exactly what great leaders do?Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “That should’ve gone better”?You said the words. They said the words. But something still missed the mark.Here’s the truth: It’s not what you said. It’s what you didn’t hear.In this episode, I sit down with listening expert Christine Miles, who challenges what you think it means to truly listen. Are you listening to reply—or listening to understand?We unpack:Why most people retain only 17–25% of what’s said (yep, you read that right)How to shift from half-hearing to fully leadingAnd the underrated art of interrupting to understand—not interrupting to tellChristine shares powerful tools you can use right away: 🔦 The Flashlight Technique 🧭 Compass Questions 🛤️ The Listening PathIf you want to lead better conversations, build stronger trust, and stop missing what matters—start here.🎧 This episode is your next move https://bit.ly/3RBkWxrThe Whole Educator is now booking —keynotes, PD, and our Human Centered Academy are all designed to turn resistance into real progress. Check out the options at https://bit.ly/WholeEdPrograms and let’s make next year the one where things finally shift.Let's Stay Connected!Website | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | Facebook | Contact Us

Send us a textRolling out a new curriculum? Brace yourself—resistance, frustration, and missteps are inevitable… unless you do it right. Join Sean Lindsey and me as we break down what it really takes to get teachers, students, and families on board—without wasted effort or top-down mandates that fall flat.We’re talking about:The most common mistake leaders make when choosing a curriculum – Teachers and students aren’t just checkboxes in your curriculum rollout. Use a rubric based on their actual needs, not just the shiniest new program. How to turn teachers into champions (not skeptics) – Training, time, and real support matter. Mass rollouts of a new curriculum to teachers without these? Recipe for disaster.The secret to getting parents on your side before they push back – If parents don’t understand the “why,” they’ll resist the “what.” Learn how to engage them from the start.Why school leaders must do more than cheerlead – Leaders who don’t get the curriculum can’t lead it. We’ll talk about how to remove barriers and create real instructional shifts.Don’t gamble with your rollout. Learn how to make it stick. Free Resources:[FREE] Catalyst Mindsets Quiz **HERE**! [FREE DOWNLOAD] Levels of Resistance[FREE RESOURCE] Podcast Playlists (Episodes that focus on Resistance to Change)Let's Stay Connected!Website | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | Facebook | Contact Us