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Discipline 2: Acting on Lead Measures Mar 05, 2024

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Large goals can become achievable when you introduce lead measures. Breaking up goals into smaller achievable outcomes not only grants you a feeling of success in those smaller victories but also motivates those you’re leading. Lead measures track the actions that drive us toward a goal and are predictive and influenceable.

Join us today on Change Starts Here as Dustin Odham shares the importance of lead measures for educators and the tips to effectively act on those lead measures. Dustin goes into the importance of these goals and how he has seen these practices create success for himself and teachers out in the workforce. You won’t want to miss out on this inspiring episode.

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Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:29) Introduction

(00:30 - 01:44) What are Lead Measures?

(01:45 - 02:30) Becoming Proactive

(02:31 - 04:58) Tips to Effectively Act on Lead Measures

(04:59 - 05:34) Success Story

(05:35 - 07:33) Small Consistent Actions

(07:34 - 08:05) A Collective Impact

(08:06 - 09:09) Closing

Critical Thinking Feb 27, 2024

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When you think about critical thinking, what's the first thing that pops into your brain? It probably has something to do with analyzing data. This thought process is all too common and can make the action of thinking critically seem out of reach. In today's discussion, learn steps from amazing thought leaders to help you build your critical thinking skills.

Join Dr. Eve Miller, Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education, along with Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Content Creator/Researcher at FranklinCovey Education, and Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education in today's episode. Together, they delve into the different attributes that will help you become a more critical thinker, including emotional regulation, intellectual humility, and active listening. Listen in to grow yourself and share with a friend.

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Learn more about critical thinking here:

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Starring: Dr. Eve Miller, Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Kim Yaris, M.Ed, Content Creator/Researcher at FranklinCovey Education

Dr. Jennifer Chevalier, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:21) Introduction

(00:22 - 05:25) Finding What’s Missing

(05:26 - 07:04) Avoiding Debates

(07:05 - 10:22) The Need for Emotion Regulation

(10:23 - 11:59) Intellectual Humility

(12:00 - 14:27) Shifting the Camera

(14:28 - 17:45) How to Build Critical Thinking

(17:46 - 18:22) Recap and Closing

Finding and Protecting Your Purpose for Leading Feb 20, 2024

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The leaders in our schools are essential to creating an environment where staff and students are able to grow and excel in life. This role that comes with leadership should not be taken lightly and with the right guidance and coaching, it will take you and your organization to new heights as you improve as a leader.

Join us today as host Dustin Odham speaks with Education Speaker, Consultant, & Bestselling Author Principal Kafele. This educational leader returns to the Change Starts Here podcast to discuss the different attributes that make a great leader and the decisions that all leaders must make as they begin their journey into their position. With Kafele’s new book, “The Assistant Principal Identity,” you can learn how to be your authentic self which will in turn help you become a more authentic leader. You won’t want to miss out on this educational powerhouse.

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Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Guest: Principal Kafele, Education Speaker & Consultant, Principal Kafele Consulting, LLC

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 02:07) Introduction

(02:08 - 05:05) Discovering Purpose

(05:06 - 07:22) Helping Teachers Support the Kids

(07:23 - 11:48) Key Attributes in Educational Leaders

(11:49 - 15:33) It’s Just a Part of Leadership

(15:34 - 19:36) Times Get Tougher

(19:37 - 24:37) Culture of Accepting Feedback

(24:38 - 30:17) Fighting Burnout

(30:18 - 35:07) The Assistant Principal Identity

(35:08 - 39:34) Being an Authentic Leader

(39:35 - 43:32) Hearing the Voice Through the Pages

(43:33 - 52:14) Rapid Fire Questions!

(52:15 - 52:36) Closing

Adaptability Feb 13, 2024

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In a constantly evolving world marked by innovation, possessing the skill of adaptability is crucial for every worker, and it's a quality that students should actively cultivate. The capacity to change and adjust to unforeseen circumstances not only enhances your effectiveness as a valuable worker but also contributes to your overall well-being and perspective on life, navigating the inevitable twists and turns it presents.

Join Eve Miller, Ph.D., the Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education, along with Kim Yaris, M.Ed, a Researcher at FranklinCovey Education, and Jennifer Chevalier, Ed.D, the Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education in today's episode. Explore the intricacies of the 5 Steps That Leaders Can Take to Prepare for Change and discover how you can proactively apply these steps to foster adaptability within your organization and team. Don't miss out on this transformative episode that could positively impact your professional and organizational journey.

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Learn more about self-discipline and success here:

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Guest:

Eve Miller, Ph.D., Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Kim Yaris, M.ED, Researcher at FranklinCovey Education

Jennifer Chevalier, ED.D, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:49) Introduction

(00:50 - 02:08) The Importance of Adaptability

(02:09 - 04:27) Equipping Students to Become Adaptable

(04:28 - 04:59) 5 Steps That Leaders Can Take to Prepare for Change

(05:00 - 09:21) Well-being is a Foundational Skill

(09:22 - 17:03) Make Purpose Your North Star

(17:04 - 20:56) Look Through an Adaptability Lens

(20:57 - 23:32) Building Strong Interpersonal Connections

(23:33 - 26:52) Safety in Failure

(26:53 - 27:56) Recap and Closing

Discipline 1: Focusing on the Wildly Important Feb 06, 2024

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Harnessing the potency of goal-setting is a crucial skill for educators. Discover the next step in refining your goals by emphasizing your Wildly Important Goal (W.I.G.). Your W.I.G. serves as a compass, enabling you to maintain focus amidst life's whirlwind and steer your team relentlessly toward what truly matters.

In today’s episode of Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham shares the definition of a W.I.G. and the steps you can take to define your own W.I.G. Not only will you learn how to identify your W.I.G., but you will also be guided on how to keep this goal at the forefront of your operations by setting a clear goal and communicating with your team passionately and frequently.

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If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/

Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 01:38) Introduction

(01:39 - 02:22) Wildly Important Goal

(02:23 - 03:07) Identifying Your W.I.G.

(03:08 - 04:08) The Need for Clarity

(04:09 - 04:54) Communicate Passionately & Frequently

(04:55 - 06:04) Reflecting on Current Goals

(06:05 - 06:28) Wrap-Up and Outro

Self-Discipline Jan 30, 2024

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Individuals in the military serve as exemplary embodiments of what many of us characterize as self-discipline. Self-discipline is the ability to stay focused and do what needs to be done, even when it’s challenging. Naturally, you may be curious about how to draw inspiration from this example and incorporate it into your own life to attain self-control. If that's the case, you've found the right source.

Join Eve Miller, Ph.D., the Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education, along with Kim Yaris, M.Ed, a Researcher at FranklinCovey Education, and Jennifer Chevalier, Ed.D, the Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education in today's episode. These three thought leaders walk through their initial feelings about self-discipline and help define what it is. Dive into the newest research on this topic as they share a few tips and tricks to help you and your students access self-discipline, even when it’s hard.

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Learn more about self-discipline and success here:

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Guests:

Eve Miller, Ph.D., Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Kim Yaris, M.ED, Researcher at FranklinCovey Education

Jennifer Chevalier, ED.D, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:51) Introduction

(00:52 - 05:24) Defining Self-Discipline

(05:25 - 07:14) A Limited Resource

(07:15 - 13:10) Depleting Self-Discipline

(13:11 - 18:10) Getting Into the Neuro Science

(18:11 - 25:05) Getting the Desired Output

(25:06 - 28:34) Setting Students Up to Access Self-Discipline

(28:35 - 35:31) Internal Skills

(35:32 - 35:50) Closing

Change: Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity Jan 23, 2024

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By acknowledging the underlying patterns inherent in all transformations, we empower ourselves to overcome any challenges that may arise. Facing change with an efficient and effective pace allows us to not only reach deadlines but also get the entire team across the finish line and to a better place.

Join us today as Dustin Odham is joined by Marché Pleshette, Author & Consultant. They dive into the topic of change and how leaders can help their teams not only get through it but thrive in it. Marché’s experience with FranklinCovey and her successful coaching career has filled her with a plethora of wisdom that she so graciously shares in this episode. You won’t want to miss this transformative episode.

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Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Guest: Marché Pleshette, Author & Consultant

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 02:36) Introduction

(02:37 - 05:42) Path to FranklinCovey

(05:43 - 06:57) Coaching Through Change

(06:58 - 12:18) The Change Curve

(12:19 - 15:12) Recognizing Which Zone You’re In

(15:13 - 19:51) 5 Common Reactions to Change

(19:52 - 24:44) Change Should Make Things Better

(24:45 - 28:13) Setting an Effective Pace

(28:14 - 30:39) Efficiency and Effectiveness

(30:40 - 34:49) Embracing Ambiguity

(34:50 - 37:59) Multiple Changes at One Time

(38:00 - 42:10) Rapid Fire Questions!

(42:11 - 43:44) Connect with Marché

(43:45 - 44:00) Closing

Time Management Jan 16, 2024

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Mastering time management is no simple task. Many of us turn to planners, self-help books, or apps in an attempt to enhance our time management skills. Acquiring the ability and skill of effective time management can enhance not only your productivity but also the satisfaction derived from your day-to-day activities.

Join Eve Miller, Ph.D., the Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education, along with Kim Yaris, M.ED, a Researcher at FranklinCovey Education, and Jennifer Chevalier, ED.D, the Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education in today's episode. They'll be dispelling common myths about time management and sharing effective strategies to empower students to take control of their time. Discover the significance of time management in executive function, and its impact on crucial cognitive aspects like working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control. Don't miss this insightful episode focused on education!

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Learn more about self discipline and success here:

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Guest(s): Eve Miller, Ph.D., Director of Research at FranklinCovey Education

Kim Yaris, M.ED, Researcher at FranklinCovey Education

Jennifer Chevalier, ED.D, Director of Funding at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 00:28) Introduction

(00:29 - 03:16) Uncontrollable Workloads

(03:17 - 10:16) Time Management Myths

(10:17 - 12:30) Working Memory

(12:31 - 13:11) Cognitive Flexibility

(13:12 - 13:57) Inhibitory Control

(13:58 - 17:41) Managing Time in Academics

(17:42 - 20:36) Developing Time Management Skills

(20:37 - 22:25) Strategies for Managing Time

(22:26 - 23:03) Closing

Being Inspired by the Life You Live Jan 09, 2024

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Living a fulfilling life looks different for everyone. There are many possibilities for how people can live a fruitful life, and the unique story each person has to how they have achieved it is what makes it so special.

In today’s episode of Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham dives into introspective ways of looking at what it really means to live a full life, how that may have a unique meaning for different individuals, and the approaches that can be taken to move in this direction. Sharing some of his own personal challenges and experiences, Dustin offers insights on how we can use the challenges life may present us as opportunities to grow and become stronger.

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If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/

Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 01:00) Introduction

(01:01 - 01:39) One Simple Question

(01:40 - 05:29) Fulfilling your Purpose

(05:30 - 08:16) Living a Full Life

(08:17 - 12:55) Prioritizing Health

(12:56 - 16:24) Embracing and Growing with Challenges

(16:25 - 17:56) Getting Connected

(17:57 - 18:30) Ponder this Question

(18:31 - 19:58) Closing Thoughts

Bonus Episode: The Transformative Power of Coaching Potential Jan 05, 2024

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Discovering potential and showing others their potential is one of the most powerful forms of leadership and coaching that one can be a part of. This allows students and faculty not only to feel empowered by your leadership but also empowered in themselves and to move forward with new confidence.

Join us in today’s episode with Dustin Odham as he dives into the fourth and final of the 4 Essential Roles of Leadership, Coach Potential. Hear Dustin’s own experience in seeing this developed in school districts. This final competency is crucial to obtaining the first three and will allow you to encourage and lead your team in a whole new way.

Click here to get the 4 Essential Roles Competencies Table:

https://pages.franklincovey.com/podcast-downloadable.html

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If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/

Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 01:00) Introduction

(01:01 - 04:01) Coach Potential

(04:02 - 05:46) Environment of Flourishing

(05:47 - 06:27) Attuned to Team Needs

(06:28 - 07:37) Giving Frequent Feedback

(07:38 - 08:20) Key Coaching Skills