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Episode 57: Redefining the Gotcha Game

In this week’s episode Jimmy encourages us to replace the word “gotcha” with “I've got you.”

Episode 56: 4 Ways to Capture and Hold Your Students' Attention

In this episode, Jimmy shares an excerpt from the best-selling book, The Educator's ATLAS by Weston Kieschnick, sharing 4 methods for engaging students in your classroom. 
 
 

Episode 55: Am I a Literacy Leader?

In this episode, Jimmy shares an excerpt from The 6 Literacy Levers by Brad Gustafson, highlighting what it takes to overcome imposter syndrome and become a Literacy Leader in your classroom and school. 

Episode 54: Embrace Your Vulnerability

In this episode, JImmy discusses the impact negative noise can have on us as educators and how we can confront these experiences and take back control by owning our own moments.

Episode 53: Managing Gossip in the Workplace

In this episode, Jimmy shares 10 ways to positively address negative chatter in our workplace to slow down the gossip train and create a healthier culture for everyone. 

Episode 52: The Most Important Word in School Culture...Leadership.

In this episode, Jimmy shares an experience he had on social media where he was challenged to reflect on the impact leadership has on the overall culture of a school.  

Episode 51: Effective Educators Tell the Truth

In this week's episode, Jimmy shares his views on why we must always provide honest feedback when students and staff are not meeting our expectations. As a bonus, he also shares a 4-step Framework to help listeners navigate a critical conversation with staff members who are underperforming. 
 

Episode 50: The Six Drivers of Successful Change

In this latest episode, Jimmy discusses his thoughts on change. Although inevitable, we also should not change for the sake of change. Instead, implementing change should be strategic, transparent, and follow a clear framework - The Six Drivers of Successful Change is one you may want to consider. 
 

Episode 49: Dress Code or No Dress Code? Time to Stop Complaining

Dress codes continue to be a topic of debate in schools across the country. In this episode, Jimmy shares his thoughts on how dress codes can impact a school's culture and why complaining about them won't solve the problem.

Episode 48: Five Benefits of Using Frameworks

In this episode, Jimmy challenges us to think about where we teach and lead from when we walk into our classrooms and schools and shares 5 Benefits of Using a Framework to guide us in our daily work.