The Interview Chair

Episode 27: Learning For Our Staff and Colleagues

This is Part 2 of the Summer Leadership Series on Learning. In this episode, Jimmy reminds listeners of the importance of Learning For Our Staff and Colleagues, especially if we want to avoid the pitfalls of professional isolation and resentment. 
 
Show Notes

Episode 26: Learning About Our Staff and Colleagues

This episode is the first of a 3-Part Summer Series and serves as a follow-up to last week's initial launch on the topic of Learning. I hope you enjoy this episode on Learning About Our Staff and Colleagues.

Episode 25: Learning For and With Others

This episode is the introduction to a 3 Part Summer Series on Learning. In this podcast series, Jimmy focuses on the importance of being a learner - specifically what it means to Learn About, Learn For and Learn From our staff and colleagues.

Episode 24: An Educator’s Golden Rule

What if we were to twist the Golden Rule just a bit, moving from treating others as we would want to be treated to treating others as they would want to be treated? In this episode, Jimmy reminds us to reflect on how we treat others in our organization so they learn to trust us rather than resent us.
 

Episode 23: Whose Banner Are You Carrying?

In this week's episode of the Interview Chair, Jimmy shares his insight into what it means to Carry the Banner for your students, staff, and school community and moreover, what are people saying about their experience from their interactions with us after they leave our classrooms, offices, and campuses. 

Episode 22: How We Respond Is Our Choice

Too often we find ourselves frustrated with those who tend to complain more than others. In this episode, Jimmy shares 4 steps that he believes will help you avoid potential negative undercurrents and achieve a better result. 

Episode 21: Responding to Student Behaviors

In this episode, Jimmy reminds us that student misbehavior is a form of communication and information. We know that layered beneath a story is always another story ready to be told and the information from these stories can help us determine what a student is feeling and what it is they are truly trying to communicate.

Episode 20: Ditch Those Anonymous Surveys

In this episode, I share my thoughts on what I believe to be one of the biggest culture killers on school campuses across the country - the Anonymous Survey. Listen to hear my thoughts on how we can get better results and cultivate a healthier culture through face-to-face interviews. 
 
Eyes On Culture Survey

Episode 19: Addressing Underperformance

May is often the month when summative evaluations are given to staff. This can be challenging when we must address staff not meeting our expectations. If you find these moments contentious, then maybe following a more effective process will help.  In this episode, Jimmy shares 12 Ways to Address Underperformance. 

Episode 18: Building Community

Every time we bring a group of people together, it is an opportunity to build community. Human connection is critical in our work as educators if we aspire to create a sense of belonging for every school community member. In this episode, I share my perspective on why building a community should be intentional and provide practical examples of how we can do this. 
 
12 Ways To Build A Community