The Smart Thinking Podcast

Episode 247: The Power of Perception (Tactic & Reflection)

Too often we do not understand the world in which we lead and work. Take a listen as we look at how to increase our own understanding of our own world by touring it. 
 
Describe what systems you could tour
List the people that would benefit from seeing the entire system.
Describe where you’ve grown your perception.

Episode 246: Author Craig Weber - Conversational Capacity (Leadership & Tactics)

This is a great discussion on the skills and tools to use to increase your ability to collaborate with others as well as to grow in your willingness to be candid and curious. Listen as we break down all the ways to increase your leadership for yourself and others.
 
Find info here: https://weberconsultinggroup.net/
 
Song: Michael Kameron- Tell me what that says about you
 

Episode 245: Exhaust Insanity with Curiosity (Mindset, Process, & Leadership)

How do we break cycles of arguments or criticism? Get curious. Listen as we explore a strategy to end insane arguments and grow in empathy instead of frustration. 
 
Describe how you can break cycles of insanity through curiosity.
List people you need to apply this process with.
Describe past instances where you would have been successful engaging in curiosity verses simply engaging.

Episode 244: Happy Mistakes: The Art of OFI’s (Reflection and Process)

Failure is a scary word and a natural occurrence. How can we frame it in a playful and reflective way? Well, we quote Bob Ross in an effort to fuel the buffaloes around us! Listen as we explore the best ways to motivate others to find the Opportunities for Improvement (OFI's) all around them!
Describe how you could employ Bob Ross quotes to support others.
List opportunities for improvement, innovation or iteration that Bob could help you tackle.
Describe the people within your life that could use a little boost.

Episode 243: Current State Quiz (Tactic and Reflection)

Tired of never knowing what the moods or behaviors of your students will be? Let's do something about it and get proactive. Take a listen to this strategy to support building a predictable culture for student behaviors and learning. 
 
List who you need to get together in order to get this done.
Describe the processes that need to be created
List the data sets you’d want in order to have leading indicators on the students
 

Episode 242: Emotional Dumping (Parenting, Leading, and Process)

Listen as we discuss the healthy habit of venting verses the unhealthy behavior of emotionally dumping. We'll explore the ways people act and behave when they need support and how to deal with it.
Describe the difference between venting and dumping
List people you serve that would benefit from learning the difference.
Describe how you can support yourself by applying the process discussed.

Episode 241: Re-Interview (Reflection & Process)

Too often negative cultures swallow up good people who've been brought in to be agents of optimism. Take a listen to this process to hear how to approach your new staff or students in an effort to support their success and fuel an engaged culture.
 
Describe your approach for measuring the pulse of the new to culture staff or students.
List the people you need to interview
Analyze your own answers to these questions.
Song: Tennessee by Trent Gaddie

Episode 240: The Power of Pollenating (Reflection and Tactic)

How do you intentionally bring people together to share ideas and perspectives? Find out our approach on this episode about intentional connectedness.
 
Describe how you can bring together others in an effort to grow leaders.
List people that would benefit from coming together to learn and grow.
Describe processes you could employ to challenge your perspectives.
Song: Andrew Hoyt- Can or Can't 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJ9EWH0bzfg

Episode 239: Be Curious By Design (Reflection and Tactic)

Using curiosity and inquiry daily can support expectations. Listen as we discuss how to use questions to create a culture with clear expectations. 
Describe your process to support regular reflection.
List the people in your circles that would benefit from your consistent inquiry.
Describe how you can apply this in your world.
Song: Louise, Lately: Drive 
Empathy Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE9NkJURKQE

Episode 238: Guardian Angels (Reflection & Process)

How do we ensure that all kids are noticed and supported? Be intentional about empowering everyone!
Describe the leaders within your school that would benefit from being empowered.
List the stakeholders in your community that would benefit from a truly holistic approach.
Identify the kids in yours school that would benefit from having a guardian angel like Mr. Taylor.