The Smart Thinking Podcast

Episode 257: A Conversation with Kelsie Reed and Byron McClure: “What’s Strong With You?” (Reflection & Tactics)

Take a listen to this interview that is filled with amazing ideas and strategies to create optimism around students and even each other. Kelsie and Byron bring the energy and enthusiasm that we all need all the time in the service of children and each other! 
List what’s strong with you.
Describe the assets of the people you serve.
Review what you heard and how you will apply it.
 
Book: Hacking Deficit Thinking: 8 Reframes That Will Change The Way You Think About Strength-Based Practices and Equity In Schools (Hack Learning Series)
 

Episode 256: Your Board of Directors (Reflection and Strategy)

You are a one person organization and you need a Board of Directors. Listen as we discuss a process that allows you to identify, collaborate with, and use a Board to support you, your leadership and those you serve.
List your BOD
Describe the gaps on your board of directors.
Describe how you could use this tool to support others?

Episode 255: An Interview With Tim Clue: A Funny Philosopher

Take a listen to this great discussion between two ADHG (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Gifts) leaders and learners. We promise you'll walk away thinking a lot about our impact as leaders as well as ways in which you can be better for those around you.
"We teach what we most need to learn" Tim quoting someone---- "We teach kids so that we can learn life." Ted being philosophical. 

Episode 254: MLK: The Great Disrupter (Reflection & Strategy)

How do we break age old cycles? Study the lessons of the past and learn how others found success. Dr King: learn, inquire, inspire, and move.
 

Episode 253: The Ultimate Gift Receiver (Tactic & Reflection)

Not everyone is good at receiving the gifts that come from coaching, feedback, or failure -- some are not even good at receiving positive feedback. Take a listen as we explore the behaviors and tools needed to support your own leadership when receiving the gifts from people all around us. 
Identify which receiver you are
Describe how you can apply this mindset and language to support others
List where you can apply this for others

Episode 252: 2023: The Year to be BRAVE (Reflection & Tactic)

This year for your New Year resolution - we want you to be BRAVE:
Buffalo
Resiliently
Always with 
Vigor and 
Everywhere!
Listen as we explain how to confront the people with great negativity and grow your own engagement and happiness! 2023!!!
Describe where you need to be brave
List the opportunities to declare your intent to be brave this year
List others who need to be brave.
 

Episode 251: Books for Leaders & Loved Ones (Tactic)

In this episode Ted shares five books to give to others and/or read yourself over the upcoming winter break or summer break if you're in the southern hemisphere. 
 
Influence in Action, Craig Weber
Blind Spot, Jon Clifton
The Courage to be disliked, Kishimi & Koga
Soundtracks, Jon Acuff
Your New Playlist, Jon, L.E, McRae Acuff
 
 
 

Episode 250: The Wave (Tactic & Reflection)

The power of recognition is incredible. Take a listen as we explore how to support others with a simple strategy. Also, Ted celebrates the 250th episode!
List people you know who could get a boost from recognition
Describe how you feel when you’re recognized.
List what you’ll do today to be more of a camper.

Episode 249: An Interview With Dr. Tim Hodges - Strengths Guy! (Reflection & Tactics)

Dr. Tim Hodges is the Executive Director of the Clifton Strengths Institute and Assistant Professor of Practice in Management at the University of Nebraska. Tim is someone who has a wealth of ideas and is practical in his approach to supporting and leading others. Take a listen to this great conversation and learn a little, laugh a bit, and lead better!
 
Bio and Contact:
Tim Hodges, PhD is the executive director of the Clifton Strengths Institute, professor in the UNL College of Business, and a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach. He works with individuals and teams to maximize their strengths and increase performance, engagement, and well-being in their education, career, and throughout their lives.
Dr. Hodges has enjoyed a 20-year career as a research consultant at Gallup, Inc. His work at Gallup has included leading research projects in strengths development, employee selection and employee engagement with a variety of clients in education and business. Dr. Hodges has delivered hundreds of presentations and written dozens of journal articles, research reports, and academic book chapters.
 
HLH 115730 N 14th StreetLincoln, NE 68588-0405(402) 472-2035hodges@unl.edu

Episode 248: A Giving Thanks Process (Tool)

Be grateful with intention this Thanksgiving. This episode rapidly describes a process tool for your Thanksgiving table. You can also apply the process at work, in the classroom, or at the office.
 
Find the Gratitude placemat here with all the Ted Tools: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1f_Dthgs8jVt_kkPIe0kUc1TIdkqjQF81