Defining Success AND Failure
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Defining Success AND Failure

  Inspired by Nobody Knows What They’re Doing.   Start the year by thinking about what a successful year looks like. You can ask a simple question: what will success…
Disguises & Superpowers
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Disguises & Superpowers

  One of the best (and worst) features of streaming services is the ability to binge watch old TV series. My children have been addicted to the 90’s series Lois &…
A Crossroads
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A Crossroads

  I feel like the educational system is overwhelmed. I’ve noticed shortages in several areas that greatly impact schools. Multiple districts have had trouble getting bus drivers, which leads to…
Common Wisdom
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Common Wisdom

  Don’t simply rely on common wisdom within the classroom. Much of it may be based upon antiquated assumptions, half-truths, or misleading narratives.   Think differently. Avoid the outdated. Learn…
No Set Tracks
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No Set Tracks

  I recently took my kids to a theme park with some very large rollercoasters. It was interesting to watch the dynamic of my children as one of them demonstrated…
Change the Default
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Change the Default

  One of the first things I do when using a new program is review the default settings. The default is designed based on user preferences during beta testing. The…
Shiny Happy People
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Shiny Happy People

  It’s the first day of school, and everyone is at their shiny, happy best.  Everyone is trying to impress. Students, teachers, parents, administrators.  More important than the team building…
No Comment
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No Comment

  Usually in an interview when someone does not want to say something, or wants to avoid answering a specific question, they’ll respond with a simple “no comment.” When working…
Tasks Versus Outcomes
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Tasks Versus Outcomes

  Inspired by the 5AM Miracle Podcast with Jeff Sanders and Guest Megan Hyatt Miller.   Anyone can complete tasks on a regular basis. But the truly productive are able…
Setting the (Uns)Table
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Setting the (Uns)Table

  This time of year is usually about pulling together the final details prior to the start of school. Setting the table usually follows a standard pattern, and can be…