Do You Believe The Things You Tell Yourself About Yourself?
Do you believe the things you tell yourself about yourself? Do you make excuses or beat yourself up? Who can help with that?
Sep 16, 2019•6 min
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Planning vs Being Spontaneous
Today Jamal and I talk about good planning, being spontaneous, and a can you BE spontaneous and a good planner?
Sep 13, 2019•19 min
Rick Fox: Reconsider Esports in School
In this re-broadcast, Rick Fox talks about basketball, but also how esports is transcending the sports culture. More importantly, Rick goes into following passion, and why schools need to consider esports as a legitimate sport.
Sep 11, 2019•36 min
My Extra Teacher Pay
I got an unexpected bump in pay today...
Sep 09, 2019•5 min
Teacher Professionalism: A Double Standard?
Are teachers held to a higher standard on ethics? Well, shouldn't we? What about "free speech?" What about making a mistake without it being in the news? What about throwing a tantrum online? Are teachers held to a different standard? Jamal & I discuss.
Sep 06, 2019•21 min
A company with No Name?
Jeremy Brown, of Nameless catering recalls his journey as an entrepreneur, and how he found a smaller community and focus on their needs before he decided to scale up. This episode is full of practical advice that is useful to entrepreneurs, students, and teachers alike.
Sep 04, 2019•29 min
Superman Is Dead
I don't do Super Hero movies... Be you own.
Sep 02, 2019•5 min
Alex Banayan: A Mission That Is Larger Than Yourself
Alex Banayan is the author of "The Third Door," which is a national bestseller. In our first interview he received a massive amount of feedback from students, teachers, and young entrepreneurs. He enjoyed it so much, he asked to return to the show. I jumped at the chance. Alex has always been generous with his time and insights to educators and students. If you are one of those, you will DEFINITELY want to listen and pass this episode along to friends.
Aug 28, 2019•35 min
This Is All Going To Be Funny In A Year... Right?!
Sometimes we need to laugh at ourselves, and say, "this will all be funny in a year..." Right?
Aug 26, 2019•4 min
Your Personal Learning Curve
There is a big learning curve in the first week on the job. Today Jamal has some seriously good insights on how to move forward.
Aug 23, 2019•20 min
One Stone: Empowering Youth
"One Stone is a student-led and -directed nonprofit that makes students better leaders and the world a better place. Our program empowers high school students to learn and practice 21st century skills through experiential service, innovative initiatives, social entrepreneurship, and the radical reinvention of learning." This week we talk with Caitlyn Scales, Director of Strategy and Development. We talk about One Stone, and how it has branched out into four different eco systems to impact studen...
Aug 21, 2019•31 min
My Petty Jealousy
I am on an inward journey, and I realized that a person that I disliked had nothing to do with him, and everything to do with my petty jealousy's. Thank you Don Henley for the inspiration: "There are people in your life Who've come and gone They let you downY ou know they've hurt your pride You better put it all behind you baby 'Cause life goes on You keep carryin' that anger It'll eat you up inside baby"
Aug 19, 2019•5 min
Crucial Conversations: Talking Race, Inclusion without Being Toxic
Today Jamal & I talk about Twitter spats on race, inclusion & equity without being toxic. We also discuss how educators can learn & not further divide.
Aug 16, 2019•19 min
This School Year, Try Deep Breathing
This year, try some deep breathing exercises in class.
Aug 12, 2019•28 min
Stand Up For Kids To Learn
Derek Lopez (@standupourkids on Twitter) is on a mission to get more standing desks into the classroom. With data to back his point, Derek has emptied out his retirement fund to pursue his mission. Today Jamal and I dive deep into Derek's mission and how it all started. Enjoy!
Aug 09, 2019•28 min
Polarizing Times Need Open Dialogue
This past week has been brutal for our nation. We need to heal, but healing often needs compassion, understanding. A lot of shouting, not enough listening.
Aug 05, 2019•7 min
3Dux: Starting a Business As a Family Project
3Dux started off as an idea, turned prototype, turned success... as a family. Listen how Marci Klein, a pediatrician, helped her daughter launch a business. This episode will inspire ANY family on to take action on ideas, and the joys of entrepreneurship. You can find their products at: www.3duxdesign.com Follow them on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/3duxdesign/
Jul 31, 2019•28 min
Young Entrepreneur Spotlight
Each Monday we will spotlight a young entrepreneur on the show. PLEASE nominate a student entrepreneur by either tagging me on Twitter @donwettrick, or simply use the #STARTedUP. Today we are featuring: https://milliemabel.com/ Our student Lillian has been selling online for almost a year now, and her sales are quite impressive! If you want to support this awesome young lady, please visit her website!
Jul 29, 2019•5 min
Teaching "on pace" vs Teaching "your style." A Principals Perspective
What is a principal to do when a teacher doesn't want to teach like the others? Should we teach at the same pace? Is the data important? A great discussion with a Principal- Jamal!
Jul 26, 2019•20 min
Jennifer Kushell: Exploring Your Potential
Bio: Jennifer Kushell, CEO and founder of Young & Successful Media and YSN.com, has been on a mission to impact the lives and futures of young people globally for two decades. Kushell sculpts groundbreaking campaigns around youth empowerment, employment and entrepreneurship, bringing educational, government and corporate stakeholders together to impact millions. Such programs have included the 100 country Subway Global Challenge and the International Franchise Association’s NextGen in Franch...
Jul 24, 2019•31 min
Why High School Students Should Be on LinkedIn NOW
Students need to be on social media more? Well, maybe. Having a mission that matters, coupled with a LinkedIn account is a recipe for success. Take a listen:
Jul 22, 2019•6 min
First Year Teacher Advice
Jamal & I go over some first year teacher. We also reminisce a little on our first year teaching experiences.
Jul 19, 2019•24 min
Brandon Warren: WeLive To End Youth Violence
After losing a friend to gun violence in May of 2017, Brandon was forced into the spotlight early at the age of 17. Soon after his friend's death, Brandon founded his own nonprofit, We LIVE Incorporated. In the midst of two years, Brandon was awarded many state and national accolades. Now 19 years of age and a current Finance major at Ball State University, Brandon has most recently published his first ever book, B Inspired, ultimately enhancing his voice and spreading a much larger message. His...
Jul 17, 2019•32 min
Summer Discipline
How do you stay on track during the summer?
Jul 14, 2019•5 min
Crucial Conversations: When is teacher/principal conflict healthy?
Don (a teacher) talks with Jamal (a principal) and talks about teacher/principal conflict... and teacher gossip, and improving culture.
Jul 12, 2019•23 min
Zack Friedman- The Lemonade Life
"Zack Friedman has inspired millions with his powerful insights, including more than fourteen million who have read his advice in Forbes. In his groundbreaking new book, The Lemonade Life, Friedman starts with a fundamental question: What drives success? It’s not only hard work, talent, and skill. The most successful people have one thing in common, the power to flip five internal “switches.” We all have these five switches, and when activated, they are the secret to fuel success, create happine...
Jul 10, 2019•37 min
Leaving A Good Paying Job To Pursue Happiness?
If you are thinking about switching careers, I want you to play to this strength:
Jul 08, 2019•7 min
Just Some Teachers Trying to Lose Weight. Wanna Join Us?
So Jamal were talking about heath & shared with him that I was losing weight by betting against myself. I've done HealthyWage.com two other times. It was simple- I put up my own money, lose weight, and not only win my money back, but 30% more. In fact, if you use this code, YOU will get a $40 bonus added to YOUR bet, but my nonprofit will also get $40... if you lose the weight! So... want to join us? You have 6 months to lose it, and our group will help you keep accountable. https://hwage.co...
Jul 05, 2019•21 min
Harbor Freight Tools For Schools: Supporting Skilled Trades in our Schools
Harbor Freight has a program called "Tools for Schools," because they felt that too many schools were overlooking a VERY important aspect in our educational system: skilled trades. On today's episode, I talked with Tae Kang of Harbor Freight's Tools For Schools. I strongly encourage you to go to their website and see what they offer in prizes and how it impacts not only the school, but the community. https://harborfreighttoolsforschools.org/
Jul 03, 2019•33 min
Charles Barkley And Golf
Double down on what you are good at... not what you hate.
Jul 01, 2019•4 min
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