David Domena, one of the contributors to the new book, What Makes a Great Principal, joins this episode! In the new book, Domena reflects on the impact a great principal had on him. In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, David Domena and George Couros talk about their experiences in education and the process of editing and publishing a book! 

Quotes:

“The Goldilocks effect popped into my mind because she always knew what was just right…” -David Domena Reflecting on a Great Principal


 

Links: 

David Domena X - https://twitter.com/mrdelementary/media 

David Domena YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_EUWzzcs8i_2wSVGnrGCtQ 



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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X




The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

David Domena: The Goldilocks Effect for School Principals - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP26

George Couros kicks this episode off with a reminder that we can control where we are working! The best way to create change in our lives is to initiate it ourselves. With this advice in mind, Couros reflects on 3 tips for getting a new job! If you are interested in this episode, be sure to check out the links below for even more of Couros’ thoughts on this content!


 

Quotes:

“How do I join you to take you to the next level?” - George Couros 


“Let them know you know them…then highlight how you’re going to bring that vision to bring them to that next level.” - George Couros



 

Links: 

Newsletter - https://us12.campaign-archive.com/?u=9381017234135a9c6d5f7419a&id=855f840548 

George Couros Website - https://georgecouros.com/ 

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

3 Tips on Getting a New Job - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP25

You can pick up your copy of "What Makes A Great Principal" here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin

Welcome to the new 5 part series, What Makes a Great Principal with George Couros and Allyson Apsey! In this episode, Couros and Apsey reflect on a few of the thoughts that were shared in the first chapter of the book, What Makes a Great Principal! Apsey elaborates on one of the many ideas shared in this book focusing on what happened when she tossed out the desk chair! The two reflect on the importance of relationships both within and outside of your school communities. To help build a resource for other educators here in the comments, share your thoughts on this question: how do you build important relationships in your school community,  outside of your school community, and with yourself? Be sure to check back next Thursday for another episode of What Makes a Great Principal! 


 

Quotes:

“Remarkably, every time I was away from my office and out and about in the school, I was at the right place at the right time.” - Pillar 1, What Makes a Great Principal
 

Links: 

What Makes a Great Principal (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/What-Makes-Great-Principal-Leadership/dp/1948334739

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #WhatMakesAGreatPrincipal


More at georgecouros.ca and whatmakesagreatprinicipal.com


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

What Makes A Great Principal Pillar 1: Building Relationships In & Out of Community & With Ourselves

Get "What Makes A Great Principal" here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin


In this week’s episode of What Makes a Great Principal, George Couros and Allyson Apsey reflect on a few ideas shared in Pillar 2, Continuous Learner. Couros and Apsey share a few strategies they are using to model how they are continuous learners! 


To be a continuous learner yourself,  reflect on this week’s questions:

What has challenged you? What has been reaffirmed? What will you do moving forward? Post your thoughts to these questions or ask these questions of your staff at your next PD! Be sure to share what you will be doing to move forward with your learning!


 

Quotes:

“We are in the business of learning, and great principals must be continuous learners.” - What Makes a Great Principal, Pillar 2



Links: 

What Makes a Great Principal (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/What-Makes-Great-Principal-Leadership/dp/1948334739 


Allyson Apsey Youtube Chanel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtWXFwbHsGQNAfbnJNRXa4g/videos 

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Learn in a way you would expect from your students - Pillar 2 from #WhatMakesAGreatPrincipal

Get "What Makes a Great Principal" here! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin

George Couros and Allyson Apsey continue this 5-part series with a reflection on the third pillar, Talent Cultivator. Couros and Apsey share a few tweaks that can be made to collaboration to really make it a time to cultivate talent. The two talk in depth about what they learned while writing this book. Be sure to check out next week’s episode on the fourth pillar after taking time to reflect on this week’s question, how do you bring out the strengths in those you serve? Share your ideas in the comments below to help build a resource for educators to utilize. 


 

Quotes:

“Want to cultivate talent? Start with what people are already good at.” - What Makes A Great Principal, Pillar 3



 

Links: 

What Makes a Great Principal (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/What-Makes-Great-Principal-Leadership/dp/1948334739

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Cultivating and Accessing the Talent of Those We Serve - Pillar 3 from #WhatMakesAGreatPrincipal

Get your copy of "What Makes A Great Principal" here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin

George Couros and Allyson Apsey continue this 5-part series with a reflection on the fifth pillar, visionary. In this final episode, Couros and Apsey share what it means to be a visionary and how that relates to leadership. Apsey goes in depth into what she means when she talks about a crystal ball meeting and Couros shares why humility is so important in leadership. The two also drop some insights into why visionary is the final pillar! 

 

Quotes:

““Knowing how to bea great principal is good; humility with that knowledge is great.” - What Makes A Great Principal, Pillar 5



 

Links: 

What Makes a Great Principal (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/What-Makes-Great-Principal-Leadership/dp/1948334739

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Future Goes Last; Being a Visionary Leader - Pillar 5 from #WhatMakesAGreatPrincipal

Get "What Makes a Great Principal" here! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin

George Couros and Allyson Apsey continue this 5-part series with a reflection on the fourth pillar, Resource Maximizer. Couros and Apsey share reflections on the writing process and why this pillar is so important. The two discuss strategies for leveraging time to make it a priority to be in classrooms as much as possible. 


 

Quotes:

“The best way to know about obstacles you can help your teachers overcome is by being in classrooms as often as possible.” - What Makes A Great Principal, Pillar 4



 

Links: 

What Makes a Great Principal (Book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/What-Makes-Great-Principal-Leadership/dp/1948334739

__________________________________________


Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Maximizing Resources in Education  - Pillar 4 from #WhatMakesAGreatPrincipal

In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Tammy Hobson joins George Couros and the two discuss Hobson’s role as an entrepreneur and her experience in education. Hobson brings a wealth of knowledge to this episode and shares some great thoughts abo9ut facilitative leadership. Be sure to check out her newly released website, http://tammyhobson.com/, for more great ideas! 



Quotes:

"It is not your vision; it is the co-created vision.” - Tammy Hobson



"Facilitative leadership is authentically leveraging the team." - Tammy Hobson




 

Links: 

Tammy Hobson LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammy-hobson-8230a7197/ 

George Couros website -  https://georgecouros.com/ 


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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Tammy Hobson: The Impact of Facilitative Leadership - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP33

Welcome to Three Questions on Educators that Inspire with Ann-Marie Foucault! In this episode, the Superintendent St. Michael-Albertville Public School, joins us to share her answers to these questions:


Who is a teacher that inspired you and why? 

Who is an administrator that inspired you and why?  

What advice would you give yourself as a first-year educator?



Quotes:

“Create a culture of learners…don’t worry about the content right now…” - Ann-Marie Foucault



Links: 

Ann-Marie Foucault LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-marie-foucault-6462281b9/

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

3 Questions with Ann-Marie Foucault - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast

You can check out "What Makes A Great Principal" on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin

Welcome to the next episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where George Couros discusses impactful books he has read, focusing on one he co-authored with several other educators, "What Makes a Great Principal." Couros reflects on the challenges faced by educators today, including overwhelming demands and the need for authentic leadership, highlighting the significance of student input in shaping educational practices and the necessity for principals to maintain integrity and transparency.


Quotes:

“Being an authentic leader means leading with honest and sincere intentions while maintaining a high level of integrity.” - Dr. Marcus J. Belin


“To truly transform the educational experience, school leaders must actively involve students in the decision-making process. By creating platforms for student voice, such as student councils, advisory boards, or regular feedback sessions, leaders empower students to contribute their perspectives, ideas, and aspirations. This not only fosters a sense of ownership and engagement but also ensures that decisions are made with a deep understanding of student needs and aspirations.” - Dr. Mary Hemphill


“The point is, it's not what you have when you lead at school. It's what you do with what you have. It's not the plane. It's the pilot.” -Mike Kleba


“If you are considering trying something new in your school, ask the people you serve what they believe is no longer needed. And if the answer is, ‘Well, there is nothing that we are doing currently that we can feasibly get rid of,’ then maybe the answer becomes not to take on that new initiative or idea.” -George Couros




 

Links: 

Books by Allyson Apsey - https://allysonapsey.com/books/ 

What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/What-Makes-Great-Principal-Leadership/dp/1948334739 

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.com


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin


Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X




Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Before you add, subtract. - Revisiting What Makes a Great Principal The #InnovatorsMindset S5 EP48

I am a learner, author, speaker, and sometimes I make podcasts talking about any and all of these things.  One day, I will rap in my podcasts officially making me a SoundCloud rapper.

New tracks tagged #what makes a great principal