Teach On, Teach Strong: Recent Episodes
Katie | Teachers Resource Force
The Teach On, Teach Strong Podcast is just for teachers, as we explore the following 3P's of teaching:
➡ Productivity ➡ Personal development ➡ Pedagogy
...to help you succeed in teaching so you can fulfil your potential and keep making a difference in the lives of young children.
OK so this is the teacher dream, right? Doing what the rest of the world thinks teachers do - working contract hours?! It’s almost laughable as any teacher knows that is virtually impossible if you want to do a decent job… Well, believe it or not, there are habits you can adopt that will actually help you get closer to this goal of leaving teaching at school. I recorded some “podblog” episodes where I recorded my efforts to try different strategies to try and get as much work done during the school day so that I could actually adopt some self-care and have a life when I got home. After much trial and error, in this episode I share some of the best habits I adopted that helped me get that bit closer to working contract hours as a teacher!
Resources mentioned in this episode: 💻 Free tiny task teacher checklist: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/p3a3c0
Podcast episodes mentioned in this episode: 1. Reduce teacher overload and get it all done: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/reduce-overload-and-get-it-all-done-ep142 2. How to stop thinking about school when you're not at school: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/how-to-s140 3. How to deal with an overflowing teacher workload: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/125
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If you're looking for some random but effective tips to help you be much more productive during the school day and get more done so there's less you have to do in your free time, then this episode is for you!
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As your technology collection continues to grow as you teach remotely from home and school, you have likely had to have a bit of a revamp to accommodate the increased use. These are some of my most favourite technology home/school office supplies from Amazon that I have purchased this past year that have made my life so much easier!
Products mentioned in this episode: 1. Blue light glasses: Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/3uT98K2 Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3ydbplk
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Bluetooth keyboard: Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/3bxaVNq Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3eV90nO
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Computer stand: Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/3tQJNiE Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3orpAPk
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Phone boom stand: Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/33PThjw Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/2S3MZtQ
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Wireless earbuds: Amazon USA (similar): https://amzn.to/3yi393F Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/33Uiw4q
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Ergonomic computer mouse: Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/3eWOUJT Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3hA3oRQ
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Are you a teacher feeling overwhelmed with all the things to do in your life? Overwhelm is a result of your brain being overly efficient trying to keep your to do list front of mind. While that's all very nice, it does not a happy teacher make. It leaves you feeling frazzled, stressed and overwhelmed! Listen to this episode to learn the ultimate 3 step system to organize your life and reduce overwhelm!
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Kindness is more important now than ever, as we are adapting to a new way of living; teaching and learning is even more challenging than it usually is. Schools around the globe are having to adapt to online, hybrid learning or face-to-face learning while dealing with all the uncertainty, fear and devastation that comes with a pandemic. It is crucial that we do our best to nurture a culture of kindness in schools. Listen to this episode to learn some ideas but how to do this in your virtual online, hybrid or face-to-face classroom!
Resources mentioned in this episode: 💻 Printable Colouring Compliment notes: ➡️ Download from TpT ➡️ Download from TRF
💻 Digital Colouring Compliment notes: ➡️ Download from TpT ➡️ Download from TRF
💻 Free Printable Colouring Compliment notes: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/freecomplimentnotes.html
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As students spend more and more time on asynchronous activities and learning remotely, it is becoming extra challenging to keep them on their toes and exposed to new and fresh websites to keep remote/hybrid learning interesting. If left to their own devices too much, we know what they will likely revert to (ahem TikTok, video games…) Well this episode is about how to utilize some wonderful underrated websites out there that will help make your life easier as you teach in a virtual or hybrid classroom!
Websites mentioned in this episode: 1. https://www.slidesmania.com 2. https://app.classroomscreen.com 3. https://www.classkick.com 4. https://www.wheelofnames.com 5. https://www.whiteboard.chat 6. https://www.dailymorningmeetings.com 7. https://www.lifeat.io
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Are you frustrated that your students are not completing their assignments right now as you navigate the world of online or hybrid learning? Maybe they’re not engaging in your lessons? You can’t monitor what they’re doing as they learn from home, and can’t offer the same amount of support you would “pre-COVID”. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Listen in to learn ways in which you can help motivate and engage your students during these challenging times of online/hybrid learning.
Resources mentioned in this episode: 💻 Goal Setting Journal and PowerPoint: ➡️ Download from TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Distance-Learning-Goal-Setting-Journal-Digital-Printable-PowerPoint-Lesson-4254515?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Goal%20setting%20journal ➡️ Download from TRF: https://shop.trf.one/product/goal-setting/
💻 Google Forms Wellbeing Check-Ins: ➡️ Download from TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Distance-Learning-Well-Being-Check-In-Google-Forms-morning-and-afternoon-meeting-5344857?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Google%20Form%20Wellbeing%20Check%20Ins ➡️ Download from TRF: https://shop.trf.one/product/check-in-forms/
💻 Digital Reward Coupons: ➡️ Download from TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Distance-Learning-Digital-Rewards-Coupons-for-Big-Kids-that-are-free-treats-6050168?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Distance%20learning%20reward%20coupons ➡️ Download from TRF: https://shop.trf.one/product/distance-learning-rewards/
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Morning meetings 🌅 (a.k.a. tutor time / form time / advisory / guidance period - it has many names!) is an extremely powerful way to start the school day with your students. It sets your students off on the right foot. It gives them a routine that is safe and predictable, whilst still being something exciting to look forward to, when done right. Establishing a powerful morning meeting is easy to do and doesn't need hours of prep, if you know where to look! I hope you enjoy these tips for an effective morning meeting with your big kids!
Resources mentioned in this episode: 💻 Daily Morning Meeting Freebie: https://shop.trf.one/product/daily-morning-meeting-ppt-free/ ➡️ Daily Morning Meeting Full Year Pack (TpT): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Distance-Learning-Daily-Morning-Meeting-Messages-Digital-Activities-1-YEAR-4710600?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Daily%20Morning%20Meetings ➡️ Daily Morning Meeting Full Year Pack (TRF): https://shop.trf.one/product/daily-morning-meetings
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Are you looking to assign your students or children virtual digital online colouring pages? Do you want your students to be creative and artistic without all the mess and resources that go with it? Then check out these new digital online colouring pages for kids that are ready to use without any software or special devices required! They will work on any computer, tablet or phone, providing it has access to the internet! Children can colour in on-screen, exactly as they would on paper, by using their finger or a stylus! They can even download and print their pages once done if you want to display their work in the classroom, at home or on their computer. Check out the links below for ways to access these digital online virtual colouring pages:
Resources mentioned in this episode: 💻 www.web-decks.com 💻 shop.TRF.one: https://shop.trf.one/product-category/digital-colouring
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Are you looking for an educational virtual novel to assign your grade 3-11 students that offers a thrilling challenge while still being extremely enjoyable and engaging? It can be challenging to keep virtual and hybrid students engaged during distance learning. It feels as though they have seen it all at this point! If you are looking for new fun virtual games for kids which are something new and fresh to offer your students that will keep them engaged, entertained, educated and excited, (eeee!) then you will love these virtual multipath escape rooms for kids!
Resources mentioned in this episode: 💻 Pick a Path Escape Rooms: ➡️ TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Teachers-Resource-Force/Search:%22pick+a+path%22 ➡️ TRF: https://shop.trf.one/search/pick-a-path/
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If you find yourself feeling anxiety as a teacher and are looking for an effective tool to navigate your way through it, you may find journaling might help. In this episode I talk you through my own experiences of journaling every day and what impact it has had on me, and how it might help you too!
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Are you a teacher who is looking for virtual morning meeting greetings as you teach in-person, virtually or hybrid? Do you need:
- to settle your students at the start of the day with morning messages?
- a consistent and fun morning routine in your classroom?
- morning meeting share questions encourage your students to have meaningful conversations or writing prompts?
- an effective morning check in to connect with your students and attend to their social-emotional needs?
Then these virtual, hybrid and in-person morning meeting activities are all you need!
Resources mentioned in this episode: 💻 www.DailyMorningMeetings.com
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Hello! I'm back today with another episode all about the popular buzzword "asynchronous"! Love it or hate it, it's here and it's part of education as we know it.
Asynchronous learning is when you post your teaching material online for your virtual or hybrid students to self-study, which allows them to learn on their own schedule and at their own pace. In this episode, you will learn the benefits of asynchronous learning, some creative ideas for asynchronous activities that you can do in your hybrid/blended and distance learning classroom, as well as how to deliver effective morning meetings with asynchronous learning.
Resources mentioned in this video: 💻 DailyMorningMeetings.com: https://www.dailymorningmeetings.com 💻 Web-Decks.com: https://www.web-decks.com 💻 Pick a Path Escape Rooms: ➡️ TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Teachers-Resource-Force/Search:%22pick+a+path%22 ➡️ TRF: https://shop.trf.one/search/pick-a-path/
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What do you do when your students have finished their distance learning tasks? Remote learning can be challenging as you try to ensure all your students are learning, progressing and occupied. It can be difficult to find suitable and fun virtual learning activities to issue as extension work for your early finishers. In this video, you will find 5 creative ideas for your early finishers during a distance, hybrid or blended learning classroom!
The 5 sites mentioned in this video: 1. https://www.web-decks.com 2. https://www.virtualvacation.us 3. https://www.radio.garden 4. https://www.freerice.com 5. https://www.duolingo.com
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Oh hey... so I'm back!? It has been well over a year... eek... but here I am again! I explain where I've been and what the future of the Teach On, Teach Strong podcast might look like.
This episode is all about how to make a teacher staff meeting awesome! Are you running a teacher staff meeting? Do you want to make sure your teacher staff meeting is awesome and teachers find it valuable and enjoyable? These tips will help you do it 👍
Resources mentioned in this video: 💻 99 This or That Slides for Teachers: ➡️ Download from TpT: https://tinyurl.com/tot4teachers ➡️ Download from TRF: https://shop.trf.one/product/this-or-that-for-teachers
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Hello there, long time no speak! I hope you're keeping safe as the world turns upside down.
If you're dealing with school closures or that decision is imminent, you're likely to need to start looking at remote learning if you've not already.
If you're feeling overwhelmed with all the options and generous freebies being offered to you and you don't know where to start, this episode will help you put it all into perspective and direct you in the best way forward for the short and long term!
For all links mentioned, check out: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/145
You know how it is... you see the dreaded "unread" emails tab that has now crept up to 3 digits... You wonder how you will ever catch up and feel concerned over the emails you haven't yet seen and probably might never see, considering the time it's going to take to get through them all...
Now imagine this: when you open up your email inbox, there are only a few items in there. Every time you close your email, your inbox is always at 0. Always. You know exactly which emails you need to take action on, which you need to read, which you are waiting on someone else to reply as well as able to access those important ones you need to see all year round.
My friends, this is not just a dream. I am doing this. I found the secret formula! I am now 100% on top of all my emails 100% of the time! It's so easy when you know how and I am going to teach you. Tune into today's episode to learn my secret formula to taking control of your email inbox, once and for all!
For links and more, check out: www.teachonteachstrong.com
Why do we let ourselves feel guilty for "taking time off work"? It's our weekend or evenings, we should be taking them off anyway! This episode is a pep talk to remind you that you don't need to feel guilty as well as some strategies and tips to help you take some well deserved time off on the weekends and evenings. There will always be more to do and there will always be judgements from others. So definitely don't let even the most important person's opinion (yours!) make you feel guilty for actually having a life!
For links and more, go to: www.teachonteachstrong.com
I'm back to school and the reality has hit! There is always so much to do at the beginning of the school year that I found myself feeling overwhelmed... So I stopped and reflected on what I could do to reduce these feelings and still do all the things I need to get done.
Join me in today's episode where I share a journey with you on a new strategy I have discovered. I share how it is working out for me over a week's period via pod-vlog entries as I drive to and from work and you will hear the ups and the downs and how this really works for teachers!
This method has revolutionised how I get things done while still remaining sane, I hope you try it out and that it helps you too.
For more, check out: www.teachonteachstrong.com
Oh hey, I'm back! I hope you had a restful break if you were off and that you're raring to go this school year!
This episode is all about the secret to well-being for teachers. "Well-being" has become a bit of a buzz word recently, but in some cases the true essence has been watered down to basic advice like "have a bubble bath and drink wine" that isn't actually helpful...
In fact, well-being is so much more than just unwinding at the end of the day. In this episode you will learn what well-being really is and you'll gain actionable tips for how you can take control to maintain a positive well-being this school year!
This is lesson 1 of a brand new pod-course on the topic well-being for teachers. The rest of the lessons will be launched every week elsewhere. If you want to access all 7 lessons for free and you're here before August 25th 2019, you can sign up here:
courses.TRF.one/TOTS
It's so important to switch off when we get home from school. If you keep thinking about school and working on lessons and grading long after you leave the building, eventually you will get less and less productive, inspired or enthusiastic as the years go on. You get burned out. You don't let yourself switch off or reignite your passion for teaching.
I've been on a quest to tackle this recently, so follow along with me as I take you on a vlog style journey where I record my experiences, struggles and triumphs as I aim to switch off from teaching when I leave school!
For more links and information, check out: www.teachonteachstrong.com
What do you do when you're in that weird transition phase of knowing it's time for you to leave your current job but you've not got secured your next one yet? You've mentally and emotionally checked out but physically you're stuck! In this episode you will learn how to use your current position to your advantage to help catapult you to the next level, while maintaining your integrity and doing right by everyone!
For all links mentioned, check out: www.teachonteachstrong.com
In a recent poll I saw of online what teachers feel they cannot live without, teacher besties was right up there at the top. While I see why, another part of me couldn't help but think about all those teachers who haven't found their teacher BFF and how they must be feeling seeing this feedback. In today's episode, I aim to balance out the cosmos and offer you some huge perks to NOT having a teacher bestie at school! #controversial
For all links mentioned, check out: www.teachonteachstrong.com
Ending the school year on a positive note is a tricky art form. Many teachers go nuts with the games and sweet treats but that gets students all riled up and hyper! Many teachers love a countdown but that can get students feeling anxious or in a hurry to leave and get out of this "hell hole". So how do you end the school year on a positive note? How do you encourage your students to be reflective and bond as a class? Listen to this episode to learn how!
For all links mentioned, check out: www.teachonteachstrong.com
As I wrap up my 13th year of teaching, I wanted to share 13 lessons I have learned so far! Make sure you share your own top tips in the comments section here: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/136
A lot of us teachers can relate to the internal struggle of taking sick days. Many of us have big issues around knowing that there is so much we are responsible for and not wanting to let our classes down or have colleagues have to cover our lessons. It’s during times like these when we realise just how important we are and how much lies on our shoulders! Sometimes though, it’s not healthy to push yourself to go in and this episode will give you the pep talk that you, and I, need to do what is best.
For all links mentioned, go to: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/135
Behaviour management is a tricky business. It's not something anyone truly prepares us for when we're training, and there is no guaranteed strategy or formula that will work every time. However, in my 13 years of experience including working in an extremely challenging London school for the first half of my career, I have determined some fundamental codes of conduct that I stick to regarding behaviour management that I really believe make a difference.
For all links mentioned, go to: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/134
Admittedly we probably don’t spend much time at our desks during the school day, but once the kids leave, we still have a lot of work to do. Somehow we need to find the motivation to knuckle down and get productive, be that in lesson planning, grading / marking, going through emails etc.
In order to get that stuff done, be it at school or once we get home, it’s important to have a motivational and inspiring work space - it makes all the difference! So listen to today's episode to learn 6 ways that you can make your teacher desk or work space more motivational and inspiring.
For all links mentioned, go to: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/133
One of the wonderful things about teaching, is that effectively we are our own CEOs of our classroom or lessons. We’re the boss. We decide how to run it. And like all CEOs, we develop and improve when we reflect on our practice.
So I have developed a 4 step process that I try to do on a regular basis, that will challenge you to ask specific questions in order to help you improve your practice in order to help you become an even better teacher!
Since doing these meetings, I have got my lunchtimes back, had more patience, tackled projects I have been putting on and am working towards my goals every day. Listen to today's episode to learn how you too can hold these effective CEO dates with yourself!
For all links mentioned, go to: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/132
Staying organised as a teacher can be exceptionally hard. We have so many responsibilities and hats to wear, unpredictable events happen and so many deadlines to keep on top of! In this episode, you will learn a range of different ways you can organise your teacher life in just 10 minutes!
For all links mentioned, go to: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/131
Job hunting is a two way street. Sure, you want to make sure you're impressing the school and are showing them you're perfect for the role, but you also want to know you're applying for a school that is right for you to be working in. After gaining more experience in my career, I soon learned what kind of culture I'd like to work in and staff morale plays a significant role in this. Listen to today's episode to learn my top signs to look for to determine staff morale when applying for jobs.
For all links mentioned, go to: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/130
Have you noticed the rise of the teacherlebrity (teacher "celebrity"), particularly on Instagram over the past few years? There is so much amazing content being shared online that is so inspirational, but I've also noticed that it's having a detrimental effect on some new teachers in particular. In this episode I share with you my thoughts on this new phenomenon and tips on mindset to keep ourselves grounded.
Find the show notes here: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/129
Differentiation: it's a crucial element of teaching to ensure all your students are able to access your lessons. However, it can be incredibly time consuming to adjust your lesson in multiple ways buy creating a range of resources, printing on rainbow paper, a variety of fonts... You just don't have that kind of time but you also don't want to let your students down; herein lies the catch 22 situation!
In this episode, you will learn some ways that you can differentiate for your students "off the cuff" while teaching and how you can rethink ways to plan your lessons that automatically differentiate for the varying needs in your classroom, saving you time and #teacherguilt!
For all links mentioned and more information, check out: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/128
We all have those days as teachers when we're just not feeling it. We know we have so much to do but just can't get motivated! In today's episode you will learn some secret tricks to help you eliminate as much resistance as possible to help you get done what you need to get done, and keep going!
For more information and all links mentioned, check out: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/127
So Spring is here and that means it's a perfect time to start some Spring cleaning! This is a great time for fresh starts and brightening up your surroundings so today's episode is all about decluttering - the teacher edition!
A cluttered space is a cluttered mind. Your brain is always trying to make sense of the world around it. The more clutter you see, the harder your brain is having to work to decipher what is important. That is going to mentally exhaust you.
You're also likely to be wasting so much precious time if you're surrounded by clutter as you’re going have to make your brain work twice as hard to rummage through all the unnecessary things around you to find what you’re looking for!
Listen to this episode to learn how you can take practical steps to start decluttering your space, whether that's a classroom, a desk, a cupboard, a trolley or just a bag - start getting rid of your clutter today and save yourself time and mental exhaustion.
Recently I’ve been tackling a lot of the commonly asked questions on from a survey I sent out to my email subscribers a few weeks ago - this one was the highest requested with over 70% of you relating to the problem of dealing with an overflowing workload.
I hear you, I’m there with you and an overflowing workload is something all of us have to deal with. There are many factors that can affect workload including what stage of your career you are in, what kind of school you’re in, how long you’ve been there etc.
But something that can help is to consider that perhaps it's not all about the load but how you carry it? I know that quote can cause feelings of discomfort as it forces us to take some responsibility instead of just moaning about how things are, but I‘ve found there is some truth to it and in this episode you will learn some secret skills I use to help manage an overflowing workload!
For all links mentioned and more information, check out: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/125
One of the biggest complaints us teachers have, is feeling like we don't have enough time to get our job done. I get it, I’m there too. It is phenomenal how much we are expected to do in one day, not including teaching the kids…!? In this episode you will learn some practical ideas for how you can make small changes that will help you feel like you can find the time to fit more in your day!
For all links mentioned and more information, check out: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/124
Job hunting can be tough! Maybe you've been looking and trying for a long time and you're getting frustrated. Maybe you're starting to wonder why you're even bothering anymore and you should just accept that this is the best you can do.
If that sounds like you - wait! I believe anything is possible and you deserve your dream teaching job. It could be that just with some minor adjustments you could ace your next interview. Listen in to today's episode to see whether you may be sabotaging your own job hunt by doing 6 of these common mistakes and learn how you can correct them!
For all links mentioned and more information, check out: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/123
Ever wanted to know the secret to a more alert mind? What about how you can ensure you are able to do your job as a teacher and still have time to handle all the unexpected things that will undoubtedly come your way during the day? What about how to get your regular tasks as a teacher done faster and more effectively? The answer is this: it's all about routines.
The routines you have in place (and you have them already whether you realise it or not) will either serve you or hinder you. In this episode, you will learn the ideal before and after school routines that will help you reduce decision fatigue, systemize your tasks, help you feel prepared, leave wiggle room for any surprises and have a productive day!
For links mentioned and more information, go to: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/122
How you start your day as a teacher determines how the rest of your day goes. Goes without saying right? Yet why is it that so many people start their day in a frantic panic with last minute rushing around feeling stressed and wonder why the rest of their day follows suit?!
Over the past year or so, I've been on a personal journey of experimenting with the best morning routine to start my day as a teacher. After many trials, I have finally found something that is making a significant difference! When I complete this morning routine, I feel calm, relaxed, energized, centered, focused and nourished in mind, body and soul. Genuinely.
I promise it is not as fluffy as it sounds - this routine is practical and amazing for your wellbeing. Listen to today's episode to learn what you can do to start your day in the best possible way you can so you can continue to teach on and teach strong every day!
For all links mentioned and further information, go to: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/121
Is there such thing as a toxic work environment? I think we can all agree that's a definite yes... How do you know when your school is toxic? Is the same school toxic for everyone in it or do some people thrive where others might wilt? We discuss all this and more in this episode titled "how to know when it's time to teach in another school"!
Sometimes many teachers get "stuck" working in the same place. Maybe it's fear that prevents them from leaving or maybe they can't find employment elsewhere yet. But what can happen after a while, is they start to believe that this is just how teaching is and that's that. But I don't want you to fall in this trap! Not all schools are the same and it is important you work in an environment in which you can thrive and be the teacher you have always wanted to be. The right school is out there for you, you just need to take the first step and identify what that looks like. In this episode we discuss how you can start to do that and take the right steps to get you there.
More all links and more information, check out: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/120
Going for the next step in your teaching career can be scary! Not to mention "impostor syndrome" is real and can confuse our self-belief of knowing if we are really ready for promotion or not. To help you clarify whether you're just in a "funk" or whether there are other reasons for you feeling antsy, frustrated or jaded in your teaching career right now, listen to this episode to learn 5 signs that you're ready for a teaching promotion!
For links mentioned and other information, go to: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/119
Hands up if you want to know some simple ways you can stop overworking your already exhausted brain! In this episode, you will learn some powerful and effective ways to reduce the amount of unnecessary things your brain has to process, leaving you feeling calmer, more rested and more able to focus on the more important things to get your job done.
For more information and links mentioned in this episode, check out teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/118
Teaching is hard, that’s for sure. But there are some people who find so much of the job a struggle. If that sounds like you, fear not as I have a reason why and a fun idea for how to resolve it!
For links mentioned and more information, check out teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/117
What makes you a successful teacher, all comes down to the habits that you consistently do. Habits can be the making of you or the breaking of you, so make an effort to choose the right ones. Listen to today's episode to learn 20 habits of highly successful teachers - see which ones you already do and gain some ideas for habits you want to pick up this year!
For all links mentioned in this episode, check out: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/116
Happy 2019! We made it to a brand new year with lots of brand new opportunities ahead of us. If you've taken the time to reflect on what you want for this upcoming year, I am willing to bet that being happy is up there on your list. After all, isn't that what all our goals are ultimately hopefully leading us to anyway? Fortunately you don't have to wait until the end of 2019 to achieve happiness - you can be happy in an instant with these 5 ideas you will learn in this episode!
For all links mentioned in this episode, check out www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/115
Hooray, we made it to the end of the year! As we wrap up 2018, you're probably doing what most people do and are thinking about what you want for 2019. Unfortunately, the other thing most people also do is either vaguely dream, or at best, set goals without too much thought or without a strategy and then wonder why those goals don't get stuck to beyond January! It's not your fault - it's because you've never used a proper strategy for setting and working towards these goals.
I know you want to live your best life and now you can with this ultimate simple 6 step strategy for setting goals. Listen to this episode to learn how you can set the best goals for 2019!
For all links mentioned in this episode, visit: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/114
The end of 2018 is in sight and teachers around the world are exhausted and so ready to crash! But before you do, in order to end the year on a high and make sure you are in a strong position when you go back to school in January, there are some things you can do. Listen to this episode to hear 5 things you can do this week to end 2018 on a high!
You know those moments when you feel like you just can't teach another day? Everything just starts feeling a bit much and you don't know how to keep going. You're not alone! In this episode I talk you through how to work through days like this with one quick but powerful mindset shift, so you can continue to teach on and teach strong every day!
For all links, visit: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/112
In the Teach On, Teach Strong podcast, you've heard some truth bombs about the myths around 'burnout' and 'work / life balance' and how we're setting ourselves up for failure by using and believing these terms. This episode is another hard hitting episode, all about the issues with 'time management'. You can't manage time, you can only manage yourself. Listen to this episode to learn how you can take back control and get on top of your teacher life!
For all links mentioned in this episode, check out: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/111
Grading is a teacher's biggest time suck, but it's a task that is absolutely fundamental to being an effective teacher so it just has to get done! Fortunately in this day and age, technology can be a wonderful aid to help us speed this process along quite significantly. In this episode, you will learn some of top tips with how to speed up your grading and data analysis using technology!
For links and further information go to: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/110
Happy thanksgiving! This is the third and final part of the teacher gratitude challenge. Up to this point we've been looking inside ourselves to be thankful for our own teacher lives, but in this episode we delve into how showing gratitude towards others can actually have an even greater effect that can live on long after your words or gestures have been given. To give to others is truly the best give you can give yourself.
For links and more information, go to: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/109
This is part 2 of the 3 part Thankfulness series in the countdown to Thanksgiving! Gratitude is the antidote to misery, so in this episode we look at 26 things you can be thankful for, specifically in your teaching life! Make sure you download the printable freebie as well so you can record these and pin them up somewhere to remind you to stay grateful and happy.
For links and downloads, go to www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/108
This is a 3 part series on the lead up to Thanksgiving, focusing on all things gratitude! In this episode you will learn how to find the good in all the challenges you go through as a teacher and in turn, will learn the skills needed in order to remain resilient to keep teaching on and teaching strong!
For more information and links go to: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/107
Lesson observations can cause a wave of negative emotions among us teachers. No one likes the feeling of being judged on their craft, but there are ways you can put a positive spin on them and get the most out of the experience of lesson observations. Listen to today's episode to learn how!
For links and more information go to: teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/106
If you're a teacher who has been struggling to find "work / life balance" and feel like you just can't get the hang of it, then this episode is for you. You will learn that it's not your fault - this whole phrase is a lie! Listen to today's episode to hear what I think the problem is with "work / life balance" and the truth about what you can do to solve it once and for all!
For more information and links, visit: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/105
Technology is a fantastic tool that enhances our lives in so many ways, however, sometimes we need to make sure we are managing it appropriately and creating healthy boundaries so that we can sleep better and generally improve our wellbeing as teachers. In this episode, you will learn 6 different ways you can either manage technology or enhance your use of it to improve your wellbeing!
For links mentioned in this episode, check out: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/104
Are you frustrated with your admin or colleagues for not acknowledging or appreciating all the hard work you've been putting in at school? Are you still waiting for that pat on the back? I hate to be the one to tell you this, but you may be waiting a long time... In today's episode we look at how you can shift your mindset to become fully self sufficient that you never need their validation or acknowledgment again!
For more, go to www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/103
What do you do when you're feeling that resistance as a teacher? You know, when things aren't quite flowing naturally and you're feeling everything's a bit of a struggle? There is one key that will make the world of difference for you that will make your job fun, exciting, natural and enjoyable for you! Listen now to find out what it is.
For links and more information: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/102
As teachers, sometimes we can't help not taking bags home: we have marking, lesson planning and so much other paperwork that we don't have time for during the school day. But there's no reason for you to be taking emotional baggage home too. There's no need to torment yourself and relive the day's negative experiences when you get home. Today's episode will help you with strategies to feel happier when you get home and give yourself permission to know you've done your best.
For links and more information, go to: www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/101
The Teach On, Teach Strong Podcast has been helping teachers like you with personal character development, mindset, wellbeing and productivity for 100 episodes! This is going to be a special episode as we reflect on what we’ve discussed this past year and highlight some of the most popular posts that you have found most valuable so far. If you’re new, this is going to be ideal to help you navigate your way through the previous 100 episodes and if you’ve been here from the beginning, it’s great way to review what we’ve discussed and learnt so far!
For all links and free downloads, go to www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/100
What do you do when you feel like you’re starting to feel like what you’re doing doesn’t matter and you’re starting to feel negatively towards teaching? Firstly, don’t panic, this happens to the best of us and I have some words of encouragement and advice for whenever those feelings start to come your way, so keep listening to hear more!
Are you finding yourself feeling overwhelmed and exhausted already, even though it’s only the start of a new school year? Sounds about right, that’s teaching for you! But there are some ways you can learn to keep on top of these feelings and feel back in control. Keep listening to find out how!
What do you do when you’re having to work with other colleagues who have a very different style to you and no matter how much you try, you just can’t seem to work with them? Stay tuned to find out!
Habits are hard to make and easy to break, yet we are what we repeatedly do so what kind of good or bad habits are you getting into and are they making you become the kind of person you want to be? Listen to this quick burst of inspiration to help you think about who you want to be and how you can ensure you become that person through your habits and choices.
Ever feel overwhelmed with all the resources you have to organise and store? Well that feeling can be exasperated when it comes to changing what you teach, whether that’s subjects or grade levels. There are some tips and tricks to making the transition smooth and keeping your resources organised, so stay tuned to find out more!
Read the show notes for more information and links: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/95
As teachers, we can be so hard on ourselves and if we’re not careful, we can let a mistake turn into a stick we use to beat ourselves up with which ends up destroying our self-confidence and esteem. We’ve all suffered from the “shoulda, woulda, coulda” curse, right? The key to getting over mistakes is all to do with self-forgiveness which can be achieved with one beautiful phrase.
Read the show notes for more information and links: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/94
Do you show yourself the same care and love that you show your students or loved ones? Many teachers struggle with this as we give so much to everyone else we feel there isn’t enough left for ourselves at the end of the day. But it doesn’t have to be all or nothing - keep listening to today’s episode to learn more!
Read the show notes for more information and links: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/93
Have you already started the school year feeling like you’re behind, swamped and overwhelmed? Are you tempted to succumb to the feelings you’re having that if you start behind then you may as well remain behind as it’s too late to catch up now? This quick quote will help you adjust your mindset and see things in a different way to ensure that you finish the year right, even if you don’t feel like you’re ahead yet!
Read the show notes for more information and links: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/ep92
Do you ever feel like you’re trying to do so many things that you always feel like you’re chasing your tail trying to keep up? There is just always so much to do as a teacher, so in this episode we’re going to be talking all about practical things you can do to get ahead and save yourself some time in the long run!
Read the show notes for more information and links: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/ep91
Your time is the most valuable resource you have because once it’s gone, you can’t ever get it back. Now be honest with yourself, how much of it are you wasting? In this episode we’re going to touch on how investing in organising can “earn” or save you time in the long run.
Read the show notes for more information and links: https://www.teachersresourceforce.com/podcast/ep90
How do you know if you’re super organised? Is a perfect classroom? A pretty planner? So many to do lists? A fancy digital system that syncs your phone with your laptop and Google Classroom? They might be systems for organisation but they are not signs of being organised. If you have ever struggled with being organised and wondered how those other people do it, I’ll give you a hint, it’s nothing to do with being naturally born with the organisation gene. Listen in as you are going to get so much value from this episode!
Are you feeling like you’re in a rut? Are you itching to do something new but are afraid of taking on extra responsibilities and challenges? This episode will help you out!
Are you working with some difficult people at school? Are they making your life miserable? Are they being unreasonable and setting you up to fail? Are you a loss of what to do? You have more control than you might think you do. Keep listening to learn how to deal with workplace bullies.
Have you been having too many bad days for your liking? If you want to know how you can change that without needing to quit your job completely, keep listening!
How do you handle it when last minute tasks dropped are on you despite having a full day of teaching to contend with? Very few people comprehend how busy our days are as teachers, and can’t understand why we’re not able to respond to emails within seconds or answer our phones during the day… Um, we’re teaching people, hello?! So how do some people do it? How do they seem to bat these balls back like the Williams sisters, making it look so effortless while others are tripping and falling trying to dive for all the balls coming at them at once? There is a trick to it: keep listening to find out!
Would you say you feel successful? Do you know what success feels like? Setting and achieving goals is what most people think of when they aim for success but that’s only part of the story. You can actually be successful while you’re just in pursuit of your goals and in today’s episode we’re going to discuss how!
Are you enjoying teaching every day? Would you say you are your truest self in the classroom or are you more concerned with behaviour management and effectively finding yourself being more of a micromanager or drill sergeant that you barely recognise yourself any more?! If you find you’re not enjoying teaching as much these days and want to know how to relax and have more fun, this episode is for you!
Do you ever feel guilty for taking time off as a teacher? Do you ever push yourself to breaking point and have the belief that a good teacher needs to burn their candle to light up others? If that sounds familiar to you, you are not alone; this type of thinking and attitude many teachers are fostering is not doing our profession any good in the long run. It’s time to put you first for once, you are more than worth it.
Teacher besties can make life at school so much brighter! They are there for you as a shoulder to cry on, someone to cheer you up, help you out when your room looks like a tornado hit it, cover your class while you run to the loo, have a gossip with, vent with you about that frustrating parent or student, brainstorm teaching ideas with, bring you a cup of tea and chocolate after a rough day and just be someone guaranteed to give you a smile. Teacher besties make the world go round, so listen to today’s episode for my top tips in helping you form positive relationships with your coworkers!
When was the last time you took broke out of your comfort zone and did something to challenge yourself and take a shot at making your life better? Too many of us are terrified to take that leap and so we remain in our comfort zone where things are fine but nothing terribly exciting ever happens. Sometimes our comfort zone isn’t even a good place to be but it’s familiar to us so we stay. If that sounds like you and you need a nudge to do progress to the next level, you need to listen to this episode!
Have you ever looked at other educators and wondered “how on earth are they doing it all? Where do they get the energy, the passion, the drive and the time to do all this? Is there something wrong with me if I can’t even keep on top of planning my lessons let alone doing all the other stuff?!” Then this episode is especially for you. Keep listening to find out the secret to being able to “do it all”!
Have you been having some crappy days of late? Don't worry, it's totally normal and the beauty is, a bad day today does not have to mean a bad day tomorrow. Keep listening to discover the power you have within yourself to transform your life every single day!
Have you ever had such a bad day that you’ve actually reconsidered your whole career choice? It’s ok to admit it and trust me, you’re not alone. But it only becomes a problem when a bad day becomes a chronic thing leaving you resenting being a teacher. That’s not what we want, we want you to teach on and teach strong! In order to do that, you need to have strategies in place to help you recover from a bad day quickly so that it doesn’t build up into long term resentment. Keep listening to hear 7 tips that will help you do that!
Do you often find yourself looking forward waiting for the end of the day or end of the week? Of course we want to look forward to what is ahead for us, but when it becomes an issue is when we’re so desperate for that time to come that we end up wishing our life away to get there. In today’s episode we’ll discuss how to avoid this pitfall and how we can be grateful where we are in the moment, even if it’s not where we’d rather be.
One of the secrets to being a better teacher and maintaining your enthusiasm for it, is coming up with creative teaching ideas! It keeps things fresh and enjoyable for both you and your students and can be a key ingredient in reinvigorating your love for teaching and learning. So whether you’re still teaching right now and are looking for new and fun ideas to keep the kids engaged, or whether you’re done for the year and are finding you have the creative space to think about your classroom for the next school year, today’s episode will help you come up with your own creative teaching ideas.And it’s important to point out that I’m not talking about stalking Pinterest or being inspired by other teaching resources already out there, I’m talking about how you can be innovative and think of something new and original to bring to the classroom table!
Are you a worrier? Do you often think of the worst case scenario and drive yourself crazy? Our imaginations are powerful things but fortunately we do have power over them and we can choose to use them for our good or for our demise. Listen to today's episode to learn now to become less of a worrier and more of a warrior!
Many of you currently are approaching your long summer off (if you’re not already there!) It’s a great chunk of time that is well-earned… but it can go by in such a flash. Today I answer one of your emails and give you my top tips for how to make the most of your summer break!
At some point, we’re going to be caught in an awkward conversation that makes us feel uncomfortable or we’re going to be surrounded by negative people who are trying to bring us down. In these situations, we can either go down with the ship and get sucked into the darkness, or we can make a choice to be the light instead. Listen to this episode for some tips on how you can avoid negativity and help inspire others to also do the same!
Being organised is not a gift. It is not a special talent and it is not a specific type of person that can be organised. I never used to be particularly organised in my youth, but a few years into my teaching I became addicted and now I am known for having a pristine classroom! People often ask me how I do it, where I find the energy and will to keep it so organised and although they wish they could do it, they believe they’re not "that type of person". Well, if that sounds like you too, let me tell you it’s a myth. Anyone can do it and I have 4 easy steps you can take to keeping your space organised too!
What do you do teach for? I know when asked this question everyone will say “I do it for the kids!” but sadly, people’s actions can sometimes say something else… This episode will help you put things into perspective and keep your focus on the things that really matter to ensure you can stick with teaching for the long haul.
Rude coworkers. We all have to deal with them at some point, but how can we do it tactfully and with class? Keep listening to find out!
Back when I was a teenager I used to collect postcards with quotes on them; there was one that I loved so much I kept up on the wall of my bedroom and I still have it now 20 years later! Ever since the day I found this postcard, this quote has affected how I live my life and I still keep it as a reminder all these years later. In this episode we discuss why it's so important for you to live your life and teach doing what you feel is right, even if it means going against the "flow".
Dealing with people is the hardest part of any job - people are constant variables that we cannot control so we need a special set of skills. In today’s episode I answer one of your questions on how to deal with people who are hard to like - tune in to find out more!
Do bad things always seem to happen to you? Do you feel unlucky that things don’t seem to go your way? Or is it really that bad things happen to all of us but it’s how we respond that makes the difference? Today’s message is one that will really empower you to take control of your mind and bring the best out in you!
What is it you actually want out of life? Is it a nice house, a fancy car, harmonious family life… or is it because you believe those things will lead you to feel happy, content or fulfilled? Ultimately, the reason we want anything tangible in life is actually because of how we believe these things will make us feel. So if all we want out of life is to actually feel good, then why don’t we take more control over this? Keep listening to learn how you can control your emotions right now!
Do you ever wonder what on earth is going on in your life? Does everything feel a bit up in the air, like nothing is going as you thought it would? You’re not alone - in this episode we’ll discuss why perseverance is your best friend!
Have you ever felt like you can’t leave work on time because you feel like other teachers in your school or administration / senior staff will judge you for it? What about feeling like you can’t say no to a request out of fear of your colleagues judging you? Teacher guilt is bad enough when it comes from within, but what about when it comes from our fellow colleagues? The people who are meant to be on our team? The only people who truly get what we go through every day as teachers, what then? Today I want to address all this and more to ensure you are empowered to living and teaching guilt free.
Have you ever stopped to think about your beliefs? Like when you get upset, angry or happy about anything - what are you believing in that moment? By taking the time to stop and consider what you’re believing, you’ll be able to untap unbelievable power to change your life! Listen to today's episode to hear how you can do this!
What do you do when you lose your "mojo"? You know, when you've gone from being a productive superhero to suddenly feeling like you want to sleep on a pile of books you should be grading... In this episode I explain why this is a common problem for us ladies and how we can not only get through this sometimes debilitating feeling, but use it's inevitability to actually keep us teaching on and teaching strong every day!
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Today we're going to be talking about happiness! Who doesn't want to be happy, isn't that what we're all after at the end of the day? So what makes you happy? This is such an important question you need to ask yourself, as this question has the power to create or destroy you. In this episode we talk about how you need to define happiness in the right way to ensure you can be happy every single day!
Would you say that most days you feel that the day controls you more than you control the day?
Do you ever let your circumstances affect how you feel or what you say and do?
Does the world around you affect you on the inside?
Do you want to know how you can control your day?
Keep listening to find out some secret psychology tricks that will give you the power you need to control your emotions to keep you teaching on and teaching strong every day!
Are you starting to feel like things are getting a little stale, boring, mundane in your teaching? Maybe you're feeling fed up and a little unhappy with teaching and life right now. If so this episode is for you, as I have the answer you’re looking for!
How often would you say you have a bad day as a teacher? It’s very possible "bad" things actually happen a lot less than you think, but most people allow one bad thing that happens turn into a “bad day”.
What effect do you think that is going to have on our lives if we’re basically saying to ourselves that everything has to completely go our way in order for us to deem it a good day. Logically, we all know that’s ridiculous but yet we live our lives that way!
In today's episode, you get a reality check that helps you see things more clearly:
✒️ Examples of how easy it is to let one "bad" few minutes turn into a "bad day" ✒️ Why this is a dangerous habit we need to break ✒️ How you can get out of this habit with one shift ✒️ Ways to monitor and improve your happiness
So listen now to learn how you can have more "good" days as a teacher!
Have you ever been told that you’re wasting your time when doing something you believe in, like making the effort to create a beautiful classroom or working really hard with a challenging student that no one else wants to make time for? Your standards are everything, they determine what kind of person you are - you are what you do!
In today's episode I share more personal stories with how I've had to battle maintaining high standards when working with others who refuse to raise theirs, and the challenges that comes with that.
You'll learn: ✒️ why it's important to maintain high standards ✒️ what to do when you're working with people who try to bring you down ✒️ how to stand tall and always do what you believe is right
You became a teacher for a good reason - never lose sight of that no matter what the system or anyone else says! Check out today's episode to help keep you going during those tough times.
Have you ever had an accountability partner to help you make a change in your life such as with your work / life balance? Did it work long term? Chances are it probably didn't. What's more alarming is how we're so quick to give the power to change our life to someone else! In this episode we discuss:
- How our brains are hardwired to make us search for the path of least resistance, and why we think having someone holding us accountable helps
- Why accountability coaches can actually hinder us in the long term
- Why and how to hold yourself accountable in order to change own your life
This is a hard to hear episode at times as I drop some truth bombs, but if you want the power to achieve more balance in your life, this is what you need to hear.
When was the last time you blamed someone for something that went wrong? It's all too easy for us to pass the blame to let ourselves off the hook. However, when we're too quick to do that without assessing a situation, we miss out on a fundamental opportunity to change for the better. In today's episode we discuss:
- The two types of "camps" you can go to when something bad happens
- An example of a behaviour management ordeal that I created and had to face up to
- How to gain power over your life and change it for the better by taking the blame when it's appropriate
Listen now for a dose of reality that will help you change your life!
Are you on the endless quest to finding "teacher balance"? Out of all the things you have read and tried in the past, has any of it worked in the long run or are you still looking for the "secret sauce"? Today's episode hits you with a big reality check - there is no secret sauce and there's nothing wrong with you either!
It's that you're being fed a lot of myths by coaching professionals or former teachers who are not necessarily able to practice what they preach in the classroom to see whether these tactics actually work for unique demands of a teacher's life.
In this episode, I drop some hard truth bombs and I'll offer you some of my practical alternative strategies and mindset shifts that I know actually work, because I am a teacher like you! If you're struggling with work life balance and nothing else has worked so far, this episode is for you.
How comfortable are you saying "no" to things at work that you know are not right for you take on at this time? Do you get uneasy? Feel obliged? Struggle with putting you first? You're definitely not alone. Teachers are easy targets to take advantage of because we know how to get things done when all the odds are against us! But that doesn't mean that we should do it all. In today's episode we'll cover:
- why it is important for you to set your own personal boundaries
- how to determine what is right or not right for you to take on
- an example of how I recently had to set personal boundaries as a teacher
- a kick-up-the-bum reality check of why you need put yourself first more!
Listen now to empower you to be able to say no the world and yes to your wellbeing.
So I have a question for you… Are you tired? Do you always endeavor to give your students 100%? Do you ever miss out on lunch as you're too busy running around doing things for others….? Are you feeling like there’s barely any enough time for you? Yeah… you’re definitely not alone! As teachers, we are natural givers. We give so much of ourselves though that eventually we snap - anxiety, sickness, breakdowns… they’re all signs of our bodies saying we’ve pushed things too far and we need to look after ourselves.
In today’s episode we’re talking all about self-care for us teachers. You will learn:
- The importance of setting boundaries and why you shouldn't be afraid to say 'no'.
- Why fun time is just as important as sleeping and how you can treat it as such.
- How to make the most of your time at school so you don't need to take as much home.
How to have more fun at school and how a shift in perspective will change your whole mindset.
So listen to today's episode to learn effective ways that you can continue to teach on and teach strong every day and be the best teacher you can be.
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Have you ever been the victim of gossip at work, where you walk in the room and you’re so sure people have been talking about you? Or maybe you’ve been gossiping about someone and then been busted as they walk into the room? Neither one feels good, right?
In this episode we discuss integrity and gossiping in the workplace and why we, as teachers, need to be uber careful as our integrity is on the line here. I also share with you a story about teachers caught gossiping and the impact that had - hint, it went much further than you may think. If you ever get sucked into the world of gossip at work and really want to stop, make sure you listen to today's episode - it will change your whole mindset.
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Have you ever been bullied when you were in school? What about as a teacher? I have. As if teaching wasn't hard enough as it is dealing with challenging kids all day, but what about when we have to deal with difficult colleagues too?
Today's episode is an important one to talk about. The tips I'll share with you today will be game changers in helping you deal with your difficult colleagues so you can focus on your students and those you care about. In this episode I share with you:
- Some of my own personal, heart-breaking stories of challenging situations with colleagues that I have had to deal with as a teacher.
- How I overcame these challenges and handled these difficult people.
- The 7 types of difficult colleagues I have come across in my career so far.
- Strategies to help you deal with these kinds of people to help you keep your sanity!
If you're struggling with difficult colleagues at work, then this podcast will be just what you need to hear.
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Your view of situations and your personal perceptions and beliefs mean everything when it comes to your mindset and personal resilience. If your negative beliefs are left unchallenged, they will soon become your reality which could ultimately drive you out of this job you love. Listen to today's episode to learn practical steps on how you can challenge any negative perceptions you have in order to continue being the best teacher you can be.
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Many of us grew up with voices around us telling us what we can or can't achieve in life; some of these voices came from our very own teachers... In this episode I share with you a personal story from my own classroom where my students inspired this message that encourages us all to believe in our own goals and if something doesn't work out, we learn to adjust the plan, not the dream.
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As teachers, we have extremely high standards for ourselves and many of us will work ourselves to the bone. But this "martyr complex" and working ourselves to a mental breakdown is not us performing at our best. Listen to this episode to learn some practical steps on how to still be your best and self-regulate to ensure you're fit and able to stick with teaching for the long haul.
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This is one of the most intense episodes yet! I give it to you straight and offer you a reality check along with some practical advice for you to be able to be productive without getting yourself all stressed out in the process.
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It's amazing what a bit of peace and quiet can do. In this podcast, I share with you my personal experiences and battles I face as a teacher trying to balance being there for my students and colleagues as well as taking time for myself. It can be done, even in a teacher's crazy day and it doesn't need to take as much as you might think.
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Our brains are designed to solve problems, so why do we fear coming across them so much? Why do we always run to others to help us with our problems when we have the power within ourselves to solve them? Listen to today's episode to hear how with just one small shift, you can find the answer to any problem you have.
As teachers, we often find ourselves in a tizz at that point where the to do list and deadlines are expanding faster than we're able to tackle them! During these times it's common to see teachers running around frazzled, stressed out or sick as they worry about how it's all going to get done. In today's episode I share with you my personal mantra and how I deal with these inevitable stressful moments of being a teacher.
Sometimes when we don't agree with school leaders or the education system, we can start to feel resentment as a teacher. But with one quick mindset shift I will show you how you can lift resentment and continue to strive to be the best teacher you can be.
Today's message is a simple but life-changing one. We waste so much time worrying about things that are not going to matter later on down the road. Listen to today's episode to help you gain perspective on how to see life's problems to ensure you continue to focus on the things that really matter.
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Gaining respect really can come down to one thing that is so incredibly simple but so often overlooked. Tune in today to learn what this one thing is that will gain respect from others as well as yourself that you can put into action right away.
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We all want to be the perfect teacher, but beating ourselves up for not being able to maintain perfection in every area, is going to do more damage than good. In today's episode we discuss how we achieve satisfaction and joy by striving for progress instead of perfection.
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Who doesn't want to have a great day? In this episode I talk you through some practical steps you can easily do that will ensure you enjoy teaching every day!
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Any time we make the decision to grow, challenge ourselves or take our lives to the next level, we will likely feel fear. This is completely normal, but I don't want fear to stop you from progressing as a teacher and being the best you can be. Listen to today's episode to learn how you can cure your fear and take control of you life.
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There will undoubtedly be days where sometimes we "just don't feel like it". In this episode I share with you why it is absolutely fundamental to our character that we "do it anyway", as well as some tips and tricks to help you see the truth for what it is and ways you can disempower negative beliefs to help you keep going during the challenging times.
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"Bad" days are inevitable - we all have them. Sometimes we get frustrated, down or even burst into tears, but this is not a sign of weakness within us. If we keep going even through those challenging times, we are proving that we are fighting our very hardest - that couldn't be more opposite to weakness if we tried! If you're ever having a bad day, don't beat yourself up - listen to this episode, keep your chin up and keep moving forward!
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Affirmations are a popular way of helping us change our mindset to be more positive, however many people find they don't work in the long term. There is a very good reason for this that very few people seem to know about. Once I started doing this key step, I found affirmations had a whole new power in my life and I know they will help you too. Listen to this episode to find out what this key missing step is and how you can improve the quality of your life with affirmations.
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We've all made mistakes, and providing we are continually growing and trying new things in our teaching, we always will! Sometimes we can be so hard on ourselves as we want to do the best we can for our students, but that doesn't mean we should hold onto all our past mistakes. We have the power to use our mistakes to make us even better - listen to this episode to learn how to harness your inner power to do this!
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As we well know, teaching is stressful. It’s stressful because there is always so much to do. The to do list will never be empty. We care deeply so we have an intrinsic desire to do a good job, which also adds stress. We deal with difficult people all day long, adults as well as kids. We are constantly running at a level 10 all day. We rarely stop for a break or to use the toilet all day long. No wonder we go home and collapse!? We are human and can only run on a level 10 for so long before our battery dies and we pass out. In this episode I share some of my top tips for relaxation that you can also use as a busy, stressed out teacher.
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As teachers, we are generally known for working our butts off! Yes it's nice to be recognised for the work we do and it definitely hurts when someone else takes credit for our ideas. Regardless, we should not let this prevent us for doing, being and giving our very best. In this episode I share some techniques you can use to help keep you encouraged during those times when you're feeling unappreciated.
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What is personal development anyway, and why do we need it? Like many other teachers, I had a rocky start to my journey and had to learn (and am still learning!) many lessons the hard way. What I am certain of, is that personal development - the pursuit of your expanding full potential - is the absolute key to success in teaching and life. It is what keeps us going through the hard times and what enables us to be the best role model we can be to others. In this episode I share with you the importance of our journey of personal development and how your impact on the world can be so much greater than you ever dreamed it could be.
Teaching is a job where we are constantly on the go and oftentimes, mostly just reacting to our circumstances which can leave us feeling stressed out and frustrated. With this simple but effective technique that I share in today's episode, you can learn to think ahead and anticipate your days rather than just react to them leaving you feeling much more in control and empowered.
In the world of education, things are always changing; sometimes for the good and sometimes not. If you're finding yourself surrounded by negative conversations in the workplace complaining about changes and rantings on how things "should be" with no intent of taking any action, your workplace environment can become very toxic and depressing. In this episode we discuss the differences between something that is worth fighting for and something that we need to just say " it is what it is" and move on to more productive conversations. Things change that are sometimes out of our control; we have to learn to adapt or lose.
A new year always gets us motivated and excited to start fresh and set new goals for ourselves. But what about when that buzz wears off? You don't have to wait for January 1st in order to start something new. Listen to this episode to keep you fired up to keep working on improving your life or the lives of those around you, each and every day.
As teachers, we are so emotionally invested in our jobs that it can feel almost impossible to switch off our teacher brain and relax when we get home. This can create long term negative effects such as chronic stress and emotional exhaustion. In this episode, I share with you an effective way of how you reduce the amount of worry and stress you feel as a teacher and how you can train your brain to actually "switch off".
So many times we are just rushing through life, in a hurry to get to the next break, weekend or end of the day... but what are we missing in the process? Life isn't about the destination, it's all about the journey and teaching is the same. In this episode, we discuss the importance of enjoying each day and strategies we can use to ensure we're writing the best story about our teacher life.
As we wrap up 2017, we're likely to be thinking about setting goals for 2018. However, there's a sad reality that most people don't keep to their goals or new year's resolutions. In this episode we explore some of the pitfalls people fall into when goal setting and I share some different strategies I have in how to effectively set and actually achieve your goals.
This episode is something different. I'm reflecting on my challenges as a teacher coming up to the end of 2017 and how I can sometimes feel like school is taking the best of me leaving me very drained in the evenings. I share some mindset shifts I have been going through to try and combat these feelings through what I am calling a "podlog". Listen to find out more!
It's that time of year when we're starting to think about setting goals for the next year and making plans to better our lives. Unfortunately, so many of us fail to stick to our resolutions because we are missing the second two steps of the process! In this episode we discuss all 3 steps to achieving your goals and I share some ideas for outstanding habits you can instil in your daily routine to ensure you have a healthier and happier life as a teacher.
Many times we are afraid of taking on new challenges in teaching but this fear comes from our own self-beliefs. If you are wanting to take yourself to a new level or try something new but are feeling like a bit of a fraud, then this episode will help you get through this barrier to help you believe you can do anything you put your mind to.
Too often we feel overwhelmed in teaching because of our willingness to take on new challenges and our guilt in saying no when asked for help. However, in order to not only manage workload but ensure you are taking care of yourself too, we need to learn how to set healthy boundaries in teaching.
Think about every colleague you have ever looked up to. Do you think they were born that way or do you think perhaps they had to "go through hell and back" to learn valuable lessons along the way that made them great? In this episode I offer you solice if you are going through a challenging time in your journey as a teacher. It'll be worth it in the end!
The phrase "burnout" is something we are always told that as teachers, we should be doing all we can to avoid and run away from: fear it like the boogeyman! We have become almost terrified that if it ever catches up with us then that means we have failed as a teacher. In today's episode we challenge this mindset and attitude towards "burnout" and practical ways we can deal with the stresses of teaching.
Stress is just a period of difficulty that we have to go through in order to develop something within ourselves. If we can't build the resilience to go through the difficult times, we won't be able to handle success and all that comes with it down the road. Listen to this episode to help you adjust your mindset when it comes to feeling stressed out.
As teachers, we're working with hundreds, if not thousands of people every day. The chances of interacting with people who display behaviour we don't agree with (whether coming from students or colleagues!) is very high. But, we don't have to let their negative behaviour affect our inner peace. Listen to this episode to hear more about how you can stay calm in the midst of the storm.
It's easy to teach and do anything when we're feeling motivated. But motivation fluctuates and we can't rely on it, so what do we do when that motivation wears off? It's all about commitment. Commitment is everything. It's what keeps you going and pushing through when you don't feel like it anymore. You don't need motivation to keep going every day, you just need to be committed to being a teacher.
As teachers, we do so much more than just teach content. We care, we listen, we connect, we help and we make an impact on our students. How do you want your students to feel and what stories do you want your students to say about you? Listen to today's episode to pick up some practical tips on how you can leave a lasting and powerful legacy.
There are so many things we need to be doing and so much we want to be mastering as teachers, which can overwhelm us and make us feel like we're unsuccessful or "failing" as a teacher. However, teaching is a long game and needs to be played as such. You can't do all the things all at once; the only person you should be trying to beat is the teacher you were yesterday.
The only competition you should ever have is with the teacher you were yesterday. In this day and age it is far too easy to compare yourself against other "Pinterest perfect" teachers and classrooms but this comparison can be damaging to your self-belief. This is dangerous as your self-belief as a teacher is what will determine your success. So be the best by competing against yourself. This is between you and you; no one else.
Teaching, and life in general, will have good days and tougher days. But they are just that - individual days. It can feel like one bad day or experience is permanent and means you're "not cut out for teaching" but that isn't always the case. I share with you some practical tips to help you win your battles, and having to fight them more than once is perfectly OK. You will win if you choose to never give up.
In today's episode we talk about how we need to accept that we can't always do everything perfectly all the time - and that is OK. We need to make allowances for ourselves to be humans first. The same goes for our classrooms: sometimes there are times we need to scrap the plan and do what is right for our students. There's a very good reason why machines would never be able to take over our jobs, so allow yourself to be a human - it's what your children need.
There are many aspects of teaching and the education system that can easily rub us up the wrong way if we let them, but that shouldn't be reason enough to run for the hills and quit! By showing gratitude for the difference you can make as a teacher, you'll see that not only can you be the change you wish to see if you stick with it, but you will feel fulfilled and realise you have everything you already need.
We all go into teaching because we are filled with passion and a drive to help others. Somewhere along the way, the daily grind and overwhelm of all there is to do means you can lose your way at times and forget your calling. In this episode I share some practical ways that you can fall in love with teaching all over again and appreciate the wonderful moments that only teachers can experience.
Today's episode I encourage you to be clear on what your goals are for your life both personally and professionally and I share with you some actionable steps to help you move forward in the right direction. In order to make progress in our goals we need to make some sacrifices, if not then our dreams become the sacrifice. As teachers we often sacrifice so much for our job, so in this episode I encourage you to find balance, achieve your goals and continue to fulfil your full potential.
In this episode we talk about the views that society often has of teachers and how that can make handling this job so much more challenging. I encourage you to look past what other people think and I share practical tips on how you can shift your mindset in 3 simple steps.
Ever wondered why you feel like you're being pushed to your limits as a teacher? Do you ever feel like you seem to be having a harder time than those around you? It's likely because it's for a very good and exciting reason! Listen on to hear how in a flash, you can shift your mindset to get you through the challenging times.
In this episode, I discuss the reality of failure. There is such a stigma around failure and our initial reaction is to think it's a bad thing, but actually it's a crucial element of growth and improvement that we shouldn't be afraid of. As teachers, we often feel like we are "failing" a lot of the time due to the pressures and our own high standards. I share with you some ideas for how we can adjust our mindset as teachers of how we view and deal with failure.
Every Wednesday I'll share a "Quick Quote" to give you a mid week boost to keep you teaching strong until the weekend. Today's quote is all about those little things that seem insignificant at the time and people may even tease you about (laminating, wall displays, grading with stickers?!). But if these small steps are taking you closer towards your goal or mission, then keep going - even if no one else understands or appreciates you yet.
In this pilot episode, I talk you through my turbulent journey as a teacher. I share with you some personal stories of hardship during my time teaching in a very challenging school in London. Although I wanted to quit every day, with a little mindset shift I was able to see things differently. Teaching is not easy and it will challenge you every day, but believe me, you're making a difference in young people's lives and they desperately need you more than you (or they) know.