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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.

The Innovator's Mindset Podcast George Couros

    • Education
    • 4.8 • 63 Ratings

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.

    3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with with Lori Care - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast

    3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with with Lori Care - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast

    Lori Care joins this episode of Three Questions! Care, a principal in New Jersey, and George Couros reflect on their time together at Care’s recent staff PD! Hear how Care answers 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 your first-year teacher self?





    Quotes:

    “Pour all you (can) into relationships.” - Lori Care

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


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    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/

    • 13 min
    Lori Care: Taking Care of the Adults in Education - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP14

    Lori Care: Taking Care of the Adults in Education - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP14

    Lori Care joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast and shares what she is doing at her school site to create a welcoming environment and truly provide time for self-care! Care shares some great points about the importance of taking care of yourself, seeing yourself in the school environment, and building a community through shout-outs! Be sure to check out this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset to hear all the great ideas Care shares!







    Quotes:

    “I could lead from an instructional point…” - Lori Care reflecting on moving from a supervisor fo curriculum to a principal


    “We had come to a point in time where all we talked about was self-care...What if we just do a day that is all about educators?” - Lori Care



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


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    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/

    • 21 min
    Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy! The Latest Book from Kim Strobel Available Now The IM #Podcast

    Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy! The Latest Book from Kim Strobel Available Now The IM #Podcast

    Check out the book, "Teach Happy!" by Kim Strobel here:

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334712?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334712&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin

    In this podcast, Kim Strobel, upon the release of her new book discusses why she wrote "Teach Happy," what she learned from the process, and what she hopes the impact will be in the future! Here are a few quotes from the book!

    "When we continually work to embody the best version of ourselves, we’re able to tap into more of our potential, feel increased confidence, and experience more positive feelings."

    "Being happy doesn’t mean we don’t have bad days or feel sad sometimes; instead, it means we feel positive emotions more often than we do heavy ones."

    "Deciding that your happiness counts makes you better at your job, better for your family, and, most importantly, better for yourself."

    Get your copy here!


    https://strobeleducation.com/teach-happy/

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    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/

    • 15 min
    Dr. Jordan Cox: Making Meaning & Finding Purpose in Schools - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5EP13

    Dr. Jordan Cox: Making Meaning & Finding Purpose in Schools - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5EP13

    Dr. Jordan Cox, the superintendent of Commack Schools, joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where he reflects on ways to help students develop their strengths. Dr. Jordan Cox and George Couros have a great discussion about helping students find what makes them want to learn. Couros will be visiting Dr. Cox’s school district where he will have the opportunity to share some of his thoughts while also learning from the things they are doing that make the Commack School District a great place to learn!





    Quotes:

    “Our role in education is to educate students on all the doors that are open, or even create new ones that don’t exist.” - Dr. Jordan Cox

    "Every student in Commack is able to connect what they are learning with the outside world." - Dr. Jordan Cox







    Links:

    Dr. Jordan Cox X - https://twitter.com/LI_Educator

    Dr. Jordan Cox LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jordan-cox-6a260291



    __________________________________________


    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/

    • 17 min
    3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Dr. Jordan Cox - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast

    3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Dr. Jordan Cox - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast

    Dr. Jordan Cox joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where he opens up with some great thoughts right from the beginning! As the superintendent of Commack Schools, Dr. Cox reflects on his time in education and answers these three questions:

    Who is a teacher that inspired you and why?

    Who is an administrator that inspired you and why?

    What advice would you give your first-year teacher self?





    Quotes:

    “How do we find ways for students to be able to make meaning of their learning?” - Dr. Jordan Cox







    Links:

    Dr. Jordan Cox X - https://twitter.com/LI_Educator

    Dr. Jordan Cox LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jordan-cox-6a260291


    __________________________________________


    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/

    • 13 min
    Do not stay where you are unhappy - The Best of the #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast March 2024

    Do not stay where you are unhappy - The Best of the #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast March 2024

    In this month’s highlight intro, George Couros reminds us of the importance of feeling valued. Couros shares, “You don’t have to love what you do, but what you do should not make you feel miserable.” As you watch or listen to this month’s highlights, Couros encourages you to consider what you are really good at and what you are aiming to do. For more thoughts on these ideas, be sure to check out the Three Things email from 10/23/24, 3 Tips for Getting a New Job!

    Links:

    Subscribe to the Three Things Emails: https://us12.campaign-archive.com/home/?u=9381017234135a9c6d5f7419a&id=cb864bbb3a

    Three Tips on Getting a New Job: https://us12.campaign-archive.com/?u=9381017234135a9c6d5f7419a&id=064888b62c

    Description & Time Codes:

    0:00 Intro with George Couros

    11:23 Intro Music

    11:32 Kristen Brooks

    17:41 Dr. Will

    20:01 Sarah Sirgo

    27:21 Dean Tolson

    29:25 Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket

    33:26 Dr. Jen Mott

    36:03 Closing





    Kristen Brooks: STEAM for Little Learners

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgvt8bCFzMs

    Kristen Brooks shares her thoughts on how to use AI for creative purposes. Her experience with Adobe Express and AI especially with 4th and 5th graders is incredibly inspirational and empowering. Students learn how to customize their AI inputs to make sure that the output makes sense based on what the students describe.

    Dr. Will: 3 Questions with Dr. Will Deyamport on the #Edupreneur

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hn3Khg8LMGc

    In this clip from 3 Questions with Dr. Will Deyamport on the #Edupreneur - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast, Dr. Will explains how his book can help improve learning in schools! Be sure to check out the full episode for even more great thoughts shared by Dr. Will!

    Sarah Sirgo: Professionally Irreverent

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tO6ocFybwNU

    Sarah Sirgo shares three things that she considers “professionally irreverent.” Be sure to check out the full episode of this podcast with Sarah Sirgo for even more great information!


    Dean Tolson: The Journey from Illiterate NBA Player to Magna Cum Laude

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-py7X0XD80c

    Dean Tolson joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast to share his journey from illiterate NBA player to Magna Cum Laude! Tolson’s story is a powerful that he is passionate about sharing! Be sure to check out this episode to hear the 5 vows that Tolson kept to overcome illiteracy!


    Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket: Navigating the Path to School Leadership

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bx7eV5CycaQ

    Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket shares what from her new book, Navigating the Path to School Leadership, resonates with readers! Be sure to check out the full episode with Dr. Edoho-Eket for even more great thoughts!


    Jen Mott: Nurturing Hope While Embracing Perseverance in Education

    LINK TBD

    In this clip of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Dr. Jen Mott shares a crucial question, why are educators staying in the profession? Be sure to check out the full episode with Dr. Mott to hear even more great ideas!

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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.c

    • 36 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
63 Ratings

63 Ratings

Burke Davis ,

Elite Person

I came across George many years ago and so many of his ideas in his books and podcasts resonated as much as anything in education ever has for me! I’ve applied so many things mentioned in them to help make me not only a better educator but person as well. He is brilliant and helps make people better! Other than a few of his sports teams, the podcast and George are nothing short of elite and amazing. If your looking to grow as a person and educator, get connected with George Curous!

ABB844 ,

I am better because I listen

The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast helps me feel good about my teaching craft. I did not think it was possible, but this podcast just keeps getting better. It helps me keep my perspective where it needs to be and it helps me focus on my successes. In these days it is difficult to feel we are on the right course teaching during a pandemic. I frequently feel like I am “not enough” as a teacher and this is especially true during this health crisis. This podcast helps me focus on the good things I am doing and it helps me focus my improvements. It gives me reminders to keep focusing on building relationships and helping structure activities and lessons that help students be active and innovative as they learn. I love that George Couros shares that this podcast started as he takes a risk. This is literally him demonstrating the advice he gives us as teachers. I love that in the early episodes we have shorter pieces of advice that are “food for thought.” The later episodes extend the topics with more details and examples or have great interviews with educators and educational leaders. It is great to witness the evolution of this project. It feeds my teacher’s soul. I absolutely love the addition of Mindset-Monday. This podcast keeps getting better. If you like this podcast I recommend you follow George Couros on social media, read his blogs, and read his books. Innovator’s Mindset is great, and so is Innovating Inside the Box, co authored by Katie Novak. Now Because of a Teacher is also available. You don’t need to read those to appreciate this podcast. I am more willing to take professional risks as a result of listening to this podcast. I strongly recommend it.

AlwaysLearning AlwaysEvolving ,

🙌🏼 host, 🙌🏼 guests, and the sound board🤣

This is a podcast I have in high rotation!👏🏼 George picks inspiring guests and asks thoughtful questions.
🎉 Unscripted and empowering!
🎧 A must listen!
✅ Subscribed!

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