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In this "Best Of" episode, we replay my conversation with veteran K–12 educator, speaker, and author Patrice Bain. 

As a finalist for Illinois Teacher of the Year and a Fulbright Scholar in Europe, she has been featured in national and international podcasts, webinars, presentations, and popular press, including NOVA and Scientific American.

Patrice is co-author of Powerful Teaching and author of A Parent’s Guide to Powerful Teaching, which reinforces the “Teaching Triangle'' of student, parent, and teacher collaboration.

We talked about:
The traditional state of the Teaching TriangleHow kids learnWhy it’s important for parents to know how kids learnThe “power tools”: retrieval, spacing, interleaving, and feedback-driven metacognitionDaniel Willingham: “Children are more alike than different in terms of how they think and learn.”What are some of the other critical things for educators to communicate to parents?How educators can become better at creating parent engagementBook recommendation: Initium by Emma TurnerA Parent’s Guide to Powerful Teaching is published by John Catt Educational. Learn more at https://www.patricebain.com. 

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About today’s guest
Patrice M. Bain, Ed.S., is a veteran K–12 educator, speaker, and author. As a finalist for Illinois Teacher of the Year and a Fulbright Scholar in Europe, she has been featured in national and international podcasts, webinars, presentations, and popular press, including NOVA and Scientific American. In addition to Powerful Teaching, she also co-authored an essential practice guide for educators: Organizing Instruction and Study to Improve Student Learning, in collaboration with the Institute of Education Sciences (IES). Bain’s latest book A Parent’s Guide to Powerful Teaching reinforces the “Teaching Triangle'' of student, parent, and teacher collaboration. Patrice was one of two U.S. teachers on the working task group: Neuromyths vs. Neurotruths, sponsored by (IES) and the National Commission of Educational Research (NCER). In addition, she was a contributor to the United Nation’s UNESCO ISEE (International Science and Evidence-based Education) Assessment, outlining the vision for world education by 2030. 

Connect with Patrice at https://www.patricebain.com and @patricebain1. 

About the host
Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano or LinkedIn

We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. 

IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:
Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

Michelle P. Maidenberg, Ph.D., MPH, LCSW-R maintains a private practice in Harrison, NY. She is also the Co-Founder and Clinical Director of “Thru My Eyes”, a nonprofit 501c3 organization, and an adjunct faculty member at New York University (NYU) teaching a graduate course in Mindfulness Practice. 

Her latest book is Ace Your Life: Unleash Your Best Self and Live the Life You Want.

We talk about:
Identifying core valuesHow do our core values help guide us in making sound decisions to foster our satisfaction and contentment for a thriving life?How do we learn to trust process over outcomes?What gets in the way of us keeping up with good habits and maintaining meaningful changes?Emotional avoidanceACE: Acceptance, Compassion, EmpowermentHow to cultivate self-acceptance and self-compassion to increase our overall well-beingBouncing back when things don’t go rightFind Ace Your Life wherever you get your books or learn more at www.michellemaidenberg.com 

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About today’s guest
Michelle P. Maidenberg, Ph.D., MPH, LCSW-R maintains a private practice in Harrison, NY. She is also the Co-Founder and Clinical Director of “Thru My Eyes”, a nonprofit 501c3 organization that offers free clinically-guided videotaping to chronically medically ill individuals who want to leave video legacies for their children and loved ones.

Michelle is adjunct faculty at New York University (NYU) teaching a graduate course in Mindfulness Practice. She is a Board of Directors member at The Boys & Girls in Mount Vernon and is a member of the American Red Cross Crisis Team. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Westchester Trauma Network (WTN) in Westchester, NY.

Listen to Michelle’s TED TALK: Circumventing Emotional Avoidance. She is also a blogger for Psychology Today. 
About the host
Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. He is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano and LinkedIn

We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. 

IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:
Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

Today I’m pleased to share an episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast on which I was a guest. 

If this is the year you plan to get that promotion or level up your career, what is your pathway to growth? 

It can’t be to do more, spend more time on the job, and work harder. You have to be more intentional and strategic to create whatever is next for you and your career. 

But what are the right moves? 

In this episode, I had a chance to share my insights with John Neral about how you can create those pathways to growth while remembering to place your career in the context of your entire life.

We discuss how to identify a great work opportunity, how to remove the fear of helping people grow “beyond you,” and how to best identify your "Hell Yeahs" and "No Ways."

Connect with Ross:
If you enjoyed this episode – or get value from The Authority Podcast as a series – and you’re seeking answers to the challenges, goals, and dreams in your own career, let’s connect. I help high performers in all industries and roles solve their biggest pain points, clarify their vision, identify strategic decisions that lead to growth, and feel encouraged along the way. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano , LinkedIn, or schedule an intro call. 

About The Mid-Career GPS Podcast:
John Neral had a mid-career moment that changed his path and direction. Building a Mid-Career GPS helped guide him to create what was next for his career. Now, he’s here to help you do the same. Join him and his guests as they share their stories, strategies, and tips to help you create whatever is next so you can find a job you love or love the job you have.

We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. 

IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:
Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

With over two decades of business experience and a Masters of Science, Brian Carter is an accomplished keynote speaker, author, comedian, marketer, salesperson, leader, teammate, and bestselling author of multiple books. 

He's regularly booked by major bureaus with and satisfied clients like Microsoft, McDonald's, JP Morgan, as well as non-profits, the public sector, and national and state associations.

Today, we’re talking about his book The Retention Formula: Stop the Turnover Crisis, Harmonize the Generations, and Skyrocket Profits.

We discuss:
Having a multi-generational strategy for managing employeesWhat Gen Z and Millennial professionals care about beyond moneyYounger generations refuse to accept when values and realities are misalignedProfessionals want freedom to be fully themselves, not hide other passionsNegative outcomes of high turnoverCommunication about decisions and about changeLeadership styles and communication barriers when leading between generationsThe role of mentorshipFind The Retention Formula on Amazon. Learn more about Brian at https://keynotespeakerbrian.com 

If you’re interested in interviews with professional, collegiate, Olympic and amateur sports coaches, check out my new show Sideline Sessions: https://sidelinesessions.transistor.fm/subscribe 

About today’s guest
From marketing to sales, CRMs to AIs, Brian Carter has had his finger on the pulse of innovation for over 20 years, has been seen on Bloomberg TV and interviewed by news media like the Wall Street Journal and New York Times. and served as an expert generations consultant for the National Academy of Sciences His presentation topics range from generational issues and teamwork to leadership, sales, AI, marketing, HR, employee retention, and more.

As a bestselling author of multiple business books, he provides customized presentations for each audience to deliver the perfect mix of motivation, humor, insights, and takeaways. Brian balances hilarious original comedy and heartwarming stories with customized recommendations that move organizations to the next level. With a practical approach, and drawn from his ongoing up-to-the-minute work as a consultant, he offers cutting-edge tactics honed through real-world application with today's workforce. Follow him on LinkedIn. 

About the host
Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. He is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano and LinkedIn

We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. 

IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:
Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

Dr. Katie Novak is an internationally-renowned education consultant, a graduate instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, and the best-selling author of 14 books on inclusive practices, with over 250K books sold worldwide. 

Her latest book is UDL Now! (Third Edition): A Teacher’s Guide to Applying Universal Design for Learning in Today’s Classrooms.

In this important episode, we discuss:
“If UDL is the answer, what is the question?”Who should be doing UDL?UDL is best practice: “Teachers are working too hard to not have a greater impact on learners.”Understanding the similarities and differences between UDL and differentiated instruction (DI) — and why teachers should be doing bothCollective efficacy. “We can’t prevent all the challenges students will face, but we can help to alleviate them by designing a learning environment that leaves no room for failure.”Role of PLCsThe three core beliefs of UDL: variability, firm goals, and expert learningWhat is the right amount of student voice and choice?Find UDL Now! from CAST Publishing, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and on Katie’s website: https://www.novakeducation.com/udl-now 

If you’re interested in interviews with professional, collegiate, Olympic and amateur sports coaches, check out my new show Sideline Sessions: https://sidelinesessions.transistor.fm/subscribe 

About today’s guest
Katie Novak, Ed.D. is an internationally renowned education consultant, a graduate instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, and the best-selling author of 14 books on inclusive practices, with over 250K books sold worldwide. Katie designs and presents workshops both nationally and internationally focusing on the implementation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), inclusive practices, and universally designed leadership. Connect on Twitter @KatieNovakUDL and LinkedIn. 

About the host
Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. He is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano and LinkedIn

We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. 

IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:
Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

Dr. David L. Schreiner is a values-driven leader and a passionate advocate for rural hospitals, having spent most of his life in small towns and working within small communities. His research focuses on improving executive communication.

His new book is Be the Best Part of Their Day: Supercharging Communication with Values-Driven Leadership.

We talk about:
The relationship between leadership and communicationClosing the gap between wanting to be the best part of their day and getting to make it happenSeeing it as an opportunity versus a burdenIntentionality around making oneself accessibleEngaging with intent through various mediumsGeorge Bernard Shaw: “The single biggest problem with communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” Transparency and frequencyBe mission-focused and present united leadershipIncrease team cohesion and buy-in for initiatives Increasing personal influenceFind Be the Best Part of Their Day on Amazon or visit www.drdavidschreiner.com to learn more. 

If you’re interested in interviews with professional, collegiate, Olympic and amateur sports coaches, check out my new show Sideline Sessions: https://sidelinesessions.transistor.fm/subscribe 

About today’s guest
Dr. David L. Schreiner is an inspiring and values-driven leader who strives every day to live up to his definition of leadership. For him, being a values-driven leader means living in the moment, continually learning, challenging existing practices, producing positive results, innovating to improve the lives of others, and loving unconditionally. His passion for improving himself, his family, his friends, his community, and the world is unparalleled, and he aims to be a missionary for excellent health and vibrant communities by spreading love through generosity and healing.

About the host
Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. He is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano and LinkedIn

We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. 

IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:
Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.