This is a Podcast by principals, for principals. Dennis Wilds and Chris Sharp look at educational leadership and how to improve your school. Please follow us on twitter @dwilds22 and @jchrissharp. Also, please join and read our blog at https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
This episode, the Doc looks at the down falls of playing the gimmick too much is your schools. He explains the dangers of playing to your "strenghts" and how to get real.
In this episode, Doc looks at the age-old hold, the test of strength. This hold can wear you out in the ring and in your school. He looks at the potential dangers of a power struggle and the cost of winning. He continues by looking at how to avoid this scenario and ways to make the most out of the situation.
In this episode the Doc looks at the difference between knowledge and wisdom. He looks at times where knowledge stood in the way of gaining wisdom. He describes pitfalls and workarounds for this in your school.
This week, the Doc looks at the dangers of throwing haymakers in life and in education. He describes life throwing those back at you and how to endure those blows.
This week the Doc looks at the importance of making the most out of time. He looks at hurdles and pitfalls that keep us for making the most out of our day.
In this episode, the Doc look s at the importance of movement is education and the schools. Are you moving? Or, are you getting ready to be knocked out?
This week, The Doc discusses the importance of knowing the sandbaggers in your organization. We look at how to avoid the pit falls and work those people into a success.
This week we talk about developing a gimmick. This is major factor in your classroom.
In this special edition, the Doc look at the Hard times promo from Dusty Rhodes. This is made for our schools and our time.
This week we work on a classic recipe, chicken salad in your school. It is tough but you may be able to make the most out of what you have.
This week the Doc look at the treadmill in your basement, in your life, and in your classroom. Be afraid of it! It is a tricky thing and can break you, if your not ready.
This week the Doc talks about getting your bell rung and how to deal with it in your school.
This week we look at the importance of one's working boots. What do the scratches and scuffs mean? Do your boots represent what you are will to do for your school? Make sure to subscribe!!
This round, look at the subtle art of the no-sell. When it is important in your school not to react or overreact. It is all about professionalism.Check out Dennis Wilds blog on leadership - https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website/post/don-t-say-thatYouTube channel- https://youtu.be/DQCjzJp-dOAFrom the Principals Desk Blog's- https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
This episode I explain the art of selling in education. I discuss what it takes to get students engaged in your class and how that applies to you approach to your curriculum.Check out Dennis Wilds blog on leadership - https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website/post/don-t-say-thatYouTube channel- https://youtu.be/DQCjzJp-dOAFrom the Principals Desk Blog's- https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
What happen when you get hit hard? Do you fire back or hold it in? I discuss the process and repercussions doing so. Like and subscribe.Check out Dennis Wilds blog on leadership - https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website/post/don-t-say-thatYouTube channel- https://youtu.be/DQCjzJp-dOAFrom the Principals Desk Blog's- https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
In this round, I breakdown the need for hope in your schools. I look at the underdog and why we need to allow for them to make a comeback. Find those students and give them their comeback.Check out Dennis Wilds blog on leadership - https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website/post/don-t-say-thatYouTube channel- https://youtu.be/DQCjzJp-dOAFrom the Principals Desk Blog's- https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
In this round, I discuss the power of the pencil we wield each day. I talk about the power we have to plan and affect students with a stoke of an eraser. For administrators, i look at how you plan for success and the importance of your decisions. Check out Dennis Wilds blog on leadership - https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website/post/don-t-say-thatYouTube channel- https://youtu.be/DQCjzJp-dOAFrom the Principals Desk Blog's- https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
This round, I examine the true meaning of the saying "the show must go on". We look at the importance of schools and what they real provide to the community. Check out Dennis Wilds blog on leadership - https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website/post/don-t-say-thatYouTube channel- https://youtu.be/DQCjzJp-dOAFrom the Principals Desk Blog's- https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
In this round, I look at the importance of smartening up parent of your school to the language of education. I break down Kayfabe in your school and why we should break it. I also look at the pitfalls form not allowing parent a peak behind the curtain.
In this round, I look at the huge difference between a hotshot idea and one that is developed. I discuss the importance of influencers in implementing change. Like and subscribe!!!
This round, I take a break from the change discussion to look at the wild animal in your school. The Momma Bear is lurking and hunting you. I will discuss this creature in its natural habitat and relate it to the most dangerous beast of all, a mad Samoan.
Let's look at the "WHY" behind change. Why is it important? I discuss how to deal with the "WHY'" when the reason doesn't match your beliefs.
In this round, I will discuss the pitfalls of getting stuck talking about change. We will look at the benefits of booking the territory and how that applies to your school. This is the first in a multi-part look at change in schools.
In this episode , we look at what it is like to have tough conversations with angry individuals. How do you deal with the heat? I give a few ideas to help with those situations. I also look at the term "heatseaker" and help you identify those in your building.
This round, I talk about the rise of scripted curriculum in classrooms. I discuss the need to "call it in the ring" in lessons and in the classroom. I urge you to be the artist that each of you can be.
In this round, I look at finding that person in your school you has your back. I also look at how it affect you and your ability to reach students. Read past blogs at https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
In this episode, we discuss what keeps people in their place. The 2 C's are discussed, cash and culture. We look at what leaders need to know about both in their schools.
In the first episode, the Doc discusses self-care. Not a one to mince words, he tell a story from his Main Event Series and discusses the complexities of school dealing with the "real" problems today.
In this episode, we look at the types of data we will be looking at in this coming year. With the lack of student test data, how do we address the summer slide. Please join the cause and follow our social media accounts @dwilds22 @jchrissharp @DeskPrincipal on Twitter Join our group From The Principal's desk on Facebook. To catch up on our blog and read more in-depth on the topics discussed, visit our website. https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
This week we talk with head coach of the Lake Placid Fl. Dragons, Coach Carl "Bubba" White. This is an excellent look at faith and leadership. Listen to the parallels between coaching and leadership. Please join the cause and follow our social media accounts @dwilds22 @jchrissharp @DeskPrincipal on Twitter Join our group From The Principal's desk on Facebook. To catch up on our blog and read more in-depth on the topics discussed, visit our website. https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
This week we interview school and district leader, Chuck Carter. Coach Carter shares his thoughts on leadership and his blog, Flat Tire Ministries. Check out Coach's bolog on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter@coachcarter101. Please join the cause and follow our social media accounts @dwilds22 @jchrissharp @DeskPrincipal on Twitter Join our group From The Principal's desk on Facebook. To catch up on our blog and read more in-depth on the topics discussed, visit our website. https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
This week we look at the importance of doing those little things in your school that make a huge difference. Think about your staff and your students needs and support them by doing the little things. Please join the cause and follow our social media accounts @dwilds22 @jchrissharp @DeskPrincipal on Twitter Join our group From The Principal's desk on Facebook. To catch up on our blog and read more in-depth on the topics discussed, visit our website. https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website
This week we look at building the tribe within your school. These are the people who surround you and support you in school changes. Please join the cause and follow our social media accounts @dwilds22 @jchrissharp @DeskPrincipal on Twitter Join our group From The Principal's desk on Facebook. To catch up on our blog and read more in-depth on the topics discussed, visit our website. https://dwilds22.wixsite.com/website