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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

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    • Feb 14, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep.30- Be More Than a Gimmick

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 11:05


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell With the doc Ep.29- The Test of Strength/Don't Lock up!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 13:13


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep. 28- Knowledge vs. Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2023 11:45


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell ep 27.- Throwing Haymakers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2022 9:49


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell Ep. 26-Maximize Your Minutes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2022 12:47


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell Ep 25- Movement, Happyfeet and Flat Footed

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2022 10:59


    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?

    Bell 2 Bell Ep. 24- Beware the Sandbaggers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 11:59


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell Ep23-The Gimmick

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 10:15


    This week we talk about developing a gimmick. This is major factor in your classroom.

    Bell 2 Bell Ep.22 - Hard Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 9:39


    In this special edition, the Doc look at the Hard times promo from Dusty Rhodes. This is made for our schools and our time.

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Episode 21: Chicken Salad

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 11:38


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep.20- The Treadmill

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 11:42


    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.

    Ep.19- Getting Your Bell Rung

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 11:20


    This week the Doc talks about getting your bell rung and how to deal with it in your school.

    Ep. 18 Lacing Up Your Working Boots

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 9:22


    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!!

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    B2B ep17- A Message to Gov. Bill Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 14:56


    Ep 15 The Art of the Sell pt.1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 11:00


    Ep. 13 Underdogs, Hope-spots, and the Comeback

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 10:14


    Ep. 8 Momma bears and Wild Samoans

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 9:40


    Ep.7 Change pt.2- Why Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 10:03


    Ep. 6 Change pt.1- Selling Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 8:45


    Ep. 5 Heat and Heat-seekers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 10:11


    Ep.4 Learning to Call It in The Ring

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 9:42


    Ep. 3 Finding Your Tag Team Partner

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 8:33


    Reload of Ep.3

    Ep.1 Don't Tape it Up and Go!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 12:34


    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep16: No-Selling for Your Students

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 10:57


    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

    Bell 2 Bell Ep.15- The Art of the Sell!! Selling for your students.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 11:00


    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

    Bell 2 Bell Ep14- Educational Stiff Shots, Potatoes, and Receipts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 11:10


    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

    Bell 2 Bell Ep.13- Underdogs, Hope-spots, and the Comeback!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 10:14


    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

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep. 12 The Power of the Pencil

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2022 10:57


    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

    Bell to Bell with the Doc Ep.11: The Show Must Go On!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 10:14


    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

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep 10: "Smart" Parents and Breaking Kayfabe

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 8:38


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep.9: Change #3- Hotshoting and Influencers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2022 9:38


    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!!!

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep.8-Momma Bears and Wild Samoans

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 9:40


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell ep 7: The Change Process #2- Understand the "WHY"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 10:03


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell ep 6: The Change Process #1-Booking the Territory

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2022 8:45


    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.

    Bell 2 bell ep.5: Heat, Heatseakers, and Tough Conversations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 10:11


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc ep.4- Going Off Script and Call It In The Ring

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 9:42


    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.

    Bell 2 Bell Ep3.- Finding Tour Tag Team Partner in Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2022 8:33


    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

    Bell 2 Bell with the Doc Ep. 2- Cash And Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 9:22


    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.

    BELL 2 BELL with the Doc- Don't glue it up and go!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 12:34


    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.

    From the Principal's Desk Ep.9- Dangers of Data

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 40:14


    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

    From the Principal's Desks Ep 8-Interview with Coach Carl "Bubba" White

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 63:44


    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

    From the Principal's Desk Ep 7- Interview with Chuck Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 67:26


    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

    From the Principals Desk Ep 6- Don't Forget the Little Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 43:10


    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

    Form the Principal's desk Ep 5 Building Your Tribe ( Relationships with Staff)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 40:35


    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

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