Greater is in Me: Informing, Inspiring, and Influencing Yourself and Others

Collaboration is a life skill, but some students may be reluctant to engage with their peers. In this episode, P. Sloan Joseph shares strategies for increasing collaboration, which may improve school/classroom culture, student engagement, and assessments. The information from this episode is a snippet from a full workshop Sloan offers entitled, First-Class Conversations. If you found this information useful and would like her to bring it to your school/district/organization, contact her at psloanjoseph@greaterisinmenow.com. #InformInspireInfluence A resource to use for fostering classroom discussions: Get Them Talking by Susan Edwards. Order it at https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Them-Talk-Discussions-Classrooms/dp/1560902663 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Our most successful students are usually those who have positive feelings about the school environment. But, what happens when students feel like they don't fit the mold for the "right way" to behave and learn? In this episode, Sloan discusses how a sense of belonging can impact learning outcomes. She also shares resources by Heather Rubin, Lisa Estrada, Andrea Honigsfeld, TJ Rumler, and Dr. Melissa Sadin. These resources provide info. on research-based multilingual strategies and trauma-informed practices. This information is a snippet from a full workshop Sloan offers entitled, TECHquity for Students with Specialized Learning Needs. If you found this information useful and would like her to bring it to your school/district/organization, contact her at psloanjoseph@greaterisinmenow.com RESOURCES: TJ Rumler Consulting-https://tjrumler.com/ Book: ELL Frontier--https://www.amazon.com/ELL-Frontiers-Technology-Instruction-Learners/dp/1506315089 Book: https://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Sadin-Nathan-Teachers-Trauma/dp/0999790811 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greaterisinmepodcast/support

If we want to create a positive school/classroom culture, it's necessary to include our students in the process. Vision boards are a way to learn about what our students want to achieve at school and at home. By doing so, we can make connections and create a community of care. As a result, our school/classroom culture will improve. In this episode, Sloan discusses the components and process for creating digital vision boards. This information is a snippet from a full workshop she offers entitled, Reimagining Classroom Management: Using Tech to Connect. If you found this information useful and would like her to bring it to your school/district/organization, contact her at psloanjoseph@greaterisinmenow.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greaterisinmepodcast/support

In less than two minutes a day, we can have small interactions that make a big impact. Whether it's a quick smile or saying "hello," you never know how you can create a positive experience in the lives of those around you. Also, in this episode, the host shares a strategy, Question of the Day, that will help to create a sense of care and community in your classroom or on your team. Twitter tags referenced in this episode @AMLE @DanaeAcker @gradydoctor @houstonkraft --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

The word "relationships" can often be overused and misused. This episode explores three phases of relationship-building (establishing, maintaining, and restoring) in order to transform them into harmonious interactions filled with genuine concern and effective communication (rapport). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Teacher Appreciation Week was last week. Let's keep the attitude of gratitude going by connecting with fellow educators who have helped us along our EDU journey. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Technology has it's place, but personal connections and a sense of belonging are what improves school & classroom culture. The result--more engagement among students and staff. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

In this episode.. Are you concerned about the amount of movement that takes place at the door? How does sitting by the door contribute to negative student behaviors and academic performance? Are you willing to change your seating chart and room layout in order to improve the impact on learning? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

As we begin the second half of the 21-22 school year, how can we revisit, revise, and reimagine the class culture we want to have? This episode shares takeaways from an article by Gabriel “Asheru” Benn (Ed Leadership Magazine, Sept 2018). Connect with Gabriel on Twitter @Asheru and Ed Leadership @ASCD. Read the article, You Don't Know Me Like That, at https://www.ascd.org/el/classroom-management-reimagined --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

As parents/guardians, educators, and advocates for children, are we focused on past inappropriate actions (punishment) or training children for appropriate action in the future (discipline)? Will the result be fear, shame, and guilt? Or security and trust? Either way, it will impact our relationships with our children. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Hard conversations are a part of everyday life. How do we have these conversations in a way that brings about progress and/or resolution? Episode Image Credit: https://www.shutterstock.com/video/clip-2104151-two-business-people-talking-face --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Balancing self-care and success can get tricky. Setting goals and establishing a network to support and celebrate us really helps. Whether it's tech tools, strategies, or colleagues, the key to NOT getting overwhelmed is to #FindYourFive. Other episodes referenced in ep 40: 3: Working Hard & Taking Naps 21: Be Careful What You Ask For 22: Part 2-Be Careful What You Ask For Resources mentioned in this episode: Jack Berckemeyer @JBerckemeyer and the Nuts & Bolts Symposium Mona Elleithee @renewedharmony Hedreich NiChols @Hedreich Matthew X. Joseph @MatthewXJoseph Jorge Valenzuela @JorgeDoesPBL Basil Marin @basil_marin Upstate Technology Conference (UTC) @upstatetech Hashtags from this episode: #FiveYourFive #UTCatHome #utc2021 #2021utc #nutsnbolts21 #nutsnbolts2021 #InformInspireInfluence #SEL #Equity #Engagement #Leadership --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Being an equity advocate is a long-term commitment. It isn’t something that will be completed after one book, one discussion, or one interaction. These 5 steps will help you in being effective as you advocate for equitable learning environments. Resources: Original blog post: https://pepgc.org/2021/02/05/5-steps-for-improving-equity-advocacy-by-p-sloan-joseph/ Book-Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? by Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum Podcast-The Leading Equity Podcast with Dr. Sheldon Eakins Youtube Channel-TedTalk (Education Equity) Twitter Chats- #BreatheEDU, #CultureEd, #MasteryChat Public Education Partners (PEP) Greenville Youtube Channel-Small Bites with Hedreich Nichols --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Our special guest, Tasha Joyner, is the founder of READy to Evolve, LLC--an educational consulting firm.  Tasha uses her life as a wife, mother, and 16 years as a public school educator to model the importance of investing in ourselves and others. In this episode, she shares about having a strong support system at work and at home. She also gives examples of "doing it afraid" on this journey of fulfilling the greatness that exists within. Special Guest Contact Info: tjoyner1908@gmail.com Hashtags from this episode: #MyYOUNGERSister #EquityWarrior #SEL #SocialEmotionalLearning #Equity #PayItForward #InformInspireInfluence #Purpose #OneWord #Better #Selfconfidence #ASeatAtTheTable #RestorativePractice #BetterTogether #Casel #CriticalConversations #BringPeopleTogether #DoItScared #SendFaithToAnswerWhenFearKnocks #Fearlessly #StartWithSelf #WeLOVEOurMama #WeLOVEChickfila --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

A quote by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.--“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” Are we using what we have to help people FLY? Do our policies, culture, curriculums, lesson plans and practices help ALL people fly, or just the ones that look like us, live like us, believe like we believe? Resources from this episode Speech by Dr. King, "KeepMovingfromThisMountain"--http://okra.stanford.edu/transcription/document_images/Vol05Scans/10Apr1960_KeepMovingfromThisMountain,AddressatSpelmanCollege.pdf HBCU 101: https://hbculifestyle.com/hbcus-101-getting-started/ Call Me MiSTER: https://www.clemson.edu/education/research/programs/callmemister/ SC State University: http://www.scsu.edu/ Spelman College: https://www.spelman.edu/ Small Bites with Hedreich Nichols: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=small+bites+hedreich+nichols&page&utm_source=opensearch The Leading Equity Center with Dr. Sheldon Eakins: https://www.leadingequitycenter.com/ Principal Baruti Kafele: https://principalkafele.com/ Edutopia: https://www.edutopia.org/ Cult of Pedagogy: https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/pod/ Teaching Tolerance: https://www.tolerance.org/ Black Gaze Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/blackgazepodcast/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

It takes a village to raise a child. And the child who is not embraced by the village will burn it down to feel its warmth. (African Proverb) What can we do to make sure all of our kids and students feel connected, loved, and appreciated? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Since 2020 has been full of surprises, I have a few questions about Halloween, Election Day, and Thanksgiving. I also want to make sure we are training our students to be critical thinkers, so they will be effective leaders now and in the future. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Sometimes going in a new direction is t a bad thing. You’re still going to reach your goal, so enjoy the journey and find a way to go from lemons to lemonade. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Living is doing what you enjoy. Learning is is realizing the greatness in you and others. Both are necessary really love a positive and productive life! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Who do you have in your life to help you “breathe?” Those people are important to you being able to fulfilling the greatness that exists within. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

What do you do to protect your sanity? How do you “power off” to make sure you rest and restore? Once you power back on, what are you going to do to inform, inspire, and influence the spaces where you are most comfortable? #InformInspireInfluence #GreaterIsInMePodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Although we are surrounded by negativity, we can choose to pause for positivity. In this episode, Sloan shares the positive perspectives of those who are doing great things in education. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Although we are surrounded by negativity, we can choose to pause for positivity. In this episode, Sloan shares the positive perspectives of those who are doing great things in education. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

With schools out for social distancing, everyone has their opinions about what teaching really is. Podcast host, P. Sloan Joseph provides clarity on what teachers REALLY do when school is in session. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

What happens when there’s a field trip, the bus breaks down, the kids are singing Baby Shark, and having a Renegade dance contest? You call or text your “core” to talk you off the edge! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

The “real world” can be tough. How do we extend grace without being taken advantage of? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Most people have good intentions. But, do our actions empower or enable those around us? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

In this episode, P. Sloan Joseph talks about the impact trauma has on teaching and learning. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

P. Sloan Joseph talks about why she decided NOT to create resolutions for 2020. Instead she shares her ideas on selecting #OneThing to focus on to maintain her physical & mental health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

What happens when you want to grow, but fear is holding you hostage? Be careful what you ask for because you might just get it! Listen as P. Sloan Joseph shares how her fear of flying, large crowds, and small spaces is tested in order for her to reach her goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

What happens when you want to grow, but fear is holding you hostage? Be careful what you ask for because you might just get it! Listen as P. Sloan Joseph shares how her fear of flying, large crowds, and small spaces is tested in order for her to reach her goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

We all experience moments of personal and professional frustration and disappointment. What do you do until the storm is over? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

What does flag football, steak, and classroom observations have in common? In this episode. P. Sloan shares stories about prioritizing the needs of others. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Have you ever wanted someone to stop talking? What do you say to them? Do you use the “S” word? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

It’s time to head back to school. What will parents and educators need to do to make sure this is the best year ever? Listen to episode 17 for a few tips. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Do you desire positive changes in your relationships? At work? As a parent? It’s time for us to “name it and claim it”! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Distractions are all around us. What do we do When the distractions can actually improve our lives, but keeps us from reaching our goals? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

What are the different roles you play each day? in each of these roles, are you helping or hindering others to be their best? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

What sacrifices have you made to reach your goals? What are you willing to lose so you can win? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Achieving our goals will not be a straight path. It’s filled with highs and lows. Who (or what) do we lean on when we need a little push? Follow on Twitter @psjoseph718 Follow on Instagram @greaterisinme_ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

How do you handle it when you have a plan and life throws you a curve ball? Do you look at it as an obstacle or an opportunity? Follow on Twitter @psjoseph718 Follow on Instagram @greaterisinme_ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

It takes a village. What can we do to help others be successful when they are being “tested”? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Trusting the process and believe that everything will come full circle when you are on the journey to fulfill the greatest that’s within. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

There are exciting and scary parts of life. And rebuilding what we want to fulfill our greatness starts with small, intentional steps! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

You work hard. Now take some time to enjoy life! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Are we able to celebrate the accomplishments of others while waiting for our dreams to come true? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

What’s more important? Making money or making a difference in the world around us? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

We improve our world by being kind to ourselves and others. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Let’s talk about working hard and being successful! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Let’s talk about about establishing healthy boundaries at home and at work. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support

Let’s talk about giving grace and room to grow and how that will lead to success at home and at work. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisinmepodcast/support