Podcasts about award winning culture

With many of us on a well-deserved summer break, I am sharing once more one of my favorite episodes of the last 12 months. Knowing how to nail down that purpose-driven workplace culture is quintessential to building more successful organisations with happier employees.  Happy listening & enjoy the summer of 2024!  Warmly,  Elisa  *** How can we create an innovative, positive, and productive workplace culture? It doesn't happen by accident. Today we speak with Bluedog Design founder Michelle Hayward, a renowned executive and thought leader who has perfected the art of culture-building with unique offerings like parental assistance, pet insurance, and an innovative "Growth Universe." We'll discuss Michelle's work advising fortune 500 companies and startups, and how she's built a company that has been repeatedly named one of the best places to work. Learn more about Bluedog and Michelle here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a common thread: Happiness is something we create. It is not something to achieve. It is a path you choose, not a destination to arrive at. So many of us spend our lives in pursuit of happiness. Instead of searching for it, we need to find ways to live it, embrace it, and implement it into our daily lives. That's why we created the 12 Steps to Happiness at Management 3.0. You can find more information and even download a free poster of the 12 steps here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

In Episode 7 of this season's Digital and Dirt Podcast, Ian sits down with Brandon Landry, the founder and innovative mind behind Walk On's Sports Bistreaux, Small Sliders, and Supper Club, for an in-depth discussion focused on the art of brand building and the profound significance of naming. Podcast Breakdown00:41-05:29 Meet Brandon Landry05:30-09:48 The Beginnings of Walk-On's09:49-13:09 Transferable Skills On and Off the Court13:10-22:18 Driving Success and Scalability22:19-37:15 Partnerships, Vision, and an Award-Winning Culture37:16-38:24 Overcoming the Obstacles of Success38:25-44:39 Expanding the Brand Portfolio44:40-53:57 Pulling for the Underdog and Providing Opportunities

How can we create an innovative, positive, and productive workplace culture? It doesn't happen by accident. Today we speak with Bluedog Design founder Michelle Hayward, a renowned executive and thought leader who has perfected the art of culture-building with unique offerings like parental assistance, pet insurance, and an innovative "Growth Universe." We'll discuss Michelle's work advising fortune 500 companies and startups, and how she's built a company that has been repeatedly named one of the best places to work. Learn more about Bluedog and Michelle here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a common thread: Happiness is something we create. It is not something to achieve. It is a path you choose, not a destination to arrive at. So many of us spend our lives in pursuit of happiness. Instead of searching for it, we need to find ways to live it, embrace it, and implement it into our daily lives. That's why we created the 12 Steps to Happiness at Management 3.0. You can find more information and even download a free poster of the 12 steps here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

Vanessa is the "Chatbooker-In-Chief" and an amazing entrepreneur. We talked about how Chatbooks came to be and how to create a work environment where everyone wants to be. Check out Chatbooks: https://chatbooks.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Highlights 00:27 - Intro 00:42 - Meet Vanessa Quigley 02:12 - Opera Singer to Entrepreneur 06:24 - Wife and Husband Build Business Together 10:21 - Mom Guilt: Let It Go 14:46 - Never Give Up 14:59 - Women in Business and Motherhood 17:38 - Chatbooks: From Scrapbooking to Book Printing 23:49 - From Instagram to Memories 26:00 - Chatbooks and the Magic of Photos 33:04 - Kids Love Chatbooks 34:20 - A Culture That Supports Working Parents --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dalton-jensen/support

Company culture is an organisation's most powerful advantage. But what makes up culture? How can organisations develop their culture to be their most important asset? Katie Burke, HubSpot's Chief People Officer, takes us on the journey to being named the #1 best workplace on Glassdoor and the #1 best workplace for women by Fortune. We go behind the scenes with Katie on the definition of company culture, and how to scale it, the process behind HubSpot's hybrid work model, why flexible work is critical for diversity and inclusion, and the tough but necessary, decisions every organisation will need to make as they grow. Plus, Katie shares her personal career advice, check it out! Bookmarks (03:17) Codifying your culture (20:40) HubSpot's hybrid work model (33:44) HubSpot's employee benefits (44:47) Katie's career advice Helpful Resources The HubSpot Culture Code: Creating a Company We Love The Company Culture Code Template HubSpot's Employee Benefits

"Self-regulation will always be a challenge, but if somebody's going to be in charge, it might as well be me." Daniel Akst Watch this interview on YouTube here https://youtu.be/xjPY1-gmuNk On Today's EPISODE #298 we will cover:  ✔ What exactly is trauma and what does it look like in our brain? ✔ How do we become “traumatized”? (as an adult or child)? ✔ How can we recognize “traumatic” experiences in our life, so we can address them, (trauma-informed strategies) heal from them, and prevent them from holding us back? ✔ If our Primal Emotions are hard-wired into our brain, then how do we overcome them? (FEARS, ANGER etc)?  ✔ How can we eliminate things that are worrying us? Our CRAP (conflicts, resistances, anxieties, and problems)?  Welcome back to Season 10 of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning (that's finally being taught in our schools today) and emotional intelligence training (used in our modern workplaces) for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, an author, and an educator with a passion for learning and launched this podcast 5 years ago with the goal of bringing ALL the leading experts together (in one place) to uncover the most current research that would back up how the brain learns best, taking us ALL to new, and often unimaginable heights.    For today's episode #298, we will be speaking with someone I got to know well, as we both took and became certified with a neuroscience certification course, through Mark Waldman[i], learning the basics of neuroscience and a unique technique called neurocoaching that we can both use to help individuals, schools or organizations. Grace Reynolds, who lives in Tasmania, Australia, (near Antarctica) went on to achieve a deeper level of certification as an advanced certified trauma centered neurocoach. We've been friends and colleagues for years studying and learning brain-based coaching strategies, and she recently asked me “have you covered neuroscience and trauma yet?” I knew that we've touched on it, but hadn't covered it thoroughly yet. We have covered trauma and the brain in pieces with Dr. Bruce Perry's[ii] What Happened to You book, Sarah Peyton[iii] and her work on anxiety and self-regulation, or Dr. Lori Desautels'[iv] work on rewiring our perceptions of discipline in our schools, and it was even a part of our interview with Hans Appel[v], a school counselor whose book, Award Winning Culture took off in schools across the country.  I remember while reading Hans' book, it was in the first few pages that he mentioned how he had a difficult childhood, and he talked about how the sound of his back door opening after school would make his skin crawl as he remembered the trauma that would occur for him in his life after school, urging him to spend more and more time at school, away from home. I wonder how many of our students have stories like this. I remember in the first few pages of Dr. Bruce Perry's What Happened to You book, he talked about a student who would act out in class. It turned out that the teacher's cologne was triggering him to a bad memory of a past experience, showing us that triggers can occur and set us off when we least expect it. I wonder: How do past traumas show up and do they impact our life?  What Can They Teach Us About How We Might Respond to Certain Situations? What strategies can we use to help us to maintain balance in our life? While I didn't have an experience as painful as Hans Appel's, or the student with the cologne, these stories made me remember something from over 20 years ago that made my skin crawl, and still does. Psychological trauma impacts our brain, and can trigger us to feel threatened even when we are not in a threatening situation. When I hear the sound of ice hitting a glass from a refrigerator ice machine, this sound takes me back to a time when I remember someone pouring themselves another drink, at night, and I just didn't understand it. I can see the memory and feel the unhappiness from that time period, clearly each time I hear that sound. This traumatic memory shows me that trauma once it hits our brain, embeds itself deeply in there, until we can uncover it, identify it, and then figure out what we will do with it (forgive it) so it loses its power over us, or doesn't interfere with our future results. Trauma is something that we have recently begun to train our teachers with. Our episode with Dr. Michael Gaskell[vi] on leading schools through trauma remains one of our top most listened to episodes, and I have communicated with Mathew Portell, whose work and podcast covers Trauma Informed Education[vii]. We just haven't been able to connect to set up a time to speak but will find a way to connect his work, since there is no better time than NOW to become trauma informed. I say this at a time where it's become important to understand in my own personal life, since the world sometimes throws us curveballs, and we are forced to STOP and figure this all out. I'm sure my personal story will resonate with many of you listening, if you have children, going back to school this fall. Our girls (ages 11 and 13) have just gone back to school, (AZ students get out in May, and go back the end of July). Both are in new schools, the youngest transitioned to middle school, and the oldest in high school, and life as it was for them has changed suddenly. Life with this new transition just seemed to be a lot for both our girls, and I hear this is not uncommon. Trauma informed expert Mathew Portell, reached back to me about our interview this week, and let me know what we are experiencing with these new transitions is “becoming the norm with pre-teens and teens.” When a breakdown happens, or a situation that overtakes a child, or even an adult for that matter, we are left with trying to figure out the pieces of what to do next. In our situation, we are still working through the pieces, reading books, and looking for the best direction. I was referred to the New York Times Best Seller The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Lisa Damour[viii] to help us with some understanding of what might be happening to our girls as they are moving to new schools, entirely new friend groups, and new lives, and ways that we can help them to cope with these new experiences, with some understanding that goes beyond what our parents would have done for us—kicked us out the door and said “get to school” as the door slammed shut behind us.  Times are different now, and I know that when we know better, we can do better. So today I'm going to be asking our guest, Grace Reynolds for some strategies that could help all of us move forward in our lives, an understand what happens to our brain, during times of trauma and high stress. This is a topic we now teach in our schools, as you will know if you've been learning Dr. Bruce Perry's work, and his book, What Happened to You is a quick reminder of the fact that our students could possibly be misbehaving in class, because they are being triggered in some way from a past memory that has set them off.  Intro: Grace, we've known each other over the years, and I know that you've spent 45 years (or more) helping people come out of trauma. Can you share a bit about your background, and why you've been so successful in helping people in acute psychiatric hospitals, high security prisons, refugees, and schools, to understand and overcome trauma? Grace is from Tasmania, Australia! From our statistics, we can see all the listeners from Australia. Thanks for tuning in from down under.    Q1: What is different from the Mindfulness Neurocoaching we were certified with from Mark Waldman, versus other therapies and counseling? Q2: What is trauma and what does it look like in our brain? Q3: How do we help someone who has been “traumatized”? (as an adult or child)? Q4: How can we recognize “traumatic” experiences in our life and then what are some strategies you have to help someone heal from them? Q4B: What about our primal emotions (Panksepp) that are hard wired into our brain. I know you know these emotions well.  How do you teach people to overcome their FEARS (me jumping off the boat), or the FEAR of the unknown (like my daughter being afraid of her future because school is new) or ANGER? Q5: What other questions should I ask about trauma/brain? Q6: How do our core emotions/values tie in? Q7: How do we use our 7 Primal Emotions (Panksepp-Curiosity, Caring, Playfulness, Sadness, Fear, Rage/Anger, Lust) for our benefit? Q8: How do you use/teach the CRAP BOARD (to eliminate conflicts, resistances, anxieties and problems)? Q9: Final thoughts, and how can people work with you? CONNECT WITH GRACE REYNOLDS Mobile:  +61 477744767 https://www.facebook.com/mindfulneurocoaching https://twitter.com/mindfulneurocch https://www.instagram.com/mindfulneurocoaching/ FINAL THOUGHTS This interview with my good friend Grace helped me to see that no matter who we are (a parent struggling with something at work, or home) or a child struggling with life, and their new transitions, there is current brain-research and mindfulness based strategies we can all use, immediately to self-regulate, and move forward. I had forgotten about some of them, but will begin to use Grace's suggestions myself and with my family, and hope that her ideas have helped you to look a bit closer at your own life, and perhaps why certain things might make you feel uneasy. It is just the way our brain is wired to keep us safe.   How can we all use this new understanding of our brain to move us forward?   I'll let you explore how you will do this, but I'm going to update my CRAP board, and see what conflicts, resistances, anxieties and problems I have TODAY vs the one I did in 2018 to see which ones are REAL and VALID and if I can cross any of them off my list, and get them all out of my head.   I'm also going to attempt a CRAP BOARD with my girls, to see if it helps them to get their worries out of their head, and onto paper for us to look at and solve together.   And with that, I'll close out this episode and will see you next week and we go back to PART 2 of Going Back to the Basics. See you next week. RESOURCES Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EP #273 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-on-self-regulation-using-neuroscience-to-regulate-automatic-negative-thoughts-emotions-and-behaviors/ Thermoregulatory Theory of Yawning: What we Know From Over 5 Years of Research Jan. 2013  https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnins.2012.00188/full Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EP #287 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-on-using-neuroscience-to-understand-our-emotions-feelings-and-life/   REFERENCES:  [i]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EP #30  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/neuroscience-researcher-mark-robert-waldman-on-brain-network-theory-and-the-12-brain-based-experiential-living-principles/   [ii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EP #168 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dr-bruce-perry-and-steve-graner-from-the-neurosequential-network-on-what-we-should-all-know-about-what-happened-to-you/   [iii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EP #92 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/author-and-neuroscience-educator-sarah-peyton-on-brain-network-theory-default-mode-network-anxiety-and-emotion-regulation/   [iv]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EP #56 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/educational-neuroscience-pioneer-dr-lori-desautels-on-her-new-book-about-connections-over-compliance-rewiring-our-perceptions-of-discipline/   [v]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EP #63 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/author-hans-appel-on-building-award-winning-culture-in-your-school-or-organization/   [vi]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EP #172 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dr-michael-gaskell-on-leading-schools-through-trauma-a-data-driven-approach-to-helping-children-heal/   [vii] Matthew Portell https://www.tienetwork.org/   [viii] The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Lisa Damour https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+emotional+lives+of+teenagers&hvadid=630690198419&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9030068&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10597122911661210593&hvtargid=kwd-1871630612096&hydadcr=7635_13469277&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_olg1febz5_e  

Jeff is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Undivided Life. A culture expert and nationally recognized motivational speaker with a passion for human formation and innovation, Jeff's journey into serial entrepreneurship began at Texas A&M University, where during college, Jeff developed and launched the nation's largest college safe-ride program to reduce drunk driving, CARPOOL.Before Undivided Life, Jeff co-founded 5, an energy advisory firm, where he designed and implemented a culture architecture that propelled the firm to numerous accolades for growth, culture, innovation, and leadership. Jeff began his energy career at First Choice Power, where he served in several roles, including Vice President of Sales.   Jeff lives in Irving, Texas, with his wife and their six kids.Personal Awards: National Daily Point of Light Award, Texas Governor's Volunteer Service Award, Texas A&M University 12 Under 12 Young Alumni Spotlight Company Awards: Best Companies to Work for in Texas, Texas Monthly (6x), Entrepreneur 360, Most Entrepreneurial Companies in America, Entrepreneur (3x), Best Workplaces in America, Inc Magazine (5x), Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Company List, Inc. Magazine (5x), America's Fastest Growing Companies, Financial Times, Aggie 100 Fastest Growing Aggie-Owned Companies (4x), Best Small Workplaces in America, Fortune (5x), and more. Don't forget to hit subscribe so you never miss a new episode and drop a review. It's the best way to support my growing podcast. Subscribe or review on Apple Podcasts HERE Subscribe or review on Spotify HERE To your richest possible life! Nathan Follow me for daily ideas about living a richer life. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richlifeguy/ Show Notes:Second mountain in career [9:00]The astounding story of Jeff stopped being afraid [12:53]Jeff's entrepreneurial journey [22:48]Building an award winning culture [35:44]Undivided life explained [40:35]How to build an Undivided Life [1:03:27] Episode links: www.undivided.lifehttps://www.energyby5.com/homehttps://carpool.tamu.edu/Follow Jeff! https://www.linkedin.com/in/schiefelbein/www.richlifeguy.comwww.richlifeguy.com

Alice Hanna is the People and Culture Manager at Melbourne based Kapitol Group, recent winner of a 2022 Best Place to Work award - the first time a construction company has ever topped the list. Kapitol's award winning culture is no accident and Alice has leveraged her people, culture and psychology background to evolve a feedback rich workplace that is challenging industry norms. Driven to leave places better than she found them, throughout her career Alice has gravitated towards traditionally male-dominated industries where she has championed diversity, normalised the conversation around mental health and leveled-up leadership skills around self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Alice shares how she approaches the challenges of male dominated industries with optimism, making small changes that have a big impact. Read the full shownotes: www.zoerouth.com/podcast/corporate-culture-alice-hanna

In the first episode back since our short hiatus, Chris is joined by Richard Mabey, Co-Founder & CEO of Juro, an all-in-one contract automation platform that helps legal counsel and their teams to agree and manage contracts in one unified workspace. Juro has a glittering list of clients including Deliveroo and Cazoo.Juro was recently voted the no.1 start-up to work for in London for 2022, and in this episode, Richard dived into exactly what makes Juro such a great place to work - from their exceptionally crafted culture, to their award winning methods for attracting the right employees to the business. He also discusses how a strong customer success function has been integral to their success as a SaaS business and how they have navigated the pressure for rapid growth that often occurs post VC investment.  This was a really great episode with an engaging and incredibly people-focused founder, give it a listen and hope you enjoy!

In this 213th episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Jennifer Appel. She is an amazing educator, coach, speaker and the author of several books including:  Inspiring JOY:  A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework for Teaching the Whole Learner, and picture books: Award Winning Dog and I'M WHO... We talk about Award Winning Culture, her books and how every teacher can make an impact with students in the area of social emotional learning regardless of what grade they teach, or content. I hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving Break. I am thankful for you for listening to The Wired Educator Podcast and the difference you make every day. Jennifer Appel is an educator, coach, speaker, and writer.  She's the Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture.  In addition to being the author of the highly anticipated book: “Inspiring JOY:  A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework for Teaching the Whole Learner,” she's the author of a line of picture books focusing on Social Emotional Learning and Character Ed which includes, “Award Winning Dog and I'm WHO.” Mentioned in this episode:  Jennifer Appel's Books: Inspiring JOY, Award Winning Dog and I'M WHO... Jennifer Appel's website:  awardwinningculture.com Jennifer Appel's twitter and instagram:  @jennifermappel Sign up for Kelly's newsletter by clicking here.  Both of Kelly's books are 25% off right now and can be purchased by clicking here.  Sign-up for Kelly's newsletter here. Kelly Croy is an author, speaker, and educator. If you'd like to learn more about Kelly or invite him to your school or conference to speak please send him an email.  Subscribe to The Wired Educator Podcast with 212 episodes of interviews and professional development. • Visit Kelly's website at www.KellyCroy.com. • Looking for a dynamic speaker for your school's opening day? • Consider Kelly Croy at www.KellyCroy.com • Order Kelly's books, Along Came a Leaderand Unthink Before Bed: A Children's Book on Mindfulness for your personal library. • Follow Kelly Croy on Facebook.  • Follow Kelly Croy on Twitter.  •  Follow Kelly Croy on Instagram             

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans break down the difference between a classroom observer and classroom guest. Later, Hans shares a few elements of his favorite classroom visits. Purchase a copy of Jennifer's new book, Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework For Teaching the Whole Learner at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble.---- Signed copies available soon at: awardwinningculture.com Be sure and check out all the free downloads, book study, sample lesson plans, LESSICONS, etc at: awardwinningculture.com Snag a copy of Hans', Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Signed copies available at: awardwinningculture.com Pick up a copy of Jennifer's Picture books I'm Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy OR Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, signed copies at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators' quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans break down a cutting edge lesson planning framework to teach the whole learner. Purchase a copy of Jennifer's new book, Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework For Teaching the Whole Learner at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble.---- Signed copies available soon at: awardwinningculture.com Be sure and check out all the free downloads, book study, sample lesson plans, LESSICONS, etc at: awardwinningculture.com Snag a copy of Hans', Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Signed copies available at: awardwinningculture.com Pick up a copy of Jennifer's Picture books I'm Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy OR Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, signed copies at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators' quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

JeVon McCormick is the President and CEO of Scribe Media, a publishing company that helps individuals from a variety of backgrounds write, publish and market their books.  In today's show, JeVon shares his personal journey as a mixed-raced child from a broken family to creating an award-winning organizational company that puts people first. JeVon also discusses why he doesn't do words like “wish, hope, or luck.”

In this solo episode, Jennifer offers listeners a preview of her new book: Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework For Teaching the Whole Learner, as she reads the preface out loud. Purchase a copy of Jennifer's new book, Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework For Teaching the Whole Learner at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble. Signed copies available soon at: awardwinningculture.com Be sure and check out all the free downloads, book study, sample lesson plans, LESSICONS, etc at: awardwinningculture.com Snag a copy of Hans', Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Signed copies available at: awardwinningculture.com Pick up a copy of Jennifer's Picture books I'm Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy OR Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, signed copies at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators' quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans share a few big ideas from Jennifer's new book, Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework for Teaching the Whole Learner. Later, Jennifer shares a few of her favorite free downloads. Purchase a copy of Jennifer's new book, Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework For Teaching the Whole Learner at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble.----COMING SOON!! Signed copies available soon at: awardwinningculture.com Be sure and check out all the free downloads, book study, sample lesson plans, LESSICONS, etc at: awardwinningculture.com Snag a copy of Hans', Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Signed copies available at: awardwinningculture.com Pick up a copy of Jennifer's Picture books I'm Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy OR Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, signed copies at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators' quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans compare city and beach climates to the feel of a school classroom. Later, Jennifer reflects on an inspiring classroom climate from her own childhood. Purchase a copy of Jennifer's new book, Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework For Teaching the Whole Learner at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble.----COMING SOON!! Signed copies available soon at: awardwinningculture.com Be sure and check out all the free downloads, book study, sample lesson plans, LESSICONS, etc at: awardwinningculture.com Snag a copy of Hans', Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Signed copies available at: awardwinningculture.com Pick up a copy of Jennifer's Picture books I'm Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy OR Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, signed copies at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators' quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans explore how self-care fosters our ability to tap into creativity. Later, Hans shares a couple of his favorite practices for fostering creativity. Purchase a copy of Jennifer's new book, Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework For Teaching the Whole Learner at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble.----COMING SOON!! Signed copies available soon: Be sure and check out all the free downloads, book study, sample lesson plans, LESSICONS, etc at: awardwinningculture.com Snag a copy of Hans', Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Signed copies available at: awardwinningculture.com Pick up a copy of Jennifer's Picture books I'm Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy OR Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, signed copies at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators' quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this Teaser episode, Jennifer and Hans offer a quick preview on Season 2 of the Award Winning Culture Podcast. Purchase a copy of Jennifer's new book, Inspiring Joy: A Revolutionary Lesson Planning Framework For Teaching the Whole Learner at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble.----COMING SOON!! Signed copies available soon: Be sure and check out all the free downloads, book study, sample lesson plans, LESSICONS, etc at: awardwinningculture.com Snag a copy of Hans', Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Signed copies available at: awardwinningculture.com Pick up a copy of Jennifer's Picture books I'm Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy OR Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, signed copies at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators' quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this solo episode, Hans offers listeners a preview of his hit book, as he reads the Preface out loud. Afterwards, he shares his biggest purpose in writing Award Winning Culture. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Inspiring Joy, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: awardwinningculture.com/speaking.html#/ Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans share their thoughts on how one person can create cultural change. Later, Hans riffs on how he’d change his own life. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Inspiring Joy, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: awardwinningculture.com/speaking.html#/ Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans chat about the negativity of Gaslighting within education. Later, Jennifer reveals how she differentiates between perception and reality. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Inspiring Joy, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: awardwinningculture.com/speaking.html#/ Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

Hans Appel is an educator, speaker, and writer deeply committed to inspiring the whole child. He's the author of, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community. Additionally, he's the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team, Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. He's worked as a counselor in the Richland School District for the past 20 years and at Enterprise Middle School since it opened. He's passionate about school culture, servant leadership, and kindness. In 2018, EMS was awarded the ASCD Whole Child Award for the State of Washington and the Global “Class Act Award” for creating a culture of excellence through kindness, service, and empathy. Additionally, they were selected as a finalist in the 2019 PBIS Film Festival and took top prize in the Community, Parents, and Staff category. In 2018, Hans launched his own blog about School Culture and rolled out a student-led leadership podcast called Award Winning Culture: Hosted by Wildcat Nation, which can be subscribed, listened or reviewed on iTunes Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, PodBean, and Libsyn. Hans' blogs have appeared on DisruptED TV magazine, CharacterStrong, Teach Better, AIMS Network, and PBIS Rewards. He's written social-emotional lessons for CharacterStrong. Furthermore, he has been featured on numerous educational podcasts speaking his brand of school culture into existence. He's been a contributor on three educational books: Define Your WHY, Teachers' Reflective Impact Journal and ALL IN: Taking a Gamble in Education. Hans is a part of the coveted Teach Better Speakers Network. He presents at conferences, schools, and districts all over the country. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Amplifying Student Voice, Student-Led Podcasting, Infusing SEL into PBL, and Infusing Servant Leadership through PBIS. Hans believes that education at its highest level is about inspiring others to discover and develop their JOY.

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans explore how to improve staff meetings. Later, Hans and Jennifer create an imaginary meeting with iconic luminaries. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Inspiring Joy, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: awardwinningculture.com/speaking.html#/ Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans explore the art of navigating difficult conversations. Later, Jennifer shares how she managed a tragic phone call. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans deconstruct educator wellness through a lens of mental health, self-care, and emotional wellbeing. Later, Hans explains how he maintains wellness while using social media. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

Hans Appel is an educator, speaker, and writer deeply committed to inspiring the whole child. He's the author of Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community. Additionally, he's the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team, co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. Jennifer Appel is an educator, coach, speaker, and writer. She's the Chief Heart Officer for the Teach Better Team, Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. She's the author of a line of picture books focusing on Social Emotional Learning and Character Ed which includes, “Award Winning Dog and I'm WHO”, and soon to be author of the second book in the Award Winning Culture series. Connect with Hans & Jen! Twitter: @HansNAppel | @jennifermappel Instagram: @HansNAppel | @jennifermappel Web: awardwinningculture.com Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com

Hans Appel is an educator, speaker, and writer deeply committed to inspiring the whole child. He's the author of Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community. Additionally, he's the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team, co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. Jennifer Appel is an educator, coach, speaker, and writer. She's the Chief Heart Officer for the Teach Better Team, Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. She's the author of a line of picture books focusing on Social Emotional Learning and Character Ed which includes, “Award Winning Dog and I'm WHO”, and soon to be author of the second book in the Award Winning Culture series. Connect with Hans & Jen! Twitter: @HansNAppel | @jennifermappel Instagram: @HansNAppel | @jennifermappel Web: awardwinningculture.com Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com

In this episode, Hans and Jennifer discuss the impact of some recent health changes and how they’re falling back into Character, Excellence, and Community to work their way through the ups and downs of fighting Cancer. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans differentiate positivity from optimism and the effects on relationships. Later, Jennifer remembers how someone’s expert optimism impacted her own health. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

Welcome back to The Main Thing Podcast! I'm your host Skip Lineberg. Our special guest today is Hans Appel. He's an educator, speaker and writer, deeply committed to inspiring the whole child. Hans is the author of, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community.   Additionally, he's the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team, Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. He and his wife Jennifer reside in Kennewick, Washington. Get ready! Over the next nine minutes, you will discover why Hans Appel is one of the wisest people I know! Resources Get to know Hans on YouTube Connect with Hans Appel on Twitter:  @HansNAppel Check out Hans' podcast "Award Winning Culture" on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Podcasts Get Hans' book "Award Winning Culture: Building School‑Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence and Community" at our Book Shop Credits Editor and Technical Advisor Bob Hotchkiss Graphic Designer Emma Malinoski Brand & Strategy Advisor Andy Malinoski   Connect with Us on Social Facebook @TheMainThingPod LinkedIn - The Main Thing Podcast Twitter @TheMainThingPod   Want to Help Support the Growth of this Podcast? Become a subscriber. Share the podcast with one or two friends. Buy some Main Thing Merch from our Merchandise Store. Become a patron of the show and consider supporting us on Patreon with a nominal, goodwill monetary donation. Buy a book from our Book Shop - see below. Our Book Shop Enjoy books authored or recommended by guests of The Main Thing Podcast - here.

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans explore self-care through the context of their own lives. Later, Hans explains a food habit that’s helped him with time management and wellness. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Educator Wellness, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans explore hope and optimism within the global pandemic. Later, Hans shares one strategy to uncover the light within darkness. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

Hans Appel is an educator, speaker, and writer deeply committed to inspiring the whole child. He's the author of, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community. Additionally, he's the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team, Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. He's worked as a counselor in the Richland School District for the past 19 years and at Enterprise Middle School since it opened. He's passionate about school culture, servant leadership, and kindness. In 2018, EMS was awarded the ASCD Whole Child Award for the State of Washington and the Global “Class Act Award” for creating a culture of excellence through kindness, service, and empathy. Additionally, they were selected as a finalist in the 2019 PBIS Film Festival and took top prize in the Community, Parents, and Staff category. In 2018, Hans launched his own blog about School Culture and rolled out a student-led leadership podcast called Award Winning Culture: Hosted by Wildcat Nation, which can be subscribed, listened or reviewed on iTunes Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, PodBean, and Libsyn. Hans' blogs have appeared on DisruptED TV magazine, CharacterStrong, Teach Better, AIMS Network, and PBIS Rewards. He's written social-emotional lessons for CharacterStrong. Furthermore, he has been featured on numerous educational podcasts speaking his brand of school culture into existence. He's been a contributing writer on four educational books: “Teachers Deserve It,” “ Define Your WHY: Own Your Story So You Can Live and Learn On Purpose,” “A Teacher's Reflective Impact Journal,” and “ALL IN: Taking a Gamble in Education.”

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans discuss the importance and excuse of time. Later, they imagine returning to a certain time period in the past. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans share powerful examples of visuals which support them and others to reach for their best self. Later, Jennifer shares one lasting image she hopes to imprint on all her learners. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans analyze the necessary character traits for educators. Later, Jennifer tells us which character qualities made her stick around with Hans. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

Here are four things we learned in building a team who wins culture awards over and over* 1. We learned to stop focusing on how people *should* think and started understanding how they *do* think. Instead of trying to find or create perfect people, we tried to create the best environment for imperfect people to succeed. 2. We learned "If you want to be loved, you have to give up trying to being liked" and it changed our leadership style. We stopped trying to be liked by many and started focusing on being loved by our community - for all of our faults and positives alike. It sounds nice, but it ain't for the faint of heart. 3. We stopped caring if our team 'liked' each other - but demanded they respect one another. Friendships are nice but they are not necessary for success. There are people at our company who I'm not friends with - and I'm quite certain they don't 'like' me - but we respect one another and I trust them. We made it known success is quitting and working backwards from there. How are we helping them get to the place where they will quit successfully for us all and measure ourselves against that goal every single week.

On this episode of Tackling Tech, Tierra Leustig interviews Jennifer Appel, an instructional coach, educator of 22 years, author, speaker, coach, co-host the Award-Winning Culture podcast with her husband Hans Appel, and the Chief Heart Officer for the Teach Better team. Jennifer shares strategies on maintaining a positive school culture and teaching SEL in a remote setting.

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans intentionally break down intentionality. Later, Jennifer envisions how to bring more intentionality to her own life. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans wonder how to take failure and turn it into success. Later, Hans remembers a personal rejection and how it transformed his outlook. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

This is one of those interviews that ALL educators should listen to. Hans Appel, author of Award Winning Culture, and co-host of the Award Winning Culture Podcast, shares steps that helped transform his school to become an award winning and nationally recognized middle school. Hans is definitely a school counselor at heart. He has worked in the Richland School District for the past 19 years. He's passionate about school culture, servant leadership, and kindness. That's exactly what he shares with us in this episode! Share this with your school staff! Hans Appel is an educator, speaker, and writer deeply committed to inspiring the whole child. He’s the author of, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community. Additionally, he’s the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team, Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. Website: http://www.awardwinningculture.com/#/ Award Winning Culture Book Links: at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore his availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join Hans for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans focus on the importance of empowering all stakeholders in the learning environment. Later, Jennifer shares something she created that she’s most proud of. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans chat about their newest family member within the umbrella of trauma. Later, Jennifer reflects on her most impacted learners. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans ponder the need for accommodations within the context of good teaching. Later, Hans imagines his most helpful childhood accommodation. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

In this episode, Jennifer and Hans examine the superpowers within education and how to tap into student strengths. Later, Jennifer imagines how superpowers might transform education. Snag a copy of Hans’ new book, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community at: Amazon OR Barnes & Noble Pick up a copy of Jennifer’s new Picture book I’m Who AVAILABLE NOW at awardwinningculture.com or on Amazon or Etsy Award Winning Dog is also available at Amazon, Etsy, OR at: awardwinningculture.com Connect on Twitter/Instagram: @HansNAppel @JenniferMAppel Follow Award Winning Culture on: Twitter: @awculture Instagram: @awardwinningculture Facebook: Award-Winning-Culture You Tube: Award Winning Culture Email: awardwinningculture@gmail.com Visit us at: awardwinningculture.com The Award Winning Culture Academy offers an ever-growing collection of courses to support educators’ quest to create joyful learning experiences for each student. Join us for a VIP pass to cutting edge theory and practice delivered in an on-demand style approach to professional development at: awardwinningculture.teachable.com Are you an auditory learner? Check out this amazing opportunity from Listenable to access nearly 1000 online audio courses on Leadership, Self-Care, Education, Relationships, Personal Development, Psychology, etc. Sign up for a free 7 day trial here: bit.ly/3lP3Vxt Check out the Teach Better Team at: teachbetter.com Jennifer and Hans offer keynotes, breakout sessions, half-day, full day and 2 day professional development. Topics include: Creating an Award Winning Culture, Supporting PBIS through Servant Leadership, Infusing SEL into Project Based Learning, Amplifying Student Voice, and Student-Led Podcasting. To bring Jennifer or Hans to your next school, district, or conference event explore their availability at: teachbetter.com/speakersnetwork Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts…

Educator, Speaker, Writer, fellow Teach Better Team Podcaster Hans Appel is an educator, speaker, and writer deeply committed to inspiring the whole child. He's the author of, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community. Additionally, he's the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team, Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. He's worked as a counselor in the Richland School District for the past 19 years and at Enterprise Middle School since it opened. He's passionate about school culture, servant leadership, and kindness. In 2018, EMS was awarded the ASCD Whole Child Award for the State of Washington and the Global “Class Act Award” for creating a culture of excellence through kindness, service, and empathy. Additionally, they were selected as a finalist in the 2019 PBIS Film Festival and took top prize in the Community, Parents, and Staff category. In 2018, Hans launched his own blog about School Culture and rolled out a student-led leadership podcast called Award Winning Culture: Hosted by Wildcat Nation, which can be subscribed, listened or reviewed on iTunes Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, PodBean, and Libsyn. Hans' blogs have appeared on DisruptED TV magazine, CharacterStrong, Teach Better, AIMS Network, and PBIS Rewards. He's written social-emotional lessons for CharacterStrong. Furthermore, he has been featured on numerous educational podcasts speaking his brand of school culture into existence. He's been a contributor on three educational books: Define Your WHY, Teachers' Reflective Impact Journal and ALL IN: Taking a Gamble in Education. Hans believes that education at its highest level is about inspiring others to discover and develop their JOY. Hans' Story - Educator by Day ACES home, childhood oasis, connected to teachers and adults because of this Developed a student led podcast. Education nerds that start the day with a walk. School Culture blog (AWC), student podcast, Podcast, then the book Loves the idea of educators creating content Award Winning Culture People wanted to know how they were getting results School began winning awards - ASCD Whole Child “What is the magic happening here?” School-wide framework Character, Excellence, Community - “House Rules” Jen is writing the sequel; designed for the classroom SEL & Character Ed … “They are the Plate” Challenge: Story of an assault scenario in school. This was a veteran teacher; these kids were not enemies Hopeful: A renewed focus on the whole child. Inspire others to develop their joy. Live out your why! Pursue joy! It is deeper than happiness. “A pizza on Friday, makes me happy...maybe a beer too.” GUEST CONTACT TWITTER - Hans Appel HOST CONTACT INFORMATION TWITTER Dr. Jeff Prickett Adam DeWitt FACEBOOK Principal Leadership Lab Dr. Jeff Prickett Adam DeWitt

Leadership journeys often uncover opportunities to take on “stretch roles” – positions that require new skill sets and new responsibilities, and which yield great rewards. Moving into these roles requires courage, confidence and a willingness to step out of one's comfort zone. In this episode, Kris Yates, President of Allsteel (a division of HNI Corporation) and Leading Women Executives Ambassador, 2011, shares how embracing stretch roles has enhanced her career and benefited her company.   Managing Revenue in a Pandemic [2:05] Becoming Bolder [5:14] Helping Allsteel to Adapt and Pivot [6:31] Taking on Stretch Roles [8:55] Lessons from Leading Women Executives [11:55] Fostering an Award-Winning Culture [12:48]

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In this episode, I chat with Jennifer Appel, an educator, author, coach, speaker, co-founder of Award Winning Culture, and Chief Heart Officer for the Teach Better Team. She is also the author of “Award Winning Dog.” Jennifer is driven to create an environment where all students are able to learn and become passionate about serving others. Through her leadership, her school was awarded national and international awards for creating a culture of excellence through kindness, service, and empathy. During our chat, Jennifer discusses how she was leading a school that was over capacity and how she implemented a comprehensive approach to SEL using the Character Strong program to address the school culture and climate that was beginning to buckle under the weight of so many people. She shares some practical tips such as her school's “house rules” of character, excellence, and community as well as the importance of maintaining a positive attitude. Jennifer also stresses the fact that everyone can do this work by starting simple and focusing on just one thing. Enjoy. Connect on Twitter: @jennifermappel @awcpodcasting Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Award-Winning-Dog-Jennifer-Appel/dp/1735058505/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=award+winning+dog&qid=1596753891&sr=8-2 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecounternarrative/support

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