Podcast appearances and mentions of jim van allan

In this episode of Culture Eats Everything Podcast, Jim Van Allan, President of The Energy Bus for Schools, shares powerful insights on leadership, engagement, and fostering positive cultures. With a PhD in educational leadership, he discusses the crossover between building successful schools and thriving organizations. Tune in to discover actionable strategies to energize your culture, whether in education or business!Click here to buy our book:

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you create schedules for observing teachers in advance? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Dr. Jim Van Allan Dr. Jim Van […] The post PMP419: Energy Bus for Schools with Dr. Jim Van Allan and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

Today our guest is Dr. Jim Van Allen, President of The Energy Bus for Schools We talk to Dr. Van Allen about building a positive school culture. He talks about how culture isn't one thing, it's everything and it dictates all that schools want to accomplish. Dr. Van Allen reminds us that we need to focus on the roots of positive school culture as we work to serve students better, and talks about the relationship between school culture and data. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Attend our next live product preview Visit the CharacterStrong Website   Dr. Jim Van Allan is President of The Energy Bus for Schools. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which gives schools the blueprint and framework to create a positive school culture. He coaches school leaders and superintendents on mindset, teamwork, communication, and culture-building. Additionally, Jim speaks to schools and districts across the country with keynotes, trainings, workshops, and student assemblies. He is the co-author of the book, The Energy Bus for Schools, with Jon Gordon. Jim is also a Professor of Communication Studies and Lead Speech Instructor with Keiser University, which is based in Florida. He teaches Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and Business Communication. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida and a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies from Florida Atlantic University. He also earned his Ph.D in Education Leadership from Keiser University. Jim studied the impact of an early version of The Energy Bus for Schools program on a model school in Ohio. Much of his research centered around the impact of sustainable professional development for schools. He lives in Palm City, Florida, with his wife and three children, Brady, Brenden, and Brinley.

Join us as we go all in with Dr. Jim Van Allen, President of The Energy Bus for Schools. With experience in creating a positive school culture using his framework, Dr. Van Allen's insights have impacted the lives of leaders and educators across the nation.   Quotables *All quotables are from the interviewee "All in is what comes to mind...That's what I've seen that inspires me... The ability for these schools to go all in and truly commit to being a positive campus." You can love people by communicating effectively with them...by doing more one on one meetings." "I believe in that...I believe in putting in the work to make sure it's [PD] specific and relevant to the people sitting there because if it's not, they will not listen or they will not get a lot out of it." About Dr. Jim: Dr. Jim Van Allan is President of The Energy Bus for Schools. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which gives schools the blueprint and framework to create a positive school culture. He coaches school leaders and superintendents on mindset, teamwork, communication, and culture-building. Additionally, Jim speaks to schools and districts across the country with keynotes, trainings, workshops, and student assemblies. He is the co-author of the book, The Energy Bus for Schools, with Jon Gordon. Jim is also a Professor of Communication Studies and Lead Speech Instructor with Keiser University, which is based in Florida. He teaches Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and Business Communication. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida and a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies from Florida Atlantic University. He also earned his Ph.D in Education Leadership from Keiser University. Jim studied the impact of an early version of The Energy Bus for Schools program on a model school in Ohio. Much of his research centered around the impact of sustainable professional development for schools. He lives in Palm City, Florida, with his wife and three children, Brady, Brenden, and Brinley. Connect with Dr. Jim:  Follow him on all social media @JimVanAllan Email him: Jim@JonGordon.com The Energy Bus for Schools Book The Energy Bus for Schools Program

Want some positive energy? Join me LIVE on Thursday, June 20th, 2024, at 4:15 EST as I talk with Dr. Jim Van Allan, President of The Energy Bus for Schools. He is a professor of communications & public speaking and is in schools throughout the year spreading positivity and culture building. He has worked closely with Jon Gordon for 18+ years. As a father of three young children, we certainly will ask Jim about balancing it all while driving the energy bus! Join us LIVE. You can learn more/purchase the book here: https://energybusforschools.com/ This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day. It is also the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Learn more here: ixl.com/elb

Today our guest is Dr. David Arencibia the Principal at Colleyville Middle School in Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. Dr. Arencibia shares about his new book, “Foundations of an Elite Culture: Building Success with High Standards and a Positive Environment.” He shares how high standards and a positive culture are the two pillars of a healthy campus, and how these two pillars can help with staff burnout, hiring, and community both inside and outside of our buildings. He also talks about Colleyville Middle School being a CharacterStrong Showcase school and he highlights the great work that the team at Colleyville is doing as they serve students and families everyday. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Join us at the 2024 CharacterStrong National Conference Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Attend our next live product preview Visit the CharacterStrong Website   Dr. David Arencibia is a highly regarded educator with over two decades of experience as a school leader, dedicated to building cultures of success. David is a sought-after keynote speaker and the author of "Foundations of an Elite Culture," released in May of 2024 and held the #1 New Release position in its education category on Amazon. Notable accolades include being named the 2023 National Principal of the Year finalist, the 2022 Texas Secondary Principal of the Year, and the 2022 Texan of the Year finalist by the Dallas Morning News. David has met with the US Secretary of Education several times to help advance education in America. According to US News & World Report, David's school garnered recognition as one of the Best Schools in Texas and the country. Under his leadership, the school achieved significant milestones, earning designations such as a Nationally Recognized Model Campus, a Texas School To Watch, and a National PTA School of Excellence. Notably, during a recent school year, the school achieved 100% of students experiencing at least a year's academic growth. David and his team have fostered substantial community growth, boasting the highest school record numbers with more PTA members than students for five consecutive years. EducationWeek and NASSP's Leadership Magazines have featured David and his school team for cultivating a positive culture with high standards and teacher retention. In "The Energy Bus for Schools," a new book by Jon Gordon and Dr. Jim Van Allan, David's school is highlighted as a premier institution embodying the desired attributes of a positive culture.

Dr. Mel Vandevort and Dr. Jim Van Allen discussed the Energy Bus for Schools program, a professional development initiative aimed at fostering positive school culture. Jim, as president of the program, explained how the program, developed in partnership with bestselling author John Gordon, promotes positive leadership and teamwork. The program is designed to be relevant and engaging, with a focus on five main principles, including creating a positive vision and fostering a positive mindset. Jim also mentioned that they offer workshops and certifications for educators to deliver these workshops within their networks or establish their own businesses. Hey friend. I'm Mel, a dedicated educator, ambitious entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to explore new horizons beyond the classroom, I was completely certain that God was guiding me towards a greater and more fulfilling purpose,And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the teacher to leader, you're ready to retire and pursue that second career,  or you're ready for the challenge of starting your own educational consultancy. Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul and deepest passions on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place.Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.Let me help you determine the next steps in your career!Grab a complimentary Career emPOWERment Sessionemail: melinda@empowereducator.comWith Rubi.ai, you'll experience cutting-edge technology, research-driven insights, and efficient content delivery.Website: www.empowereducator.com Join the Empowered Educator Facebook Group Become a Curriculum and Instructional Designer 3-Course Bundle 4-Course Bundle: Curriculum and Instructional Design, Customer Success, Training & Ed Consulting, Freelancing

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem is joined by Dr Jim Van Allan where they discuss the importance of removing negativity and thinking positively, and how the strategies and ideas he teaches have helped teachers and students in schools across the USA.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Having a common mindset will lead to more focus on creating a positive culture in schoolsPositive cultures in school help both teachers and students to thriveThe Energy Bus For Schools is a sustainable form of professional developmentStrategies that lead to positive change in schoolsBEST MOMENTS:"Teachers are leaving the profession in droves""Get everybody on the bus""If you can change that, everything else changes"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:6 Essential Strategies for Modelling Expectations in TeachingHappy Teachers Make Happy Learners (And Happy Learners Learn!)ABOUT THE GUEST:Dr. Jim Van Allan is President of The Energy Bus for Schools. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which gives schools the blueprint and framework to create a positive school culture. He coaches school leaders and superintendents on mindset, teamwork, communication, and culture-building. Additionally, Jim speaks to schools and districts across the country with keynotes, trainings, workshops, and student assemblies. He is the co-author of the book, The Energy Bus for Schools, with Jon Gordon. Visit the website using this link to learn more about the programme: www.EnergyBusForSchools.comABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Positive University, Join Jon Gordon and special guest Jim Van Allan to discover the profound impact of the Energy Bus for Schools program has on student motivation and engagement. This episode is coming right off the back the release of Jon Gordon's newest book, The Energy Bus for Schools which uncovers the transformative power that positive leadership has with shaping school culture and student success.  During the course of the episode, learn the genesis of The Energy Bus book came to be and how Dr. Jim Van Allan went from being a 20 year old intern driving the actual Energy Bus on Jon Gordon's book tour to the president of The Energy Bus for Schools program and co-author of The Energy Bus for Schools book.  Stay tuned to Positive University to find out how this unexpected journey unfolds and discover the keys to transforming your school culture for the benefit of your students. If you're ready to shift the focus and learn new strategies for creating a positive environment, join us for this inspiring episode. Our special guest, Dr. Jim Van Allan, a renowned educator and speaker, has been a driving force in transforming school culture through the implementation of positive principles. With a background in public speaking and a deep passion for impacting others, Jim's journey began driving the Energy Bus and introducing Jon Gordon's talks. His dedication led him to pursue a Ph.D., with his thesis focusing on the program's impact on school culture, affirming its effectiveness through glowing reviews from teachers. Jim's passion ignited a powerful movement that is reshaping schools and students on a massive scale, and his insights and experiences make him a valuable resource for educators and school leaders seeking to cultivate positivity within their institutions.  Click Here to learn more about the Energy Bus for Schools program. If you want to order your copy of the Energy Bus for Schools book, click here.

Every school has a vibe, a culture, a feeling. Sometimes the same school can have a different vibe at different times during the year. Today, Dr. Jim Van Allan shares powerful strategies to create a vibrant school environment that supports students, teachers, and the community alike. From inviting everyone on board to enjoying the journey, this episode will help us educators who want to help our school improve in a massive way that impacts everybody. Show notes, transcript, guest bio: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e844 

In today's episode, we're diving deep into the heart of educational transformation with our esteemed guest,  Dr. Jim Van Allen, a renowned speaker who travels across the country to share his insights on creating a thriving school and classroom environment. Jim, alongside co-author Jon Gordon, has penned the game-changing book, "The Energy Bus for Schools: 7 Ways to Improve Your School Culture, Remove Negativity, Energize Your Teachers, and Empower Your Students," set to captivate audiences worldwide on March 6th.What You'll Learn:The Blueprint for Positive School Culture: Jim shares the foundational principles outlined in their latest book and how these strategies can revolutionize the educational experience.Strategies for Cultivating a Positive Mindset: Discover the transformative power of positivity in educational settings, and learn practical tips for fostering this among students and staff.Combatting Negativity: Explore effective methods to identify, address, and neutralize negative influences within the school environment.Enhancing Communication: Uncover the art of positive communication strategies that can strengthen the bond between educators, students, and the broader school community.Boosting Engagement: Gain insights into innovative approaches for engaging both staff and students, ensuring a vibrant, dynamic, and inclusive educational experience.Guest Spotlight:Jim's dynamic energy and expertise make him a sought-after speaker on the national stage. Known for his engaging and 'off the cuff' interview style, Jim brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our discussion. Today, he's here to share valuable insights and actionable strategies to help educators and administrators alike transform their schools into bastions of positivity, growth, and empowerment.Why You Should Listen:Whether you're an educator, administrator, or someone passionate about making a difference in the educational landscape, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and innovative strategies to uplift your school culture. Join us as Jim navigates the journey to a more positive, energized, and empowered educational environment.

-My background is in communication - as I teach it at the university level and speak professionally across the country -Relational communication is a big topic I like to discuss: communication between partners, nonverbal communication, interpersonal communication, how we value time, etc.  -I have 2 boys: ages 6 and 8 & we focus on being very active and engaged parents -How to prioritize your time as parents- where you spend your precious time (volunteering, etc.) - I may not have a story of struggle, but one that can help young parents (and Dad especially) prioritize active play and communication with kids -We have a big family, lots of cousins and personalities- learning how to navigate a big family, especially as new parents Jim is a Professional speaker with The Jon Gordon Companies VP of Schools- running The Energy Bus for Schools program FIND HIM HERE: www.JimVanAllan.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan Podcast: Search- Communicate to Motivate --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/becoming-parents/message

The biggest episode of the podcast to date! I am joined by the founder and president of The Transformation Factory, Alexiou Gibson. They develop sea moss gel, a super food packed with nutrients and health benefits. Alexiou was on ABC's Shark Tank and struck a lucrative deal with Mark Cuban & Kevin Hart.  Watch Alexio on Shark Tank here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YL_Efp4H6z0 Alexiou and I talk all about his Shark Tank experience, his revolutionary product, style of leadership and views on company culture and communication. Alexiou also has an emotional story to tell about his journey to developing better health habits. Listen in and enjoy the show.  Support Alexiou and The Transformation Factory below: Instagram: @Alexiou2.0 @SeaMossTransformation Website: www.seamosstransformation.com   Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every week where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com www.EBSconference.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

In this episode we look at delayed dreams and when we should start pursuing them again. Most times, it is about timing and credibility. Some are still worth it and should be pursued now...others need more time before the timing is right.  --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

No matter how long you have been together with your partner, we still should make genuine attempts to understand each other. Personalities shift over the years, and relational maintenance is needed! In today's episode, I am joined by my wife, Stephanie Van Allan, who runs a fitness non-profit You Tube channel called The Fitness Mission. She believes in a healthy mind, body, and soul. Enjoy this great conversation on a little-known yet very important aspect of communication: chronemics- how each person values time....it says so much about personality and actions!   *This was recorded LIVE on her You Tube channel on 2/14/2023 -----------------------------------------------------   Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every week where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

When taking a hybrid approach to a relationship, the traditional gender roles and responsibilities are significantly shared. When two people have the right mentality about the relationship and engage in a shared experience, it will solidify a stronger relationship. In this episode, we look at what this new 'hybrid man' looks like and ramifications for future generations.  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

It all starts with you. How bad do you want to make a shift in your life? Until you really recognize and want something, it tends to not happen. If this is the year you finally want to make a change, you have to go all in...with a plan that works for you. In today's episode, we explore 4 ways to really succeed at habit and life changes.  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Today we celebrate and honor the life of Martin Luther King Jr. He truly found his purpose and calling preaching and leading the Civil Right Movement in the late 50's and 60's. His impact led to many legal changes and way of life for Black people across America. In this episode we look at the Top 6 things that made MLK such an impactful and brilliant speaker. If you are looking to improve your public speaking, this is a must listen.   Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

What path are you on in 2023? What kind of anxiety do you have about new ventures and goals you set for yourself? Every path is an opportunity to change your life for the better and inspire others in the process. Learn 5 things to do as you start down your path in 2023.  --------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

The Return is Here! Communicate to Motivate is back for 2023. There will be new episodes, special guests, and lots of important take-aways as we move from series to series. Everyone loves a big return and a great comback. This goes for all of our listeners as you ring in a new year...what will your comeback be? What positive habits will you return to? Listen in as we talk all about our great comeback! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

WIth a recent study, it indicates that voice matters with the perception of others. HOW we sound from a pitch perspective carries a lot of weight with listeners. Are we sounding too weak or mild? Do we sound too overpowering? Listen in as we discuss the keys to sounding more commanding and attracting more ears to your message. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from Dr. Jim Van Allan, as he shares about Jon Gordon's book titled the "Energy Bus" and the Energy Bus for Schools Program.

The latest research suggests we spend 80% of our conversations discussing other people. While only 5% may be malicious, we sure do enjoy discussing the details of other people's lives. Some of this is to fill the time and some of this is to expose different members of the group. Listen in as I reveal the latest research on gossip, why we do it, and what to avoid.  Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

Some of the latest research from Penn State's Human Development and Family Studies Center focused on how to have strong relationships with our kids as they go through different stages. It all starts with positive parenting when they are young to set the stage for better relationships as they age. There is much work to do so listen in! ------------------------------------ Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

Dr. Jim Van Allan is an accomplished speaker and trainer with clients across the country. He specializes in using a unique blend of audience engagement and high energy to make workshops and keynote speeches come alive. Jim is a Certified Speaker with The Jon Gordon Companies and has been presenting curriculum and material on behalf of Jon Gordon for over 10 years. He has conducted presentations on all of Jon's books. He is a Professor of Communication Studies at Keiser University where he teaches Public Speaking and Interpersonal Communication courses. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida and a Master's degree in Communication Studies from Florida Atlantic University. Jim also has his Ph.D. in Education Leadership where he analyzed the impact of professional development training based on the best-selling book ‘The Energy Bus'. The research focused on how schools and organizations can sustain a positive culture. He resides in Palm City, Florida, with his wife, Stephanie, and two boys, Brady and Brenden. Find out more at https://jimvanallan.com/ Your host Townsend Russell, founder of 100% Dad, travels America in his custom Rv with his family of 3 boys and wife of 15 years Rhyan. Retired at age 33 after selling his businesses he choose the path that was the most uncommon. Instead of doubling down and feeding his ambition and ego by starting another business and making more money, he simply stepped back and doubled down on the family. Spending every single day with his wife and kids exploring the country. Follow those adventures on Instagram and TikTok at @100dad See what we are up to on the website https://100dad.com/ Find more information and our Tour Schedule on https://100dad.com/tour/ Join 100% Dad for Free https://100dad.ac-page.com/JoinCommunity --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/100dad/support

A recent article from the Breakpoint Colson Center points out that young men are not forming social bonds with real, live people, even the kinds of bonds that have historically captured their attention. Girls are outperforming boys in all levels of school and fatherlessness has been rising since the 90s. It almost feels like a revolution is needed to build-up strong, servant-hearted young men who will go on to become great husbands and fathers one day. The communication channels are ready to explore! -------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Our schools are struggling with staff shortages, so maybe you and I are the difference makers? Listen in as we look at the growing staff shortage issue in schools and how parents and community members can make-up the difference. It's time to let our skills shine! ---------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

What are three things we can do from a 'Relational Maintenance' standpoint to help strengthen our relationships moving forward? 1) Committ to it 2) Look forward to special time together 3) Realize the importance for long-term success Relationships are not built overnight. They take many years to solidify but can show cracks over time if maintenance is not performed. Time to get to work!   Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

In our series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' we explore the next rule of The Energy Bus which helps you to look at your ride through life with a more positive, optimistic lens. Not everyone's ride through life is easy and 'enjoying the ride' does not mean we ignore the difficulties of life. However, with our minds in the right spot, we know we can become resilient and look to the good. We can fill our minds with things and people that will uplift us and not bring us down. 'Enjoying the Ride' is a culmination to the Energy Bus which has taught us powerful principles for how to think and stay positive on our journey...as much as we possibly can.  ------------------------------ Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media

In our series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' we explore the next rule of The Energy Bus which asks the question of: what fuels you? Often times we don't get burned out because of what we do, we get burned out because we forget why we do it. Our purpose is an opportunity to become very self-aware and know what it is you are supposed to do and where you are supposed to be. Purpose is the ultimate fuel and guiding system.  --------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media

In our series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' we explore the next rule of The Energy Bus which, beside the first rule of You're the Driver, might be one of the most important. Loving your passengers is a state of being as it is simply something you just do. We must become people of action, no matter what we get or don't get in return.  --------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media

In our series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' we explore the next rule of The Energy Bus which encourages you to spread good, positive, contagious energy. We are naturally attracted to people who we enjoy being around, who uplift us, bring us comfort, and who we can feel their positive energy.  Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media

In our series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' we explore the next rule of The Energy Bus which discusses what to do with those difficult people in our lives. In the book, negative people are referred to as 'Energy Vampires' because they suck the life out of teams, families, and situations. They are always negative, whining, complaining, and very draining. Unfortunately, many of these people don't even know they are acting this way. So what do we do? Tune in! --------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media

In our series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' we explore the next rule of The Energy Bus which encourages everyone to fuel their ride with positive energy. We have to begin to 'feed the positive' and be aware of the stimuli that enters our brain. We are what we eat....and we become what we consume and think about! --------------------------------   Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media

In our series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' we explore the next few rules of The Energy Bus which deal with having a positive vision and then sharing that vision. Great leaders perfect the practice of reinforcing their vision with their people, and families can work the same way. Everyone needs to know we are on the same page with where this Energy Bus is going.  --------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media

In our series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' we explore the first, and most important, rule of The Energy Bus: making your own choices and being in control. It's time to take responsibility in life so you are driving in the right direction toward your goals and dreams. Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

Listen in as I discuss principles from a book I have spoken on to hundreds of audiences over the past 16 years. This is a transformational story about how to think positive and get people working together. The book contains '10 rules to fuel your life, work, and team' and we will cover many of them in our new series on 'Riding The Energy Bus to More Positive Thinking' www.TheEnergyBus.com Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

3 more questions this week which will help you connect better with your relational partner. Remember why we are doing a series on this: beat the odds and grow your relationships! Too much relationships fail because the partners lose their connection. Keep it strong with these questions! ------------------ Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

We continue our powerful series on connecting better with your relational partner. Come take the challenge! We talk about 3 more questions to ask your relational partner this week. It is all about connecting and bonding better which will lead to motivation and growth in all areas of the relationship. Happy Independence Day in America! ------------------ Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

We continue in our series on creating better emotional intimacy with your relational partners. This episode covers 3 more questions you can ask your partner to deepen and strengthen the bond between you. Emotional intimacy leads to higher engagement and connection between two people. Use this series to MOTIVATE you to COMMUNICATE.   Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

The research is clear: better emotional intimacy between partners can save the relationship! There is a clear connection between strong emotional intimacy and sexual chemistry in a relationship. Emotionally intimate partners really KNOW their partner...the true person. This is a filter-free conversation where both people committ to open, honest, and judgment free conversations. Listen in to see what the 3 questions are you should ask your significant other. -------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

Adapting to different audiences over the last 16 years has been both a challege and a priviledge. Each audience I have been in front of has molded me into the unique speaker I am today. Hear some stories from the well-traveled speaker's road and some lessons along the way! -------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

One of my defining moments is being presented with the opportunity to plan and promote The Energy Bus book tour for an up-and-coming author named Jon Gordon. I was even able to join him on the last leg of the tour in the mid-west. Hear great stories from the planning process, being on tour, and learning resilience and character from our past.  https://www.theenergybus.com/ ----------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

If you asked 8-year-old Jim Van Allan what he wanted to do when he is older, he would have emphatically said: airline pilot! My father was a commercial airline pilot for a long time, and I always loved air travel. However, fast forward through different life experiences, and I am not an airline pilot! My story begins like many of you- a thought or dream to be or do something, but it doesn't always end up like we planned. As our interests and personalities shift, so do our priorities and hopes and dreams. Keep being introspective and find that thread that truly suits YOU. -------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

I wanted to give everyone a peak behind the curtain with a short origins series. I have been fond of public speaking since I was 9 years old. There have been many unique and meaningful opportunities that have popped up over the last 27 years that have planted seeds for my love of public speaking. Without those moments, I may not be in the positions I am today. --------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

A special Mother's Day episode of Communicate to Motivate. While this may be just one day on the calendar, we learn how everyday is an opportunity to meaningfully engage with a special person in our life. Whether that be Mom, Dad, a significant other, child, friend, etc. we do not need a holiday to make someone's day feel special. -------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

It's all in how we say it...and from where it comes! Giving feedback to others can be a treacherous task sometimes. People often take things very personally especially if there is not a solid relationship already in place. In this episode we dive into some simple strategies when giving people feedback and what to do when our ideas are not adopted. Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

Looking for the good in others, first, is a powerful way to develop better emotional intelligence. In this episode, we look at how the rule of recognition helps us to: 1) Encourage others to continue the positive behavior 2) Build trust and psychological safety 3) Make it easier to share constructive criticism    Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission  

In a game of tug-a-war, someone has to lose. People can even get hurt in the process if they are not careful. The same goes at work and at home where to-do lists are a mile long and emotional weight burdens us. It is a game of tug-a-war with our emotions and problems. I have my problems...and so do you. I have my worries...and so do you. Is anyone doing anything to help others or do we just want to deal with our own stuff? When you 'help first' you prioritize the needs of others and recognize their emotions. We start breaking the cycle of selfish desire when we open our eyes to the needs and issues of people around us.  ----------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida.  New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com @JimVanAllan on all social media ------------------------------------ Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission