Podcasts about thinking skills

You know how some spaces just make you feel excited to DO something? Whether it's a Cricut getting your wheels spinning with what-ifs, beautiful shelves of paint inviting you to decorate holiday pottery, or a giant stack of cookbooks suddenly causing you to wonder if it's time to fill the cookie jar, well-organized resources in a creative space can help bring out your creative side. Today, let's talk about how to choose and organize flexible resources for your ELA classroom, anytime you've got the budget and bandwidth. (Check out this post on how to use Donors Choose, if your budget is continuously falling short of your needs). Ooh, one more thing before we start. Throughout this podcast, I'm showcasing graphics and displays from the #evolvingEDdesign Toolkit, a vast free resource I made for you. You can grab it here. Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Get my popular free hexagonal thinking digital toolkit Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram.  Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the 'gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!  Links: The (Vast) Ed Design (Free) Toolkit: https://sparkcreativity.kartra.com/page/evolvingEDdesign  The Do's and Don'ts of Donors Choose: https://nowsparkcreativity.com/2019/01/the-dos-and-donts-of-donors-choose-for.html  The Power of the Writing Makerspace: https://nowsparkcreativity.com/2018/09/the-power-of-writing-makerspace-with.html  The Ed Deck: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/The-Ed-Deck-Lesson-Plan-Inspiration-ELA-Activities-and-Projects-Editable-5106443  Sources Considered, Consulted, and Cited for this Series & for the Toolkit: Abdaal, Ali. Feel Good Productivity. Celadon Books, 2023. "Aesthetics and Academic Spaces." Teachers College, Columbia University Youtube Channel: Curriculum Encounters Podcast, Episode 4. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuFs4Fyk-v0Bwtuy1eQJ3JkRTeL4Sjyz4 Accessed Oct. 21, 2025.  Chavez, Felicia. The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop. Haymarket Books, 2021. Dintersmith, Ted. Documentary: Most Likely to Succeed. 2015.  Dintersmith, Ted. What Schools Could Be. Princeton University Press, 2018.  Doorley, Scott & Witthoft, Doorley. make space: How to Set the Stage for Creative Collaboration. John Wiley and Sons, 2012. "Exploring Google's Headquarters in San Francisco." Digiprith Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxGqbmFf9Qc. Accessed October 13, 2015.  "High Tech High Virtual Tour." High Tech High Unboxed Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87xU9smFrj0 . Accessed October 15, 2025. "Inside YouTube's Biggest Office In America | Google's YouTube Headquarters Office Tour." The Roaming Jola Youtube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P26fDfFBx8I . Accessed October 14, 2025. Novak, Katie. Universal Design for Learning in English Language Arts. Cast Inc., 2023. Potash, Betsy. "Research-Based Practices to Ignite Creativity, with Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle." The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast, Episode 393. Pringle,  Zorana Ivcevic. The Creativity Choice. Public Affairs, 2025. Ritchart, Ron and David Perkins. "Making Thinking Visible." Educational Leadership, February 2008, p.p. 57-61. https://pz.harvard.edu/sites/default/files/makingthinkingvisibleEL.pdf. Accessed October 13, 2025. Richardson, Carmen and Punya Mishra. "Scale: Support of Creativity in a Learning Environment," 2017. Accessed through Drive with permission. Richardson, Carmen and Punya Mishra. "Learning environments that support student creativity: Developing the SCALE." Thinking Skills and Creativity, Volume 27, March 2018, p.p. 45-54. Accessed online at https://doi-org.proxy2.cl.msu.edu/10.1016/j.tsc.2017.11.004, October 13, 2025. "Sensory Inquiry and Social Spaces." Teachers College, Columbia University Youtube Channel: Curriculum Encounters Podcast, Episode 2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtD_-k5QmOQ&list=PLuFs4Fyk-v0Bwtuy1eQJ3JkRTeL4Sjyz4&index=2  Accessed Oct. 23, 2025.  Stockman, Angela. Make Writing: 5 Strategies that turn Writer's Workshop into a Maker Space. Hack Learning Series, 2015.   Terada, Yuki. "Do Fidgets help Students Focus?" Edutopia Online: https://www.edutopia.org/article/do-fidgets-help-students-focus/. Accessed 4 November 2025. Utley, Jeremy. "Masters of Creativity (Education Edition) #1: Input Obsession (Design Thinking)." Stanford d.School Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LosDd3Q0yQw . Accessed October 15, 2025. Utley, Jeremy and Kathryn Segovia. "Masters of Creativity: Updating the Creative Operating System (Design Thinking)." Stanford d.School Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ggza7df7N7Y&t=2233s. Accessed October 17, 2025. "What is Curriculum and Where Might we Find It?" Teachers College, Columbia University Youtube Channel: Curriculum Encounters Podcast, Episode 4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yh_UhGATVwM&list=PLuFs4Fyk-v0Bwtuy1eQJ3JkRTeL4Sjyz4&index=1 Accessed Oct. 23, 2025.   

The other day I found myself walking through a parking garage stairwell in Iowa City, and I realized they were using the same scent design as the local mall in Bratislava where we used to live. Half-shocked, half-amused, I climbed the cement stairs as I remembered riding the escalator through the same subtle scent cloud two years ago. The memory was visceral. Though we don't always think about it, our sensory experiences have a strong impact on how we feel and how we work. I do my best work in a situation where I feel comfortable. In fact, I generally prefer not to work at home because step one, for me, to working at home is often to clean the entire house, put music on, light a candle, pick flowers, make tea, etc. and so I spent an hour prepping to work before I do anything. I bet you've already put considerable time and effort into making your classroom a space where you feel comfortable and where students feel welcome. Today isn't about changing any of that; it's just about finding small places where you might be able to tune your sensory dashboard in class to make it work even better for you and your kiddos. By thinking specifically about the five senses - just like we have students do in their writing - you can find easy wins to make the workspace more welcoming, energizing, and comfortable for everyone inside. Throughout this podcast, and all the ones in this series, I'm showcasing graphics and displays from the #evolvingEDdesign Toolkit, a vast free resource I made for you.  You can grab it here: https://sparkcreativity.kartra.com/page/evolvingEDdesign  Please share your classroom design stories, questions, photos and ideas with the #evolvingEDdesign hashtag across platforms so we can continue the conversation off the pod! Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Snag three free weeks of community-building attendance question slides Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram.  Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the 'gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!  Links Mentioned: Edutopia Article on Fidgets Scottish Castle Fireplace Video Nasa Space Images Video Fun Stanford d.School Timer for Class Work (one of many they've created!) Sources Considered, Consulted, and Cited for this Series & for the Toolkit: Abdaal, Ali. Feel Good Productivity. Celadon Books, 2023. "Aesthetics and Academic Spaces." Teachers College, Columbia University Youtube Channel: Curriculum Encounters Podcast, Episode 4. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuFs4Fyk-v0Bwtuy1eQJ3JkRTeL4Sjyz4 Accessed Oct. 21, 2025.  Chavez, Felicia. The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop. Haymarket Books, 2021. Dintersmith, Ted. Documentary: Most Likely to Succeed. 2015.  Dintersmith, Ted. What Schools Could Be. Princeton University Press, 2018.  Doorley, Scott & Witthoft, Doorley. make space: How to Set the Stage for Creative Collaboration. John Wiley and Sons, 2012. "Exploring Google's Headquarters in San Francisco." Digiprith Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxGqbmFf9Qc. Accessed October 13, 2015.  "High Tech High Virtual Tour." High Tech High Unboxed Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87xU9smFrj0 . Accessed October 15, 2025. "Inside YouTube's Biggest Office In America | Google's YouTube Headquarters Office Tour." The Roaming Jola Youtube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P26fDfFBx8I . Accessed October 14, 2025. Novak, Katie. Universal Design for Learning in English Language Arts. Cast Inc., 2023. Potash, Betsy. "Research-Based Practices to Ignite Creativity, with Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle." The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast, Episode 393. Pringle,  Zorana Ivcevic. The Creativity Choice. Public Affairs, 2025. Ritchart, Ron and David Perkins. "Making Thinking Visible." Educational Leadership, February 2008, p.p. 57-61. https://pz.harvard.edu/sites/default/files/makingthinkingvisibleEL.pdf. Accessed October 13, 2025. Richardson, Carmen and Punya Mishra. "Scale: Support of Creativity in a Learning Environment," 2017. Accessed through Drive with permission. Richardson, Carmen and Punya Mishra. "Learning environments that support student creativity: Developing the SCALE." Thinking Skills and Creativity, Volume 27, March 2018, p.p. 45-54. Accessed online at https://doi-org.proxy2.cl.msu.edu/10.1016/j.tsc.2017.11.004, October 13, 2025. "Sensory Inquiry and Social Spaces." Teachers College, Columbia University Youtube Channel: Curriculum Encounters Podcast, Episode 2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtD_-k5QmOQ&list=PLuFs4Fyk-v0Bwtuy1eQJ3JkRTeL4Sjyz4&index=2  Accessed Oct. 23, 2025.  Stockman, Angela. Make Writing: 5 Strategies that turn Writer's Workshop into a Maker Space. Hack Learning Series, 2015.   Terada, Yuki. "Do Fidgets help Students Focus?" Edutopia Online: https://www.edutopia.org/article/do-fidgets-help-students-focus/. Accessed 4 November 2025. Utley, Jeremy. "Masters of Creativity (Education Edition) #1: Input Obsession (Design Thinking)." Stanford d.School Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LosDd3Q0yQw . Accessed October 15, 2025. Utley, Jeremy and Kathryn Segovia. "Masters of Creativity: Updating the Creative Operating System (Design Thinking)." Stanford d.School Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ggza7df7N7Y&t=2233s. Accessed October 17, 2025. "What is Curriculum and Where Might we Find It?" Teachers College, Columbia University Youtube Channel: Curriculum Encounters Podcast, Episode 4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yh_UhGATVwM&list=PLuFs4Fyk-v0Bwtuy1eQJ3JkRTeL4Sjyz4&index=1 Accessed Oct. 23, 2025.   

In this podcast I discuss the risky business models AI labs are considering for their products and why accuracy, trust, and information quality is so so important (and difficult to ascertain). And that leads to a question we're all asking: what are the real skills you need to flourish from AI and how does AI possibly change our mode of thinking? After all, they're enormously “self-confident” about the answers they generate. New News: A research study by the BBC just found that 45% of all inquiries of AI agents produce incorrect results. This podcast explains why. My hypothesis, as I explain and discuss with clients, is that you're going to have to become a “debater” to use AI really well, and that's good for all of us. Like this podcast? Rate us on Spotify or Apple or YouTube. Additional Information Is AI About To Bite Us? Debunking The Three Fears About AI (podcast) What Happened To Our Sense Of Trust? (podcast) The Rise of the Supermanager: People Management in the Age of AI (research) Galileo: The World's AI Assistant for Leaders at all Levels   Chapters (00:00:00) - OpenAI's Problems With Monetizing AI(00:05:48) - A Voice for AI in HR?(00:08:04) - The Complex Thinking Skills of Using AI(00:14:27) - One more thing about AI in HR

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The Crisis We're Not Talking About We're living through the greatest thinking crisis in human history—and most people don't even realize it's happening. Right now, AI generates your answers before you've finished asking the question. Search engines remember everything so you don't have to. Algorithms curate your reality, telling you what to think before you've […]

Most innovation leaders are performing someone else's version of innovation thinking.   I've spent decades in this field. Worked with Fortune 100 companies. And here's what I see happening everywhere. Brilliant leaders following external frameworks. Copying methodologies from people they admire. Shifting their approach based on whatever's trendy. But they never develop their own innovation […]

Creativity is – for a very good reason – often seen as something positive and even joyful. Yet like many things in life there is also a flipside to creativity – a dark side, if you will. To explore the concept of dark creativity I am delighted to be joined today by Dr Hansika Kapoor.About our guest…Hansika Kapoor is a Research Author at the Department of Psychology, Monk Prayogshala, a not-for-profit research organisation in Mumbai. Hansika's work has been published in leading journals including Creativity Research Journal, Thinking Skills and Creativity, and Personality and Individual Differences and she regularly contributes to popular media publications, including Psychology Today, Mint, and The Wire.You can find out more about Hansika's research, including on the topics of creativity and dark creativity, on her website: https://www.hansikakapoor.in/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A software engineer grabbed a random word from a dictionary – “beehive” – and within hours designed an algorithm that saved his company millions. While his colleagues were working harder, he was thinking differently. This breakthrough didn't come from luck. It came from lateral thinking – a systematic approach to finding solutions hiding in plain […]

Send us a textDid you know your toddler's playtime is more than just fun? Between 12 and 18 months, play is the engine driving their memory, focus, and problem-solving skills. In this episode, Erin Hyer — speech-language pathologist with over 35 years of experience — unpacks why play is the true work of childhood. You'll learn how to:– Spot the signs that your toddler's play is building real skills– Support both structured and unstructured play without overcomplicating it– Avoid the “wait and see” trap while building confidence as a parentPlay isn't optional — it's the secret to raising confident, capable kids. Tune in and discover how to make the most of these everyday moments.====❤️ Ready for personal, purposeful progress?CLICK HERE NOW - Tiny Challenge for Moms 

What happens when a great science teacher meets a curious mind? Proud Wiradjuri woman, astrophysicist and TikTok superstar, Dr Kirsten Banks, joins us on the Teach NSW Podcast, to reflect on the impact of her public school experience.It all began with a Year 10 excursion to see a Hubble Space Telescope documentary, sparking a passion for science that set the trajectory of her career in astrophysics.With meteoric success on social media as @astrokirsten, Dr Kirsten's mission as a passionate science communicator is to make the wonders of the universe engaging for everyone.In this episode, Dr Kirsten shares how a dedicated high school teacher fostered her curiosity for science, offers a glimpse into the day and night in the life of an astrophysicist, and answers some hard-hitting space questions. Are aliens real? And what exactly is ‘spectroscopic disambiguation'?Whether you're interested in a heartfelt tribute to the power of public education, or simply science-curious, we hope you enjoy this stellar episode.We acknowledge that this episode of the Teach NSW Podcast was recorded on the homelands of the Darug people. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples listening to the Teach NSW Podcast today. Connect with usIf you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for future episodes, please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠teachnsw@det.nsw.edu.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get in touch with the Teach NSW Podcast team. Follow the Teach NSW team on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be the first to know when new episodes are released.Resources and useful links:Teach NSW - become a teacher in a NSW public school and find out how a career in teaching can open doors for you.Thinking Skills - discover learning activities and resources, including templates for implementing the ‘5 Whys' technique in your classroom. Dr Kirsten Banks - learn more about Dr Kirsten's story via her website and view her Instagram, YouTube and TikTok channels to access engaging science content to use in your classrooms. 

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This week on the podcast, we dive into a topic close to the hearts of many parents and educators: helping neurodivergent kids build flexible thinking skills. Whether you're parenting or teaching gifted, 2e, ADHD, autistic, or otherwise wonderfully-wired kiddos, you know that rigid thinking can turn even minor changes into big challenges. You'll hear real-life stories, practical strategies, and compassionate guidance to help you nurture adaptability—without forcing your kids to just “go with the flow.”   Key takeaways from this episode: Validate Their Experience: Begin by acknowledging your child's feelings when plans or expectations shift. Empathy and validation open the door to problem-solving. Model Flexibility: Your kids are always watching! Talk through your own changes in plans, letting them see that adjustment is a skill, not a failure. Use Playful & Structured Opportunities: Incorporate “Plan B” days, offer limited choices, and use stories or role-playing to gently stretch their thinking in a safe, fun way. If you're navigating homeschooling with neurodivergent kids—or simply looking to foster resilience—this episode is rich with actionable ideas.  Let's raise lifelong learners who are ready to adapt, shift, and grow through all of life's twists and turns!   Links and Resources from Today's Episode Thank you to our sponsors:  

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Confidence ~ Some ways to develop good effective thinking skills - with Jean Moroney. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

1-Always Unhappy 2-Thinking Skills ~ 1-I'm always unhappy, starting arguments with people I value. 2-Tackling hard thinking. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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I teach my clients the psychological skills, not only of peak performance in work and sport, but of everyday living and wellbeing. These are skills for life, not just for material gain and worldly success. Material gain and worldly success come as a consequence of developing these skills, so if a better life circumstance eludes you, start with this. Every day for the next 30 days, I'll be bringing you a key aspect of these mental skills and explaining how you can develop them in yourself. They are fundamental to wellbeing and success in all fields of human endeavour, and the science of psychology has demonstrated this since the early 20th Century with the work of people like Norman Triplett and his study of elite cyclists (1898), and Robert Yerkes' work on stress and arousal (1908).The 9 Mental SkillsI recently wrote a lengthy article detailing the 9 Mental Skills. It breaks down the psychological and emotional components involved in peak human performance according to the highly respected psychologist, Dr Jack Lesyk. I have modified the terminology somewhat, but the core principles remain the same. Here is a brief introduction to the 9 Mental Skills;1. MindsetAt the core of the Mental Skills Model is Mindset. According to Carol Dweck, there are broadly speaking two types of mindset; fixed and growth. People with a fixed mindset believe that skills and abilities, personality and intelligence are fixed. You get what you have at birth and these remain largely unchanged throughout life. Those with growth oriented mindset believe these things can develop and grow, and that every failure is an opportunity.2. MotivationEd Deci, one of the founders of Self Determination Theory, says that motivation is “the energy for action. It's what gets us up in the morning and moves us through the day”. Intrinsic motivation os the most powerful, and connecting with this motivational force is key to doing our best work. Over the next 30 days, I'll explain how motivation works.3. Goal SettingSuccessful people set clear, realistic goals and hold themselves accountable, or they have others, such as coaches or peers, who help them with accountability. Goal-setting theory is foundational in its proposal for the attainment of goals, and highlights that specific, challenging goals enhance performance more than vague or easy ones. But beware; there is a dark side to goal setting.4. People SkillsRelationships shape performance, whether in a team, with a coach, or against an opponent, on the stage, in a business; our capacity to read ourselves and others effectively is an essential skill. These skills include communication, empathy, compromise, leadership, and cooperation and are central to team cohesion and success. I'll teach you about people skills.5. Thinking Skills (self-talk)How we talk to ourselves in the privacy of our own minds is a key factor in determining our behaviour. If you talk negatively to yourself, if you remind yourself of all the times you failed, you will be less inclined to take the action necessary to get you to where you want to be. Positive yet honest self-talk is vital. I'll show you how to develop this skill.6. Mental ImageryMental Imagery is a key skill in preparation for any event or occasion, and, in fact, for what we expect of tomorrow. It is the mental rehearsal required by performance, and requires the employment of all five physical senses. We rehearse every moment in the privacy of our own minds, so what are you rehearsing?7. Stress and Anxiety ManagementAccording to early studies, (Yerkes and Dodson, 1908), pressure and stress are not only a part of performance but are almost necessary. However, they become detrimental when they are out of our control. The goal isn't to eliminate anxiety, but to manage it effectively. Over the next 30 Days, I'll teach you the skills you need to manage anxiety.8. Emotional AgilityAccording to psychologist and author, Susan David, “Emotional Agility helps us to navigate life's twists and turns with self-acceptance, clear-sightedness, and an open mind”. It aligns with Steven C. Hayes' concept of Acceptance & Commitment, in that accepting current conditions is the starting point for processing challenging life events. I'll teach you the skill of Emotional Agility.9. Focus & ConcentrationFinally, we have Focus and Concentration. This skills can be found wherever we are in what Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi called, Flow State. When we perceive that our skills and experience can meet the challenge, Flow will most likely arise. There are ways we can cultivate Flow and I will tech you these over the next 30 days.These are like mini-lectures, and they are free for your to access. Subscribe on Substack to get notified of each new video.Essential Mental Skills Is Launching SoonThe Essential Mental Skills Course is launching soon. It is a structured introduction to mental skill development and contains lecture videos, slides, resources, a workbook, and kicks off with a live group Zoom orientation call. This course brings together what I've learned from my 30 years in business, 10 years in psychology, lecturing and private practice experience in a single system to help you achieve better mental health and optimise your performance in work, sport or business. Find out more and join the waiting list here. Get full access to Peak Performer at peak.humanperformance.ie/subscribe

We're kicking off our June Weekly Leaders Digest series focused on Upskilling Through Strengths. In today's fast-paced world, strengthening our ability to think ahead, analyze information, and spot trends is essential. The good news? You don't need complex training programs—small, intentional practices can lead to big growth. To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn Instagram Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here

Back several episodes, I described the challenge of assessing candidates for a Sales Engineer position for a company that makes synchronized clocks for customers who need accurate times throughout their facilities like schools, airports, and hospitals. The company employs a rather rigorous 2-week product training program followed by a proficiency test that can end the tenure of new hires quickly. The first candidate I tested for the firm showed a 130+ IQ with a good sales personality. The company selected him and he’s doing great. Another candidate I didn’t recommend for sales showed similar intellectual prowess. While he made it through the training program, his lack of sales ability caught up with him in six months. The company uses a screening test that includes mechanical aptitude, math skills, and verbal reasoning ability. It’s timed and taken online. Until recently, I thought it had good content and face validity. My test of intellect incudes practical or tactical reasoning, conceptual or strategic aptitude, and impromptu math skill. I deliver these tests orally and the candidate has to deliver the answers orally. The practical and conceptual tests allow me to prompt or coach candidates: “Tell me more; what do you mean by that; explain further; give me another reason if you can.” On the math part, I can’t prompt but I can repeat questions as long as the candidate gets the answer within the (mostly) 60-second time limit. Since the client used a product-related aptitude test that looked pretty good, I basically had been using my test to project whether candidates can orchestrate the sales process from inception to closing the deal. My criteria had been an IQ score of 116 or the 86th percentile for the general population. I wasn’t focusing on candidates passing the two-week product training because the client’s test seemed to cover that piece. At least until recently when two candidates I recommended as adequate Sales Engineer prospects failed the training proficiency exam and were fired after the first 2.5 weeks. Both candidates passed the client’s aptitude test and scored 118 IQ’s on my test. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Back several episodes, I described the challenge of assessing candidates for a Sales Engineer position for a company that makes synchronized clocks for customers who need accurate times throughout their facilities like schools, airports, and hospitals. The company employs a rather rigorous 2-week product training program followed by a proficiency test that can end the tenure of new hires quickly. The first candidate I tested for the firm showed a 130+ IQ with a good sales personality. The company selected him and he’s doing great. Another candidate I didn’t recommend for sales showed similar intellectual prowess. While he made it through the training program, his lack of sales ability caught up with him in six months. The company uses a screening test that includes mechanical aptitude, math skills, and verbal reasoning ability. It’s timed and taken online. Until recently, I thought it had good content and face validity. My test of intellect incudes practical or tactical reasoning, conceptual or strategic aptitude, and impromptu math skill. I deliver these tests orally and the candidate has to deliver the answers orally. The practical and conceptual tests allow me to prompt or coach candidates: “Tell me more; what do you mean by that; explain further; give me another reason if you can.” On the math part, I can’t prompt but I can repeat questions as long as the candidate gets the answer within the (mostly) 60-second time limit. Since the client used a product-related aptitude test that looked pretty good, I basically had been using my test to project whether candidates can orchestrate the sales process from inception to closing the deal. My criteria had been an IQ score of 116 or the 86th percentile for the general population. I wasn’t focusing on candidates passing the two-week product training because the client’s test seemed to cover that piece. At least until recently when two candidates I recommended as adequate Sales Engineer prospects failed the training proficiency exam and were fired after the first 2.5 weeks. Both candidates passed the client’s aptitude test and scored 118 IQ’s on my test. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Back several episodes, I described the challenge of assessing candidates for a Sales Engineer position for a company that makes synchronized clocks for customers who need accurate times throughout their facilities like schools, airports, and hospitals. The company employs a rather rigorous 2-week product training program followed by a proficiency test that can end the tenure of new hires quickly. The first candidate I tested for the firm showed a 130+ IQ with a good sales personality. The company selected him and he's doing great. Another candidate I didn't recommend for sales showed similar intellectual prowess. While he made it through the training program, his lack of sales ability caught up with him in six months. The company uses a screening test that includes mechanical aptitude, math skills, and verbal reasoning ability. It's timed and taken online. Until recently, I thought it had good content and face validity. My test of intellect incudes practical or tactical reasoning, conceptual or strategic aptitude, and impromptu math skill. I deliver these tests orally and the candidate has to deliver the answers orally. The practical and conceptual tests allow me to prompt or coach candidates: “Tell me more; what do you mean by that; explain further; give me another reason if you can.” On the math part, I can't prompt but I can repeat questions as long as the candidate gets the answer within the (mostly) 60-second time limit. Since the client used a product-related aptitude test that looked pretty good, I basically had been using my test to project whether candidates can orchestrate the sales process from inception to closing the deal. My criteria had been an IQ score of 116 or the 86th percentile for the general population. I wasn't focusing on candidates passing the two-week product training because the client's test seemed to cover that piece. At least until recently when two candidates I recommended as adequate Sales Engineer prospects failed the training proficiency exam and were fired after the first 2.5 weeks. Both candidates passed the client's aptitude test and scored 118 IQ's on my test.   Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html 

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Scientists have proven that riddles help you boost your thinking abilities and improve your attention span. Are you ready to solve some tricky puzzles to flex your brain muscles? TIMESTAMPS The glass mystery 0:23 Find all objects 1:07 Hidden pattern 2:02 The cross 2:36 Hypnotizing spirals 3:05 The hidden star 3:44 Intertwined hearts 4:25 Road trip 5:08 Tea party 5:45 SUMMARY -Can you tell which glass has more water in it? -Can you find all the things in the picture? -What figure should replace the question mark? -Can you find a totally symmetrical cross in this picture? -Can you tell which of the spirals consists of 2 separate parts? -Can you find a perfect 4-point star among the squares and triangles? -Try to find the 4 pairs of hearts intertwined in each other. -Can you tell which way the bus is moving? -How many cups can teapot B contain? Subscribe to Bright Side : https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightside   Instagram:   / brightgram   5-Minute Crafts Youtube: https://www.goo.gl/8JVmuC ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You're invited to ask an expert about interesting topics related to employment. This free event is not a presentation, but rather an interactive question & answer webinar. And YOU provide the questions! Susan R. McGurk, PhD, is a Professor in the Departments of Occupational Therapy (primary appointment) and Psychological and Brain Sciences, and a researcher at the Center of Psychiatric Rehabilitation at Boston University. She is a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist whose research has focuses on the role of cognitive functioning in employment, academic pursuits, and independent living in persons with serious mental illnesses (SMI), and methods and mechanisms of cognitive remediation aimed at improving cognitive abilities and community functioning in this population. Drs McGurk and Mueser developed the Thinking Skills for Work TSW program, a comprehensive cognitive remediation intervention designed to enhance cognitive functioning and improve competitive work outcomes in persons receiving supported employment or other vocational rehabilitation services. Her work has been supported by the Biobehavioral Research Foundation (formerly NARSAD), the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the National Institute for Disability and Independent Living Research and Rehabilitation (NIDILRR), New York State Office of Mental Health, and the Coalition of Voluntary Mental Health Agencies-New York Work Exchange. She has received the Gerard Hogarty Award for Excellence in Schizophrenia Research and was recognized by the National Rehabilitation Association with the Rehabilitation Practitioner of Distinction Award.

Most people react to change. They adapt, adjust, and scramble to keep up. But a small group sees change coming. They prepare for it, shape it, and position themselves to win. Their edge? Strategic thinking skills. In this article, you'll learn six powerful strategic thinking skills and five proven exercises to sharpen your thinking, decision, […]

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Susan McGurk, clinical psychologist and faculty member at Boston University's Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Susan shares her journey from biology major to leading expert in psychiatric rehabilitation, cognitive functioning, and employment support for individuals with serious mental illnesses. In this episode, we explore the powerful intersection of occupational therapy and psychology, dive into Susan's development of the Thinking Skills for Work Program, and learn how self-management strategies can significantly enhance vocational outcomes. Susan also offers a glimpse into her personal life, sharing her love for running, gardening, and her beloved rescue dog, Venus. Whether you're a student, clinician, or simply curious about how cognition shapes everyday life, this episode delivers both professional insight and heartwarming stories.

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LifeBlood: We talked about improving our thinking skills, how humans can learn from computers and AI, the problem of local maximums and overcoming them, and how the upside to this shift could bring massive benefits to your life, with Judah Taub, author, Managing Partner of Hetz Ventures, and Forbes 30 under 30.     Listen to learn how to become more agile in your thinking! You can learn more about Judah at JudahTaub.com, X, and LinkedIn. Get your copy of How to Move Up When the Only Way is Down here: https://amzn.to/3A17Jcf  Thanks, as always for listening! If you got some value and enjoyed the show, please leave us a review here: ​​https://ratethispodcast.com/lifebloodpodcast You can learn more about us at LifeBlood.Live, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook or you'd like to be a guest on the show, contact us at contact@LifeBlood.Live.  Stay up to date by getting our monthly updates. Want to say “Thanks!” You can buy us a cup of coffee. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood

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What do Apple's first mouse, the stand-up toothpaste tube, and the Palm V PDA have in common? They were all products of design thinking, a methodology that drives innovation and creativity to solve complex problems. Companies like IDEO, a leading expert in design thinking, have revolutionized product development and set the standard for innovation. But […]

Welcome to our Summer Replay series. We wanted to revisit some of our previous episodes. These episodes were previously recorded and aired at an earlier date. This episode originally aired on May 25, 2022.   As part of our IT Specialist Academy training, we held a webinar addressing computational thinking. This one was so good, that we just had to share it here as well. We were lucky enough to feature two of our new CERTIFIED Ambassadors on this episode: Tracey Sigers and Damiano Mastandrea.  Tracey Sigers is the Department Chair of Information Technology at the National Center for Urban Solutions in Columbus, Ohio. Tracey holds an MBA with an emphasis in technology leadership, a bachelor's degree in information technology, and an associate degree in technology. Tracey has twenty years of business background in computer systems management, college study skills, and Microsoft software experience. She's eager to bring students into the twenty-first century using enthusiastic and dynamic teaching to help them become lifelong learners. Damiano Mastrandrea is a Career and Technical Education Director at the Brooklyn STEAM Center. He manages the CTE portfolio of the school to ensure that they are highly relevant and rigorous. He also strategizes various career readiness approaches through workplace immersion programs supported by data-driven decisions. Damiano is a big believer in changing education as a system that works for everyone instead of the selected few and pursuing education to all corners. His passion for education has led him to earn three college degrees including a doctorate, as well last 26 industry certifications.  When he has a free moment, Damiano likes to write short stories, play games, and, if he's feeling daring, bake! We sat down with Tracey and Damiano to learn more about computational thinking. According to ComputationalThinking.org, these skills are increasingly critical for individuals and organizations as the use of computation becomes more central to every activity and every innovation. In this episode, we took a deep dive into computational thinking. Our guests taught us more about what it is, why it's valuable for students, and how you can teach this industry-demanded skillset in the classroom. You can learn more about the IT Specialist Computational Thinking certification exam here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/ITSpecialist/Certification/Certify You can also watch this, and other IT Specialist Academy trainings here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Blog/2022/April/IT-Specialist-Academy-2022

Have you ever felt stuck staring at a blank page, struggling to find the spark to ignite your next great idea? Inspirational thinking skills often trigger that elusive moment where everything clicks, and your creativity flows effortlessly. These skills are the secret sauce behind groundbreaking innovations and the driving force that can turn mundane tasks […]

This episode is the fourth in a series on mastering creative thinking skills. We delve into an exciting topic that could revolutionize how you tackle problems: Systems Thinking. By the end of this article, you'll understand how to use systems thinking to solve complex problems like a pro. Trust me, this will be a game […]

Welcome back to the Innovators Studio. Today is the third episode in our five-part series on Mastering Creative Thinking Skills. In this episode, we dive into aesthetic thinking and its role in your creative process. Have you ever wondered why some things look cool and make you feel good? I'm here to break it down […]

This episode is the second in a series on mastering creative thinking skills. Today, we are focusing on convergent thinking. Convergent thinking sharpens your mind, focusing creativity toward finding not just any solution but the most effective one. Master it, and you turn challenges into opportunities, blending analysis with imagination to unlock unparalleled potential. What […]

Today marks the beginning of a series of episodes introducing you to five creative thinking skills. Future episodes will explore each skill's background, steps, application, and examples. In this episode, we'll explore how mastering divergent thinking skills can transform your life, turning obstacles into opportunities and making the impossible seem possible. Remember to subscribe so […]

Are you ready to unleash your full creative potential and take your innovation skills to new heights? In today's fast-paced world, creativity and innovation are essential for success. That's why I'm excited to launch a new series on “Mastering Creative Thinking Skills.” This series will explore techniques to help you become a better problem solver […]

ST Rappaport is a cognitive skills trainer. She helps people improve their thinking abilities to enhance their personal and professional lives. ST shares the top strategies to improve your cognitive function and how they can positively impact your life. This episode you will learn what the 28 cognitives functions are, how they impact your life and how to be more successful by improving your cognitive function. www.lifepixuniversity.com/cfNew Episodes every Monday!www.stringcastmedia.com

Start your free solution-focused  3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge  Joe George discusses his new book, 'Solution Focused Trifecta,' a hands-on guide to implementing solution-focused practice. In presentations and resources, he emphasizes the importance of focusing on the why, what, and how. Joe shares his journey of discovering a solution-focused approach and getting trained and certified in different solution-focused branches. He also talks about the value of interviewing experts in the field and learning from their various approaches. The conversation highlights the benefits of a solution-focused approach in building relationships, promoting ownership, and achieving quicker results. The conversation discusses the importance of a solution-focused mindset and the benefits of using solution-focused strategies in counseling. They highlight the value of Joe George's workbook, 'Solution Focused Trifecta,' which provides practical activities for embracing and understanding solution-focused principles. They also emphasize the need for a simple and accessible way to implement solution-focused strategies in counseling. They discuss the role of school counselors in promoting solution-focused approaches and the potential for collaboration between different solution-focused practitioners. The conversation concludes with information on connecting with Joe George and accessing his resources. www.solutionfocusedfuture.com or email Joe at Joegoargesff@gmail.com    TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/ TikTok: @Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset https://www.tiktok.com/@cherkretz?lang=en Patreon Tip Jar:  Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher You might ask: Cher, how did you go from being a school counselor to a top-ranked podcast host? It's because of the business support at SPI (Smart Passive Income). Here is my unique affiliate link to check it out: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/community/?via=cher-kretz

Want to help your kids find their genius? Introduce them the clear thinking and nudge out confusion using the Philosophical Razors.Try one of these razors with your family applied to a local or global issue and let me know what you find! brenda@thekidcode.caShift your thinking and thrive—and remember to spread the love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of WiseTalk, CEO and Executive Leadership Coach Sue Bethanis hosts New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Rich Horwath to discuss his new book, STRATEGIC: The Skill to Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Executive Excellence.Rich Horwath is the Founder and CEO of the Strategic Thinking Institute, where he serves leadership teams as a strategy workshop facilitator, executive coach, and strategic advisor. His work has been featured in publications including Fast Company, Forbes, and the Harvard Business Review. Chief Executive Magazine has introduced him as “the world's foremost expert on strategic thinking.”As a former chief strategy officer and professor of strategy at the graduate level, he brings a practical, real-world approach based on strong foundational principles to help executives develop their strategic capabilities. Rich has appeared on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX TV to share his perspectives on current business strategy issues. In addition to his work facilitating strategy workshops for leadership teams and providing executive coaching services and strategic counsel, he is a highly sought-after keynote speaker for groups ranging from 10 to 10,000.Rich earned an MBA with Distinction from the Kellstadt Graduate School of Business at DePaul University and has completed postgraduate courses in strategy at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and the Tuck School of Business Administration at Dartmouth College.

Are you hiring people based on their diploma and previous job titles? Or do you evaluate talent based on their skills and abilities? On this episode of The People Purpose Podcast, Chas and Julie discuss skills-based hiring and different ways you can change your approach to hiring. Plus, in the business stat of the day, find out how many executives think their organization should help employees learn new, relevant skills, and how many are actually doing something about it.

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What does it mean to be good at thinking? Or more importantly, thinking strategically?Most people answer this question by saying that in order to be good at thinking, you have to be knowledgeable. And while knowledge is certainly a critical input for good thinking, it's just an input. It's not the actual practice of being able to think well.Good strategic thinking is the culmination of mental processes that enable us to analyze, reason, solve problems, make decisions, and generate creative ideas in an efficient manner.In other words, it's a skill. But we don't treat it as one.It's something we can get better at and refine, a muscle that we can strengthen, and yet outside of our daily work, we do very little to develop that muscle. And it's a special muscle, because thinking strategically demands that we employ all kinds of cognitive abilities at once.In this house episode of Unseen Unknown, Jasmine and Jean-Louis break down his steps for how to think strategically, and to keep getting better and better at it.Don't take your ability to think strategically for granted. Many of us only do a fraction of what is possible with our minds, but there is a lot more power available to us when we start to cultivate our thinking skills.Links to interesting things mentioned in this episode and further reading:The issue at Houston Airport — Occupied time & design. (Caus): https://medium.com/caus/the-issue-at-houston-airport-occupied-time-design-542b092b3747Episode 369: Wait Wait...Tell Me! (99% Invisible Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/369-wait-wait-tell-me/id394775318?i=1000519252449 The Truth Behind Japan's “Seven Minute Miracle” (BBN Times): https://www.bbntimes.com/politics/the-truth-behind-japan-s-seven-minute-miracleEpisode 130: Diana Chapman: Trusting Your Instincts (The Knowledge Project Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/130-diana-chapman-trusting-your-instincts/id990149481?i=1000550402826Known knowns, known unknowns, unknown unknowns & Leadership (Andrea Mantovani): https://medium.com/@andreamantovani/known-knowns-known-unknowns-unknown-unknowns-leadership-367f346b0953Conspicuous Commitment Is The Next Era Of Status (Concept Bureau): https://conceptbureau.com/conspicuous-commitment-is-the-next-era-of-status/For more brand strategy thinking: https://www.theconceptbureau.com/