The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
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The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
I am a learner, author, speaker, and sometimes I make podcasts talking about any and all of these things. One day, I will rap in my podcasts officially making me a SoundCloud rapper.
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Why Sharing Success Can help us move “Forward, Together"- Jesse Fawess & George Couros
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What if the stories we choose to share in education shape the futur...
How to Captivate Students in the Age of AI and Digital Distractions | Marc Isseks
How do educators keep students engaged in a world full of digital distractions, while also using artificial intelligence to deepen thinking rather tha...
Discussion Over Debate: A Better Way to Advocate for Education
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In this episode of "The Innova...
Purpose-Driven Education: Steve Ward on DreamCatcher and Helping Students Find Purpose
What happens when education helps students discover who they are and why they matter?
In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George...
“Tell Me Where I Am Wrong”: Why Great Leaders Invite Challenge and Disagreement - George Couros
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What happens when a leader openly says, “Tell me where I am...
51 Lessons at 51: Why You Should Kick Down Doors Instead of Waiting for Opportunity
In this episode of the podcast, I reflect on turning 51 and share honest lessons from the ups and downs of the past year. One idea that has helped me...
Do Your Aspirations Match Your Work Ethic? 3 Lessons on Effort, Attitude, and Supporting Others
Do your aspirations actually match your work ethic?
In this episode, George Couros reflects on three powerful lessons about effort, mindset, and...
Naperville 203’s Innovative Approach to AI, Instructional Technology, and Community Ownership
In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George Couros speaks with Noor Shammas and Matt Langes from Naperville Community Unit School Distr...
What does it mean to be a winner? - The Importance of Kindness, Work-Ethic & Belonging in Education
What does it really mean to “sit with winners”?
In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George Couros reflects on a viral message th...
How TeacherGoals Supports and Uplifts Educators Worldwide | Alaina Clark
In this episode, Alaina Clark shares her journey from bioanalytical chemist to leading TeacherGoals, a global online community designed to support, up...
3 Strategies for Turning the Spotlight Onto Others in Education
In this episode, based on his weekly newsletter, George Couros shares reflections from his Learning and the Brain keynote and explores how educators c...
Robby Cobbs on TechMySchool, Human-Centered EdTech, and the Future of Learning
In this episode, George Couros sits down with Robby Cobbs, CEO of Tech My School, to explore his journey from teaching in classrooms around the world...
Leading Schools That Last: Lessons from What Makes a Great Principal - A Q&A with George Couros
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In this episode, George Couros reflects on his work with T...
Anthony Padrnos on Breaking Silos, AI, and Leadership in Education - The #InnovatorsMindset
In this episode, George Couros sits down with Anthony Padrnos, Executive Director of Technology for Osseo Area Schools in Minnesota, to explore what i...
Start Before You're Ready: The Power of Just Beginning- George Couros
George Couros reflects on how accidental beginnings, launching a blog, starting a podcast, and writing Forward, Together, led to unexpected opportunit...
Unorthodox Leadership in Schools: Leigh Ragsdale on Empathy, Voice, and Transforming Student Success
In this conversation, George Couros speaks with Leigh Ragsdale, known as the “Unorthodox Principal,” about her journey from alternative high school te...
On the "Tell Them Theory": Why Sharing the Good Matters More Than You Think
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What is the "Tell Them Theory" and how can it transfor...
How Leaders Build Trust and Community: A Conversation on "Forward, Together" with Cristina Capretta
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Guest host Cristina Capretta, a district communication...
3 Habits for Growth, Letting Go, and Self-Belief - George Couros
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What are simple, practical ways to start the year focu...
Lead From Who You Are: The Personal, People, and Process Rhythms of Meaningful Leadership
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In this episode, George Couros sits down with Joe Sanfelippo to...
From Burnout to Impact: Jayme Braida on Literacy, Leadership, and Resilient Schools
In this episode, George Couros sits down with Jayme Braida, a National Distinguished Principal from rural Iowa, to explore her journey from classroom...
Brad Gustafson & George Couros on Leading With Principles, Perspective, & Purpose | #ForwardTogether
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Brad Gustafson and George Couros explore the core ideas behi...
Erik Francis on Deeper Learning, Depth of Knowledge and the Skills Needed for the Future of Education
In this conversation, Erik Francis, founder of Maverick Education, shares his journey from English teacher and school administrator to author and cons...
Why Forward, Together Starts With Community, Not Consensus - Check out the Intro of my latest book!
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This episode is a reading of the introduction chapter from...
Fitness Habits for Educators & How to Keep Appointments With Yourself With Holli Elliott
In this podcast conversation, Holli Elliott shares practical fitness habits for educators and busy parents who want to stay healthy without unrealisti...
Forward, Together: Why Community, Confidence, & Conversation Matter in Education - w/ Lauren Kaufman
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In this podcast conversation, George Couros is joine...
Leading With Grace: Hope, Authenticity, and Retaining Great Educators | Julia Bialeski
In this episode, I sit down with Julia Bialeski to explore what it means to lead with authenticity, sustain hope, and focus on people in today’s schoo...
How Vulnerability Builds Stronger School Cultures, A Superintendent’s Perspective with Heidi Weeks
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In this episode, George Couros is joined by Heidi Week...
Human-Centered Data in K–12: Aeries VP Lara Clickner on Relationships, and Leadership
Host George talks with Lara Clickner, VP of Customer Experience at Aeries Software, about her path from K–12 counselor and principal to leading custo...
How School Board Trustees Can Lead Through Disagreement and Build Community Trust - #ForwardTogether
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This conversation is designed specifically to support...
Why Routine Matters for Self Regulation and Becoming Your Best Self in 2026 | Dr. Bhavini Bhakta
n this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George Couros is joined by Dr. Bhavini Bhakta for a practical and reflective conversation on health...
Why Vulnerable Leadership Builds Stronger School Communities | #ForwardTogether with Meghan Lawson
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In this conversation with Meghan Lawson, George Couros reflect...
How Hands-On Learning Builds Curiosity, Independence, and Excitement in Elementary Classrooms
In this episode, Brittany Dixon, an upper-elementary teacher known as @Elementary_Magic on Instagram, shares how hands-on learning and a supportive sc...
Forward, Together: Katie Novak and George Couros on What Schools Can do to Bring Community Together
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In this special "Forward, Together" preview episode, g...
Leading Through Disagreement: Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket & George Couros on Moving "Forward, Together"
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How can school leaders turn disagreement into growth r...
"Forward, Together: Moving Schools from Conflict to Community in Contentious Times" available now!
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In this book release episode, George Couros shares the...
Letting Go of Grudges: A Simple Shift That Improved My Year
My latest book, "Forward, Together: Moving Schools from Conflict to Community in Contentious Times," is now available here: https://amzn.to/4p62hZ2
Teaching Kids to Be Entrepreneurs: Leah Ellis on Financial Literacy, Leadership, and Creativity - IM S6EP51
Leah Ellis, founder and executive director of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs, joins George to share how children as young as four can launch real...
When You Feel Stuck, Move: Three Lessons on Loss, Purpose, and Starting Again - George Couros
In this deeply personal podcast episode, George Couros reflects on one of the hardest seasons of his life and the lessons that helped him move forward...
Jennie Gyford: Teach Like the Floor Is on Fire - Practical Strategies for Student Engagement S6EP50
In this episode, veteran teacher Jennie Gyford dives into her new book Teach Like the Floor Is on Fire and shares honest, funny, and deeply relatable...