Mafost Mashup

In this episode of the Mafost Mashup , we discuss ways to boost morale, one communication misstep, and the concept of vulnerability-based trust in a school culture and team.

What does personalization look like in classrooms? What role can technology play in personalized learning? In part 1 of the interview with Marci Houseman we talk concepts of personalization and how they apply to one elementary classroom. Get the show notes at mafost.com/mashup/ Follow Marci on Twitter at @marcihouseman

Stop doing lists are critical to keeping focus in your school improvement efforts. However, this simple to use strategy will make stop-doing lists an automated part of your plans.  mafost.com Music by Lobo Loco

How do you shift the instructional climate? Let's talk about the 3 factors in instructional climate and some actionable how-to strategies for each factor. Do you get the monthly email? Get it at https://mafost.blog/

These 6 ways cost nothing. When used, they will empower your star teachers and solve the morale problem. Is the school climate a little off? Is teacher morale low? Is turnover a problem? In this episode you'll find: 1) How to Say Thanks 2) How to Treasure Hunt 3) Avoid Task Vacuums 4) Manage Your Own Fears 5) Manage Frameworks 6) Create a Culture of Success Consider leaving your thoughts or a ques...

What is your vision for your school? How is that vision different than a shared vision. In this how-to episode of season 4, we look a simple method you can use to create your vision.  Do you have Questions? I'd love to answer them. Go to https://mafost.com/pod/ and submit a question to be answer on the podcast. Also,  get the daily email three days per week at https://mafost.com/lead/

There are 5 culture crafting strategies for school leaders in this episode: SGI Clarity Smash the But What Abouts Use Conditioning (Words Not Needed) Avoid Rubbernecking The Mafost Mashup is beginning a series of how-to episodes for principals and school leaders. This is the first, and you can keep up with the research and show notes at mafost.com/mashup Get the daily email at https://mafost.com/l...

This is a mashup of season 1 focusing on Action, Finishing Strong, Empathy, and Impact on Learning. Topics include: Dynamic Teams for Culture Data Developing the Instructional Plan Using April and May to Finish Strong Empathy in School Leadership Situational Awareness Research on Staff Happiness Misuses of Data Impact on Learning Get the show notes at https://mafost.com/mashup The daily blog is de...

Four highly actionable ways to use celebration to impact professional learning and student learning on your campus. These are research-based strategies and not fleeting tactics or gimmicks. Get the research and show notes at https://mafost.com/mashup

Immediacy. It can increase your impact as a school leader. It's an actionable way to lead with empathy. But what is it? How can you do it? Learn More at https://mafost.com/blog

2 Actionable tips to increase your importance (and influence) with a group. This bonus episode is a follow-up to the problems presented in the season 3 finale: Winning with Bold Empathy. Learn More at https://mafost.com/mashup/

In this season 3 finale, we investigate the connections between group think, bystander effect, herd mentality, fear of failure, risk-taking, and bold empathy. Resources: http://822tribe.com and https://mafost.com/lead

In this bonus interview, Mel Hawkins shares his thoughts on erasing grade levels, competency-based learning, mastery teaching, and other outlier ideas to increase student learning. Connect with Mel on Twitter . Find show notes, research, and the daily blog at mafost.com .

Plus, 15 ways to create change!

The what, why, and how for stop doing lists including the interesting behavior science behind human memory and cognitive bandwidth. (Episode 58) Get the show notes and more research at https://mafost.com/mashup If you to have more Mafost, subscribe to the 3 times per week blog at mafost.com/blog

The role of emotion in school leadership. Using the powerful leadership resonator. Insights from Daniel Goleman. And the power of this rarely-discussed intersection of emotion and clarity. Get the research and show notes at mafost.com/mashup Want to join the Weekly #822Chat? Visit 822tribe.com .

This season is about people, and this episode is about three of the most common missteps that cause bottlenecks in communication. Research from the Harvard Business Review, a Marine Courtroom, and practical solutions are all present in this episode. Get more insanely innovative ideas at https://mafost.com

Episode 55: How to craft a masterpiece in 2019, work in the fringe of conflict, and lead with vulnerability. This mid-season 3 bonus focuses on 3 distinct how-to segments.  Get the Show Notes at mafost.com/mashup Also, join Matt at the #822Chat on Twitter. Learn more at 822tribe.com

In part 2 of this interview with Dr. Bryan Pearlman, we continue the discussion on mental health and wellness in schools - 1:45 How a Guaranteed & Viable Curriculum Promotes a Healthy School  - 2:10 Not Just Teaching to the Test  Supporting Strong and Healthy Teams  - 3:30 Taking the Long-View on Academics  - 4:00 Cognitive Conflicts Instead of Affect Conflicts  - 4:45...

In this interview, Dr. Bryan Pearlman and Matt discuss how to create a school culture that supports mental health and wellness. Topics include: - Helping students deal with trauma and self-harm. - Helping teachers with stress and anxiety. - Setting the health of a school on the right path. - Self-care for teachers. - Finding balance and avoiding burnout. Get the show notes at https://mafost.com/ma...

Google uses OKRs to avoid the numbing effects of bureaucratic improvement planning. Your school can use OKRs ( Objectives and Key Results) to take the leaps toward your vision in small concrete steps. You can find details and samples of OKRs under Season 3 at https://mafost.com/mashup

What's in a Name? Quite a bit, it turns out. Should a school work on a brand? What is a brand? What do the top 10 high schools in the U.S. have in common? This episode includes the following topics: - Tesla's Quest for a Name - Nominative Determinism - Studies on the Impact of Names - A Tennis Classic - Top 10 Schools 2018 - Three Types of Values - Finding Your Something Get the research and show...

How do you celebrate the strengths of your team? This week’s #822chat was on fire again! The tribe is connecting, discussing, and sharing some amazing ideas. The theme for December is "gifts". How to find them. How to celebrate them. To get show notes, research, and dig deeper visit https://mafost.com/mashup

Can you change practices that have become automatic? What's the difference between an environment where play is encouraged and one in which self-regulation is the norm? How does cognitive embodiment manipulate our judgment? Is it possible to intentionally inspire human brains? What's the difference between supervision and being watched? Topics Include: -- Psychology of Perceptions and Manipulation...

The school reflects your confidence and passion. Likewise, it mirrors your fear and insecurity. Embrace your weaknesses, build your strengths, and empower your people.