Blog Posts
My Toenail Fell Off – Change Is Afoot
May 1, 2018
Excuse the pun in the title of this newsletter but I lost my big toenail. After years of dealing with a toenail injury caused by […]
How Do I Share Something Difficult With My Colleague?
April 24, 2018
Here are some strategies for sharing your feelings or concerns in a professional manner
Something happened. Your colleague said something you found a bit harsh or […]
How Do I Share Something Challenging With My Supervisor?
April 3, 2018
Here are some tips to help you bring your concerns to your boss
Almost everyone of us has someone we work with who is “above us” […]
What’s The Next Right Step
April 2, 2018
I hesitate to be such a downer, but things aren’t okay. My father is in hospice. My country is dealing with disarray on a scale […]
“What You Should Do Is…” And Other Ways To Offer A Suggestion That Annoys People
March 8, 2018
3 tips on the best way to share your advice
We’ve all been there. We know better. We want to help others just “get it.” Then […]
Everything I Needed to Know I Learned in Kindergarten
March 1, 2018
Just returned from time at home seeing family in MN. Nothing like February in Minnesota. Actually, it was sunny and over 30 degrees on some […]
Can I Give You Some Feedback? And Other Ways To Not Offer Ideas
February 19, 2018
Here are some tips for better collaboration
Have you ever heard the question, “Can I give you some feedback?” Did you want to say “No” immediately? […]
The Deep End: Facilitating Continuous Professional Development
February 13, 2018
I had the fantastic opportunity to meet David Weston of the Teacher Development Trust (TDT) this past month. David is the executive director of TDT […]
My Reality Isn’t Virtual
February 1, 2018
Just returned from the Future of Educational Technology Conference in Orlando. Tech coaches, directors of technology, assistant superintendents of curriculum and instruction, superintendents, media specialists, […]
How To Ask The Questions People Want To Answer
January 25, 2018
Wondering what defines a “good” question? Here’s the inside scoop.
“How was your winter holiday?” “What are your resolutions for 2018?” “How are you today?”
Lots of […]
