Shift from Wait and See to Plan to Be

Welcome back to Control Shift Lead! In this episode, hosts Jim Wichman and Adam Busch dive into the back-to-school reality, sharing their personal experiences with the exhaustion and excitement of the first few days. They reflect on the differences between starting the school year on a Monday versus a Wednesday and share some great stories, including Jim's recent travels and speaking engagements in Louisiana and West Virginia.The core of this episode focuses on addressing our first mailbag question from a new teacher who feels their ideas are not being heard in department meetings. Jim and Adam offer practical advice, emphasizing the importance of being proactive, building trust with colleagues, and the value of clear communication. They discuss the "clear as kind" philosophy from Brené Brown and the importance of understanding personality profiles like the DiSC to improve communication within teams. They also stress that a new teacher's fresh perspective is a valuable asset to any team. The episode shifts to a discussion on the "honeymoon phase" of the school year, challenging educators to move beyond initial planning. They introduce the concept of "plan to be in that moment" versus "wait and see," advocating for continuous measurement, monitoring, and adjustment of school initiatives.Be sure to tune in for this insightful discussion on professional growth, team dynamics, and strategic planning..Thank You for Listening!  This has been an episode from The FowardED Network—Where we are Advancing Voices and Shaping Education. We are dedicated to supporting everyone invested in K-12 success: teachers, leaders, parents, and community advocates.Want to keep the conversation going?Subscribe: Never miss an insight. Hit the subscribe or follow button on your podcast app to automatically receive our next episode.Share the Knowledge: If this episode provided value, please take a moment to rate and review us! Your five-star reviews help new teachers, parents, and leaders find our network.Explore the Network: This show is just one part of the ForwardEd Network family. Head over to our network page to explore our full roster of interconnected podcasts, including CTRL Shift Lead, Vice Principal UnOfficed, From Carpool to College, and Your Morning Boost.Connect with Us: Have a question or an idea for a future episode? Reach out to us at [email protected] or find us on social media using the tag #theForwardEDnetwork.Ready for your next boost? Browse our catalog and discover your next great listen on The ForwardED Network.