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EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 42 MIN

Transforming Education Through Trust: Why Teacher Observations Should Build Up, Not Break Down with Craig Randall

from The Best You - A Coaching Podcast: Personal Growth Through Real Conversations · host Gary Gillan

Send us Fan MailHow do you learn best on the job - from someone constantly pointing out what you’re doing is wrong, or from a supportive and trust-based dialogue perspective?I know my preference in all areas of my life - not just the classroom. Craig is the creator of Trust-Based Observations and we discuss why traditional teacher evaluations kill innovation and how focusing on strengths transforms teacher experience and entire school cultures. Discover why collective teacher efficacy has four times the impact of other educational interventions, how asking permission before offering suggestions changes everything, and why the best mentorship often comes when you least expect it.Perfect for: Educators, school leaders, coaches, managers, and anyone seeking innovative approaches to leadership, personal growth, and building high-performing teams through trust.Your transformation: Shift from a deficit-focused evaluation mindset to a strengths-based approach that creates psychological safety and inspires genuine growth.Key takeaways:Traditional observations focus on what's wrong, not what’s rightAsking "What were you doing to help students learn?" helps teachers become more purposeful and reflectiveBuilding trust takes timeWhen you create conditions where people feel safe trying new things, growth follows You can see more from Craig here:Website: Trust Based ObservationsLinkedIn: Craig RandallGary's Website | LinkedIn | Facebook 

Send us Fan Mail How do you learn best on the job - from someone constantly pointing out what you’re doing is wrong, or from a supportive and trust-based dialogue perspective? I know my preference in all areas of my life - not just the classroom. Craig is the creator of Trust-Based Observations and we discuss why traditional teacher evaluations kill innovation and how focusing on strengths transforms teacher experience and entire school cultures. Discover why collective teacher ef...

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