EPISODE · Apr 1, 2025 · 37 MIN
We Can Be Powerful or Pitiful... Choose Wisely with Tina Miller
from Productive Joy · host Dr. Christie McMullen
In this episode of Productive Joy, the host introduces Tina Miller, a dynamic speaker, author, comedian, and founder of Victory High School. Tina shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood and addiction to becoming a beacon of hope for students struggling with substance use disorders. Throughout the episode, she discusses the importance of gratitude, humor, and compassionate education. Tina also reveals her unique hiring process, which involves students interviewing potential staff, ensuring they align with the school's mission of providing hope and healing.Connect with Tina MillerConnect with Tina MillerDr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between. Episode Highlights:00:37 Meet Tina Miller01:52 Tina's Early Life and Challenges04:11 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Purpose05:34 Founding Florida Recovery Schools07:45 Empowering Students and Staff14:11 Hiring the Right People18:40 Defining Productive Joy19:10 Embracing Gratitude for Joy20:22 The Power of a Grateful Sponsor22:23 Overcoming Adversity with Positivity23:27 Journey into Comedy26:34 Impact of Teachers and Mentors30:38 Rapid Fire Questions34:12 Final Thoughts on Joy and HopeKeywords:ProductiveJoyTina MillerChristiepodcastfollowsubscribefur babiesspeakerauthorcomediantherapeutic foster carestudentsspeech therapybullyingOhioalcoholdrugsspeech impairmentdomestic violencetraumawritingpoetryjuvenile justicenon-profitsubstance useaddictionsobrietyeducatorsFlorida Recovery SchoolsTampa BayVictory High Schoolcompassionresiliencefaithgratitudehigh schoolcollegeequine therapymentortherapeuticfuntraumacreativitymental healthrecovery programabusive environmentself-discoveryfoster care systemstoicism
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In this episode of Productive Joy, the host introduces Tina Miller, a dynamic speaker, author, comedian, and founder of Victory High School. Tina shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood and addiction to becoming a beacon of hope for students struggling with substance use disorders. Throughout the episode, she discusses the importance of gratitude, humor, and compassionate education. Tina also reveals her unique hiring process, which involves students interviewing potential staff, ensuring they align with the school's mission of providing hope and healing.Connect with Tina MillerConnect with Tina MillerDr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between. Episode Highlights:00:37 Meet Tina Miller01:52 Tina's Early Life and Challenges04:11 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Purpose05:34 Founding Florida Recovery Schools07:45 Empowering Students and Staff14:11 Hiring the Right People18:40 Defining Productive Joy19:10 Embracing Gratitude for Joy20:22 The Power of a Grateful Sponsor22:23 Overcoming Adversity with Positivity23:27 Journey into Comedy26:34 Impact of Teachers and Mentors30:38 Rapid Fire Questions34:12 Final Thoughts on Joy and HopeKeywords:ProductiveJoyTina MillerChristiepodcastfollowsubscribefur babiesspeakerauthorcomediantherapeutic foster carestudentsspeech therapybullyingOhioalcoholdrugsspeech impairmentdomestic violencetraumawritingpoetryjuvenile justicenon-profitsubstance useaddictionsobrietyeducatorsFlorida Recovery SchoolsTampa BayVictory High Schoolcompassionresiliencefaithgratitudehigh schoolcollegeequine therapymentortherapeuticfuntraumacreativitymental healthrecovery programabusive environmentself-discoveryfoster care systemstoicism
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