What If You Had a Year to Travel the World?

In this invigorating episode Dean interviews Craig Cantlie, a global educator whose experiences range from teaching in Vancouver to holding a principal position in Tokyo. The conversation delves into the importance of travel and real-world experiences in broadening Craig's educational horizons. Craig also shares the significance of his British Columbia background and the way it has shaped him. Craig also shares insights in leading people from extremely diverse educational backgrounds as well. He also reflects on 7 years leading a TEDx conference. 00:01 Introduction04:23 Craig's Year of Travel: An Unplanned Adventure10:37 Craig's International Teaching Experiences11:00 Comparing Education Systems: BC vs International13:42 The Challenges and Opportunities of Diverse Teaching Backgrounds16:03 Reflecting on Career Achievements and Leadership Challenges19:01 Launching and Learning from TedX West Van24:34 The Power of Invitation and the Impact of Leadership24:46 Advice for Aspiring Leaders33:21 Current Reads, Podcasts, and Binge-Worthy Shows37:11 Exploring Tokyo: Hidden Gems and Cultural Nuances