The People Teaching People Podcast Podcast Por Tiana Fech arte de portada

The People Teaching People Podcast

The People Teaching People Podcast

De: Tiana Fech
Escúchala gratis

The People Teaching People Podcast is the place to talk about all things teaching and learning. Hosted by educator, course development consultant, lifelong learner, and mom of three, Tiana Fech, this podcast will dive into how education truly plays an important and integral role in all facets of our lives – how we work, do business, live, play, explore, and build relationships. Get curious and be inspired by personal reflections and conversations about the who, what, when, where, why, and how of teaching and learning in a world where there is always more to discover.© Tiana Fech Consulting Economía Educación Gestión y Liderazgo Liderazgo
Episodios
  • 062: Framing Your Work with Tiana Fech

    062: Framing Your Work with Tiana Fech
    Jun 24 2025
    Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I wish there was a clearer way to explain how I work or teach”? I’ve been there, too. For me, frameworks have become one of those quiet, powerful tools that help turn scattered thoughts into something clear and meaningful. They aren’t just buzzwords or complicated diagrams. They’re ways to make the invisible parts of our work visible, helping us organize ideas, decisions, and intentions so we and the people we work with can see the heart of what really matters. In this episode, we explore what frameworks are, why they matter, and how they can help us design, lead, and connect with purpose - whether it’s guiding students through research projects, creating learning experiences, or shaping your own approach to work. Think of frameworks as bridges that connect ideas to action and people to each other. Listen in as we talk about: 01:00 A key tool in my tool belt 02:47 Making the invisible - visible 05:25 A framework for engagement 09:06 Designing learning with heart 10:53 Why frameworks matter 12:55 Shaping your framework 15:00 Framing your work forward Connect with Tiana: Website: https://tianafech.com LinkedIn: Tiana Fech Instagram: @tianafech Facebook: @tianafech Book: Online Course Creation 101: A step-by-step guide to creating your first online course MAKING THE INVISIBLE - VISIBLE “A framework is really about making something invisible… visible. It gives shape to what you value, what you do, and how you do it.” So, what is a framework, really? It might sound like a stuffy corporate buzzword, but at its core, a framework is simply a structured way to organize your thinking. It’s like swapping out a messy junk drawer for a neat, labelled filing cabinet helping you (and others) make sense of your ideas, decisions, and approach. Frameworks don’t have to be fancy. They can be a simple model or a detailed visual guide. What matters is that they bring clarity and meaning to your work. In fact, you’re probably already using frameworks without realizing it - in how you give feedback, lead a meeting, or make decisions. The power comes when you name and shape those patterns with intention, turning them into tools that are not only useful to you, but usable and shareable with others. A good framework doesn’t complicate things. It helps you see what matters, how it connects, and how to share it in a way that truly makes sense. A FRAMEWORK FOR ENGAGEMENT Creating the ARIS Hub Student Engagement Framework for Applied Research and Innovation Services at SAIT, the Southern Institute of Technology, was less about checking boxes and more about asking the right questions. My colleague Teresa Bent and I spent two years exploring what meaningful student engagement really looks like in applied research - where timelines, partners, and projects are constantly shifting. We didn’t start with a polished plan. We started with curiosity, sticky notes, and honest conversations. Over time, key themes like purpose, roles, quality, and impact became the backbone of a framework that now helps guide, support, and reflect on student involvement in a clear, consistent, and human way. It includes everything from shared language to guiding principles but at its heart, it’s about creating positive, growth-oriented experiences for everyone involved. When frameworks are rooted in real questions and lived experience, they become more than just tools. They become trusted guides for meaningful connection and impact. DESIGNING LEARNING WITH HEART In my consulting work, I wanted a way to capture what truly matters in learning design - not just the content, but the connection. That’s how the People Teaching People Framework came to life. It’s a visual, human-centered tool that guides facilitators, entrepreneurs, and organizations in creating meaningful learning experiences across all kinds of settings. At its core is a belief that great learning happens when people connect with each other and with purpose...
    Más Menos
    17 m
  • 061: Learning, Leading, and Healing Through Physiotherapy with Tyson Plesuk

    061: Learning, Leading, and Healing Through Physiotherapy with Tyson Plesuk
    Jun 10 2025
    What happens when physiotherapy care goes beyond treating just the injury? In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with someone I’ve known my entire life - my younger brother, Tyson Plesuk. Tyson is a sports and manual physiotherapist, a three-time Olympic medical team member, and co-owner of Movement Sports Clinic. Our conversation was an exploration into what it means to lead, teach, and grow through movement, injury, and recovery. Tyson’s journey into physiotherapy began with an injury at age 15 and the care of an athletic therapist who not only treated his body, but inspired his future. Since then, Tyson’s career has spanned amateur and professional sport, international competition, and community health. He has worked with everyone from Olympic athletes to grandparents chasing their grandkids, always bringing the same level of care, curiosity, and connection. What sets Tyson apart is his deep commitment to lifelong learning and his belief that healing is a team effort. In our conversation, he shares how his competitive drive and love of sport translate into a constant pursuit of excellence - not just for himself, but for his patients, his team, and his own children, whom he now coaches. We talk about the evolution of physiotherapy, what it means to teach and empower patients, and how mentorship plays a key role in his clinic’s culture. Tyson also opens up about pinch-me moments in his career - from walking in the Olympic opening ceremonies to helping athletes achieve gold - and the many mentors who shaped him along the way. Whether you’re dreaming of a career in physiotherapy, navigating your own recovery, or just love a good story of perseverance, leadership, and growth, this episode will leave you inspired. Tyson’s journey reminds us that education isn’t just found in classrooms. It’s lived on ice rinks, in treatment rooms, through coaching, and in every small act of care that helps someone move forward. Listen in as we talk about: 04:55 Tyson's journey into physiotherapy 07:43 Commitment to continuous learning 10:19 From challenges to pinch-me moments 12:42 Learning together, healing together 20:12 The heart of leadership 23:09 Advice for aspiring physiotherapists 25:10 Life lessons through sport 26:30 Continuing to grow in physio 28:08 Coaching, learning, and growth 30:40 Lessons from mentors 35:06 Proud moments through partnership 37:24 A growing curiosity for pickleball 38:39 Learning from a legend 39:37 Creating your own luck Connect with Tyson: Websites: Tyson Physiotherapy: https://tysonphysiotherapy.com/ Movement Sports Clinic: https://movementsportsclinic.ca/ LinkedIn: Tyson Plesuk Instagram: @tyson_physio @movesportclinic Facebook: @movementsportclinic Connect with Tiana: Website: https://tianafech.com LinkedIn: Tiana Fech Instagram: @tianafech Facebook: @tianafech Book: Online Course Creation 101: A step-by-step guide to creating your first online course TYSON’S JOURNEY INTO PHYSIOTHERAPY When Tyson was just 15, a hip flexor injury at a hockey camp started his pathway towards a career in physiotherapy. A caring and skilled athletic therapist named Rick Chamney helped him recover so effectively that Tyson skated off the ice inspired, wondering if a role like Rick’s could be his career in the future. From there, Tyson explored related paths like sports medicine and chiropractic, but volunteering under physiotherapist Kathryn Jeans cemented his decision. Watching her guide people from injury to full recovery showed him the powerful and personal role physiotherapists can play in someone’s journey. COMMITMENT TO CONTINUOUS LEARNING Tyson’s dedication to continual learning stems from two big parts of his story. First, he started hockey later than most kids, which lit a fire in him to catch up - putting in extra time at the rink and practicing endlessly, even using his younger sister as a stand-in goalie.
    Más Menos
    43 m
  • 060: You’ve Got This with Tiana Fech

    060: You’ve Got This with Tiana Fech
    May 27 2025
    Have you ever noticed how often we move from one thing to the next… without pausing to take in how far we’ve come? The moments that shaped us? The quiet strength it took to juggle so much, and still show up with heart? Over the years - as a mother, an educator, and someone committed to learning out loud - I’ve realized that our journeys are rarely linear. They’re layered, imperfect, and full of growth we don’t always see until we slow down. In this episode, I reflect on the messy, beautiful juggle of motherhood and meaningful work. I share the chapter I wrote five years ago for a collaborative book project, and how revisiting it today offered fresh perspective and renewed appreciation. We’ll explore what it means to find your own way, to ask for help, and to build a version of life that works for you. Whether you’re in the thick of it or coming up for air, this one’s a gentle reminder: You’ve got this. Listen in as we talk about: 01:00 Celebrating the journey 05:49 Your path, your way 08:15 Redefining the work-life juggle 13:05 Windows of your own 17:40 Saying it out loud 20:04 Creating a flexible path 22:26 Leaning on community support 24:47 Embracing new beginnings 27:04 Navigating change and finding purpose 29:18 Moving forward with intention 31:46 Finding your own flow Connect with Tiana: Website: https://tianafech.com LinkedIn: Tiana Fech Instagram: @tianafech Facebook: @tianafech Book: You've Got This, Boss Mama: A Mother's Guide to Embracing Growth and Living an Aligned Life Book: Online Course Creation 101: A step-by-step guide to creating your first online course CELEBRATING THE JOURNEY “These connections led to my connections, more learning, and more growth” When was the last time you truly paused to appreciate how far you’ve come? In this episode, I’m inviting you to do just that - to take a moment to reflect, to look back, and to celebrate the journey. That’s exactly what happened when I picked up a book that’s been with me for five years: You’ve Got This, Boss Mama, a collaborative project I’m proud to have co-authored. Holding it in my hands brought back so many memories - not just of the chapter I wrote, but of the incredible women I connected with through that experience. This includes Dina Ottoni-Battistessa, Gillian Sawyer, Shannon Christensen, Monica Hui, and Sabrina Greer - each of them has played a meaningful role in my journey, and many have joined me here on the podcast. That book sparked friendships, collaborations, and learning that helped shape who I am today. It also reminded me of the many others who supported me along the way. As I’ve moved forward from the Part-Time Jungle chapter of my work, I’m grateful for what it taught me and how it helped me grow into what I am doing and who I am today. Sometimes, the most powerful way to move forward is to pause, reflect, and honour all the steps - and people - that got you here. YOUR PATH, YOUR WAY “Life is too short and time is too precious to be living the life that others think we should lead.” Especially when it comes to motherhood and work, there’s no one-size-fits-all path - and that’s a good thing. Maybe you’re home full-time, working full-time, or juggling something in between. However it looks for you, it’s valid. And yet, the judgment still shows up - those passing comments or sideways glances that suggest there’s a “right” way to do things. But the truth is, every family is different. Every woman’s story is layered and unique. What works for one person won’t work for another, and that’s okay. There’s room for all of it - for all of us. Let’s stop measuring our choices against someone else’s expectations. Your way is the right way for you. REDEFINING THE WORK-LIFE JUGGLE Motherhood doesn’t come with a roadmap, and neither does figuring out how work fits into it. For years, I’ve been navigating the in-between - working part-time while raising three kids and trying to find roles that not only fit our family life but also feel meaning...
    Más Menos
    38 m
Todavía no hay opiniones