2P162: Forward Together: A Deep Dive with George Couros

In this episode, join hosts Jason and Kevin as they engage in an enlightening conversation with George Couros, educator, speaker, and author of the new book 'Forward Together: Moving Schools From Conflict to Community in Contentious Times.' They discuss the challenges of balancing work and personal life, especially for those in leadership roles. George shares his journey of rebranding, collaborating on the new logo, and revamping the website to better align with their mission. They delve into the importance of humility, vulnerability, and resilience in leadership, along with strategies for building community and fostering trust within school environments. George provides insights on the significance of addressing disagreements proactively and shares emotional stories that highlight the power of unity in educational settings. Get ready to be inspired and motivated to lead with energy, clarity, and purpose.

00:00 Introduction: Finding Balance in Life and Leadership

00:28 Casual Conversation and Production Meeting Insights

01:01 Rebranding Journey: New Logo and Website

04:02 Weekly Motivational Message and Guest Introduction

05:57 Guest Interview: George Curous on Leadership and Education

09:59 The Importance of Family and Personal Growth

14:06 Discussing the New Book: Forward Together

18:46 Practical Advice for Principals: Embracing Challenges

26:10 Turning Adversaries into Advocates

28:09 Embracing Discomfort for Growth

30:14 The Power of Vulnerability

30:56 Anecdotes from 'Forward Together'

36:12 The Van Halen M&M Story

41:34 The Hesitant Ski Jumper

44:19 The Whitney Houston Challenge

48:09 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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