In this fifth, and final, episode of our special Transformational Coaching mini-series, Elena and Erica wrap-up their coaching engagement. Their conversation beautifully demonstrates the power of Transformational Coaching, and the cyclical nature of this model and our healing and growth. […]
In this fourth episode of our special Transformational Coaching mini-series, Elena begins to move her client into Phase 4 of the Transformational Coaching Model: Build New Practices. […]
Sometimes coaching conversations don’t fall neatly into a framework. Sometimes making progress simply requires making space to process.
In this third episode of our special Transformational Coaching mini-series, we’re bringing you a slightly different type of conversation. One that demonstrates what happens when you trust the process and follow the conversation where the client needs it to go. In Elena’s reflections before and after the conversation, you’ll gain insight into her planning process, as well as the decisions she makes while coaching. […]
In this first episode of our special Transformational Coaching mini-series, we’re diving into Phase 1 of the Transformational Coaching model: Surface Current Reality. A mix of a real-life coaching conversation and Elena pulling back the curtain to share her thought process and what you need to know to put Phase 1 into action in all of your back-to-school coaching conversations. […]
In the fourth and final episode of our four part mini-series, Starting the School Year Strong, Elena shares her favorite tips and tricks relating to the logistical and technical elements of coaching. From how to set-up your coaching notebook, to the 15-minutes a day that can transform your coaching conversations, to how often to meet with your clients. We’ve got you covered!
Listen in, and then hop over to our Instagram this week to engage with supplemental materials to guide you through this critical step in preparing for your best school year yet. […]
In the third of our four episode mini-series, Starting the School Year Strong, Elena shares what needs to be crystal clear if you want a thriving coaching program.
Listen in, and then hop over to our Instagram this week to engage with supplemental materials to guide you through this critical step in preparing for your best school year yet. […]
In the second of our four episode mini-series, Starting the School Year Strong, Elena shares what you need to consider to ensure you have the PD structures in place to support your learning and to live into your vision for this year.
Listen in, and then hop over to our Instagram this week to engage with supplemental materials to guide you through this critical step in preparing for your best school year yet. […]
Read More… from Episode 133: The PD You Need [Starting the School Year Strong Mini-Series]
In this first of our four episode mini-series, Starting the School Year Strong, Elena walks you through the process of identifying a vision for the year that will empower and energize you.
Listen in, and then hop over to our Instagram this week to engage with supplemental materials to guide you through this critical step in preparing for your best school year yet. […]
Read More… from Episode 132: The Power of Vision [Starting the School Year Strong Mini-Series]
Sharon McMahon of @SharonSaysSo joins Elena today to discuss a wide-range of topics, including: Sharon’s effective approach to combating lies and conspiracy theories with openness and facts, the power of individual actions, and how you can make a meaningful contribution by doing what you can, a transformational approach to teaching and learning history (and current day events), the perils of teacher appreciation week, and what we should be doing instead, how focusing on your sphere of influence and control can make or break your experience in the classroom and what your favorite animal might say about you. […]
Read More… from Episode 131: Do What You Can: In Conversation with Sharon McMahon of @SharonSaysSo
Wondering what to read this summer? Look no further! In this episode, Elena shares her top book recommendations for personal growth, professional development, and distraction. She also shares what’s on her to-read list this summer, and is joined by fellow author, Dr. Kimberly Parker to discuss her book (which is one of Elena’s top summer picks!), Literacy is Liberation. […]
Read More… from Episode 130: What to Read This Summer with Dr. Kimberly Parker