Change Starts Here
Episodes
Change Starts Here: The Origin Story
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In college, podcast host Dustin Odham read Rick Warren’s A Purpose Driven Life. He’s been living by a mission statement he created ever since – ...
Dustin Odham - Thank You Change Starts Here Community
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Throughout the second season Odham highlighted that he primarily focused on going more deeper and personal with his guests, by featuring the smaller t...
Derek Clark - Overcoming Trauma
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As an author and Childhood Trauma Motivational Speaker, Clark now considers himself a “hope dealer.” But this wasn’t always the case. “I didn...
Dr. Mathew Ohlson - The Power of Leadership
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great things can happen under the direction of great leadership. But how does one become a great leader? Host Dustin Odham chatted with Dr. Mathew Ohl...
Jill M. Siler - Thrive through the Five
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of “Change Starts Here,” podcast host Dustin Odham discussed being in a leadership position in the field of education with e...
Dustin Odham - Setting Daily Intentions
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday, October 24th, 2022, a school shooter killed a teacher and a student in St. Louis, Missouri. After the shooting, a letter was found in the gunm...
Linda Cliatt-Wayman - Finding Purpose and Putting it to Work
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Life throws many curveballs and at times people will have to work with what they know and have to get by. For educators, it's another ball game, and p...
Joshua Stamper - Aspire to Lead
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever think about all the minute twists and turns that led you to the exact position you sit in life? For some, that journey has more twists and...
Amen Rahh - Revolutionizing School Culture
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Evolution is gradual, but revolution is about changing things quickly. Change is what Amen Rahh, the Revolutionary Principal and author, aims to do wi...
Cynthia Covey Haller - Living Life in Crescendo
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Live Life in Crescendo: Your Most Important Work is Ahead of You is the new book by Cynthia Covey Haller. Haller, a teacher, and speaker outside of he...
Dan Schawbel - Creating a Healthier More Resilient Workplace
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The world of business and workplaces continues to change, and no one knows that better than Dan Schawbel, Managing Partner of Workplace Intelligence, ...
Julie Morgenstern - Creating Systems for the New Year
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learning how to manage your time properly and effectively can either make or break your overall productivity. In fact, good time-management is said to...
Dustin Odham - Reflect & Recharge
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bentley Kapten - Breaking it Down
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One topic that frequently comes up on Change Starts Here concerns educator burnout and the residual effect of people choosing not to enter the educati...
Best of 2022: Advice from our Guests
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2022 is a year for reflection, and at Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham wanted to devote a special episode to reflect on all of the great advice f...
Mark Murphy - Reframing Hidden Biases
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trust is the foundation, or building block, of many key innovations. Without trust, new, creative ideas born from collaboration would not exist. Trust...
EJ Carrion - Solving the Overlooked Student Problem
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that mentoring youth helps to increase their likelihood of graduating from high school while also decreasing the likelihood that youth wi...
Dustin Odham - Together is Better
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The last few years of the COVID-19 pandemic emphasized how important community and togetherness are. While being alone and on your own has its upsides...
Principal Kafele - Is My School a Better Place Because I Lead It?
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Am I, or can I be the leader my people need? This is a serious question every leader needs to pose to themselves and be able to answer with the utmost...
Betsy Wierda - The Four Essential Roles of Leadership
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amidst and after the pandemic, there is more pressure on teachers to produce more outputs than inputs; people call for more responsibility and standar...
Olympia Della Flora - Creative Ways to Help Kids Thrive in School
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Being an educator is one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs, and nobody knows that better than Olympia Della Flora. On this episode of Change ...
Dustin Odham - The Power of Silence
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mental stress and burnout are becoming increasingly common issues, characterized by feelings of exhaustion, loss of motivation, and decreased job sati...
Marie Forleo - Everything is Figureoutable
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When we make decisions in life, oftentimes they are decided by our inner thoughts. But not everyone has inner thoughts despite how common it is. Expe...
Dr. Daniel Amen - Teaching Students with ADHD
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The health of the human brain is of utmost importance considering it is responsible for how we move, the ways in which we give and interpret informati...
Engaging Your Students in Extended Learning Time (ELT) with Lynne Fox
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a post-pandemic world, students are playing catchup with their education, with additional needs for those in underserved communities. Educational d...
Great School Boards: Building a High Trust Team
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great education requires transformational leaders. What it also requires are great school boards. The Center for Public Education outlines eight chara...
Embracing Crazy Ideas with Kobi Yamada
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From digital health services in healthcare, and drone delivery services in technology, to creating a biliteracy instructional framework in education, ...
Finish Strong
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” – C.S. Lewis.It’s hard to believe, but ...
Life Between Summers with Shannon Olsen
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Being a teacher can be immensely rewarding just as much as it can be overwhelming. Some people who are inspired to teach later find other ways of util...
Trust Changes Everything with Kim Nelson
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The word trust is synonymous with many things. For some, trust means having confidence in something, believing in something, or having faith. For othe...
Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are creatures of habit, always have been and probably always will be. We are now also, thanks to the success and efficiency of technology, creature...
Leadership Cradle to Career with Tricia Valasek
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Preparing for the future has always been a main tenet of education. As the future of the workplace continues to change with advancements in technology...
Atomic Habits in Review: Making Changes that Stick
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where quick fixes are often sought after, it becomes essential to examine the foundations of our habits and how they affect our lives. Why ...
Finding Your Identity with Dustin Odham
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In an era where screens dominate our time, finding your personal identity becomes a challenge. Our generation is shaping itself based on an increasing...
Preparing Students for Life, Not Just College with Stephanie Malia Krauss
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In an era where students are grappling with uncertainties and challenges presented by the pandemic, the question arises: how do we prepare students fo...
Learning that Lasts with Janell Blunt, PhD
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the ever-increasing pressure to perform on standardized tests, many educators are looking for ways to help their students learn more effectively....
Tia McIntosh, FranklinCovey Coaching Director, On How to Create a Culture of Belonging
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Students and teachers are trying to achieve a “new normal” after the COVID-19 pandemic. And it seems like they’re on track to reaching this goal...
Essential Leadership Principles with Dr. Kamela Patton
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do education leaders create systems to achieve predictable success? What are the essential leadership principles that the best educational leaders...
Research Conversation: Making Time for Teaching Executive Functioning
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The educational landscape changes often and conversations surrounding teaching methods, particularly post-pandemic, have never been more crucial. The ...
How to Lead in a Disconnected World
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the FranklinCovey Change Starts Here Podcast, host Dustin Odham welcomes back Dr. Jody Carrington, a world-renowned psycholog...
The Power of Moments
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dustin Odham kicks off the latest season of Change Starts Here with some timely thoughts on Chip and Dan Heath’s book, “The Power of Moments....
Research Conversation: What is Executive Functioning?
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the 2023-2024 academic season begins, educators, researchers, and parents are scratching their heads about a troubling trend: a continued slide in ...
Embracing Self-Awareness to Influence Outcomes
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Self-awareness can be a life-changing practice, it can completely change your life and the livees around you. Self-awareness is more than just recogni...
Culture and Trust: Foundations for Academic Innovation
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today our host, Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education, is joined by Shauna Hittle, Assistant Superintendent of Academic Leadersh...
Research Conversation: Self-Awareness
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into a world of deeper understanding with renowned researchers, Eve Miller, Ph.D., and Kim Yaris, M.ED., in this richly insightful episode where ...
Research Conversation: Initiative
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into a world of deeper understanding with renowned researchers Eve Miller, Ph.D., and Kim Yaris, M.ED., in this richly insightful episode where w...
The Cornerstone of Effective Leadership with Dustin Odham
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we usher in a new month, it’s crucial to revisit the fundamental principles that underpin effective and robust leadership. In light of this, Dust...
Research Conversation: Emotion Regulation
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emotions can bring some of the greatest moments into our lives, such as seeing your kid’s first steps or getting that promotion, but without the pro...
The Key to Leadership: A Discussion with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo Part 1
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling burnt out and tired of being a leader and having a continuous list of tasks to complete is bad for you and your organization? Leadership doesn...
Research Conversation: Value Clarification
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We always hear that our values are important and that we need to utilize them in our day-to-day lives, but what does that mean? How do I know what my ...
The Key to Leadership: A Discussion with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo Part 2
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're leading a team or a company, you have to get good at storytelling! It's your golden ticket to connect with everyone, from the interns to the...
Vision & Leadership
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest struggles that education leaders are facing today is an apathetic student body and adults. Fighting to light the fire of your stude...
Research Conversation: Goal Setting
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever set a New Year's resolution and been frustrated at the lack of effort you are able to put towards completing it? Listen in on this educa...
A New Way to Lead in this New World
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for a solution to address increased burnout and low retention? Look no further. Be sure to watch this episode and take notes as you explore a ...
Research Conversation: Planning Ahead
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The ability to set goals and achieve them is a power that not many people have the knowledge to obtain. Whether it be New Year’s resolutions or goal...
Leadership in Education: A People-Centric Approach
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of Change Starts Here, our host Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education, and his guest Dr. Maria Vazquez, Orange...
Aligning Systems to Execute Strategy
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders are constantly searching for different techniques to reach their goals. At FranklinCovey, we have found there are 4 essential roles of leaders...
Bonus Episode: The Transformative Power of Coaching Potential
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discovering potential and showing others their potential is one of the most powerful forms of leadership and coaching that one can be a part of. This ...
Being Inspired by the Life You Live
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Living a fulfilling life looks different for everyone. There are many possibilities for how people can live a fruitful life, and the unique story each...
Time Management
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mastering time management is no simple task. Many of us turn to planners, self-help books, or apps in an attempt to enhance our time management skills...
Change: Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
By acknowledging the underlying patterns inherent in all transformations, we empower ourselves to overcome any challenges that may arise. Facing chang...
Self-Discipline
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Individuals in the military serve as exemplary embodiments of what many of us characterize as self-discipline. Self-discipline is the ability to stay ...
Discipline 1: Focusing on the Wildly Important
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Harnessing the potency of goal-setting is a crucial skill for educators. Discover the next step in refining your goals by emphasizing your Wildly Impo...
Adaptability
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a constantly evolving world marked by innovation, possessing the skill of adaptability is crucial for every worker, and it's a quality that student...
Finding and Protecting Your Purpose for Leading
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The leaders in our schools are essential to creating an environment where staff and students are able to grow and excel in life. This role that comes ...
Critical Thinking
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you think about critical thinking, what's the first thing that pops into your brain? It probably has something to do with analyzing data. This th...
Discipline 2: Acting on Lead Measures
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Large goals can become achievable when you introduce lead measures. Breaking up goals into smaller achievable outcomes not only grants you a feeling o...
Problem Solving
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When the word 'problem' comes to mind, we might first think of challenging math equations or hurdles that have hindered our journey. However, every ob...
Metacognition
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about thinking? Our brains easily switch to an autopilot setting that takes us through life without much thought put behind it. ...
Creating a Culture of Celebration with 4DX
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 4 Disciplines of Execution have been used across many different school districts and by many different leaders to improve their organizations. The...
Discipline 3: Keeping a Compelling Scoreboard
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Players on the court push extra hard when they are down a few points or the timer on the scoreboard is counting closer to zero. They are able to find ...
Why Teaching Academics is Not Enough
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Math, science, and reading are essential skills that we learn in schools from a young age. Nowadays the realization that we need to teach students not...
The Impact of Leadership and Culture in Academics
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Building a culture of leadership and trust is essential for creating a successful and joyful educational environment. Whether it's fostering trust thr...
Bridging Academics with Executive Function: Key Takeaways
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we conclude our season of Change Starts Here: Research Conversations, join us for our final episode today. Dr. Eve Miller, Director of Research at ...
Cultivating Greatness: Establishing a Positive School Culture
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In every field and endeavor, the ability to lead is indispensable for success, making it a vital skill for students to cultivate. Fostering leadership...
Discipline 4: Creating a Cadence of Accountability
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Accountability goes beyond the surface level of pointing fingers or singling out individuals for underperformance; rather, it serves as a cornerstone ...
Navigating Challenges to Drive Educational Change
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the realm of education, possessing a servant's heart and genuine care for those you serve is incredibly important. This mindset not only fuels fulf...
Finding Balance in Reflection
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reflection is more than just something to check off a checklist- it is a practice that can be life changing if done intentionally. Since it has such a...
The Power of Trust
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the arrival of a new season, we bring a fresh set of wisdom. Leadership is a continuous journey of learning and reflection. In this episode, you'...
What is Systemic Synergy?
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you listen to an orchestra, the blending of numerous instruments into a harmonious melody is what makes the music truly captivating. While a sing...
Leading with Courage with Dr. Tommy Schmolze
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's world, the need for strong leadership is more crucial than ever as we strive to develop the next generation into capable leaders. The educa...
Remodel Organizational Silos
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Remodeling a home is a significant undertaking, but the transformation not only increases your home's value—it also enhances your enjoyment of the n...
Making Trust the Default Setting
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The name of the game for companies, school districts, and every individual is effectiveness and efficiency. We all strive to improve our speed and per...
Curriculum Silos
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Humans are naturally curious. Whether it's investigating a strange noise in the night or going down a rabbit hole on the history of toothbrushes, we'v...
Creating Opportunities to Empower Student Voice
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Students spend their school days in classrooms from bell to bell, but what about the many other hours outside of class? Are they receiving the support...
Put Future Readiness in the Driver’s Seat with Dr. Amy Dittmar
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In recent years, education has been rapidly expanding and evolving, with one of the most significant shifts being the focus on the whole child. School...
Actionable Behaviors to Build Better Trust
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trust is the cornerstone of every strong relationship, especially when you're in a leadership role. It doesn’t happen overnight—it requires consis...
Systematize High Expectations for All Learners
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In some of our favorite movies, we love watching underdogs guided by a wise mentor who helps them rise to the challenge. These mentors all share one k...
Intentional Leadership: Creating Supportive Environments for Students & Educators
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unleash the genius within every individual—sometimes all it takes is the right guidance and environment. When people’s unique talents are recogniz...
Leveraging the Power of Perspective
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As kids, we all tried peeking through a keyhole, hoping to glimpse the world beyond the door. We could see a small part of it, but everything outside ...
Increasing Competence to Achieve Greater Results
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every project or plan requires time to complete, and it's often up to leaders to assess whether that time is being used effectively. Are we actively m...
Extending Trust: Transformative Practices for Effective School Leaders
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Taking a close look at our schedules can reveal a lot about what we truly prioritize in our workday. You likely have time set aside for vision casting...
Research Conversation: Developing Staff Efficacy
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sports are full of inspiring stories where belief propels struggling teams to national championships. But this kind of belief isn’t confined to the ...
Whole Person Systems, New Results
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When all lanes of a highway are open and free of construction, traffic flows smoothly, allowing travelers to reach their destination efficiently. But ...
Research Conversation: Vertically-Aligned Goal Setting
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aiming at a target is challenging if every element isn’t fully aligned. You can hold the bow steady, but if your elbow isn’t positioned right, you...
Looking Back to Step Forward
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Finding time to reflect and envision the future can feel nearly impossible amidst life’s chaos. Our packed schedules and uncertainty about how to cr...
Innovation as a Human Endeavor
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard the buzzword innovation—it’s a term that’s making waves in businesses and education alike. But it often leaves us with more qu...
New Year, New Lens: Shifting Paradigms for a Transformative 2025
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine wearing sunglasses with a red tint—everything you look at would have a red hue. The glasses represent our perceptions, but they don't always...
Establishing Foundations of Trust
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a friend who instinctively knows what you're thinking, aligning perfectly with your decisions and comments? That kind of relationshi...
It Starts with the Plants: How School Change Takes Root
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Changing the culture of an organization and creating the desired impact takes hard work, but it’s often difficult to identify where these improvemen...