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Episodes
The 4P Process from Believing to Achieving: #2 Potential *52
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Today, we delve into the richness of your untapped potential—an uncharted rese...
The 4P Process from Believing to Achieving: #1 Purpose *51
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textToday, we delve into the universal concept that serves as the guiding force for both personal and professional growth—Purpose. As Prov...
From Teacher to Leader: The Long and Curvy Trek to Superintendency with John Fortney *50
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe road to superintendency can be long and curvy, filled with learning experience that help prepare you for the challenge. Every posi...
Educator to Entrepreneur: How to Start Your Own Educational Company and Move Beyond the Classroom as an Entrepreneurial Leader
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you an educator ready to redefine your career path and make a lasting impact beyond the classroom? Join Dr. Mel on a transformative...
📈 Empowered Growth: Take Responsibility for Your Own Learning to Unlock Your Full Potential *49
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn today's episode, we'll explore the importance of taking responsibility for your own learning and provide you with practical...
Stair Stepping the Way Into Leadership with JP Prezzavento *48
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJP Prezzavento currently serves as the Chief Technology and Communications Officer for a suburban school district where he oversees the ...
Leadership Lift: Ignite Your Leadership and RISE to Excellence *47
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHey, leaders in the making, welcome to another energizing episode of Leadership Sparks, the podcast that lights up your path to greatnes...
Navigating the Path to School Leadership: From Classroom to Principal's Office *46
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIt’s time for you be sent to the principals office. Last week I talked about the why and why of being a principal, but today I am divi...
From Teacher to Leader: Moving Into the Role of Principal *45
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn today's episode, I'm diving into the fundamental questions of 'Why' and 'What' when it comes to transit...
Leader vs. Manager: From Cat Herding to Jedi Teaching *44
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn a galaxy not so far away, where classrooms are bustling with young Padawans and educators are the guiding forces, we are taking an in...
Do You Face Mindset Challenges? How to Master Your Mindset for Success *43
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome, fabulous listeners, to a brand new episode that's about to unlock the secrets of mindset like never before. Buckle up, bec...
Can a Growth Mindset in Education Transform Learning? Discover 6 Tips for Success *42
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm going to explore the transformative power of a growth mindset in education. I'm going to provide 6 invalu...
Mindset Mastery: Paving the Way to Educator Leadership *41
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textToday, we're embarking on a transformative journey as we dive deep into the world of mindset mastery and its profound impact on you...
Part 4 | Making a Lasting Impact as an Educational Leader: Overcoming Challenges to Impactful Leadership *40
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLeadership isn't always an easy journey; it comes with its fair share of challenges and obstacles. But here's the inspiring tr...
Part 3 | Making a Lasting Impact as an Educational Leader: How to Lead with Impact *39
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textToday's episode is all about the "how" of impactful leadership. We've talked about why it matters and what it looks ...
Part 2 | Making a Lasting Impact as an Educational Leader: What Does Impact Look Like *38
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe're shifting our focus from the "why" to the "what." What does impact look like when you're in a leaders...
Part 1 | Making a Lasting Impact as an Educational Leader: Why Impact Matters *37
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textToday, we're tackling a fundamental question: why does making an impact as an education leader truly matter? Leadership isn't ...
Balancing Act: Handling the Resources You Have During Your Career Transition *36
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textToday, I’m diving headfirst into a topic that's as exciting as a treasure hunt – it's all about being faithful stewards of...
4 Things I Learned After Being Downsized: Bonus Episode *35
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLife is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, and one of the most challenging and unexpected twists to the plot of your lif...
Transitioning with Purpose: From Classroom to Professional Learning Specialist with Jill DuBois *34
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDo you have aspirations beyond the classroom? Are you seeking to inspire others and pursue your passions with purpose? In this episode, ...
33* The Call to Lead: Navigating Your Path to Educational Leadership
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDo you hear that? It’s the unmistakable call of leadership, and it’s calling for you. Today we're going to dive deep into the f...
32* Navigating the Pathway to Instructional Leadership: Becoming a Curriculum Director
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Empowered Educator, I am deep diving into the steps to becoming a curriculum director. From the essential certificati...
31* Empowering Educational Excellence: Behind-the-Scenes with Curriculum Directors
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textToday, I am diving into the role of Curriculum Director – the behind the scenes instructional authorities of education. You’ll disco...
30* Backward Plan Your Goals Into that New Career You’re Ready to Pursue
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textTransitioning from a teacher role to leader role has significant implications and it's important to approach it thoughtfully. It is...
29* Are You Ready for a Challenge? How to Know When You’re Ready to Transition From Teacher to Leader
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textYou’ve been in the classroom a while and now you're ready for a different kind of challenge. You’ve been thinking about what yo...
28* Is Bad Leadership Causing You to Hate Your Job? Use Your Negative Experience to Be Successful in Your Career Transition
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBad leadership in the business world causes a lot of problems and hinders employee success. But bad leadership in education can be disas...
27* Who Is In Your Corner When You're Making Big Decisions? Find That Support Person and Accomplish Your Goals
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHaving someone to bounce ideas off of makes a huge difference when making decisions and accomplishing goals. Someone who can push you, e...
26* How to Write a Killer Resume That Will Get You Noticed
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text You’ve created a stand-out cover letter and you’re ready to apply for that job. Right? WRONG! You also need a stand-out resume tha...
25* Birthday Celebration: 50 Years! Boy, Do I Have Regrets
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIt's my Birthday! There have been a lot of changes, good and not so good. I choose to celebrate!Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an ed...
24* How to Write a Stand Out Cover Letter When You’re Ready for a Career Change
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhen you’re ready to transition from the classroom and move into leadership or you're ready to do something completely new within...
23* Are You Intentional in Your Movements Forward? How To Be More Productive and Accomplish More Goals
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you being intentional while working toward your goals or are you simply being busy and never making any of your goals come to fruiti...
22* Dear Future Me…Let’s Talk About Your Goals Last Year and Next Year
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhen you look back on your life, your career, and your accomplishments, did you accomplish everything you wanted to? Can you even rememb...
21* 3 Steps to Take the Leap Into Educational Leadership
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you thinking about making a career change and moving into a leadership position? Leaving the classroom can be hard, but there are a ...
20* Level Up and Prepare to Move Into That Leadership Position
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you ready to prepare for that transition into leadership? Today let's talk about getting your mind ready as well as your resume...
19* Embracing Fear: Following Your Passion, Even When You're Scared
06 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to Empowered Educator. Maybe you’re ready to leave your classroom job and move into administration. Maybe you want to leave pu...
18* How to Know Your Strengths: 4 Ways to Align Yourself with God in Every Season
18 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you ready to align yourself with God and seize every season that He puts you in? Join me today as I give you 4 ways to align yoursel...
17* Choosing Your Word of the Year: How to Focus Yourself in 2023
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIt’s that time of year when some people choose their one word for the year. My word last year was "focus." Join me today t...
Part 5 of 5: Define Your Destiny and Plan Your Passion into Action - Reflect On Your Action Steps *16
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOverview of Series: You have been thinking and praying and now you're at the point where you are ready for something tangible and a...
Part 4 of 5: Define Your Destiny and Plan Your Passion Into Action-Take Action and Backward Plan Your Goals *15
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOverview of Series: You have been thinking and praying and now you're at the point where you are ready for something tangible and a...
Part 3 of 5: Define Your Destiny and Plan Your Passion Into Action- Create Goals for Your Online Business *14
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOverview of Series: You have been thinking and praying and now you're at the point where you are ready for something tangible and a...
Part 2 of 5: Define Your Destiny and Plan Your Passion Into Action-Create the Mission for Your Online Business 13*
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOverview of Series: You have been thinking and praying and now you're at the point where you are ready for something tangible and a...
Part 1 of 5: Define Your Destiny and Plan Your Passion Into Action-Define Your Why/Vision for Your Online Business *12
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textYou have been thinking and praying and now you're at the point where you are ready for something tangible and actionable to start y...
11* Career Courage: 4 Ways to Know When and How to Change Jobs
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you ready to make a change in your job or career but you don’t know what to do or how to do it? Do you feel burned out at your cur...
10* Fellowship Friday: Thanksgiving and Gratitude Every Day!
05 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMake today about thanksgiving and gratitude. Join me for a quick devo and start and end your day with thanksgiving in your heart!Empower...
09* Tips to Identify and Control Anxiety
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis episode is the newest episode of my other podcast, Choose Your Best Yes! Are you struggling with anxiety and identifying your trigg...
What Is Your "More? How to Persistently Pursue Your Purpose *08
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDo you want to pursue change with purpose and persistence?Friend, be zealous and passionate in your pursuit of change. We all have passi...
Interview with Author Daphne McMenemy of Code Breaker Inc *07
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin Mel as she interviews Daphne McMenemy, educator, Managing Director of Code Breaker Inc, and author of the Gracie series about a y...
Energizer Bunny PPL, It Keeps Going and Going *06
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow about some PPL that keeps going and going for learning that is energized. Today we are talking about sustainable professional learni...
Smashing Darling, Simply Smashing-Tips for Using Two or More Apps Together *05
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSmashing Apps in the classroom and professional learning is a way to create amazing finished products and maximize your technology. What...
Risk Taker by Brian Aspinall: Bonus Episode *04
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLet's talk Risk Taker and Brian Aspinall. We're gonna do a book study! Also, find out about just a few of the podcasts that ar...
Remote Controlling Professional Learning *03
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textQuarantine and remote learning are both super reasons to super charge your own professional learning. Whether you need to get some help ...
Riding The Wakelet Wave! Tech Tools for Teachers *02
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWakelet is quickly becoming one of my favorite tools for students in the classroom and for professional learning. If you aren't usi...
That's Flipping Awesome! Flipped Professional Learning *01
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIt's easy to fall into the rut of the ineffective sit-and-get method of professional development. This week Mel discusses the Flipp...
Welcome to Empowered Educator; Educating, Personalizing Professional Learning, Growing Your Skills
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you an educator who wants to ensure your students are receiving the very best you have to give them through instruction? Welcome to ...