Trust and Inspire Quotes by Stephen M. R. Covey (+ Context)

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Are you clear about your expectations for your employees? Do you “declare your intent” to those you lead? What’s the difference between a good leader and a great one? In Trust and Inspire, Stephen M. R. Covey asserts that the shift from industrial-era to modern-day work necessitates a leadership evolution. He explains how and why you should step up from traditional to inspirational leadership to succeed in all areas of your organization and life. Read on for a few Trust and Inspire quotes to get a sense of the book.

The End of Average by Todd Rose: Book Overview & Takeaways

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Have you been told that you’re average? How useful is it to use averages as a measure? What harm does it do? We’re so accustomed to using averages that we neglect to question whether they’re actually useful. The End of Average by Todd Rose argues that, when we use averages to judge people, we typically arrive at inaccurate and harmful conclusions. Continue reading for an overview of this book that will have you looking at yourself and everyone else in a new way.

Managing Student Behavior in the Classroom: 2 Approaches

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Do you have students who are difficult to manage? Are you looking for ways to get their behavior under control? Managing student behavior in the classroom is essential if you want to maximize the learning experience and potential of all students. One school of thought is that you should focus on the external environment, while another is that you should look to the internal causes of misbehavior. Keep reading to learn about these approaches and determine whether one (or a combination of the two) might work in your classroom.

What’s Wrong With the Education System? 3 Ways It Fails

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What’s wrong with the education system? Why is it failing to truly educate students? In The End of Average, Todd Rose says that judging individuals in comparison to the average has caused damage to the modern education system. Rather than give each student what they individually need to learn the most, we give them a standardized experience that forces them to conform or fail. Let’s discuss three ways that schools fail to treat students as unique individuals, consequently limiting their potential.

The Experience vs. Education Debate: Hire People, Not Diplomas

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What’s wrong with current hiring practices? Why are many qualified people getting rejected? Todd Rose wades into the experience vs. education debate in his book The End of Average. He argues that skills outweigh degrees, and he advocates for an emphasis on credentials rather than diplomas in today’s workplace. Continue reading to understand Rose’s argument, and consider how it stacks up to your own experience and observation.

Why Autonomy Is Important in the Workplace (Todd Rose)

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How much direction should managers give employees? Why is autonomy in the workplace important? At work, your manager might judge your performance with benchmarks calibrated to the average worker. Psychologist Todd Rose argues in The End of Average that individuality among employees is ultimately better for a company’s bottom line. Autonomy is a key that unlocks this door. Read more to understand why autonomy is important in the workplace.

Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters Most (Overview)

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What does it mean to live well? How should we approach life? How should we think about death? The authors of Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters Most don’t claim to have the answers, but they offer some possible answers based on the life philosophies of several great thinkers. Even if you disagree with their ideas, you can use them as a springboard for figuring out what you believe. Continue reading for an overview of this book that will get you thinking about what truly matters in life and how to translate those beliefs into action.

Fostering Individualism in the Workplace: 2 Musts for Managers

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Do you leverage the unique aspects of your employees, or do you expect them to conform to the norm? Do you value degrees over skills? In The End of Average, Todd Rose says that judging people in comparison to the average does significant damage to society when people abuse averages in the workplace. He asserts that, if employees can use their individual strengths at work, they’ll be more productive and fulfilled. Keep reading to learn the merits of individualism in the workplace.

What Is a Life Philosophy, and Why Should You Have One?

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What is a life philosophy? Do you have one? Should you? In Life Worth Living, Miroslav Volf, Matthew Croasmun, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz define the notion of a life philosophy. Then, they explain why you should have a life philosophy by exploring the value it can bring to your life. Read more to learn what a life philosophy is and why it’s important to have one.