by Jordan Catapano | Mar 16, 2020 | Effective Strategies
“Treat people as though they were what they ought to be, and you will help them become what they are capable of being.” -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe When some folks think...
by Jordan Catapano | Mar 12, 2020 | Effective Strategies
“Practice makes perfect. After a long time of practicing, our work will become natural, skillful, swift, and steady.” -Bruce Lee When I played soccer as a kid, we had practices three times a week and games on Sunday afternoon. At practices we would warm up, focus...
by Jordan Catapano | Mar 9, 2020 | Growth
“If you have built castles in the air, your work need not be lost; that is where they should be. Now put the foundations under them.” -Henry David Thoreau I have written many goals over the years, both professionally and personally. I used to try to...
by Jordan Catapano | Mar 5, 2020 | Effective Strategies
“Everyone smiles in the same language.” -George Carlin An old adage that circulates around teaching departments tells us “Don’t smile until Christmas.” This implies teachers should begin their year as strict, uninviting individuals who maintain tight...
by Jordan Catapano | Mar 2, 2020 | Growth
To avoid criticism, do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.” -Elbert Hubbard “Hit me with the facts. Give it to me straight. Just let it out.” This is what I say to people when I’m hoping to receive some feedback from them about an idea I’ve had or about my...
