Howdy #engagechat from Barbara, school counselor and author of What's Under Your Cape? Today was exciting because I got to @Skype with these superhero first graders in Keller ISD! Love my new friends.
A1: Confidence is being secure enough to go forward in whatever endeavor you choose. It's also being secure enough to make a mistake, shrug it off, and regroup #engagechat
A2. Confidence, to me, means being courageous and making the call you’re afraid to make. It means trying and failing because you know that eventually...you will be successful. #EngageChat
#engagechat A deep love of something that entangles itself in your soul- you welcome it because it knows you- when it is present you thrive, endure and conquer- it is a voice so inspiring you heed its call and dive in without reservation
A1. Confidence in a Ss perspective is "I can do it!" Not being afraid to take risks in learning. If they make a mistake, they problem solve, to figure out what went wrong. Redo, and try again! #engagechat
A1 #engagechat Confidence is a warm blanket, comfortable and reassuring- it is a belief in yourself that overpowers any doubt or negativity that creeps your way- it is the whisper of your strength quieting your fears
A1. Confidence is leading as if you know you are right, while looking for a way to get better and improve. Confidence is believing in yourself and putting in the time and work to be successful. #Engagechat
A1: Confidence = a fierce commitment to being open to failure, seeing it as one of the many paving stones on the road to success. Oh, & being able to laugh along the way. #engagechat
A1) To me, Confidence means that you know your abilities and you know your limits and you are willing to push yourself up to those limits #pushitrealgood#engagechat
A1 #engagechat Every road may be slippery or slick from the fog or ice that bogs is down- the salt we toss to melt away the chill- that is confidence- the tool we use to continue traveling through the storm
A1: Ironically, I’ve found that by doing right by Ss you don’t always win friends or get promotions. I’m fine with it because at the end of the day I have a clean conscience. #engagechat
A1: Confidence = a fierce commitment to being open to failure, seeing it as one of the many paving stones on the road to success. Oh, & being able to laugh along the way. #engagechat
A2. Confidence can be the difference between applying for the big job or not, getting out of your comfort zone. For me, it meant applying for a Principal position at age 26, trusting my expertise and abilities. I was awarded the job and have loved every minute. #EngageChat
A2: having confidence can propel your career, drawing others to you. Being overconfident can be a career bummer! Always ask for help when needed, and really listen to others to avoid overconfidence. #engagechat
A2: In the field of education taking risks is critical. When preparing students for an evolving economy you have to be comfortable innovating and failing. That requires confidence. Otherwise you are unlikely to meet the needs of all students #engagechat
#engagechat When our confidence is eclipsed we can stall or get misdirected- but when it shines bright we climb the obstacles, we swim past the whirlpool and swat awY the biggest of mosquitoes- because we can
A2 Confidence lets you be bold. You'll get attention for taking risks and succeeding, moving you up the ranks with prestige and respect from peers, superiors and students. #EngageChat
A2: When Ts are not confident in their skills, they are unprepared to take care of instruction and any challenges that arise in the classroom. This leads to discouragement. Eventually, they begin to question why they are teaching #engagechat
A2. Confidence can be the difference between applying for the big job or not, getting out of your comfort zone. For me, it meant applying for a Principal position at age 26, trusting my expertise and abilities. I was awarded the job and have loved every minute. #EngageChat
I love this question.
Confidence in core values and beliefs, combined with passion to live them out...wow! Big things happen for kids and the profession. #EngageChat
A2: Also, Ss see it, too. They feel disrespected because how can they learn anything from a person who has no confidence in themselves? The whole community is torn down #engagechat
A2 To be the best you can be, you have to believe in yourself. Ts have to be confident to provide Ss with challenging, engaging, innovative learning experiences. #Engagechat
A2: In the field of education taking risks is critical. When preparing students for an evolving economy you have to be comfortable innovating and failing. That requires confidence. Otherwise you are unlikely to meet the needs of all students #engagechat
A2) Confidence can affect how well you do your job & how well you can relate to the people working around you, those less confident not only are more hesitant to tout their abilities/skills, but also may be less willing to contribute in a team environment #engagechat
A2. The road you travel through your career, we gain confidence by doing and learning. It allows us to problem solve through various areas in our pathways, and to overcome obstacles, so that we can achieve our goals! #engagechat
a1: confidence is knowing you are not the smartest one in the room. Its knowing you have a valuable skill set but you are wise enough to know that others have abilities that are needed to make sure the team is all moving in the same direction. Plus a little swag.
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A2) Confidence can affect how well you do your job & how well you can relate to the people working around you, those less confident not only are more hesitant to tout their abilities/skills, but also may be less willing to contribute in a team environment #engagechat
A2: having confidence can propel your career, drawing others to you. Being overconfident can be a career bummer! Always ask for help when needed, and really listen to others to avoid overconfidence. #engagechat
A2: When I was lacked confidence, I found myself giving in to policies or practices, that I knew were not good for my Ss. I was afraid to question or raise concerns. That changed when I found my confidence and my voice. #engagechat
A2: Confidence allows you to speak on behalf of what you believe in. To be an advocate for your students. And be fully present with your students while teaching - not worrying about what others think. #engagechat
A2 #engagechat If we hear our calling- if we listen to it- truly listen with confident ears- we will seek its advise - we will crumple any box and stand upon the highest cliff to plan our route and we will not need a map- we can visualize it & this leads to a challenging course
A1 #engagechat Every road may be slippery or slick from the fog or ice that bogs us down- the salt we toss to melt away the chill- that is confidence- the tool we use to continue traveling through the storm
A2: Confidence gives you the ability to seek out rooms where you are not the smartest or most talented person in the room, pushes you to look for challenging opportunity to learn & grow & become a better! #engagechat
👍🏻 love her book. Lots of other good books to read as well. I spent time in my day teaching my kids a short social lesson to give them strategies to help them through their day. Whether it was conflicts with friends or frustration over learning. So important!! #engagechat
a2: confidence impacts ur career because it plays a role in the way u approach opportunities & handle ur business. U realize u can't make everyone happy all the time, sometimes u have to be the bad guy, but u know that its worth it if it helps the team & mission.
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A2: Confidence allows you to speak on behalf of what you believe in. To be an advocate for your students. And be fully present with your students while teaching - not worrying about what others think. #engagechat
A2 #engagechat If we hear our calling- if we listen to it- truly listen with confident ears- we will seek its advise - we will crumple any box and stand upon the highest cliff to plan our route and we will not need a map- we can visualize it & this leads to a challenging course
That's a great point. As we mature in roles, we find out that many we thought knew more than us really didn't. Its best to gain that confidence early in your career. Question. Everything. #Engagechat
#engagechat When our confidence is eclipsed we can stall or get misdirected- but when it shines bright, we climb the obstacles, we swim past the whirlpool and swat away the biggest of mosquitoes- because we can
A2 #engagechat If we hear our calling- if we listen to it- truly listen with confident ears- we will seek its advise - we will crumple any box and stand upon the highest cliff to plan our route and we will not need a map- we can visualize it & this leads to a challenging course
A3: When Ts makes great decision but it is dismissed or undermined by administration. That tells the Ts that their actions and hard work doesn't matter and frustrates their efforts! #engagechat
A1: Confidence is believing in yourself and believing in others. Knowing you might not be perfect but you are on the right path and getting better everyday. #engagechat
A3. Micromanagement. When a leader attempts to dictate every single action, our followers lose the confidence to make and be supported in their decision making. #EngageChat
A2: When you can confidently pursue your passion while simultaneously encouraging, influencing and inspiring others to do the same, your life's work won't be work at all, but pure joy and satisfaction! #engagechat
A3: excessive micromanaging & disparaging feedback over things which we have little to no control...these things just beat you down sometimes! #engagechat
A3 lack of transparency and disconnect from what your teachers are actually doing. Leaders stuck in their ivory towers and having everyone discern their true intentions #engagechat
A3. Micromanagement. When a leader attempts to dictate every single action, our followers lose the confidence to make and be supported in their decision making. #EngageChat
Oh that's a big one! You got your vibe going with your Ss, you know what you need to do and here comes the chief picking apart everything like a little crow on the road...UGGGHHH! #engagechat
#engagechat Trust and faith in any leader is the foundation of a positive and healthy community. Open-dialogue, mindfulness and growth are what strengthens the relationship between leader and populace- lose sight of the role of a true, inspiring mentor and that bond is broken.
A3: Teachers need to feel empowered to feel confident. That is how the profession can be elevated. When we are not given the freedom to innovate then we no longer feel valued #Engagechat
A3 when every debrief session makes you feel less of a teacher. When every class observation is an avenue for judgment and a fishbowl to point out your flaws. #engagechat
A3. When a staff member wants to take a risk and is shut down by administration approval. Either" that's the way things have always been and were not going to change them" type thinking! #engagechat
A3 We lose confidence when school leaders are dishonest, arrogant, self-serving, only interested in ideas they came up with, unwilling to listen, unwilling to change, and unable to see the greatness of teachers.
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Faige from Los Angeles. Missed Q1 #engagechat
A2 When the work you do, you know is working out, confidence builds and we’re willing to take more chances. Mistakes don’t cripple when success is acknowledged.
A3: I found I lost confidence in my admin when they didn’t support. Not that I stopped believing in myself but believing in the cause. If you are there to support staff and kids - then walk the talk. Do not be fake about it. #engagechat
A3 when every debrief session makes you feel less of a teacher. When every class observation is an avenue for judgment and a fishbowl to point out your flaws. #engagechat
A3: Nobody ought to be able to steal your confidence, but not trusting me, not giving me autonomy, no asking for my input, micromanaging, not listening to understand ... the list could go on and on. Still, I must hold on tight to my confidence whatever happens. #engagechat
A3 #engagechat A leader who is not honest, transparent, kind, responsive and humble will not gain the support and trust of those they lead. Most people will follow the lead of someone who leads by example & interacts with joy & optimism
#engagechat a2 Having had bosses who shredded my confidence & mates who helped me get it back, it impacts big time. For me it mean changing #career to #tesol#tesoloz I'm excited by the change.
A3 when middle management subverts the words of upper management just to instill fear and compliance. The worse part is, both ends of the spectrum are unaware of each other’s true intentions. #engagechat
A3: When staff are not allowed to voice their concerns. If they are allowed, they get this response:
“Oh, that’s cute. You think your opinion matters.” #engagechat
#engagechat Confidence gives you the courage to try, fail, try again, make mistakes, while moving onward and upward. Others are watching.... give them someone to immitate. #growthmindset
A3: Not treating colleagues with respect. Showing favoritism toward certain people or groups. #engagechat We have to remember that all eyes are on the leadership of a school! That includes teachers/students in the classroom! 👀👀👀👀👀
A3.When a close tab is kept on actions,feedback is taken slyly, when they arent heard-their say is undermined & brushed aside, when they are being judged and hand held all the time.if Ss are to be taught acc: to their learning style, We,Sure are more set in our ways . #engagechat
a3 (b): from an administrative side confidence is lost in staff when they give up on kids, complain about kids, complain about the school/other teachers, and not willing to follow through on a plan.
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it's a really big killer of dreams and confidence!!! it affects our totality as a person.. don't ever want to experience it again or for anyone at all #engagechat
A3 #engagechat As a leader- as an educator- you gave to own it, believe it and be passionate about it. If you are eager and excited - students will be engaged even in the most mundane of topics. A consistent, charismatic leader will have the same effect.
Who wants to do the same old thing?? Find the resources that work good...Then weed out the very best and start the search again...We should always be building a habit of re-evaluation and self-assessment for everything #engagechat
A4:Be prepared when you go into the classroom, have a plan B (and C), Educate yourself continually, and reflect ALWAYS! Make genuine connections with Ss so you know whether you are being effective or hindering them #engagechat
A4 consistent mentoring, develop positive professional relationship with your colleagues, do not just talk with teachers during postcon/debrief time, informal talks help a LOT #engagechat
A4: I firmly believe that choosing joy breeds confidence. So does carrying yourself well by holding your head up high. Smiling and greeting people with hugs, high fives, handshakes, regardless of their response, those are ALL confidence builders. #engagechat
#engagechat The best way- take risks and fail. Topple over and climb back up- and...repeat. The more we pick ourselves up and see that we have the chops to conquer any limitation or setback the smaller those obstacles become.
A4. Collective decision making. Once leaders begin to value and implement the decisions made by others or made as a team, they demonstrate a commitment to shared responsibility, building confidence. #EngageChat
A3 Teachers are asked, no encouraged to voice their suggestions, ideas and opinions but little or none are implemented. Why bother becomes the “outcry” #engagechat
A4. Stability. Investment. Commitment! Teachers need to know that you plan to #fightthegoodfight with them. Staff also don't care what you know unless they know you care! #Engagechat
Sadly, it has happened to me. I’m sure I am not alone in this. Thankfully, I don’t have to deal with that problem now. I appreciate my principal. #Engagechat
A4: Building myself up with positive affirmations. Changing the thinking in my mind. Using deep breathing strategies. Finding like minds who I can connect with as well. #Engagechat
A4 Don't sit back and wait for events. Take action today -- classes, drills, volunteer work -- to make sure you understand what you can do and and when. Don't hope for success. Make your own luck. #EngageChat
A4) It begins by looking in the mirror and envisioning:
Who you want to be?
What you want to be?
And the most important question Why do you want to be that person?
Then the planning and action steps begin. #engagechat
A4: Building myself up with positive affirmations. Changing the thinking in my mind. Using deep breathing strategies. Finding like minds who I can connect with as well. #Engagechat
A4: Sometimes you have to make the victory so small that it’s almost impossible not to get a victory, it can help build momentum towards the end goal #engagechat
A4: I started focusing on my work with the Ss. I remember feeling really low one day, and this student told me, “Mr. Hayes, I wouldn’t be in school if it wasn’t for you.” That was the turning point for me. #engagechat
A4 #engagechat For me, my confidence comes when I meditate, reflective write & mull things over. When I slow my roll & visualize the big picture- my end game. Then no matter what happens in between- is part for the course- I like the roller-coaster, I just need to see it first.
A4. Stability. Investment. Commitment! Teachers need to know that you plan to #fightthegoodfight with them. Staff also don't care what you know unless they know you care!
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A4 Listen, encourage, provide tools and assistance to help others reach their goals! Give evidence that you believe in the abilities of others! Notice Strengths and celebrate them! #engagechat
A3 #engagechat As a leader- as an educator- you have to own it, believe it and be passionate about it. If you are eager and excited - students will be engaged even in the most mundane of topics. A consistent, charismatic leader will have the same effect.
people over here have that positive mindset, my thought is that they should be open to new avenues of sharing or learning or whatever that is that may bring new perspective on things #engagechat
A4. Stability. Investment. Commitment! Teachers need to know that you plan to #fightthegoodfight with them. Staff also don't care what you know unless they know you care!
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A3: I think leadership that is not transparent is very problematic. Leadership that is not grounded in trust, communication, and is not decisive has a direct effect on the school climate. #engagechat
A4: To build confidence from others ....serve them. To build confidence after you have done something to break it ... apologize and move forward (hopefully this is rarely the case.). To build confidence in yourself... ignore criticism from yourself and others. #engagechat
A4. Being prepared for meetings and classroom. Help others if they need it! Colloraborate with others! Ask questions! Reflection is important! #engagechat
A4 With self and with others - positive talk, support of each other, good preparation & planning & rewarding the risk-taking rather than the result #engagechat#confidence#ednav
A4 As @booklady_weave says: Create a culture of re-evaluation and self-assessment with everything...We will change, have some conflict, and then grow #engagechat
A4 #engagechat For me, my confidence comes when I meditate, reflective write & mull things over. When I slow my roll & visualize the big picture- my end game. Then no matter what happens in between- is part for the course- I like the roller-coaster, I just need to see it first.
A4 Leaders need to show Ts their voice matters. You care about them. Their ideas their expertise their time in the classroom. Smile and acknowledge the joy you see in them and in their Sts. #engagechat
A4: I started focusing on my work with the Ss. I remember feeling really low one day, and this student told me, “Mr. Hayes, I wouldn’t be in school if it wasn’t for you.” That was the turning point for me. #engagechat
A4 #engagechat For me, my confidence comes when I meditate, reflective write & mull things over. When I slow my roll & visualize the big picture- my end game. Then no matter what happens in between- is par for the course- I like the roller-coaster, I just need to see it first.
A4 Personal Confidence...study your craft, surround yourself with positive but honest people that will give you the feedback you need to grow! #EngageChat
A4. Being prepared for meetings and classroom. Help others if they need it! Colloraborate with others! Ask questions! Reflection is important! #engagechat
A2: It can impact your career negatively and positively. Too much confidence can lead to not working well on a team. And no one likes that. But the right amount of confidence will draw people to you—they’ll want to follow you. #EngageChat
A4: To build confidence from others ....serve them. To build confidence after you have done something to break it ... apologize and move forward (hopefully this is rarely the case.). To build confidence in yourself... ignore criticism from yourself and others. #engagechat
A4) Always easier to boost someone else up, be kind, give compliments, encourage! Hard to boost self up...I reflect, think of things I was afraid to do, give myself pep talk, inspirational books/quotes help too #IThinkICan#engagechat
A4: Support of teachers so teachers can focus on supporting Students! We’re an ecosystem, y’all! To stay healthy & effective, we all have to support each other in our own ways! #engagechat
#engagechat a4 Confidence builders are a bit like interview builders, where you practice faking saying answers confidently and good body language. It does help. I practiced saying "I can" statements
A4) Hang with the people who build you up rather than tear you down. Try low-consequence actions and slowly work your way up on the scale of risk. #engagechat
A4 I must admit I have been having off-days recently, thinking deep on the non-movables. Connections on Twitter never failed to lift me and look at things more brightly. #engagechat
With the responses I would think so. I jus wish more Filipino teachers would also join in. We need a shift in our ways of thinking, doing, and teaching.
Confidence is in all of us, it ebbs and flows like a gentle tide- until we need it most and then like a gush, it creates a beautiful waterfall that we can use, to generate the energy, to conquer any rapids near by #engagechat
A4: Build confidence through action. Own your actions and decisions. Inspire greatness. Motivate others to be better, do better and feel better. Your confidence will increase. #engagechat
A3: Ignoring someone’s accomplishment will make them start doubting themselves. A good leader knows how to praise their staff, build them up. Ignored staff will start to think they don’t matter. #EngageChat
A4: To build confidence from others ....serve them. To build confidence after you have done something to break it ... apologize and move forward (hopefully this is rarely the case.). To build confidence in yourself... ignore criticism from yourself and others. #engagechat
A5: Confident leaders show empathy and listen to understand rather than to respond. They seek out shared #leadership, they talk with not at and they invite people to share their ideas with "Tell me more." They are vulnerable and they value grace and growth! #engagechat
And I wish I could bring in some of my local educators. Great to connect with those around the world but we also want to build up our own community. #engagechat
A5. Making tough decisions courageously, trusting your instincts when facing adversity, and, finally, seeing conflict/adversity as a way to grow as a leader rather than something to be avoided. #Engagechat
A3: Ignoring someone’s accomplishment will make them start doubting themselves. A good leader knows how to praise their staff, build them up. Ignored staff will start to think they don’t matter. #EngageChat
A5: Confident leaders first know they are servants first. They also know they don't know everything and are willing to learn. A leader will listen to all sides and do what is right, not popular. A leader will not tear someone down or take credit. #engagechat
A5: Spotlighting your shakers & movers, it’s about the team & how can we serve & empower those we work with. It’s being open-minded to suggestions & supporting the ideas of your team #engagechat
A5: Confident leaders show empathy and listen to understand rather than to respond. They seek out shared #leadership, they talk with not at and they invite people to share their ideas with "Tell me more." They are vulnerable and they value grace and growth! #engagechat
A5 A confident leader knows when to step aside and give the reins to others. Let others be the leader they can be! It’s not always us, as conductors in the orchestra. Step aside and let more shine #engagechat
A1. To me, confidence means having faith that you are doing something the right way. There are two types of people: those who are shattered when their confidence fails them and those who grow because they know something new #engagechat
A5 leaders aren’t afraid to say they made an error. They are not vindictive when they take one for the team. They are approachable and they trust you know what you’re doing. #engagechat
A5: A confident leader is open admitting they don't know something and open to learning new things from staff members as well as from other people. #engagechat
A5 Confident leaders seek advice. They know they don't know all the answers, but have self-assurance to know they will do the right thing when they have the available facts in hand. #EngageChat
A5: Confident leaders and teachers are honest about their weaknesses and ready to leverage their strengths. They are always looking to learn from their peers. #edchat#engagechat
A5) Confident leaders are action-oriented in general. Their actions are risky but well-informed, and are for the good of as many people as possible rather than secretive and self-serving. #engagechat
#engagechat Respond not react. Listen not interrupt. Embrace challenge not shirk responsibility. Share any limelight rather than seek it. Reflect on oneself -growth mindset. Recognize their role as a fellow community member and always hold others up so they can lead as well.
A5. To move forward, listening to others, leading the way, taking risks, letting others have voice and choice, giving others opportunities to lead as well. Creating more leaders rather than followers! #engagechat
A5 constantly pushing you to pursue projects and your own aspirations. Giving you the tools and support to do it knowing that in the end, you will replace them and that’s alright with them. No one wants a power-hungry leader. #engagechat
#engagechat Respond not react. Listen not interrupt. Embrace challenge not shirk responsibility. Share any limelight rather than seek it. Reflect on oneself -growth mindset. Recognize their role as a fellow community member and always hold others up so they can lead as well.
A5: a confident leader puts others first. Knows that no one is bigger than the vision and mission. They often reflect and adjust when obstacles arise.
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A5 Confident leaders are fearless in conversation, willing to let others take the lead, have a clear & consistent approach and don't avoid the difficult 'stuff' #engagechat#Leadership#confidence#ednav
A5. Confident leaders. Take risk, Challenge the status quo, never accept "We always have" as the reason, but resist change for change sake. #EngageChat
A2. Confidence changes how you face every day. Being confident sparks creativity, passion, and innovation. W/o it, you are going to be comfortable w/ status quo, never making a true impact #engagechat
A5 #engagechat Calm is contagious and comforting while toxicity is viral- it can strangle even the strongest of communities. We need to avoid the venom and spread the fragrance and beauty of inspiration and positivity
A5: Confident leaders encourage you to do better, will give high quality PD, and want to you to succeed. When they goof, they admit it, and when you goof, they don't tear you down personally. They address only the situation. #engagechat
A4: Believe in people. When they don’t have the confidence, build them up. Help them get over their fears and concerns. People’s confidence grows as others start believing in them, too. #EngageChat
A5) if a leader believes the confidence should come from the endorsement of his team, he spends much time to build relationship before leading. #engagechat
Q5: Leaders who are willing to make decisions that may be difficult but necessary to grow the school as a whole. Leaders that can delegate tasks to others that have more experience in an area. #Engagechat
I love the #Engagechat. Thank you @daviswelcome for moderating. I also want to thank my new followers. Always happy to add to my PLN. Let me know how I can help in any way.
A3. Poor communication, going over staff w/o discussion. I remember one time when our new testing program scores we shared. We had no PD on how to use, but each Ts scores were compared and we were criticized #engagechat
