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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	Solopreneur Guide Part 1 (Bootstrapper Series)	02 Jun 2024	00:04:09
Welcome to the Mafost Mashup reboot - this limited series is for small business owners and dreamers who are ready to bootstrap their way to brand growth and market domination. We'll cover everything you need to know about marketing a small business or startup. ...eventually, we'll polish up our episode endings, lol - forgive me for now. ;) In this series, we'll cover facing your fears, major pitfalls, outsourcing, and marketing basics such as competitor analysis, marketing channels such as SEO, PPC, and Earned Media. We'll help you develop lead funnels and know how to measure ROI.
	Our Duty to Subvert in Education	01 Jun 2020	00:03:47
Maintenance pedagogy has it's place and so does subversive pedagogy. What mode does your school need in 2020?
	One Final Question	26 Mar 2020	00:06:14
Why must we and when must we say stop? Continue receiving updates at the daily blog https://mafost.com
	Principal Interview Tips - Get The Gig!	17 Mar 2020	00:05:34
Dig deeper at https://principalsseminar.com/courses/gig
	5 Reasons Using Test Scores to Evaluate Teachers is Plain Wrong	03 Mar 2020	00:11:13
1) Correlation 2) Achievement 3) Student Discipline Policy 4) Programs and Initiatives 5) Construct Validity. Get more ideas and tips at https://mafost.com
	Mafost Mashup (Trailer)	02 Mar 2020	00:00:42

	Innovation, Risks, and the Anchor	18 Feb 2020	00:06:59
Often change or innovation appears risky to outsiders, but when done right, innovation is a natural part of successful school improvement.
	Moving into the Edupreneur Space	12 Feb 2020	00:14:38
What's Your Next Step? A conversation with Vernon Wright (https://twitter.com/thewrightleader) and Matt Foster.
	What If Schools	04 Feb 2020	00:09:12
Three What Ifs that could spur creativity in finding solutions for the challenges in your school.
	Time Management for Principals - Research, Tip, Concept (108)	28 Jan 2020	00:06:58
Episode 108 is focused on time management for principals and provides recent research from new principals, a time management tip for power meetings, and an essential leadership concept - the circle of influence. Why is it that some principals always feel like there's a monkey on their back...they're always frayed and ran to the end of their energy? Yet others can complete all the tasks of the day with a sense of calm and the headspace to lead as their selves. Time management is the difference. Learn more at https://principalsseminar.com/time-management-for-principals/ Get all the show notes at mafost.com/mashup/
	6 Ways to Lead Learning During The Struggle	14 Jan 2020	00:08:01
Permission to Struggle. Survival Instincts. The amygdala. These are all tied up in the learning process and the school culture. In this, episode 107, you'll get 6 ways to lead learning in the struggle. Get insanely innovative school leadership ideas delivered to your inbox 3 days per week at https://mafost.com/lead/
	Two Pressures That Resist Change (Wall Building & Conformity Bias)	07 Jan 2020	00:05:32
Understanding these two pressures can help any principals avoid plateaus and headaches associated with change resistance. Wall building and conformity bias are little known pressures that exert large influences on school cultures. Here's what to do about them. Read more on Conformity Bias at the Mafost Blog. https://mafost.com/conformity-bias/
	Two End of Year Announcements	17 Dec 2019	00:01:34
1) I'm sending out the the year in review https://mafost.com/year-in-review-2019/ . 2) Inviting your input on a new project at https://principalsseminar.com
	Instructional Coaches, 4 Missed Opportunities	10 Dec 2019	00:08:58
Clerical Work, Substituting, Intervention, Inner Circle. These are four common missed opportunities and missteps when utilizing the role of instructional coaching. Join the thousands of school leaders already receiving the Mafost Daily Blog straight to their inboxes - https://mafost.com/lead/
	Vision vs Vision Statements (Two Examples of Vivid Visions)	03 Dec 2019	00:11:00
In this first live episode, typical school vision statements are put to the task of becoming visions. Sign up for the daily blog at https://mafost.com/lead/
	Bonus: Real Gift of Gratitude	26 Nov 2019	00:02:44
Two Quotes on Gratitude, Special News, and a Thank You. Get the daily blog at mafost.com
	Three Communication Missteps (Rebroadcast)	19 Nov 2019	00:10:49
These three communication missteps are essential to avoid as a principal and school leader. Your teachers, community, and students depend on it. Get the daily blog at mafost.com/lead Get the monthly blog at mafost.blog
	Clarity and Toxicity (Ep100 Rebroadcast)	12 Nov 2019	00:18:03
Clarity and Toxicity, Matt sits with Hal Bowman and discusses real-life experiences with school cultures, including: -Shaping School Culture vs. Letting It Happen -Creating a Tribe -Bringing Clarity to the School Vision and Purpose -Uncertainty and Toxic Cultures that Result -The anxiety of the Unknown -Finding the Right Fit -Unintentional Culture Viruses -Communicating with Clarity Principals, instructional coaches, and educational leaders will receive helpful insights into why toxic cultures form and how to turn them around. Subscribe to the daily blog at https://mafost.com/lead/
	Elisabeth Bostwick on Efficiency Problems, Emotional Safety, and Shaping Culture	05 Nov 2019	00:13:15
Elisabeth Bostwick is the author of Take the LEAP: Ignite a Culture of Innovation. In this episode she shares actionable ideas related to the efficiency problem, building emotional safety in classrooms, and shaping classroom cultures. Get the book at https://amzn.to/2PPGJmD (paid link to Amazon) Follow Matt's Monthly Blog at mafost.blog
	What are Principals Learning?	29 Oct 2019	00:14:31
Principals Mark French, Lauren Higgins, Chris Chappotin, Heather Patterson, Cathy Jacobs, Chris Legleiter, and Jon-Eric Zaier join the episode to share what they are currently learning about: Leading Community with Purpose Creating a Sense of Community in a Large School Asking for Help Being a part of a Principal Network Empowering Teachers Reaching Students Each Day You can get more innovative ideas at mafost.com
	Confrontation and Candor	22 Oct 2019	00:06:44
If you're going to lead, there will be tough conversations. But that's not the same thing as tough confrontation. Get the Daily Blog straight to your inbox three days per week at mafost.com. ___ Check out these quality resources (*paid links from Amazon Affiliates) to help your candor skills: Radical Candor https://amzn.to/2JehQwR Crucial Conversations https://amzn.to/31EcrFF
	Mistakes Made Lessons Learned Part 2	15 Oct 2019	00:12:32
Elisabeth Bostwick, Chris Chappotin, Jon-Eric Ziaer, and Chris Legleiter share mistakes they made and lesson they learned from their experiences leading learning. Topics include: Asking for Help Context Switching - Finding Your Identity Priorities, Management vs Leadership Given the Right Feedback after Walkthroughs Get more actionable ideas at https://mafost.com/ Purchase Elisabeth's Book, Take the Leap: Ignite a Culture of Innovation, at https://amzn.to/2BawzEq
	What's A Mistake That Made You Better?	08 Oct 2019	00:11:52
Mark French, Heather Patterson, Cathy Jacobs, and Lauren Higgins discussion four lessons. Assumptions. Student Discipline. Letting Go. Relationships. These amazing school leaders and principals share mistakes they made that made them better. Next week, we'll continue this conversation with Elisabeth Bostwick, Jon-Eric Ziaer, Chris Chappotin, and Chris Legleiter. Connect with today's guests in the show notes at https://mafost.com/mashup Preview Mark French's New Book https://amzn.to/2IyF7t3
	Emotional Hijackers and Problem Solving That Doesn't Work	01 Oct 2019	00:11:49
Rational problem-solving doesn't work (most of the time). This episode shares a quick strategy that does. Are We Rational Thinkers? Four Steps to Rational Problem-Solving Actionable Empathy, Not Just Venting Who Controls the Conversation? 3 Tips to Communicate a Sense of Calm Get the research and show notes at https://mafost.com/mashup/
	Culture Crafters	24 Sep 2019	00:14:46
4 Leadership Tips for Culture Crafting. 4 Management Tips. Questions to evaluate your school culture. Starting points for building trust and solving problems. Get the research and show notes at https://mafost.com/mashup Get the Mafost daily blog three times per week at https://mafost.com/lead
	Bonus: Fear Equation for Decision-Making	20 Sep 2019	00:02:43
What idea is held captive by fear? Use this equation to tackle fear.
	Phrases to Help with Tough Conversations	17 Sep 2019	00:12:27
Tough conversations are an unavoidable part of life. In school leadership, having the right words to say will compound your leadership influence. Here are 9 phrases that can help you navigate difficult conversations in your work. Get the daily blog and the show notes at https://mafost.com/mashup/
	18 Questions in 8 Minutes	10 Sep 2019	00:10:11
Every school leader needs questions. We lead with questions. We learn from questions. Here are 18 questions for school leadership, management skills, and instructional systems. Subscribe to the daily blog at https://mafost.com/lead/
	Brief History of Management	03 Sep 2019	00:17:30
What do World War II, Peter Drucker, and School Principals have in common? That's the guiding question in this brief history of management. Leave your thoughts at https://mafost.com/pod/
	Innovation - Three Riffs	27 Aug 2019	00:16:28
What do the Houston Texans, Stock Market, and School Innovation have in common? Plus, a special invite to go.822tribe.com
	Obstacles and Traits (Part 2)	20 Aug 2019	00:15:01
In this episode, part 2 of "10 Obstacles and 10 Traits," we look into teacher obstacles 6-10, which are: Upward Mobility Perceived Disconnect Support Sabotage Cynicism Likewise, 5 leadership traits are offered to help tackle these obstacles in your school. Get the research at https://mafost.com/mashup/
	10 Obstacles and 10 Traits	13 Aug 2019	00:08:49
This is part 1 of 10 obstacles facing your school and 10 leadership traits that will remove those obstacles! Are you ready to level up your leadership? Visit https://mafost.com/lead/
	Emotional Labor of Teaching	06 Aug 2019	00:10:04
The emotional labor of teaching - what is it and what can we do about it? Mismanaged and it leads to teacher stress, fatigue, and even burnout. Here are some questions and ideas to ponder. Share your thoughts on this topic at https://mafost.com/pod/ Read the full article "Teach Your Heart Out, Emotional Labor of Teaching"
	Bonus: Academics vs Life	02 Aug 2019	00:02:09
A quick rant on the limitations of academics. Changes are coming to education. Is your school ready?
	Fear and Creativity, A Few Riffs	30 Jul 2019	00:11:34
Fear and Creativity. They feel like opposing forces. Elizabeth Gilbert thinks so - as you'll hear in today's episode. Share your thoughts at https://anchor.fm/mafost/message Grade the show notes at mafost.com/mashup/ Episode Sponsor: PrincipalTribe.org
	Reflective Leadership	23 Jul 2019	00:13:26
Actionable ideas for increasing reflective leadership in four different areas. Get the resources at mafost.com/resources and the show notes at mafost.com/mashup/.
	Bonus: Shared Accountability (4 Steps)	20 Jul 2019	00:04:04
A riff on 4 steps to building shared accountability within your school's culture. Get the Mafost Blog three times per week in your inbox >> https://mafost.com/lead/
	Team Entropy	16 Jul 2019	00:10:53
Ever wonder why some teams are wildly successful and others struggle to solve problems? Team problem-solving is not that straightforward - it involves team entropy. What is team entropy? What are the 4 phases of team problem-solving? What leadership moves can you take to prevent team entropy? Get it it all in this episode of the Mafost Mashup! Show Notes: https://mafost.com/mashup/ Look for episode 80 "Team Entropy".
	Back to School Transformed	09 Jul 2019	00:10:18
Transform basic back to school principal tasks into vehicles for crafting school culture. In episode 79, we explore: Back to School Letter 2.0 Pre-Videos for Meet and Greets First Day back with Staff Edcamps Micro Emails Delegation Insider/Outsider Focus 5 Visibility Techniques Get the research for episode 79 at mafost.com/mashup Music from Queen: https://youtu.be/zKdxd718WXg
	Dam Capacity	02 Jul 2019	00:09:06
How does a school leader or principal build collective efficacy? In this episode of the Mafost Mashup: Floods The Metaphor A Rant on Effective Balance Between Leadership and Capacity Places to Build Collective Efficacy Smart Data Methods Building Communication Capacity Teachers Giving and Receiving Feedback Get the Mafost Blog three days per week at mafost.com.
	Staying Focused as a School	26 Jun 2019	00:13:00
If you’ve sat behind the principal’s desk for more than 6 hours, you know it’s difficult, and in some cases impossible, to stay focused on any single task. Magnify that challenge across days, weeks, and semesters, and you have the daunting challenge of staying focused as a school principal or educational leader. Why is it so hard to stay focused? What are the pitfalls and sidetracks for meeting goals or following through? How can we make it easier to say no to distractions? What supports can we use to stay focused? Where to Find Distractions Quick Tips for Staying Focused Costs of Distractions Mission, Vision, Values, and Goals Too long, unfocused 2 Methods to Stay Focused as a School Download the tools at http://mafost.com/resources/ Learn more about the collaborators who made this episode possible.
	Houston, We've Had A Problem	18 Jun 2019	00:11:00
Problem-Solving on Teams is not as easy as it looks. Teacher teams, school leadership teams, and district leadership teams can get distracted by sophisticated problems. In this episode, you'll find the role leaders can play in improving the performance of teams in educational improvement. Download the research at mafost.com/mashup/ What are your ideas or questions? Leave a voice message using the link below.
	Bonus: Say No This Summer	15 Jun 2019	00:03:42
Bonus Episode: Saying No This Summer. It really is the only way to open the space for improvement. Why must we say no? How does it benefit the school? Get the monthly article at mafost.blog Need help with a topic? Have a question I can answer for you? Send me a comment at mafost.com/pod/ or tap the voice message button in this app.
	How To Increase Your School Leadership Network (Blog Crawl)	11 Jun 2019	00:10:48
What is a blog crawl? This strategy will increase your school leadership network, your professional learning, and your contribution to the profession. A blog crawl is a great way for school leaders and principals to collaborate and generate new ideas and solutions. This episode will examine the benefits of a blog crawl and show how to get started. > Why a Network? > How to Build Your Network > Leadership Collective Efficacy > Why a Blog Crawl? > What is a Blog Crawl? > Biggest Benefit of a Blog Crawl? > The Essence of a School Leadership Network > Blog Crawl First Steps and Invite Send your topics, ideas, or questions to https://mafost.com/pod/
	How to Scale A/B Testing in Your School	04 Jun 2019	00:15:25
This is the single most important strategy to improve learning in any school, and here's a simple 3 step process for scaling A/B Testing (split testing) in your school. Plus: - The Fallacy of Waiting on Proof - - John Hattie Misunderstood and Misused - - An Example of A/B Testing - - 3 Steps to Scaling A/B Testing - Get the research, book references, and show notes at https://mafost.com/mashup. I'd love to hear your thoughts or questions. Send me a written comment at https://mafost.com/pod or a voice comment in the link below.
	5+ Strategies: How to Jump Start the Next School Year	28 May 2019	00:13:33
Now is the time to jump start the next school year. Here are 5 strategies to help you with this, plus bonus ideas from a few friends. School Leadership Strategies in this episode: Plan Out Your Summer Collaborations. Address August Amnesia. Create Outlier Policies. Visit With Your People. Manage Up. Comments and Ideas from Friends: Decluttering, Goals with Initial Steps, Using Padlet, Pause But Don't Stop, Community Engagement Slide. Share your comments or ideas at https://anchor.fm/mafost/message Get the show notes for the podcast or join the educational leadership blog at https://mafost.com/
	Bonus: Action and the Planning Fallacy	24 May 2019	00:03:37
In this bonus episode, we briefly look into the planning fallacy and why it makes action so difficult for strategic plans or improvement plans.
	5 Ways to Initiate Change in School Culture	21 May 2019	00:10:23
It takes more than spreading the narrative, using social media, or creating a "brand" to make change happen in school culture. As a matter of fact, there are three categories for leadership behaviors that can impact school culture. In this episode, I'll share 5 ways to initiate change that can result in a positive school culture. 2:29 Defining Leadership Behavior 2:51 Three Types of Leadership Behavior 4:36 Action 5:56 Be a Feedback Loop 7:31 Stoke the Fire 8:31 Clarify the Problem 10:26 Research Download Get the research and show notes at mafost.com/mashup/ and look for this episode title.
	6 Tactics for Empowering Your School	15 May 2019	00:09:46
Let's get concrete on the topic of empowerment. Here are 6 ways to empower your teachers, teams, and staff members. Download the research for this episode at mafost.com/mashup/
	Personalized Learning with and without Technology (Marci Houseman Part 2)	07 May 2019	00:16:07
In part 2 of this discussion, we talk about the core concepts and practices in personalized learning, both with and without technology. Several metaphors are given for personalized learning, and Marci shares insights into how Lexia Learning uses technology to enhance teaching. Get the show notes at mafost.com/mashup and join the daily blog at mafost.com/blog.

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