Building Momentum: How to Sustain Energy and Focus After the New Year

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David Walker

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The Teach Lead Innovate Podcast is a show aimed at exploring topics in educational leadership, technology, instructional strategies and trends, current events, and leadership practices in both the private and public sectors.

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Building Momentum: How to Sustain Energy and Focus After the New Year

Teach.Lead.Innovate.

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1 year ago

Building Momentum: How to Sustain Energy and Focus After the New Year

In this week’s Thriving Thursday, we explore how to sustain energy and focus after the excitement of the New Year fades.

In This Episode:

Why Momentum Fizzles: Insights from Baumeister and Tierney’s research on willpower and systems.

Real-World Examples: Weekly reflections, mindfulness practices, and principal walkthroughs keeping schools on track.

News Highlight: Gamification strategies in schools improving student engagement post-holidays.

Actionable Tips: Mini-goals, celebrating progress, and building accountability to keep thriving.

References Cited in This Episode:

Baumeister, R. F., & Tierney, J. (2011). Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength. Penguin Press.

EdTech Times. (2024). Gamification trends transforming student engagement. EdTech Quarterly.

Willow Creek Elementary. (2024). Staff wellness and goal-setting strategies. School Innovation Review.

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