Just because you say it, doesn’t mean it gets communicated.

In this episode of the Educators Among Us Podcast, host Scott Barron, Chiefs Reinvention Officer with School Growth LLC emphasizes the importance of effective communication in education.

He shares a story about a humorous encounter at a restaurant that highlights the need to break down messages clearly. This lays the groundwork for the discussing the challenges of communication in the school ecosystem and the need for simplicity and clarity.

He encourages educators to practice and improve their communication skills, as it is a prerequisite for success.

The episode concludes with a reminder to be remarkably clear in messages and to prioritize building relationships and trust.

Takeaways

• Effective communication is vital in education and requires practice and humility.

• Simplifying messages and avoiding unnecessary complexity is key to ensuring understanding.

• Timing and order of message delivery are important for maintaining relationships and trust.

• Improving communication skills is a prerequisite for success in education.

• Building relationships and trust should be a priority in communication.

​​Chapters

00:48 Introduction and Appreciation for Educators

04:31 Importance of Communication in Education

05:50 Mastering the Disciplines of Communication

08:54 Making Adjustments

11:21 Avoiding Complexity and Using Simple Language

14:32 Building Relationships and Trust through Communication

16:20 Closing Thoughts and Coaching Question

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