Dr. Janet Tassell, Keynote Speaker at EOS

Dr. Janet Tassell has been invited to be a Keynote Speaker for the EOS Conference in Grantham, England, on April 28.  The theme is “Give up the Good, and Go for the Great!”  The conference focus:  “Shattering the mundane, catapulting expectations and achieving stunning outcomes; Inspriing students and staff to succeed beyond their potential.”

While guidance from a teacher is important to keeping kids on task and motivated, allowing students to have some choice and control over what happens in the classroom is actually one of the best ways to keep them engaged. For example, allowing students to choose the type of assignment they do or which problems to work on can give them a sense of control that may just motivate them to do more. Motivation, both intrinsic and extrinsic, is a key factor in the success of students at all stages of their education, and teachers can play a pivotal role in providing and encouraging that motivation in their students. Of course, that’s easier said than done, as all students are motivated differently and it takes time and a lot of effort to learn to get a classroom full of kids enthusiastic about learning, working hard, and pushing themselves to excel.

The secret recipe to inspiring employees is to know the “ingredients” of the people you are inspiring.  People want to know that their leaders understand their tendencies, aptitudes and behaviors well-enough to best work with and motivate them.   The best leaders and coaches always do. When you spend time with your employees, make it matter.   Don’t just expect your time and title to inspire them.    Employees want a leader that pays attention and genuinely cares about them.