Ep 41. “Localize your message” and how best to embrace the hard, with Jenn Ford

Brian MillerSchurtz and Ties Podcast

A graduate of Georgetown and the University of Colorado, President and founder of the ⁠Frederick Mountain Group,⁠ and a wilderness guide for seven years, Jennifer Ford brings the good and powerful word! Speaking truth into public school marketing strategies and how best to engage in difficult conversations with passionate or politically charged parents, Jenn Ford breaks down how public educators … Read More

Curse of Knowledge vs Gap of Knowledge (Part 2): Analyzing the gaps of misunderstanding between teachers and parents

Brian MillerSchurtz and Ties Podcast

Parents and teachers are on the same side; they both want what is best for the child. However, for a variety of fair and unfair reasons, the gap in understanding seems to be at an all-time high. In this episode, Kasey and Brian acknowledge the stereotypes, discuss potential misunderstandings, and offer solutions of empathy for both sides. References:  Made to Stick: … Read More

Curse of Knowledge vs Gap of Knowledge (Part 1): Analyzing the gaps of misunderstanding between teachers and parents

Brian MillerSchurtz and Ties Podcast

Parents and teachers are on the same side; they both want what is best for the child. However, for a variety of fair and unfair reasons, the gap in understanding seems to be at an all-time high. In this episode, Kasey and Brian acknowledge the stereotypes, discuss the misunderstandings, and begin to offer a way where both sides can start … Read More