A Network at Your Fingertips

Raymond PortenBlog, Connect Better, Manage Better, Self Care Better

TL;DR: Becoming more active on social media starts with one invitation. As you begin to become more invested in your social media accounts, your confidence and connections grow. Growing your networks leads to more possibilities and fosters professional growth. Learning how to harness the power of social media can change your life. There is support out there for you. A … Read More

Educator Island

Jillian DuBoisBlog, Connect Better, Engage Better, Manage Better, Self Care Better

TL;DR: There is a commonality to all reality shows: Each episode tries to promote success attached to future outcomes.  A new idea for an educator reality show: Educator Island where contestants would increase each others’ collective confidence, self-worth, and strength into a renewed hope to return back to the passion that once fueled their creativity and craft. Challenges should be … Read More

Social Media Network Series

Kari PitstickBlog, Connect Better, Tech Better

Social Media Network Series Overview In the Social Media Network Blog Series, you’ll learn simple tips and tricks to ensure you are sharing the right message with your network. You will learn ways to grow your network and make connections with others in the world of education! Make sure to check out the course in the Teach Better Academy to … Read More

Social Media: The Pillars of Your Profile

Rae HughartBlog, Connect Better, Tech Better

TL;DR: This post includes an activity to help you set up your profile on social media. Break down the list of 3-5 things you want your network to know about you. The list becomes the pillars of your profile. Let’s get it right out in the open: I have a love-hate relationship with social media. Twitter. Instagram. LinkedIn – oh my! … Read More

Building Connections on Social Media to Combat Loneliness

Carly SpinaBlog, Connect Better

TL;DR: Build connections on social media to combat the loneliness you may be feeling. This post shares 7 tips for connecting online, including joining Twitter chats, using hashtags to find like-minded educators, engaging in conversations, being vulnerable, and being mindful of what you consume. Have you ever had a teacher bestie? I have. I used to have teachers who worked … Read More