Building a Culture of Collaboration

Jigsaw Learning

Are you an educational leader or administrator searching for actionable strategies to build effective teams? In the Building a Culture of Collaboration podcast, Jigsaw Learning co-founders Kurtis and Lorna Hewson provide simple, purposeful tips to help you tackle meeting frustration, disengagement, and unproductive teamwork. This is your essential resource for advancing school improvement and collective efficacy. You will find practical ideas for mastering effective meetings, where you learn the structures, roles, and agendas required to ensure your team meetings (PLCs, staff, student support) are focused and drive action. You'll discover how to shift your organization's mindset from isolated practice to powerful, shared responsibility for ALL students—this is key to teamwork and collaboration. Finally, you'll gain the leadership strategies needed to intentionally build a robust and sustainable culture that maximizes collective capacity and student success. We also talk with thought leaders outside of education, to grow our understanding of effective collaboration and teamwork. Subscribe today to master the art of intentional collaboration and take your leadership to the next level!

  1. 1d ago ·  Bonus

    Summer Replay #3 - Leading Teams as a Purpose-Driven Principal with Michelle Sloan

    Access a FREE webinar to transform how you plan and facilitate effective team meetings - https://bit.ly/transformteams Register for the FREE Collaborative Response Virtual Summit : JLsummit.ca In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Michelle Sloan, a former teacher, principal, and Head of School who now coaches and mentors school leaders through her Purpose Driven Principal Framework.  Central to the discussion is the importance of focusing on purpose as a leader to serve as the foundation for leading collaborative cultures. Learn more about Michelle Sloan at https://sloanleadership.com/ and subscribe to her weekly newsletter at https://sloanleadership.mykajabi.com/newsletter-registration You can also join the VIP Lounge with Michelle at https://sloanleadership.mykajabi.com/the-leadership-lounge-membership ______________________#collaboration #norms #teamspirit  #leadership #systems Connect with Michelle SloanEmail: msloan@sloanleadership.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sloanleadershipLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-sloan-9b80112a2Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SloanLeadershipSolutions Connect with Kurtis Hewson Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @hewsonk27Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27 LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson  Connect with Lorna Hewson Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @LornaHewson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104 --------- Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s  Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview  Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off! Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trialhttps://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca  Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more! https://bit.ly/JLinsider  Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow Website https://jigsawlearning.caEmail questions@jigsawlearning.caX https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_LearningFacebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration. Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

    Summer Replay #3 - Leading Teams as a Purpose-Driven Principal with Michelle Sloan
  2. Aug 11 ·  Bonus

    Summer Replay #4 - Harnessing AI to Impact Collaboration and Other Leadership Nuggets with Principal Mo

    Access a FREE webinar to transform how you plan and facilitate effective team meetings - https://bit.ly/transformteams In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis is joined by Chrissy Beltran, better known to her instructional coaching community as “Ms. B”.  Chrissy brings both practical classroom knowledge and the heart of a coach to her work, as we explore lessons learned when helping to build strong, collaborative cultures in schools and beyond. Learn more about Chrissy Beltran at http://www.buzzingwithmsb.com and check out her podcast Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Instructional Coaching with Ms. B podcast: Ep.224 Collaborative Team Meetings with Kurtis Hewsonhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/224-collaborative-team-meetings-with-kurtis-hewson/id1496989397?i=1000700564533--------- Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam Connect with Chrissy BeltranEmail: chrissy@buzzingwithmsb.comX: @buzzingwithmsbInstagram: @buzzingwithmsbLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissy-beltran-898756263/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuzzingWithMsB Connect with Kurtis Hewson Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @hewsonk27Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27 LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson  --------- Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s  Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview  Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off! Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trialhttps://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca  Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more! https://bit.ly/JLinsider  Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow Website https://jigsawlearning.caEmail questions@jigsawlearning.caX https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_LearningFacebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration. Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

    Summer Replay #4 - Harnessing AI to Impact Collaboration and Other Leadership Nuggets with Principal Mo
  3. Aug 4 ·  Bonus

    Summer Replay #5 - Why Focusing on Intentional Habits is Critical for Purposeful Collaboration with Ms. B

    Access a FREE webinar to transform how you plan and facilitate effective team meetings - https://bit.ly/transformteams In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis is joined by Chrissy Beltran, better known to her instructional coaching community as “Ms. B”.  Chrissy brings both practical classroom knowledge and the heart of a coach to her work, as we explore lessons learned when helping to build strong, collaborative cultures in schools and beyond. Learn more about Chrissy Beltran at http://www.buzzingwithmsb.com and check out her podcast Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Instructional Coaching with Ms. B podcast: Ep.224 Collaborative Team Meetings with Kurtis Hewsonhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/224-collaborative-team-meetings-with-kurtis-hewson/id1496989397?i=1000700564533--------- Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam Connect with Chrissy BeltranEmail: chrissy@buzzingwithmsb.comX: @buzzingwithmsbInstagram: @buzzingwithmsbLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissy-beltran-898756263/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuzzingWithMsB Connect with Kurtis Hewson Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @hewsonk27Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27 LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson  --------- Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s  Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview  Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off! Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trialhttps://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca  Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more! https://bit.ly/JLinsider  Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow Website https://jigsawlearning.caEmail questions@jigsawlearning.caX https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_LearningFacebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration. Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

    Summer Replay #5 - Why Focusing on Intentional Habits is Critical for Purposeful Collaboration with Ms. B
  4. Jul 28 ·  Bonus

    Summer Replay #6 - The Importance of Systems When Supporting Effective Collaboration with Hunter Flesch - Ep 42

    Don’t let your next meeting feel like it should’ve been an email FREE Webinar - 10 Considerations To Transform Your Team Meetings bit.ly/transformteams Access a FREE webinar to learn about 5 mistakes leaders make when organizing data for teams…and how to correct those mistakes - https://bit.ly/5mistakesdata In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Hunter Flesch, an Associate Principal in Des Moines, Iowa, and the host of The Ed Essentials Podcast.  They discuss practical strategies that foster collaboration, improve instructional practices, and enhance school-wide systems. Learn more about Hunter Flesch at www.edessentials.net --------- Connect with Hunter FleschEmail:  edessentials.network@gmail.comX: @edessentials_Instagram: @edessentials_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-flesch-669a36122/Facebook: @edessentialscollection Connect with Kurtis Hewson Email kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X @hewsonk27Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27 LinkedIn https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson  Connect with Lorna Hewson Email lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X @LornaHewson Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104 --------- Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s  Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview  Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off! Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trialhttps://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca  Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more! https://bit.ly/JLinsider  Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow Website https://jigsawlearning.caEmail questions@jigsawlearning.caX https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_LearningFacebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration. Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

    Summer Replay #6 - The Importance of Systems When Supporting Effective Collaboration with Hunter Flesch - Ep 42
  5. Jul 21 ·  Bonus

    Summer Replay #7 - The Happy Music Teacher's Guide to Engagement and Collaboration with Jeanette Mihalchik

    Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam This invaluable article will provide you with ten possible steps to consider when you introduce Collaborative Response to your team https://youtu.be/HNOgMOH_FN0 In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Jeanette Mihalchik, a National Board Certified Music teacher, arts integration specialist, and author of "Stories That Sing." They discuss how the arts can foster student engagement, practical strategies for integrating music and literacy, and powerful insights on staff collaboration among teachers and specialists. Learn more about Jeanette Mihalchik at https://thehappymusicteacher.com --------- Connect with Jeanette MihalchikEmail: morethanmusic83@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehappymusicteacher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroupTik Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@thehappymusicteacher Connect with Kurtis Hewson Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @hewsonk27Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27 LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson  Connect with Lorna Hewson Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @LornaHewson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104 #collaboration #norms #teamspirit  #leadership --------- Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s  Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview  Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off! Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trialhttps://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca  Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more! https://bit.ly/JLinsider  Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow Website https://jigsawlearning.caEmail questions@jigsawlearning.caX https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_LearningFacebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration. Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

    Summer Replay #7 - The Happy Music Teacher's Guide to Engagement and Collaboration with Jeanette Mihalchik
  6. Jul 14 ·  Bonus

    Summer Replay #8 - What Does the Kitchen Sink Tell Us About an Organization’s Collaborative Culture with New Myrnam School

    In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis is joined by the leadership team from New Myrnam School — a small rural school with big ideas and a strong sense of community. Kurtis explores with the leadership team how they’re building and sustaining a truly collaborative culture within their school, taking a robust, project-based approach to learning Check out the New Myrnam School projects: https://www.newmyrnamschool.ca/a-for-energy-grant-projects https://www.newmyrnamschool.ca Learn more about New Myrnam School at https://www.newmyrnamschool.ca/ Access the FREE Guide for Leaders to Develop and Reinforce Team Norms - http://bit.ly/teamnormsguide Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam--------- Connect with Danielle EriksenEmail: erikdani@sperd.ca Connect with Robert TymofichukEmail: robert_tymofichuk@sperd.caX: @rtymofichukFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EK482zcGN/?mibextid=wwXIfr Connect with Alyssa KalynchukEmail:  kalyalys@sperd.ca Connect with Kurtis Hewson Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @hewsonk27Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27 LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson  #collaboration #norms #teamspirit  #leadership --------- Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s  Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview  Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off! Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trialhttps://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca  Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more! https://bit.ly/JLinsider  Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow Website https://jigsawlearning.caEmail questions@jigsawlearning.caX https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_LearningFacebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration. Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

    Summer Replay #8 - What Does the Kitchen Sink Tell Us About an Organization’s Collaborative Culture with New Myrnam School
  7. Jul 7 ·  Bonus

    Summer Replay #9 - Connecting Parents for Aligned Collaborative Success with Christina Hidek

    Looking to learn more and get started with a powerful meeting structure that will transform your school’s MTSS efforts?  Access the Collaborative Team Meeting Starter Kit at https://bit.ly/ctmstarter  Access a workshop guide to help your team unpack their norms and help them have a greater impact on your collaborative efforts - https://bit.ly/jlnorms In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Christina Hidek, a former litigation attorney turned professional organizer and parent leader. Through her work with PTO Answers, she helps parent groups avoid overwhelm and focus on what truly matters: creating joyful, collaborative school communities. Learn more about Christina Hidek at https://ptoanswers.com Get the PTO Family Engagement Opportunity Assessment: https://ptoanswers.com/principals/ 5 No Brainer Ways to Improve the Teacher/Parent Relationship: https://ptoanswers.com/teachers/  Super Star PTO Leaders Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/ptoleaders The Principal’s Parent Group Playbook: https://ptoanswers.com/principals-parent-group-playbook/--------- Connect with Christina HidekEmail: christina@ptoanswers.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinahidek/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ptoanswersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ptoanswers Connect with Kurtis Hewson Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @hewsonk27Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27 LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson  Connect with Lorna Hewson Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @LornaHewson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104 #collaboration #norms #teamspirit  #leadership --------- Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s  Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview  Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off! Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trialhttps://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca  Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more! https://bit.ly/JLinsider  Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow Website https://jigsawlearning.caEmail questions@jigsawlearning.caX https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_LearningFacebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration. Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

    Summer Replay #9 - Connecting Parents for Aligned Collaborative Success with Christina Hidek
  8. Jun 30 ·  Bonus

    Summer Replay #10 Harnessing the Power of People with AI to Enhance Collaboration with Teacher Time Machine

    Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam Access a workshop guide to help your teams craft effective goals to guide their collaborative work - https://bit.ly/jlgoals  In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis and Lorna meet with two of the founders of Teacher Time Machine, an AI powered tool for teachers.  Sharon and Richelle share how AI can enhance and build upon staff collaborative efforts and why teams are critical when maximizing AI to steal back time for teachers! Learn more about Sharon Skretting, Dan Vanden Dungen, Richelle Marynowski and Teacher Time Machine at https://teachertimemachine.com/ --------- Connect with Teacher Time MachineEmail: sharon.skretting@teachertimemachine.comEmail: richelle.marynowski@teachertimemachine.comEmail: dan.vanden@teachertimemachine.com X: https://twitter.com/TeacherTMachineInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher_timemachine/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-skretting-4659129a/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551726065458 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNnLfnJqkD3lWT6x3wZmNxA  Connect with Kurtis Hewson Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca X: @hewsonk27Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27 LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson  #collaboration #norms #teamspirit  #leadership --------- Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s  Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview  Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off! Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trialhttps://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca  Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more! https://bit.ly/JLinsider  Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow Website https://jigsawlearning.caEmail questions@jigsawlearning.caX https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_LearningFacebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration. Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

    Summer Replay #10 Harnessing the Power of People with AI to Enhance Collaboration with Teacher Time Machine
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Are you an educational leader or administrator searching for actionable strategies to build effective teams? In the Building a Culture of Collaboration podcast, Jigsaw Learning co-founders Kurtis and Lorna Hewson provide simple, purposeful tips to help you tackle meeting frustration, disengagement, and unproductive teamwork. This is your essential resource for advancing school improvement and collective efficacy. You will find practical ideas for mastering effective meetings, where you learn the structures, roles, and agendas required to ensure your team meetings (PLCs, staff, student support) are focused and drive action. You'll discover how to shift your organization's mindset from isolated practice to powerful, shared responsibility for ALL students—this is key to teamwork and collaboration. Finally, you'll gain the leadership strategies needed to intentionally build a robust and sustainable culture that maximizes collective capacity and student success. We also talk with thought leaders outside of education, to grow our understanding of effective collaboration and teamwork. Subscribe today to master the art of intentional collaboration and take your leadership to the next level!