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Principles, strategies, and common sense tips for enhancing your 21st Century leadership skills. This podcast includes interviews with successful leaders, profiles of great leaders, commentary germane to the topics, and book reviews. Dr. Larry S. Anderson, Founder/CEO of the National Center for Technology Planning is your host.

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Episode 29: Lucy Gray & Carol Anne McGuire, Part 2

This is Part Two of a series with two special guests: Lucy Gray and Carol Anne McGuire.Lucy Gray is an Instructional Technology Specialist at the University of Chicago (IL) Center for Elementary Math and Science Education. Among her numerous awards are having been named an Apple Distinguished Educator (2005), Discovery Educator Network Star Teacher, and Google Certified Teacher. Lucy is a popular speaker at national and international conferences. Also, Lucy has a strong reputat...

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[ Sat, 15 Aug 2009 04:01:00 GMT ]

Episode 28: Lucy Gray & Carol Anne McGuire, Part 1

My special guests for this episode are Lucy Gray and Carol Anne McGuire.Lucy Gray is an Instructional Technology Specialist at the University of Chicago (IL) Center for Elementary Math and Science Education. Among her numerous awards are having been named an Apple Distinguished Educator (2005), Discovery Educator Network Star Teacher, and Google Certified Teacher. Lucy is a popular speaker at national and international conferences. Also, Lucy has a strong reputation as a collec...

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[ Sat, 8 Aug 2009 15:20:00 GMT ]

Episode 27: Vicki Davis - Flat Classroom

Our special guest for this episode is Ms. Vicki Davis, a very successful classroom teacher in Camilla, GA. Vicki is also a grant-winning educator who has created several collaborative projects involving students and schools around the world.Vicki and/or her projects have won several awards. She and her co-collaborator, Julie Lindseay (Qatar Academy, Qatar), have built a global audience around their Flat Classroom Project.Flat Classroom Project Other projects in which Vic...

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[ Fri, 8 May 2009 21:18:00 GMT ]

Episode 26: Kelly Janzen, Classroom Teacher on Leadership

Our special guest for this episode is Ms. Kelly Janzen, a very successful educator, musician, and leader among her peers.Kelly is a motivating teacher who discusses the role of technologies in the lives of her students and how they grow as a result of interacting with new technologies.Also, Kelly talks about teachers' roles as leaders who can model excellent leadership behavior to peers and superiors.The web site for Kelly's school is http://www.wcdhs.ca -- so feel free to visit and see what sh...

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[ Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:47:00 GMT ]

Episode 25: Two Updates

I have two pieces of information to pass along to you: New email address for the podcast: thinklikealeader@gmail.com New series of episodes forthcoming. The general topic is key principles/characteristics of an effective leader. A sampling of topics is: good listener compassionate reliable leader vs. manager consistent risk-taker unselfish It is very important for you to participate by suggesting additional topics (key principles or characteristics), making general comments, telling st...

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[ Fri, 16 Jan 2009 02:21:00 GMT ]

Episode 24: Lori Clark on Leadership

Our special guest for this episode is Ms. Lori Clark, a very successful young business leader who has demonstrated remarkable persistence, determination, and resolve as she has built a large team of business partners. Not only is Lori Clark successful in business, but she also is very active in community affairs, youth activities, and her church. During this episode, Lori discusses difficult events early in her life that contributed to her success currently. While living in Memphis, Tennes...

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[ Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:00:00 GMT ]

Episode 23: Leaders in Medicine

I've been anticipating this episode for many months! My two guests are: Dr. Michael O'Dell and Dr. Ed Hill, two premier physicians from the North Mississippi medical community. Dr. Mike O'Dell is Director of the Family Medicine Residency Center in Tupelo, MS. Mike has a background in academic circles, having taught and led at several major universities, including the University of Kansas, University of Texas, and University of Alabama. Now, he is not only a family phys...

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[ Fri, 4 Jul 2008 19:38:00 GMT ]

Episode 22: Women in Leadership

Two outstanding ladies join me for this episode -- Dr. Mabel Murphree and Mrs. Doyce Deas -- to discuss the philosophies, roles, and conditions of women in leadership. Dr. Mabel Murphree is a freelance consultant, dealing in education, workforce education and development, and political matters. She is former Director of the Appalachian Region Commission, with offices in Tupelo, MS. Dr. Murphree is a well-respected educator, speaker, and civic activist. Mrs. Doyce Dea...

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[ Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:00:00 GMT ]

Episode 21: 2 CEOs talk about leadership

What does it mean to be a leader in a growing community? What organizations in a community will help a young person become a stronger leader? What are some of the characteristics of leaders you have found among others you consider as leaders that have helped you become a stronger leader? Two outstanding corporate CEOs and community leaders, Mr. Chauncey Godwin (Heavenly Ham, Tupelo, MS) and Mr. Mike Thomas (CEO of a furniture manufacturing company in Tupelo, MS), discuss these and other pert...

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[ Wed, 9 Jan 2008 17:46:00 GMT ]

Episode 20: Good to Great Review

What a terrific impact Jim Collins' outstanding book, Good to Great has had upon our society! Curriculum Director and Apple Distinguished Educator, Trang Lai from Orange County, CA, is featured in a thorough, provocative review of Collins' book. I know you will gain new insights as you hear her review. But, rather than just listening passively to this episode, I suggest that you do the following: Take good notes, making sure you capture the key points Write down any questions and/or commen...

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[ Sat, 10 Nov 2007 20:57:00 GMT ]

Episode 19: Dr. Evangeline Stefanakis--Multiple Intelligences & Portfolios

This exciting episode features a compelling interview with Dr. Evangeline Stefanakis, renowned author of Multiple Intelligences and Portfolios: A Window into the Learners Mind (link to the book is shown below). This interview was recorded in Atlanta, Georgia during the National Educational Computing Conference in late June, 2007, immediately following a presentation I had just finished co-presenting with Dr. Gordon Dahlby of West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Stefanakis joined me at the front of the ...

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[ Fri, 6 Jul 2007 16:25:00 GMT ]

Episode 18: Part 3 of 3--How Leaders Deal with Adversity

The final installment of our 3-part series devoted to: How Leaders Deal with Adversity. Episode Feature: Vickie Ramsey's Bout with Breast Cancer Panelists included: Dr. Sam Pace, MD -- a noted gastroenterologist in Tupelo, MS Dr. Mary Pace, MD -- a physician who has her own private practice and who deals often with traumatic conditions (also, Dr. Sam Pace's wife) Vickie Ramsey -- an instructor at Northeast Mississippi Community College. She also has authored a book, Humor 'n Healing abou...

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[ Tue, 22 May 2007 04:00:00 GMT ]

Episode 17: Part Two--How Leaders Deal with Adversity

This episode is Part Two of the 3-part program during which I interviewed four outstanding local leaders. Our topic for the discussion was How Leaders Deal with Adversity. Each panelist is particularly well-qualified to speak about this matter. Episode Feature: Kristi Brown's Bout with Cancer Panelists included: Dr. Sam Pace, MD -- a noted gastroenterologist in Tupelo, MS Dr. Mary Pace, MD -- a physician who has her own private practice and who deals often with traumatic conditions (al...

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[ Tue, 15 May 2007 04:00:00 GMT ]

Episode 16: Part One--How Leaders Deal with Adversity

Recently, I had the privilege of convening a panel of individuals who are recognized locally as strong leaders to discuss the important topic, How Leaders Deal with Adversity. This was a most informative and provocative interview.Panelists included:Dr. Sam Pace, MD -- a noted gastroenterologist in Tupelo, MSDr. Mary Pace, MD -- a physician who has her own private practice and who deals often with traumatic conditions (also, Dr. Sam Pace's wife)Vickie Ramsey -- an instructor at Northeast Mississ...

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[ Sun, 29 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT ]

Episode 15: The Razor's Edge

Great leaders often do the small things in big ways. And, many times, this means they do "just a little bit more" than is required. That's what gives them the competitive edge over their competition--that razor's edge! In this episode, we discuss just a few recommendations that, while seemingly small, can make all the difference in our success: Greet others first Smile! Be courteous Offer help before it's sought Send cards or letters to offer a word of encouragement, thanks, etc. Return p...

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[ Mon, 23 Apr 2007 19:18:00 GMT ]

Episode 14: Sheriff Jim Johnson - Leadership in the Public Arena

My guest this episode is Sheriff Jim Johnson from Lee County, Mississippi (my home of Tupelo is in Lee County). As you will hear in this episode, there is another famous person who was born in Tupelo and Sheriff Johnson has some connections to this person's family. During our conversation in Sheriff Johnson's office, he outlined several aspects of what makes an effective leader. He gives several examples of how these principles have been put into action in his life. Links to some of the res...

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[ Sat, 13 Jan 2007 19:38:00 GMT ]

Episode 13: How A Leader Deals with Cancer (w/Kristi Brown)

Recently, I had an opportunity to sit down with Kristi Brown and talk about several aspects of leadership. The first two episodes have been posted already (Episodes 11 and 12). However ... ...as Kristi and I continued our "off air" conversations, it became increasingly apparent to me that Kristi's compelling, moving story of her bout with cancer would be just the thing for this leadership podcast. As you will hear in this program, Kristi and her husband, Steve, had tried for several years t...

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[ Fri, 15 Sep 2006 04:30:00 GMT ]

Episode 12: Kristi Brown on Leadership, Session 2

My guest again this episode is Kristi Brown from Starkville, Mississippi (home of Miss. State University). In this episode, we discuss some of the particular features of leaders we have known, watched, and worked with--both the positive and the negative. Some leaders seem to have an innate ability to lead people or full teams, while others seem to find joy in tearing teams apart. This destructive nature of some leaders--at least positional leaders--gives them a feeling of power. Only the we...

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[ Sat, 9 Sep 2006 02:27:00 GMT ]

Episode 11: Kristi Brown on Leadership, Session 1

My guest this episode is Kristi Brown, an energetic and enthusiastic young lady who has both achieved and observed leadership in a variety of venues. She is a public relations professional, a certified meeting planner, and an overall "good gal." I believe you will really enjoy hearing the perspective Kristi has on leaders and leadership in several types of organizations. Kristi lives with her husband, Steve, along with her two beautiful white Labs, Sadie and Lily, in Starkville, Mississippi,...

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[ Mon, 28 Aug 2006 19:58:00 GMT ]

Episode 10: Podcasting Clinic, Pt. 3-Mics & Mixers

Great leaders need great podcasts. That is the purpose for this continuing series of informative episodes about successful podcasting. I conduct an interview with Jeff Sewell, a professional audio/media engineer. Our topics this episode include: Microphones. Two types: dynamic and condenser. Situations in which one type mic or the other will work best. How to position mics for best pickup. Most common mic connectors: XLR; 1/4"; USB; and 1/8" Mixers. Common features on a mixer. How...

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[ Tue, 6 Jun 2006 14:11:00 GMT ]

Episode 9: Podcasting Clinic w/Jeff Sewell, Pt. 2

This episode is a discussion between Dr. Larry Anderson, host of Think Like A Leader podcast, and Jeff Sewell, audio engineer and owner of Sewell & Associates. After a general introduction in the previous episode, Larry and Jeff discuss the basics of setting up a podcasting studio. We use as a starting point, some information of choosing a microphone. Then, we talk about other equipment necessary for a beginning podcast studio. We describe settings on our mixer, then talk more in detail ab...

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[ Thu, 18 May 2006 03:46:00 GMT ]

Episode 8: Podcasting Clinic w/Jeff Sewell, Pt. 1

In this episode, I interview Jeff Sewell, owner of Sewell & Associates -- audio/multimedia engineering firm -- to set the stage for upcoming episodes when we explore various techniques for becoming a better podcaster. I asked Jeff to give some background on his experiences in sound engineering, so you could learn what talents he brings to the table and how he might be able to help us all. Jeff's experience covers many years of working with professional musicians, artists, and entertainers; thu...

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[ Wed, 10 May 2006 19:20:00 GMT ]

Episode 7: One Word for Leadership

What one, single word best describes leadership? In this episode, I report on feedback I received when I asked several people to respond to that question. Recently, I sent out an email message to a few hundred of my contacts, and I asked: What one word, in your opinion, best describes the notion of leadership? In other words, if you had to boil down leadership into just one word, what would that be? The responses were intriguing. Here are the first ones I received...and which are reported...

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[ Mon, 1 May 2006 03:30:00 GMT ]

Episode 6: Conexiones Students in Arizona

I sit down with three high school students during the Microcomputers in Education (MEC) 2006 Conference in Tempe, Arizona, where I was invited to be a keynote speaker. These students are part of a program focusing upon migrant students' use of technology and interpersonal relationships skills. The students talked about their leadership roles, how they perceive leaders, and how the Conexiones Project has helped them succeed in their academic pursuits. Music for this episode was provided by T...

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[ Tue, 18 Apr 2006 02:54:00 GMT ]

Episode 5: David Rumbarger & Mike Clayborne

This episode features two outstanding guests: David Rumbarger, Executive Director, Community Development Foundation, Tupelo, MS Mike Clayborne, Executive Director, CREATE Foundation, Tupelo, MS The three of us gathered in Mike's conference room to discuss elements of leadership that had made the two young gentlemen as successful as they are. As you might imagine, they both were quite modest, seeming unwilling to accept the accolades I offered them. They talked about the importance of each o...

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[ Sun, 9 Apr 2006 01:17:00 GMT ]

Episode 4: The World is Flat

It was a normal, sunny morning in Tupelo, MS. I was sitting at my breakfast table, reading the local newspaper, when I noticed an announcement from the Lee County (MS) Friends of the Library. There was to be a noon luncheon held today and the feature was to be a book review by locally-revered citizen, Mr. Glenn McCullough. Glenn is a former mayor of Tupelo, then resigned when President Bush chose him to become Chairman of the Tennessee Valley Authority. He has testified before U.S. Congress,...

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[ Fri, 24 Mar 2006 07:14:00 GMT ]

Who is Larry Anderson & A Book Review

Several subscribers/listeners asked me to tell you a bit about who I am, so the first section of this episode includes a few stories that, I hope, will reveal a bit about why I am so intrigued with the notion of leadership. Also, I spotlight three individuals who mean a great deal to me, who show me the essence of leadership: Dr. Bob Phares, Asst. Supt. in the Enterprise (AL) School District Al Denson, a successful Christian musician, author, radio & TV personality, and entrepreneur. Al is m...

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[ Mon, 20 Mar 2006 04:45:00 GMT ]

Episode 2: Think and Grow Rich

This episode includes a few comments about subscribers, the music that has been contributed, and the book review that follows. Then, we get right into a review of "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill. If you would like to leave voicemail or send a fax, feel free to call 206/984-3136 or email me. Use this link to buy Think and Grow Rich...

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[ Tue, 7 Mar 2006 15:39:00 GMT ]

Episode 1: Introduction to the Think Like A Leader podcast

This is just a basic introduction to our podcast. My main purpose in this episode is to request your help in determining the direction the podcast will take. While I have many ideas about future programs, I covet your input. Here are a few of the topics that will be covered as time allows: * NCTP: What is it? Its history. Expansion of services. Future directions * Interviews with successful leaders -- to determine their secrets of success * Team building * Profiles of courageous...

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[ Thu, 2 Mar 2006 22:58:00 GMT ]

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