Angela Watson's Truth for Teachers EP334 Are you a Type A or Type B teacher? Rethinking effort, expectations, and balance
Sep 21, 2025
Explore the fine line between Type A and Type B teaching tendencies and how they impact effort and burnout. Learn to recognize your own tendencies and make mindful adjustments to avoid overflow or stagnation. Discover strategies to support students in identifying their effort levels, along with practical classroom scripts to help them set realistic goals. The key takeaway? Focus on doing what matters, rather than doing more, ensuring a fulfilling and sustainable teaching experience.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Know Your Type And Nudge Gently
- Identify whether you naturally overextend (Type A) or hold back (Type B) to guide small changes.
- Small 5% nudges toward the opposite tendency create sustainable balance over time.
Try The 5% Adjustment
- Use the 5% rule: do 5% less if you overdo, or 5% more if you underdo.
- Make incremental changes instead of radical shifts to avoid overwhelm.
Reprioritize When Energy Drops
- Rework expectations during seasons of low energy or chronic illness by prioritizing high-impact tasks.
- Focus on thoughtful, consistent impact rather than volume of output.
