091: Dr. John Marschhausen - Cultivating Innovators And Creative Thinkers

Jan 21, 2016

Dr. John Marschhausen, a dynamic superintendent from Hilliard City Schools in Ohio, passionately discusses transforming education. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating creativity and risk-taking among teachers to better prepare students for future challenges. Highlighting the need for personalized learning, John critiques traditional models that stifle innovation. He shares insights on leadership rooted in humility and resilience while advocating for a collaborative approach to foster a culture of growth. His commitment to empowering students and educators is truly inspiring.

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Integrity Drives Sustained Leadership

Integrity and trust are core to sustained leadership excellence.
Open honesty, admitting mistakes, and clarity build lasting leader credibility.

ANECDOTE

Family and Mentor Shape Leadership

John credits his minister father and teacher mother for teaching purpose in work.
Advice from Gordon Gee guided him to build teams with different skills but shared passion.

ANECDOTE

Rapid Leadership Growth Path

John advanced rapidly from teacher to superintendent by embracing varied leadership roles.
Small district experience helped him develop hands-on leadership skills essential for bigger roles.

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Thinking, Fast and Slow

Daniel Kahneman

In this book, Daniel Kahneman takes readers on a tour of the mind, explaining how the two systems of thought shape our judgments and decisions. System 1 is fast, automatic, and emotional, while System 2 is slower, effortful, and logical. Kahneman discusses the impact of cognitive biases, the difficulties of predicting future happiness, and the effects of overconfidence on corporate strategies. He offers practical insights into how to guard against mental glitches and how to benefit from slow thinking in both personal and business life. The book also explores the distinction between the 'experiencing self' and the 'remembering self' and their roles in our perception of happiness.

Outliers

The Story of Success

Malcolm Gladwell

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Originals

How Non-Conformists Move the World

Adam Grant

In 'Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World', Adam Grant delves into the creative process and the mindset of individuals who challenge the status quo. The book discusses how originals manage risk while following their vision, the importance of quantity over quality in idea generation, and the role of procrastination and strategic timing in creative output. Grant also addresses how to communicate original ideas effectively, deal with emotional turmoil, and instill originality in various contexts, including business and child-rearing. The book challenges common myths about success and creativity, offering practical advice and anecdotes from historical figures and contemporary examples[2][4][5].

The Energy Bus

10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy

Jon Gordon

In 'The Energy Bus', Jon Gordon tells the story of George, a man who, after a series of setbacks, finds himself on a bus driven by Joy, a positive and energetic driver. Through their journey, Gordon outlines 10 rules to help individuals and teams boost their energy and achieve success. The book emphasizes the importance of positive thinking, teamwork, and leadership in creating a productive and fulfilling work environment.

The gift of failure

How the Best Parents Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed

Jessica Lahey

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Above the Line

Lessons in Leadership and Life from a Championship Season

Urban Meyer

Wayne Coffey

In 'Above the Line,' Urban Meyer shares his expertise on leadership, team building, and the principles that led his teams to multiple national championships. The book emphasizes the importance of trust, a common purpose, and what Meyer calls 'Above the Line' behavior—making the right decisions even in challenging situations. Meyer also discusses his 'E+R=O' equation (Event plus Response equals Outcome), highlighting the importance of controlling one's response to events. The book is filled with real-life examples from Meyer's coaching career and provides practical advice applicable to various aspects of life, including sports, business, and personal relationships.

Episode 091: Dr. John Marschhausen - Cultivating Innovators And Creative Thinkers

John Marschhausen is a very interesting and intelligent leader. He is deeply interested in leading and empowering young people to develop their leadership skills. This is the first time I’ve spoken with a school super intendant on The Learning Leader Show. I’m really glad that I did. John shares detailed, research backed evidence to how we can better lead our children. We are extremely fortunate to have John share his knowledge with us, the loyal listeners of The Learning Leader Show.

Dr. John Marschhausen is a dynamic educational leader; he serves with passion, purpose, and energy. Dr. Marschhausen is committed to personalizing education for each student, facilitating a culture of growth, and supporting continued innovation in instructional practices. Dr. Marschhausen has his Bachelor of Arts in History/Political Science from Wittenberg University and his master’s degree from the University of Dayton. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership from Capella University. John was appointed by Governor Kasich to the Ohio Digital Learning Task Force, has served on the Ohio Senate’s Testing and Accountability Committee and has testified many times before the Ohio General Assembly. He reports directly to the Board of Education and serves as the Board’s Chief Executive Officer. As superintendent he supports administrators and principals in their every day jobs so teachers can do what they need to do to prepare every student for tomorrow.

Episode 091: Dr. John Marschhausen - Cultivating Innovators And Creative Thinkers

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“We need to have students ready for tomorrow.”

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Integrity, Trust, and Relationship Building Skills are the qualities of people who sustain excellence over long periods of time
The need for a more personalized approach to teaching and leading students
How we create the space for original thinkers and innovators
The issue with standardized testing
The need to look for additive opportunities to give feedback
How to view failure as a learning opportunity
Thinking Long Term…
Tactical things all parents can do to be better leaders
The 6 disciplines of the R factor
How his work with Tim Kight has been such a positive experience
Values, Behaviors, and Outcomes
Having a sense of purpose as a leader

“Grades are merely a marker of compliance.”

Continue Learning:

Go To John’s Bio on Hilliard’s website: org
Read: Above The Line by Urban Meyer
Follow John on Twitter: @drjcm