

The Instructor
Terry Cook
Holding a mirror up the the driver training industry, to help driving instructors run better and more profitable businesses as well as improving as instructors.
I talk with a variety of experts, leaders, innovators and game changers to harness their knowledge and see how we can apply that to our business. If you share the same passion for personal and professional development as me and my guests, then this podcast can help you make the changes you need to become a better instructor and business owner.
To accompany the podcast there's also a premium subscription feed:
https://www.patreon.com/theinstructor
Here you can find weekly bonus shows, excluive discounts to CPD and all the show are early and ad free. The perfect place to start or enhance your CPD as a driving instructor.
I talk with a variety of experts, leaders, innovators and game changers to harness their knowledge and see how we can apply that to our business. If you share the same passion for personal and professional development as me and my guests, then this podcast can help you make the changes you need to become a better instructor and business owner.
To accompany the podcast there's also a premium subscription feed:
https://www.patreon.com/theinstructor
Here you can find weekly bonus shows, excluive discounts to CPD and all the show are early and ad free. The perfect place to start or enhance your CPD as a driving instructor.
Episodes
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Jul 31, 2023 • 1h 23min
Green Room #31 - Gas first? The most important debate in the industry
Sign up for The Instructor NewsletterShould we be setting the gas first, or finding the biting point?It was a comment made in jest on this edition of the Green Room, but it soon sparked into a fun debate, proving the point that if you ask a question to four instructors, you'll get four different answers!We also tackled:Loveday blames everything except the DVSAThe problem with certain driving schools on social media, and how can we fix itMore Meginar detailsI was joined on the episode by regular guest Chris Bensted, and Premium members Phil Cowley and Stewart Lochrie.For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jul 19, 2023 • 26min
Backstage Pass - What's changing for The Instructor Podcast and Premium?
This episode was originally recorded for my Premium membership, but as it's relevant to what's happening to the podcast, I'm sharing it publicly. Want to know about the upcoming changes to The Instructor Podcast and what's new for The Instructor Premium?You're in the right place. Tune in to find out:The 3 new Premium shows starting this yearThe new structure for The Instructor PodcastNew information on the MeginarAnd, as mentioned in the show, here are the dates for the upcoming Expert Sessions:17th August - Neil Wightman: Safeguarding14th September - Ray Seagrave: Building rapport17th October - Phil Cowley: Questioning techniques13th December - Neil Smith: Website creationFor more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jun 30, 2023 • 1h 12min
The Green Room #30 - What next?
The Driving Instructor & Trainers Collective's Chris Bested joins me, along with a handful of Premium members as we dive into the latest news including:Big Learner Relay registrationMock TestsThe MeginarThen we reflect back on the last 2 years and discuss what impact The Instructor Podcast has made and shout out some of our favorite guests. Links mentioned in the show:BLR registration DVSA mock tests report Soundbox Survey For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jun 28, 2023 • 1h 48min
Season 5 - The Best Bits
17% of the best bits from season 5 are in this episode. For the full 100% you'll have to check out each show individually.But enjoy this collection...For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jun 25, 2023 • 1h
Is now the time for driving instructors to work harder?
Dan Meredith joins me to look at whether now is the time for driving instructors to be working harder. Should we be making the most of the current climate of long driving test waiting lists and a large number of people wanting driving lessons?You can find all of Dan's stuff right here.I'd highly recommend his book and planner as an excellent resource for driving instructors. (I use both.)For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jun 22, 2023 • 5min
Short Lesson #23 - What health problems sitting down all day can cause, and how we can fix it
Sign up for The Instructor NewsletterRichard Morley is an international-level Tai Chi instructor, a breath work specialist, a mediation guru, and all round great guy!Back in October of 2021, Rich joined me on the podcast to talk about the posture problem and how we can solve it. Find Rich here. Listen to the full episode here. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jun 18, 2023 • 1h 20min
Drug driving, Online Training, and ADAS with the IMTD
Sign up for The Instructor NewsletterI was recently invited to an Institute of Master Tutors of Driving meeting and was also given the opportunity to record the 3 speakers, especially for the podcast. The Speakers in order of appearance on the episode:Paul Mountford - Engage Professor David Crundall ADAS And you can find out more about the IMTD here. For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jun 15, 2023 • 9min
Short Lesson #22 - Why is video so important
Sign up for The Instructor NewsletterA short lesson from my discussion with Peter Garbacz on why video is so important and why now is the perfect time to be creating it. Listen to the full episode here. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jun 11, 2023 • 60min
Six Standards Check Questions, Six Trainers, and Sixty Seconds
Sign up for The Instructor NewsletterSix trainers.Six questions.Sixty seconds each.I'm joined by the awesome Phil Cowley, Lee Spary, Emma Cottington, Bob Morton, Neil Wightman, and Chris Bentsed in this Standards Check special as I throw six questions at them, with the theme being the Standards Check.For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Jun 8, 2023 • 7min
Short Lesson #21 - An industry with delusions of grandeur?
October 2021 saw Lou Walsh make her first appearance on the Instructor Podcast. In this short lesson, Lou muses over the importance of driving instructors. Check out the full episode. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC