The Instructor

Terry Cook
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Sep 15, 2024 • 1h 6min

In Conversation with... Laura Morris - Part One: Interrogation

All epsiodes of Season 8 droppped on the same day, with no prior promotion, and all with same guest?Obvs. Laura Morris is the debut guest on my 'In Converstaion with...' season and in this first episode, Laura turned the tables and decided to interrogate Terry!Season 8 of The Instructor Podcast is sponsored by Bright Coaching - A training company for Approved Driving Instructors and Trainers.Thank you to Laura Morris for being the first guest on 'In Conversation With...'You can find GoGreen here, and join Lou's PDI group here.Sign up for The Instructor Podcast NewsletterFollow The Instructor Podcast WhatsApp channelTo become an even more awesome driving instructor, be sure to check out our Premium subscription here you'll find some of the best training and trainers in the industry, including:Deep dives into coaching, The Standards Check, Mindfulness, and moreExclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, Emma Cottington, Ray Seagrave, and Tom StensonLive 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie, Client Centred Learning, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and more...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:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTube
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Sep 5, 2024 • 1h 2min

MyDanTime #1 - Use market forces to dictate your prices, not emotion

Watch the video version here.This first episode of MyDanTime is available for everyone to watch/listen in its entirety.If you're not a member of The Instructor Premium, sign up for a week's trial - for free!Dan Hill has been working in the ADI world for 10 years, is the founder of My Drive Time, the business lead at the ADINJC, and a reasonable human being.He's also written hundreds of blogs for Intelligent Instructor, and we're going to be bringing those blogs to life in this new series, kicking off with setting using market forces to dictate your prices, not emotion.Sign up for MyDriveTime 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
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Aug 31, 2024 • 1h 45min

The Green Room #42 - Listener Questions, and Terry & Chris finally get held to account

The Green Room returns for another triumphant episode as we tackle you questions, including:Controlling the controllableDo longer waiting times really matterAre the test cancellation apps the work of the devilPlus we're joined by special guest Susan Bates who holds us to account.For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's 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. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.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:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC
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Aug 22, 2024 • 57min

Who do the ADINJC represent?

We’re kicking off the first in a collection of episodes where I find out more about the associations – both the national and local variety. Today I'm joined the President of the Approved Driving Instructor National Joint Council, Lynne Barrie.Lynne speaks openly about who the ADINJC actually represents, what it is they do, and we dive into the current testing crisis including if and how they challenge the DVSA. Plus there’s some very exciting news around the NJC joining the PACTS – The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety.  I’m really looking forward to talking to associations all across the UK – so if you’re part of an association and would like to feature in this collection, then please reach out and get in touch.Find out more about the ADINJC hereRead the PACTS road safety Manifesto hereFor 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
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Aug 15, 2024 • 7min

Short Lessons #30 - The relationship with the DVSA

Welcome to The Instructor Podcast Short Lessons – in these bite-sized episodes I dive back into the archives and pull out a nugget of information or inspiration to get you thinking –  today we’re heading back to March 2022 as I'm joined by Lynne Barrie of the ADINJC, Peter Harvey from MSA and Carley Brookfield of the DIA – in this clip, we’re discussing the relationship that the associations (collectively known as NASP) have with the DVSA.  Listen to the full show 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
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Aug 8, 2024 • 11min

Short Lessons #29 - The Problem with Paper

Welcome to The Instructor Podcast Short Lessons – in these bite-sized episodes I dive back into the archives and pull out a nugget of information or inspiration to get you thinking –  today we’re heading back to March 2022 as I'm joined by the founders of GoRoadie and MyDriveTime, respectively, Michael Carr and Dan Hill – in this clip we’re comparing the use of paper diaries to diary management apps.  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
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Jul 31, 2024 • 1h 31min

Green Room #41 - The lowest pass rate since 2007

The Green Room returns!Chris Bensted joins me to look at all the latest news including what we're hoping from the new government, and why part one scores are so poor.We also take a look at the expertise within our industry with the caveat "No offence intended towards anyone" used approximately 17 times!We share the upcoming events across August and September and finish with some nice positive shout outs.It's good to be back.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
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Jul 25, 2024 • 9min

Short Lesson #28 - Safeguarding and the importance of professionalism

Welcome to The Instructor Podcast Short Lessons – in these bite sized episodes I dive back into the archives and pull out a nugget of information or inspiration to get you thinking –  today we’re heading back to March 2022 where Kath Knibbs was talking about safeguarding and the importance of being professional.Listen to the full episode hereFor 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
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Jul 18, 2024 • 3h 19min

Meginar #2

We're back with a very special bonus episode - The Instructor Meginar #2!9 speakers delivering 20 minute presentations, to help you become a better driving instructor. 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
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May 31, 2024 • 1h 26min

The Green Room #40 - It's more than just CPD...

It's the big 40 for The Green Room!!Regular co-host Chris Bensted joins me to discuss all the news and goings on from within our driving instructor world, with a particular focus on some events over the last month. We finish up with a discussion about CPD.Topics include:National service - will it impact driving lessons?Graduated Driving LicencesWhere to start with road safetyThe RoadPeace challenge - the final mileADINJC/Intelligent Instructor ConventionThe DVSA apologiseUpcoming changes to the driving testYoung Driver Focus - Where's the value?Why we need to cover the higher levels of the GDEOlly Tayler defends ADIsThe ADI WalkBackUpcoming events in June and JulyWhat is CPDShould the DVSA regulate CPDCPD is like going to the gymFor 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

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