Better Conversation--Reflections by Robert Proffit https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2 With whom do want to have better conversations? What are your hopes for that relationship? What will you use from what you are learning? en-us 2017-02-02 17:39:06 UTC 2026-02-25 07:28:08 UTC hello@padlet.com I want to have better conversation with my teen daughter. I hope for an open, safe, trust relationship that she can share more of her thoughts and ask for advice when she needed. I will use 10 habits, 7 norms I learned in this class. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596107640 2021-06-09 15:36:23 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596107640 Better Conversations https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596107856 * I want to have better conversations with just about everyone I come into contact with!

*I hope that better conversations will help me understand the other persons POV and if needed will allow me to be a resource.  In my professional life I hope that the relationships I build will impact others positively in their work and life.

*I am learning that being a knower is not quite as important as being a listener/supporter/resource.]]> 2021-06-09 15:36:28 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596107856 I want to have better conversations with my principal and LC about my goals for this upcoming year and the support I need. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596107971 2021-06-09 15:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596107971 My Learning Coach https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108206 I'd like to have better conversations with my Learning Coach. 
I am hoping we can build a more trusting, collaborative relationship and break down some of the barriers that are preventing us from having a more open dialogue.
I will use some of the habits from "Better Conversations" Book, specifically: #7 Finding Common Ground, #8  Controlling Toxic Emotions, #9 Redirecting Toxic Conversations and #10 Building Trust.

]]> 2021-06-09 15:36:34 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108206 My content team https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108532 I hope to create a better coaching environment with our team. I feel like these conversations will help our new and veteran teachers.]]> 2021-06-09 15:36:40 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108532 I want to have better conversations with my children to continue to build relationships as they are becoming more independent young adults. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108908 I will use the 3 questions and more open-ended questions. 

]]> 2021-06-09 15:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108908 https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108928 I want to have better conversations with one of the new teachers at my school. She will be teaching first grade and is an EYE 1. I hope to build a relationship that brings her confidence and uplifts us both. I think asking better questions and listening fully is the key to starting to have better conversations.]]> 2021-06-09 15:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108928 As a new learning coach at a school I haven't taught at before I am hoping to have better conversations with all of the staff. I want to build a relationship with each teacher and gain their trust so they feel comfortable coming to me for coaching and with questions. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108957 2021-06-09 15:36:49 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108957 https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108982 I want to have better conversations with my son and a new member of my team. My hopes for my son is to keep him from shutting down when we talk to him about our expectations. My hopes for my new team member is to build a better relationship. I think I will use dialogue, listening with emphathy and judge.

]]> 2021-06-09 15:36:49 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596108982 https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109113 I want to have my better conversations with my team.I hope I could build a close team relationship and I will use what I am learning from this class.]]> 2021-06-09 15:36:53 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109113 https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109208 I want to have better conversations with my teachers so that they view me as a credible source of information and help.  I want to be able to help them see their reality and to empower them to embrace change.

I also want to have better conversations with my leadership team so that we can have open conversations about issues/problems/concerns/curriculum the classrooms that they don't always see, because they are not there often, but that are a frustration for teachers 

]]> 2021-06-09 15:36:54 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109208 I want to have better conversations with my husband, kids, and co-workers. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109338 2021-06-09 15:36:57 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109338 Teachers in my school and also in my personal life https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109495 2021-06-09 15:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109495 https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109676 I would like to have better conversations with my daughter.  I hope to help both of us be able to have less toxic emotions but listen more and ask better questions so that she feels loved, validated, and heard.]]> 2021-06-09 15:37:05 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109676 I want to have better conversations with the CDA's that I work with, plus everyone else in the classroom. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109818 2021-06-09 15:37:08 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596109818 Two-Fold https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596110441 I am hoping to use the things I'm learning to have better convos with my 20-year old who struggles with mental health and with disgruntled teachers who may be unhappy with students who hijack classes or who struggle with behaviors due to lack of ability. I can use the 10 habits to formulate more helpful conversations. I hope this will improve our abilities to problem solve and lead us in positive directions. ]]> 2021-06-09 15:37:18 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596110441 My daughter and my Department https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596110504 I hope she will be able to work through a bad relationship before it's too late. 
I hope that as a department, we will be able to collaborate and improve our student learning.  

I will use the communication skills, focusing on listening empathetically and asking specific probing questions. ]]> 2021-06-09 15:37:20 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596110504 I am going to a new team and I want to start off on the right foot. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596110662 I will use the norms of collaboration,

]]> 2021-06-09 15:37:24 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596110662 I will be at a new school and most of the staff will be new to the school as well. I would like to have better conversations with my new co-workers and build genuine relationships with them. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596110721 2021-06-09 15:37:25 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596110721 I want to have better conversations with my son-in-law. I'm hoping to avoid the toxic conversations/negative comments he brings up. He has a spirit of debate and I don't care for that as it seems like arguing at times. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596111926 2021-06-09 15:37:48 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596111926 I am hoping that the relationship will grow into trust so that there can be better student outcome for those on IEP's. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596113163 I really want to understand the 7 norms of collaboration, the habits and beliefs of better conversations.]]> 2021-06-09 15:38:12 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596113163 https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596113642 My hopes for my relationship with my husband is that we won't fight as much.
My hopes for my relationships with my kids is that they know I love them. My hopes for my relationship with my co-w]]> 2021-06-09 15:38:22 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596113642 teryl_davis https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596114501 I want to have better conversations with new and existing colleagues in collaborating to be a more effective partnership.]]> 2021-06-09 15:38:40 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596114501 https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596118460 I want to have better conversations with my students. I want them to have more opportunities to share who they are with me and with each other. I plan to start the year off with lots of opportunities for us to connect and build relationships. I feel like once students feel safe and heard in my classroom, the stage will be better set for effective learning to take place. I will use what I learn about my students to inform my future instruction. I want to focus my lessons on their passions and interests whenever possible. 

]]> 2021-06-09 15:40:04 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596118460 I want to have better conversations with my 19 year old son. I want to be better at listening to his needs and help him to make better decisions https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596118498 2021-06-09 15:40:05 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596118498 Husband, Kids, Co-Workers https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596118516 Husband-Goal-Fight less
Kids-Goal-I love them
Co-Workers-Goal-I care about them.

I will use the norm of paying attention for now and probably change as I learn more.

]]> 2021-06-09 15:40:05 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596118516 Daughter https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596119912 We are total opposites and seem to clash. I feel I must use a different tone or body language when with her because she is defensive and snaps back very quickly.]]> 2021-06-09 15:40:34 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596119912 I want to have better conversations with my son-in -law. I hope to avoid the toxic conversations that come up with his spirit of debate. I feel like it is arguing and negative. I will practice redirecting the conversation when it starts to become toxic. I will pay attention for words that are toxic or trigger toxicity. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596120518 2021-06-09 15:40:47 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596120518 I want to have better conversations with my new team. I want to start the new year on a positive note. I want to use the 7 norms of collaboration, specifically pausing, and probing for specificity. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596122194 2021-06-09 15:41:24 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596122194 Family https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596132196 I would like to have better conversations with my husband and son. With my husband I hope to have more open conversations and better connection. With my son, I would like to make sure he knows that I see him and am there for him.]]> 2021-06-09 15:44:49 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1596132196 I want to have better conversations with both my family and the teachers at my new school. I want to have strong, caring relationships with both groups. I am going to try and try and listen more carefully and ask probing questions so that I understand their messages/needs. https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647826881 2021-07-13 15:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647826881 https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647827766 I want to have better conversations with the teachers at my school. I want my role as learning coach to come across as helpful and for staff to trust me and come to me with problems or issues. I will use listening skills and follow through to help foster these relationships. ]]> 2021-07-13 15:24:32 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647827766 Son natalielbergquist https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647827993 I want to have better conversations with my youngest son and help him feel he is loved and heard.  

]]> 2021-07-13 15:24:46 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647827993 Family https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647828236 I want to have better conversations with my family to not have everyone get so frustrated all the time. I can use a lot of the information from Better Conversations to help myself be more clear and calm about what I'm trying to get across.]]> 2021-07-13 15:24:57 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647828236 Spouse https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647828290 I want to have better conversations that do not become defensive. I want to be aware of tone and body language and clearer language. Paraphrasing and asking if I heard things correctly could help with that. ]]> 2021-07-13 15:25:00 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_proffit/h90u1j3girz2/wish/1647828290