Looking for effective classroom discipline strategies?

In this episode of The Lead Serve Teach podcast, D. Paul Miller shares practical tips for handling discipline with grace—both before and after issues come up. He talks about building strong relationships, creating class culture contracts, and why these things really matter. He shares the inspiring story of Olympian Bill Schoffenhauer and the teachers who changed his life.

Give it a listen for fresh ideas to build a better classroom and help your students thrive!

This episode breaks down how:

• Good relationships with students make classroom management easier.

• Class culture contracts help everyone stay on the same page.

• Asking the right questions can calm things down during tough moments.

• Discipline is a chance to guide and support, not just correct.

• Being proactive helps students grow and take responsibility.

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Hey teachers, are you struggling with classroom discipline?

Tune in as D. Paul Miller shares how a shift in perspective—and a little empathy—can turn discipline moments into powerful teaching opportunities.

In this episode of The Lead Serve Teach Podcast, you’ll learn why stepping back, asking the right questions, and seeing the bigger picture can transform both your students and your classroom.

Don’t miss these real-world insights you can apply today!

In this episode:

• Zoom out – See the big picture.

• Stay curious – Ask, don’t assume.

• Don’t take it personal – Their behavior ≠ your worth.

• Teach in tough moments – Discipline is a lesson.

• Lead with grace – Growth > punishment.

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How do great teachers really handle disruptive students?

In this episode of The Lead Serve Teach, D.Paul Miller shares fun, real-world strategies to turn classroom chaos into connection. Learn how serving first and leading with calm can flip discipline into powerful moments of growth—for you and your students. If you’re ready to rethink the way you handle disruptions, this episode is a must-listen!

In this episode:

• Build strong relationships, especially with disruptive students.

• Turn discipline into moments of care and leadership.

• Lead with connection to help students feel valued.

• Replace competition with understanding and engagement.

• “Serve first, teach second” creates a calmer classroom.

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Ever feel stuck when it comes to classroom discipline? You're not alone. In this episode of The Lead Serve Teach, D.Paul Miller shares a real story from his own classroom and breaks down how discipline doesn’t have to be about control—it can actually build stronger relationships. If you're tired of the same old punishment cycle, this one’s for you. It’s all about staying calm, asking better questions, and leading with empathy.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why discipline isn’t just about keeping order—it’s a chance to build trust and lead.

• How staying calm (not controlling) can actually fix more problems.

• The power of focusing on student choices, not their character.

• Simple questions that help students figure out why they act—and how to choose better next time.

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Struggling to make your teacher goals stick? In this episode of The Lead Serve Teach, D. Paul Miller explores why most goals fail—and how to set ones that actually work. With lessons from Brian Tracy and real stories from his time as a principal, he shares simple, powerful strategies to help educators reduce burnout and stay aligned with their purpose.

In this episode:

• Focus on meaningful goals to avoid burnout and overwhelm

• Be clear and specific with timelines for better results

• Break goals into small, doable steps to stay on track

• Celebrate small wins to stay motivated

• Set goals that align with your purpose for lasting fulfillment

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Are you ready to reframe your setbacks? Discover why embracing failure is essential for growth in both education and life.

In this episode of The Lead Serve Teach, host D. Paul Miller dives into the power of failure—not as a defeat, but as feedback for growth. Through personal stories and teaching experiences, Miller reveals how adopting a growth mindset and celebrating effort over perfection can transform classrooms and lives. Whether you're an educator or lifelong learner, this episode invites you to see failure as a stepping stone, not a stop sign.

In this episode:

• Failure is part of the journey to success.

• Use failure as feedback to grow.

• Teachers should model resilience and embrace mistakes.

• Celebrate effort and growth, not just results.

• Focus on progress, not perfection.

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In this episode of The Lead Serve Teach podcast, host D. Paul Miller dives into intuitive leadership in education and the balancing act between data-driven decision-making and trusting one's instincts within educational environments. He discusses a critical confrontation with a student, highlighting how he leaned on his gut instinct to navigate the situation effectively.

Gut instincts and intuition can serve as core advantages in life, especially for educators and leaders facing tough decisions and trusting one's instincts is not about abandoning logic or data, but rather about integrating them with personal experiences and intrinsic values to enhance teaching effectiveness.

• Trusting your gut can lead to better decision-making outcomes, complementing data-driven approaches in educational settings.

• Intuition often aligns with personal values and long-term goals, guiding educators through high-stakes or uncertain situations.

• Recognizing and listening to your inner voice can distinguish exceptional teaching from mediocre instruction.

• Avoiding overthinking and analysis paralysis can enable more decisive and effective actions in the classroom.

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In this episode of the Lead Serve Teach podcast, host D. Paul Miller shines a light on empowering educators through transformative habits and routines. He emphasizes not only the importance of challenging students but also the significance of educators setting stretch goals for themselves to foster personal and professional growth.

D. Paul Miller discusses the difference between routines—habitual practices simplifying life—and habits, intentional choices fostering growth and pushing boundaries and explains how consistent small actions pave the way for significant outcomes. Additionally, this episode stresses the importance of balancing life and maintaining self-care routines to avoid burnout, a pressing issue among educators today.

Tips in this episode:

• Teachers should set personal stretch goals alongside those for students to inspire self-growth and enhance teaching impact.

• Distinctly, routines streamline daily efficiency while habits challenge personal limits and drive growth.

• Incremental, everyday actions can lead to substantial long-term outcomes and success.

• Starting classes with meaningful life lessons can set a positive tone, making teaching more impactful.

• Prioritizing self-care is vital for sustaining energy and enthusiasm in teaching, preventing burnout, and improving overall effectiveness.

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