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Entrepreneurial Mindset for Transformative Education with Stephen Carter
Thinking like an entrepreneur leads to more success in life--growth mindset, grit, redefining failure, and opportunity seeking are core attributes of this way of thinking that leads to radical transformation for ALL learners. This podcast is designed for leaders and educators in K-12 schools who are interested in the transformative power of engaging students with hands-on, innovative experiences that provide practical training for success in life.
Entrepreneurial Mindset for Transformative Education with Stephen Carter
The Courage to Say Yes: Innovation, Risk, and Christ-Centered Leadership with Randy Brunk
In this episode, Stephen Carter sits down with longtime mentor and former Head of School at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, Randy Brunk, to explore what happens when school leaders embrace a culture of yes.
For 18 years, Randy led CHCA through seasons of growth, experimentation, and deep cultural transformation—laying the groundwork for what would become one of the most replicated K–12 entrepreneurship programs in Christian education. Together, they unpack how thoughtful risk-taking, teacher empowerment, and student engagement converge to build thriving, innovative schools rooted in faith.
You’ll hear stories about:
– Launching groundbreaking programs like Personal Responsibility Time (PRT) and the Teacher Innovation Fund
– Why student engagement—not tradition—is the best metric for success
– What heads of school can do right now to foster flourishing and innovation
– How “minimum viable risk” creates space for big ideas to grow
– The power of saying yes—even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed
Whether you’re a head of school, principal, or educator looking to ignite something new in your school, this conversation is packed with real-world wisdom and actionable takeaways.
Connect with Stephen to get started with entrepreneurship at your school by visiting https://www.seedtreegroup.com/ and connect with Randy at https://next-ed.com/