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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
Make It Better: Dr. John Patterson on Growth Mindset and Entrepreneurship
What if the future of Christian education isn’t just about better programs—but about a different kind of mindset?
In this episode, Stephen Carter sits down with Dr. John Patterson, Head of School at Brentwood Academy in Nashville, Tennessee, to explore how a Christ-centered growth and entrepreneurial mindset is reshaping life on their 6–12 campus. From daily fitness and Bible classes to capstone projects and advisory groups, Brentwood Academy is intentionally designing a culture where students are challenged, nurtured, and equipped to solve real problems for the good of others.
Dr. Patterson shares why he believes the entrepreneurial mindset is the future of education, how innovation really works in a school with deep traditions, and why relationships—not programs, facilities, or technology—remain the foundation of lasting impact.
If you care about Christian schooling, student formation, and preparing the next generation to think critically and courageously in a rapidly changing world, this conversation will both challenge and encourage you.
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