A Slice with 'Dice
A Slice with ’Dice is a weekly podcast exploring leadership, talent development, and the human side of high-performing systems. Drawing on decades of experience in gifted education and public leadership, host Corey Alderdice examines how institutions identify potential, navigate change, and create cultures where people can thrive. Each episode blends thoughtful reflection with practical insight for educators, leaders, and anyone interested in how talent and transformation intersect in real-world settings.
A Slice with 'Dice
What Training with a World Arm Wrestling Champion Taught Me about Failure
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In school, failure is often treated as something to be avoided at all costs. But what if failure is actually the very thing that unlocks growth?
ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice reflects on his recent training journey with former world champion arm wrestler Monster Michael Todd, drawing parallels between strength training and the growth mindset educators seek to instill in students. Along the way, he explores how small, incremental progress matters more than sweeping changes, why failure can be a teacher, and how persistence shapes both physical and academic growth.
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