The Ordinary Professor

08/27/2026

This is a great episode about social skills and life skills. Watch me coach the podcast host through different situations. . . .

On this episode, we sit down with business psychologist, professor,...

08/27/2026

More tips for back to school to engage your students by structure, repetition and consistency.

08/26/2026

Here’s a framework to use as an educator when you’re prepping to start your classes.

08/26/2026

The way you introduce yourself sets the tone for everything that comes next. 🎥✨

In my classroom, I’m always thinking about how to make learning feel more relevant, engaging, and connected to the world students are actually living in.

That means bringing in social media, experimenting with AI, and teaching students how to use new technology with intention.

When learning feels current, students lean in.

It doesn’t have to be another lecture.
It can feel fresh, practical, and actually worth paying attention to.

And that’s where engagement starts. 📱🧠

08/26/2026

I’m in the process of building the content for my course and I wanted to share what I do in my syllabus for my modules. To help engagement and learning retention, I diversify my content. I use a chapter from a book then find a podcast a TED talk or a video tutorial to help with the Learning retention then I design or add an activity so the experience the topic. Just some ideas to throw into your hat.

08/25/2026

Teacher hack: how to remember Student‘s name!

08/25/2026

How to remember students names or participants names when running a program.

08/25/2026

Here’s some idea for icebreakers.

08/24/2026

How to work on building psychological safety the first day of class and learning your students names.

08/24/2026

Welcome to The Ordinary Professor 👋✨

I’m here to help you navigate the people problems no one really teaches you how to handle: difficult conversations, classroom dynamics, meetings, boundaries, communication, confidence, and everything in between.

Think of this space as your go-to resource for practical social skills and real-world communication tools you can actually use.

I share daily tips, strategies, and scripts to help you communicate better, lead stronger, and handle challenging situations with more confidence.

And I want to hear what you’re dealing with.
Follow along, DM me, or drop your question in the comments. Tell me the situation you’re struggling with, and I’ll create content to help you work through it.

Your people problems are my content. I got you. 💬💡✨