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Oct 2025
6m 37s

Where Do I Start? They Have 101 Gaps!: E...

ELENA AGUILAR
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When a teacher has 101 gaps to close, where do you start? In this episode, Elena walks you through how to use the Gaps Framework to lead overwhelmed clients toward clarity. You’ll learn how to name challenges with compassion and co-create a focused, realistic path forward. Notable moments: Keep learning: Join the Coach Learning Library and PLC and start y ... Show More
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