Chasing Greatness: 26.2 Ways Teaching Is Like Running a Marathon

Whether youre teaching a class or running a race Chasing Greatness is your road to successMikes analogy comparing teaching to running a marathon is spot on. Not only does teaching require great endurance it is something much like running a marathon that you never quite master. Both require dedication sacrifice and perseverance to succeed.--DEAN KARNAZES marathoner and authorRoberts does a wonderful job of weaving together the challenges of teaching and the hard earned lessons that come with running many miles over a long period of time. Youll read this book and be inspired to do more in both your running life and your classroom!--ADAM WELCOME educator marathoner and author Veteran teacher and marathoner brings you strategies to succeed at both challengesAfter twenty years of teaching and more than fifty marathons Mike Roberts is still chasing greatness. Now he shares his experiences while showing you teacher and/or marathoner how to run the most enriching race of your life.Chasing Greatness helps teachers and runners: Commit to excellenceOvercome stressSet goalsPace yourselfFind greatness all around youGet your second windFind balanceDiscover the right toolsOvercome the desire to quitGain wisdomAnd 16.2 more strategies to perform at your bestLearn from the best teachers and runnersA Utah English Teacher of the Year and longtime competitive marathoner Mike Roberts is connected to some internationally-recognized educators and runners. He punctuates each Mile of Chasing Greatness with a teacher/runner profile in which these renowned authorities answer hard questions that bear out the strategies that Roberts shares.Grab Chasing Greatness now and teach and run like never before.