The Instructor

Terry Cook

Holding a mirror up the the driver training industry, to help driving instructors run better and more profitable businesses as well as improving as instructors. I talk with a variety of experts, leaders, innovators and game changers to harness their knowledge and see how we can apply that to our business. If you share the same passion for personal and professional development as me and my guests, then this podcast can help you make the changes you need to become a better instructor and business owner. To accompany the podcast there's also a premium subscription feed: https://www.patreon.com/theinstructor Here you can find weekly bonus shows, excluive discounts to CPD and all the show are early and ad free. The perfect place to start or enhance your CPD as a driving instructor. read less
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Why hands-free phones are just as dangerous as using a handheld phone
4d ago
Why hands-free phones are just as dangerous as using a handheld phone
Professor Gemma Briggs, Head of Discipline and Professor of Applied Cognitive Psychology joins me to discuss distracted driving, particularly using hands-free phones. We also delve into why multitasking isn't a thing, self-enhancement bias, and how to get the message across.You can contact Gemma - gemma.briggs@open.ac.ukReach the Open University hereAccess the online interactive activity on OpenLearn hereSeason 7 of The Instructor Podcast is sponsored by Bright Coaching - A training company for Approved Driving Instructors and Trainers.Sign up for The Instructor Podcast NewsletterFollow The Instructor Podcast WhatsApp channelFor additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each competency, so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie, Client Centred Learning, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and more...The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTube
Why don't ADIs embrace the road safety sector?
Mar 17 2024
Why don't ADIs embrace the road safety sector?
And why doesn't the road safety sector embrace us?It's a fascinating question that I'm hoping to answer on this season of The Instructor Podcast, kicking off today with RoadPeace's Director of Communications, Rebecca Morris, as we discuss:The role of RoadPeaceHow driving instructors can utilise RoadPeace resourcesWhy we shouldn't use the term accident to describe a collisionI'm also joined by Stewart Lochrie for a brief chat as we take a more general look at road safety with driving tuition. I'm delighted to welcome Bright Coaching on board as the sponsor for Season 7. You can find out more about Bright coaching here.  Access RoadPeace resources here.  For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC
Deaf Culture and working with deaf students
Dec 24 2023
Deaf Culture and working with deaf students
Fiona McMeekin shares knowledge and raises awareness about working with deaf learners including:The difficulties deaf students faceBeing asked to take a 'normal' pupil on a Standards CheckConversations with LovedayFiona clearly has a passion for what she does and her enthusiasm is infectious. You can find Fiona on Facebook Check of the One Minute Driving Instructor Tips Podcast here. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC
Six 4 Sixty #3 - The ADI Avengers get a new member!
Dec 17 2023
Six 4 Sixty #3 - The ADI Avengers get a new member!
We're back with the third edition of Six 4 Sixty as I'm joined by my regular team of ADI Avengers: Phil Cowley, Neil Wightman, Lee Spary, Emma Cottington, Chris Bensted, and super substitute Kev Field.They tackle six questions submitted by members of The Instructor Podcast Facebook group.Here are the questions:Today, over 90% of PCS workers voted for strike actions - should they be striking and how can ADIs prepare students.What changes would you make to the UK driving testWhat advice would you give to someone looking to go independentWho on this call would you ask for help, and whyHow do you explain the pull op on the right manoeuvreIf you delivered lessons on Christmas day, how would you make the lesson Christmassy and funYou can find more from the ADI Avengers here:Phil CowleyNeil WightmanLee SparyEmma CottingtonChris BenstedKev FieldFor more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC
"I'm an ADI who had cancer" - James McAleer
Dec 10 2023
"I'm an ADI who had cancer" - James McAleer
James McAleer has a message for driving instructors. He wants us to take better care of ourselves. Jimmy shares his story of how he was sideswiped by a cancer diagnosis, but how lucky he was that some things fell into place to give him the best support possible. He also speaks about the importance of getting symptoms checked out. Driving instructors are in a static environment and are often prone to a lack of exercise. Now is the time to take action. Donate to James' fundraiser hereFor more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC
Teenagers scare the living sh*t out of me
Nov 26 2023
Teenagers scare the living sh*t out of me
If you remember that song, we can be friends!We're talking teenagers this week, and why so many driving instructors are critical of them. Are they lazy? Do they care? Are we making the situation worse?Samantha De Mattos recently qualified as both a teacher, and an accredited coach, and as such she has quite strong opinions on the topic of today's youth. But we also take a look at the difference between coaching and teaching and discuss how driving instructors can find their passion. You can find Sam on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Tik Tok. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC
Short Lesson #24 - It could be having a f*cking spa day
Nov 15 2023
Short Lesson #24 - It could be having a f*cking spa day
I'm back with another Short Lesson - a clip from a previous podcast to give you a bitesize boost of information and inspiration. Today it's Emma Mellor as she explains what she means by wellbeingIt could be a fucking spa day!Listen to the full episode here. You can find Emma's website - https://emmamellor.com/ and on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wellbeingwithoutthewankYou can buy 'The little book of self love' - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09HQBRYK8/For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC
Why coaching and the GDE Matrix is key to road safety
Nov 12 2023
Why coaching and the GDE Matrix is key to road safety
The RAC Foundation's Head of Research, Liz Box joins me to discuss how coaching and the GDE Matrix is key to road safety and an important tool for driving instructors. We also look at why shock tactics don't work, graduated licences, and we here more about CO-Pilot and it's potential for ADIs.Dr Elizabeth Box FCIHTElizabeth has a PhD in Transport Psychology from Cranfield University, where she focused on developing and trialling pre-driver education interventions grounded in behavioural science. Elizabeth is an advisor to several road safety industry and government project boards and is a judge for the Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards. She is also a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation, a technical champion for the organisation as well as a judge for the Institute’s annual Road Safety Award. Elizabeth is an accomplished transport researcher and commissioner with over two decades of experience. She has an excellent track record in influencing and contributing to road safety policy outcomes at the national level. Elizabeth is the Research Director at the RAC Foundation, an independent charity which researches the environmental, mobility, safety and economic issues relating to roads and their users. She is also a Behavioural Science Consultant at Co-Pilot, a start-up which develops evidence-based road safety education.DriveFit resources: https://roadsafetygb.org.uk/drivefit/RAC Foundation Website: www.racfoundation.orgCo-Pilot website: www.co-pilot.orgLinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-box-787b2735/For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedIn