Thoughts & Rants of a Behavior Scientist

Dr. Paul "Paulie" Gavoni

In the Thoughts & Rants of a Behavior Scientist Show, Dr. Paul “Paulie” Gavoni takes a look at common issues or phenomena in our personal and professional lives, give you his thoughts, sometimes rant about it, and provides you with practical solutions rooted in the science of humanbehavior. Sponsored by the Opioid Awareness Foundation whose mission mission is to unify influencers and exercise their platforms as a means of promoting international awareness of opioid usage and associated issues to bring attention to the dangers and risks of opioid misuse and abuse. If you’d like to join the battle, please go to opioidawarenessfoundation.org and donate today.
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The Shame of American Education and the Approach for Accelerating Student Achievement from 2 to 8 times Faster
5d ago
The Shame of American Education and the Approach for Accelerating Student Achievement from 2 to 8 times Faster
Did you know there is an instructional approach that can accelerate student learning from 2 to 8 times faster than current instructional approaches?  Check out this episode to learn more about the largest research that was ever conducted in education to find out what this approach is, and why it's not being used everywhere.  Below are some links related to the content discussed in this episode.The Shame of American EducationProject Follow ThroughMorningside AcademyCABAS Be sure to subscribe to Dr. Paulie's Heart & Science YouTube channel for a variety of contenet related to behavior science and bringing out the best in yourself and others.
The Shame of American Education and the Approach for Accelerating Student Achievement from 2 to 8 times Faster
5d ago
The Shame of American Education and the Approach for Accelerating Student Achievement from 2 to 8 times Faster
Did you know there is an instructional approach that can accelerate student learning from 2 to 8 times faster than current instructional approaches?  Check out this episode to learn more about the largest research that was ever conducted in education to find out what this approach is, and why it's not being used everywhere.  Below are some links related to the content discussed in this episode.The Shame of American EducationProject Follow ThroughMorningside AcademyCABAS Be sure to subscribe to Dr. Paulie's Heart & Science YouTube channel for a variety of contenet related to behavior science and bringing out the best in yourself and others.
The Tone of your Texts & Emails - Is it Hurting or Helping? What You NEED to Know
Aug 6 2022
The Tone of your Texts & Emails - Is it Hurting or Helping? What You NEED to Know
Communication is very complex. Even the slightest change in tone, volume, or cadence  can alter the communicative intent as experienced by the listener.   In this episode I discuss what you should be aware of, and what you can do instead.  Be sure to subscribe to Dr. Paulie's Heart & Science YouTube channel for a variety of contenet related to behavior science and bringing out the best in yourself and others.
Overcoming Internal Obstacles like Fear & Anxiety
Jul 29 2022
Overcoming Internal Obstacles like Fear & Anxiety
Struggling with internal obstacles like fear and anxiety?  Well, you aren't alone.  Unfortunately, most of us have not been properly equipped with the tools for overcoming these obstacles.  This leads us to engage in behaviors that actually make things worse.  Check out this episode for practical tips rooted in behavior science for overcoming obstacles, living a more valued life, and achieving value driven goals.  Be sure to subscribe to Dr. Paulie's Heart & Science YouTube channel for a variety of contenet related to behavior science and bringing out the best in yourself and others.
The Amazing Power of Questioning as a Motivational Tool
Jul 23 2022
The Amazing Power of Questioning as a Motivational Tool
There are lots of well meaning people who give instructions and advice as a means of helping people; unfortunately their "telling" behavior falls far short of the desired result.  Why is this?  Because their "telling" behavior, regardless of how it is delivered, can actually be de-motivating and lead to a number of other issues. If you've already subscribed to this podcast, be sure to subscribe to my Heart & Science YouTube Channel for more content grounded in the science of human behavior for better helping yourself and others!If you want to join the fight against Opioid and drug addiction, go to opioidawarenessfoundation.com and donate today. Be sure to subscribe to Dr. Paulie's Heart & Science YouTube channel for a variety of contenet related to behavior science and bringing out the best in yourself and others.
Positional Authority Ain't Leadership: A Good Job Title Doesn't Equate to Good Leadership
Jul 16 2022
Positional Authority Ain't Leadership: A Good Job Title Doesn't Equate to Good Leadership
If you are tired of people in leadership positions engaging in behaviors that leave you frustrated, downtrodden, and otherwise make you want to leave your current position, then this episode is definitely for you.  And if you are in a leadership position and struggling with retention, this episode also might be for you, too! Be sure to subscribe to Dr. Paulie's Heart & Science YouTube channel for a variety of contenet related to behavior science and bringing out the best in yourself and others.