Contagious Culture

#87 | Educator's Edition: The Culture You Create Begins With You

In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King reminds us that every system produces exactly what it’s designed to  including the cultures we lead. Inspired by Sir Kenneth Robinson’s insight, “If you design a system to do something specific, don’t be surprised if it does it,” Kyle explores how our personal habits, mindsets, and beliefs act as the blueprint for the environments we build.
He challenges listeners to examine the systems within themselves,  the patterns of thought, behavior, and reaction that quietly shape their classrooms, teams, and organizations. Through reflection and practical strategy, Kyle reveals how cultural transformation always starts on the inside.
If you want to lead with authenticity, inspire growth, and create lasting change, this episode will help you design the kind of internal culture that naturally multiplies outward.
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#86 | Educator's Edition: Cultivating an Attitude of Achievement

In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King dives into the mindset behind real success. He unpacks the truth that achievement is not just about outcomes,  it’s about the attitude we carry every day. Before goals are reached or results are visible, the seeds of success are planted in how we think, act, and respond to challenges.
Kyle shares how leaders, educators, and individuals can cultivate an internal standard of excellence that fuels achievement from the inside out. He breaks down how to move from chasing validation to building value, and from seeking perfection to embracing growth.
Listeners will discover how to reframe failure as feedback, build internal motivation that outlasts external rewards, and lead with consistency, confidence, and contagious optimism.
This episode is a reminder that achievement is not a destination, it’s a way of showing up. Tune in to learn how to develop an attitude that not only achieves but inspires excellence in everyone around you.
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#85 | A Parent's Guide to Choosing The Best School For Their Child

In this episode of Contagious Culture, Kyle S. King breaks down one of the most important decisions every parent faces: choosing the right school for their child. From culture and curriculum to leadership and community, Kyle helps parents move beyond test scores and marketing slogans to ask the questions that really matter.
You’ll learn how to recognize schools that nurture both excellence and empathy, identify red flags in leadership and culture, and understand how a school’s values shape a child’s sense of belonging and potential. Whether you’re exploring public, private, or charter options, this episode will empower you to choose a school where your child, and your family, can truly thrive.
🎙️ Listen in to discover what makes a school’s culture contagious, for all the right reasons.
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#84 | The Habits We Don’t Teach: Why Schools Don’t Learn Habits of Excellence

Most schools focus on grades, content, and compliance,  but they rarely teach students the habits that actually drive excellence. In this episode, Kyle S. King dives deep into the missing curriculum: note-taking, effective studying, flashcards, attention to detail, and personal accountability.
Drawing from decades of experience as an educator and school leader, Kyle explores why schools fail to cultivate these foundational habits and shares a framework , H.A.B.I.T.  to help students build the skills, discipline, and mindset for lifelong success.
Perfect for educators, leaders, and anyone invested in shaping the next generation of high-achieving, resilient learners.
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#83 | A Lesson From The Table at Davidson College

n this episode, Kyle King takes listeners inside a full day at Davidson College, sharing reflections from conversations with the leadership team, donors, and staff. From formal meetings to casual lunch conversations, Kyle explores the energy, authenticity, and purpose-driven focus that define Davidson’s culture. Through stories of connection, collaboration, and intentional leadership, he highlights how great institutions create environments where people feel seen, valued, and empowered to make an impact.
Listeners will gain insights into relationship-building, mission alignment, and culture creation that go beyond slogans or strategy documents. Kyle also draws lessons for leaders in schools, businesses, and communities, showing how authenticity, thoughtful communication, and shared purpose can transform teams, partnerships, and outcomes. This episode is a deep dive into what it truly means to lead with presence, influence culture, and invite others into a meaningful story.
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#82 | Fundraising Is Storytelling

In this episode, Kyle King explores the art and heart of fundraising, revealing why the best fundraisers don’t ask for money, they invite people into a story. Drawing from his recent experience at Davidson College and decades of leadership work, Kyle shows how authentic relationships, compelling narratives, and gratitude transform giving into meaningful impact.
Listeners will learn practical strategies for connecting donors to purpose, building trust, and creating experiences that inspire generosity. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to lead with story, not just solicit support.
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#81 | Culture Is a Choice, Every Day

In this episode, Kyle King dives into a central principle from Contagious Culture: culture isn’t built by slogans, policies, or strategy documents, it’s shaped by the daily choices we make. Kyle unpacks how micro-behaviors, leadership modeling, and everyday decisions create ripple effects that define an organization’s environment.
Through stories, examples, and practical insights, listeners will learn how to intentionally influence culture, lead with authenticity, and create spaces where teams thrive. Whether you lead a classroom, a company, or a community, this episode shows why you can’t outsource culture, you live it, every single day.
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#80 | The Power of Presence: How to Show Up When It Matters Most

In this episode, Kyle King explores the transformative power of showing up, fully, intentionally, and authentically, when it matters most. From interviews and leadership meetings to critical conversations in both personal and professional life, presence is what sets leaders apart. Kyle shares personal stories and experiences that reveal how energy, focus, and authenticity create lasting impact.
Listeners will learn practical strategies to cultivate presence, strengthen relationships, and make every interaction meaningful. Discover why people don’t remember your résumé, they remember the way you made them feel and why mastering presence can change the course of opportunities, influence, and outcomes in profound ways.
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