Let’s Get Real About Camp Staff Expectations - First Class Counselors #75
First Class Counselors
by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
2d ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/expectations We need to be honest about how hard (and how great) it is to be a camp counselor! Join Oliver Gregan and Matt Wilfrid as they delve into the crucial aspects of starting a career as a camp counselor in part two of their series. The discussion highlights vital tips and expectations for new counselors, focusing on the importance of preparation, safety, and understanding the multifaceted roles at camp. They emphasize the significance of being coachable, co ..read more
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You've Got the Job!...Now What? - First Class Counselors #74
First Class Counselors
by First Class Counselors - from Go Camp Pro
1w ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/got-the-job-now-what Onboarding and Prioritization - What Sets Real First Class Counselors Apart! This episode of First Class Counselors is your guide to rocking the first step of your next summer at camp. Oliver and Matt break down essential skills for new and returning staff, covering everything from nailing the onboarding process to prioritizing your time and staying resilient when things get tough. Key takeaways include: Onboarding like a pro: We'll equip you w ..read more
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Humble Brags and Future Endeavors - First Class Counselors #29
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by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
1w ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/humble-brags-2020 Let’s purposefully reflect on 2020 and prepare for the year ahead. We’re posting this as 2020 comes to a close. If you’re viewing this from the future, congrats, you’re still here! 2020 was a weird year, but COVID certainly didn’t stop the learning, growing and changing that would happen any other year. So for this episode, the last of the year, Oliver and Matt reflect on the 2020 year, look forward to 2021 and talk a little about goal-setting ..read more
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Stories that Shaped Us - First Class Counselors #72
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by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
2M ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/stories Gather ‘round the campfire for these funny, impactful and straight-up bizarre stories! Today is not a topic but a feel. A vibe if you will. We’ve been in camping for some time now and that means we have collected a few stories to share. Not a campfire story but just personal stories of our time as camp people. You might have run into an old camp friend and feel like a moment has never passed. Sometimes you can run into another person who has done camp and c ..read more
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How to (Kindly) Raise Gritty Campers - First Class Counselors #58
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by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
2M ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/how-to-kindly-raise-gritty-campers You don’t have to sacrifice care and support in order to promote grit! Perhaps you have heard of Angela Ducksworth’s book  “Grit: the power of passion and perseverance” Or if you have been in the camp conference circuit awhile and the opportunity to listen to Dr. Deborah Gilboa speak about resilience.  Or maybe you’ve heard of Jimmy Donaldson, or Mr. Beast speak about the subject of grit, it seems to be found in all succ ..read more
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Our Biggest Baddest Blunders - First Class Counselors #57
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by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
2M ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/our-biggest-baddest-blunders It’s not if you’ll make a mistake…it’s when you’ll make one. We all make mistakes, but the best part about making them at camp is that you are in one of the most supportive work environments ever. Making mistakes is how you know that you’ve pushed your comfort zone, so if you’re lucky enough to make a bunch, you’re going to learn a bunch, too! Matt and Oliver share some stories of bad decisions, lapses of judgement, or just plain absent ..read more
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Best Cabin Bonding Ideas - First Class Counselors #42
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by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
2M ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/cabin-bonding-ideas Camp friendships last a lifetime - here’s how to help your campers make them! Counselors know how strong that camp friendships are. But do you remember way back when you were a camper? Do you remember your first camp friend? Chances are, your counselor had a big part in helping you forge that friendship. So now, like all things at camp, it’s time to pay it forward! In this episode, Oliver and Matt discuss their favourite ideas for helping a cabin ..read more
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Top Tips for Working with Kids in a Global Pandemic - First Class Counselors #36
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by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
2M ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/working-with-pandemic-kids A preview of the camper behaviour you’ll see this summer, from some firsthand experience. This episode is for the first summer you are back to in-person programming after/during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Matt and Oliver are here to share their experiences hanging out with kids during the pandemic to give you the inside scoop on what you, as a camp counselor, can expect this summer. Its’ going to be different but we are here to tell you ..read more
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The Avengers Playing Camp Games - with Substantiate - First Class Counselors #35
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by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
2M ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/avengers-camp-games If The Avengers took part in Color Games…who would win? We’re here to answer the big questions. This episode, we team up with William Glasser and the Substantiate Podcast to take our teams of Avengers and put them to the test in some unique Color Games events. Tune in to this episode to hear about some unique events you can add to your camp programs this summer. Part one of this conversation - where we drafted and justified our teams - is over on ..read more
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Supporting New Staff Members - First Class Counselors #34
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by First Class Counsellors - from Go Camp Pro
2M ago
Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us! Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/first-class-counsellors/supporting-new-staff Every year you come back to camp, it becomes less and less about yourself. Here’s how to support the newbies! We have a 2 for 1 episode for you! First up, we bring you an exclusive interview with one of the newest and youngest Executive directors of a YMCA camp in North America - exclusive for you! Tune in to hear about how he went from a counsellor just like you to reaching one of his biggest camp dreams out there. As well, we have a real topic ..read more
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