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How are we making key changes to
create and maintain a shared vision
in collaboration with those we
love, serve, and lead?

Allow Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl to guide you and your learning community to unlock the greatest potential of all contributors.

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Preservice Educator, California

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High School Teacher, Pennsylvania

"Lori's new podcast is great! I love the short-time format and the ability to digest after. The pacing is excellent and the clarity is wonderful. Each episode is thought-provoking and provides reflective questions that force me to face harsh realizations about my reality. Lori keeps doing great work!"

Elementary School Principal, California

"Dr. Reichl changed the way I approach my job by giving me tools I use every day. She challenged me to be more thoughtful about every aspect of being a teacher, including designing assessments, recruiting students, ensuring equitable opportunities and representation, developing policies, building culture and identity, and interacting with parents."

High School Teacher, Pennsylvania

"Lori’s course was one of the most impactful for my teaching career. I reflected a lot on my teaching and was highly motivated to start the new year after hearing Lori’s perspective on different topics. Lori has a lot of energy and passion for education which will rub off on you."

Middle School Teacher, New Jersey

"Lori has spent a significant amount of time studying the mental health of teachers in our post-pandemic era. She is a quality sounding board and thought partner and she mentors the current generation of teachers. I highly recommend Lori for leading professional learning.”

Elementary Administrator, California

"Lori is the first person I contact when I need career guidance and insight. Her value is boundless and she has a true passion for helping people grow. Lori is open-minded and practical, but beyond that, she is honest and direct, and her direct approach and determination often provide exactly the motivation I need for that next step."

General Counsel and Director of Administration, Pennsylvania

"I recently saw an AWESOME session by Lori Schwartz Reichl! Her talks ALWAYS force me to reevaluate what I am doing in the classroom!!!"

Elementary School Teacher, South Carolina

"Lori's passion for supporting educators not only resonates in every note she teaches but also in her unwavering commitment to fostering a collaborative and inspiring environment among educators and administrators. She's a true maestra in the art of teamwork and mutual inspiration."

Leadership Consultant, California

"Lori’s 'Making Key Changes' presentations leave attendees inspired and motivated to make positive key changes in their own professional and personal lives."

Intermediate School Teacher, South Dakota

"Lori has a voice that resonates with educators far beyond the music classroom."

Motivational Speaker, Ohio

"Dr. Reichl's session was one of the most amazing and insightful presentations I've ever attended about the importance of representation in the classroom and so much more! Definitely check out Dr. Reichl's work!"

Elementary & Secondary Teacher, Pennsylvania

"Lori has a wealth of ideas that she has thought out and organized intelligently. She brings passion and energy to every session that keeps PD time lively and upbeat. Whether it be learning new ideas and perspectives or re-energizing and reinforcing established concepts, Lori is good for both! Highly recommend."

Fine Arts Administrator, California

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High School Teacher, New Jersey

"The mentorship, coaching, and friendship that Lori has shared with me over the years have been invaluable both personally and professionally. Her creativity and insightfulness inspire me to strive for self-improvement every day!"

Director of Interior Design, Maryland

"Lori’s program has challenged me to provide as many mirrors and windows for my students as possible. I feel more confident as an educator after working with Lori."

Elementary School Teacher, Pennsylvania

"I have enjoyed and found incredibly valuable the training and professional development that Lori Schwartz Reichl has provided through her course. I feel a great sense of renewal, refreshment, and excitement for the coming years."

Middle & High School Teacher, Indiana

"Lori's friendship and mentorship are both priceless and precious to me. Her advice and inspiration have been invaluable to me during professional and personal growth—from novice to seasoned—across multiple states, buildings, and positions. I can't thank Lori enough for the positive influence she's had on my life both inside and out of the workplace."

Middle School Teacher & Community College Adjunct, North Carolina

MEET LORI

  Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl

is the visionary thought leader of Making Key Changes. She is a champion of mentorship and motivation. As an author, educator, and podcaster, she is a sought-after motivational speaker and consultant.

Dr. Reichl’s career began in music education where she learned the importance of a key change — a shift in the tonal center of a piece of music, often used to inject energy or produce significance. She eventually realized the impact of making key changes in all areas of her life. Since transitioning out of one classroom as a public school educator, Dr. Reichl has uniquely created a global classroom for her work. She guides organizations, teams, and individuals to create and maintain a shared vision by making key changes in our communities, companies, classrooms, and careers to unlock our greatest potential in collaboration with those we love, serve, and lead.

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Motivational Speaker

Dr. Reichl is a sought-after speaker. She delivers unique and reflective keynote speeches to inspire appreciation, collaboration, and creativity. In addition to hosting her own weekly podcast appropriately titled Making Key Changes, Dr. Reichl has been interviewed for more than 20 podcasts as a guest speaker.

Learning Facilitator

Personal and professional development are the heart of Dr. Reichl’s work. She has designed and presented hundreds of learning programs in the form of meaningful sessions, webinars, and courses based on her unique experiences. Drawing on her more than 100 authored articles, she utilizes these works as accompanying resources.

Thought Partner

Dr. Reichl meets regularly, both in-person and virtually, with organizations, teams, and individuals to facilitate key changes in their communities, companies, classrooms, and careers. Dr. Reichl listens, questions, guides, and offers actionable key changes.

Conductor & Clinician

Dr. Reichl’s passion for music-making is still evident! Having guest-conducted more than 50 honor bands ranging from elementary to collegiate-level musicians, Dr. Reichl enjoys invitations to conduct, clinic, and adjudicate bands of all ages, levels, and locations. She also maintains a private saxophone studio.

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#TuesdayTips

➡️ Episode 10 - "Yes, I Can!”

🎉 We have reached the 10th episode of the Making Key Changes podcast! Thank you for listening! I have grown a tremendous amount from developing this podcast.

💜 I am thankful to composer and friend JoAnne Harris for creating the original theme music and Calen Wolfskill for editing the podcast with his company Ruby Media. I have also had several friends who have helped with ideas for the design of the cover, listened to draft episodes, or sent feedback to me on content, speaking, or audio improvements. I thank everyone who has guided me.

🎤 I’d love to learn how you may be growing by listening to the podcast! Please share.

✏️ Please consider following the podcast, rating it with 5 stars, writing a review on Apple Podcasts, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, friends, or family – who may benefit from the topics discussed.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website.

💗 Let`s discover how we can grow together by making key changes!

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#TuesdayTips ➡️ Episode 10 - "Yes, I Can!” 🎉 We have reached the 10th episode of the Making Key Changes podcast! Thank you for listening! I have grown a tremendous amount from developing this podcast. 💜 I am thankful to composer and friend JoAnne Harris for creating the original theme music and Calen Wolfskill for editing the podcast with his company Ruby Media. I have also had several friends who have helped with ideas for the design of the cover, listened to draft episodes, or sent feedback to me on content, speaking, or audio improvements. I thank everyone who has guided me. 🎤 I’d love to learn how you may be growing by listening to the podcast! Please share. ✏️ Please consider following the podcast, rating it with 5 stars, writing a review on Apple Podcasts, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, friends, or family – who may benefit from the topics discussed. 🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website. 💗 Let's discover how we can grow together by making key changes! #MakingKeyChanges

#TuesdayTips

➡️ Episode 10 - "Yes, I Can!”

🎉 We have reached the 10th episode of the Making Key Changes podcast! Thank you for listening! I have grown a tremendous amount from developing this podcast.

💜 I am thankful to composer and friend JoAnne Harris for creating the original theme music and Calen Wolfskill for editing the podcast with his company Ruby Media. I have also had several friends who have helped with ideas for the design of the cover, listened to draft episodes, or sent feedback to me on content, speaking, or audio improvements. I thank everyone who has guided me.

🎤 I’d love to learn how you may be growing by listening to the podcast! Please share.

✏️ Please consider following the podcast, rating it with 5 stars, writing a review on Apple Podcasts, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, friends, or family – who may benefit from the topics discussed.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website.

💗 Let`s discover how we can grow together by making key changes!

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#MondayMotivation

“The most important three words you can say to yourself: Yes, I can!” ― Denis Waitley

📸 by Pablo Heimplatz on Unsplash

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#MondayMotivation “The most important three words you can say to yourself: Yes, I can!” ― Denis Waitley 📸 by Pablo Heimplatz on Unsplash #MakingKeyChanges

#MondayMotivation

“The most important three words you can say to yourself: Yes, I can!” ― Denis Waitley

📸 by Pablo Heimplatz on Unsplash

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#WednesdayWisdom

Today’s quote is taken from Episode 9 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 26.

This episode is titled "When In Doubt, Reach Out,” and it offers key changes we can make to reach out again to someone when we are in doubt if our message was received.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website.

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#WednesdayWisdom Today’s quote is taken from Episode 9 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 26. This episode is titled "When In Doubt, Reach Out,” and it offers key changes we can make to reach out again to someone when we are in doubt if our message was received. 🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website. #MakingKeyChanges

#WednesdayWisdom

Today’s quote is taken from Episode 9 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 26.

This episode is titled "When In Doubt, Reach Out,” and it offers key changes we can make to reach out again to someone when we are in doubt if our message was received.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website.

#MakingKeyChanges ...

#TuesdayTips

Episode 9 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners!

➡️ Episode 9 - "When In Doubt, Reach Out”

🎤 Consider how you react when a communication is not returned to you. Discover key changes you can make to reach out again to someone when you are in doubt if your message was received.

✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website.

✏️ Please consider following the podcast, rating it with 5 stars, writing a review on Apple Podcasts, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed.

💗 Let`s discover how we can grow together by making key changes!

#MakingKeyChanges

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#TuesdayTips Episode 9 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners! ➡️ Episode 9 - "When In Doubt, Reach Out” 🎤 Consider how you react when a communication is not returned to you. Discover key changes you can make to reach out again to someone when you are in doubt if your message was received. ✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations. 🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website. ✏️ Please consider following the podcast, rating it with 5 stars, writing a review on Apple Podcasts, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed. 💗 Let's discover how we can grow together by making key changes! #MakingKeyChanges

#TuesdayTips

Episode 9 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners!

➡️ Episode 9 - "When In Doubt, Reach Out”

🎤 Consider how you react when a communication is not returned to you. Discover key changes you can make to reach out again to someone when you are in doubt if your message was received.

✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on the Making Key Changes website.

✏️ Please consider following the podcast, rating it with 5 stars, writing a review on Apple Podcasts, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed.

💗 Let`s discover how we can grow together by making key changes!

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#MondayMotivation

“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” ― George Bernard Shaw

📸 by Andrew Neel on Unsplash

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#MondayMotivation “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” ― George Bernard Shaw 📸 by Andrew Neel on Unsplash #MakingKeyChanges

#MondayMotivation

“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” ― George Bernard Shaw

📸 by Andrew Neel on Unsplash

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#WednesdayWisdom

Today’s quote is taken from Episode 8 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 19. This episode is titled "Expand Your Circle,” and it, along with an accompanying article and this particular quote, was developed in collaboration with Dr. Amy Knopps.

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#WednesdayWisdom Today’s quote is taken from Episode 8 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 19. This episode is titled "Expand Your Circle,” and it, along with an accompanying article and this particular quote, was developed in collaboration with Dr. Amy Knopps. #MakingKeyChanges

#WednesdayWisdom

Today’s quote is taken from Episode 8 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 19. This episode is titled "Expand Your Circle,” and it, along with an accompanying article and this particular quote, was developed in collaboration with Dr. Amy Knopps.

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#TuesdayTips

Episode 8 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners!

➡️ Episode 8 - "Expand Your Circle” – in collaboration with Dr. Amy Knopps (@amknopps)

Consider how you would like to expand your circle to include new people who can offer inspiration to you. Discover key changes you can make to expand your circle to allow for mentorship and motivation to emerge. (Learn how Amy and I did this with one another!)

✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or at the website MakingKeyChanges.com.

✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed.

💗 Let`s discover how we can grow together by making key changes!

#MakingKeyChanges

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#TuesdayTips Episode 8 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners! ➡️ Episode 8 - "Expand Your Circle” – in collaboration with Dr. Amy Knopps (@amknopps) Consider how you would like to expand your circle to include new people who can offer inspiration to you. Discover key changes you can make to expand your circle to allow for mentorship and motivation to emerge. (Learn how Amy and I did this with one another!) ✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations. 🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or at the website MakingKeyChanges.com. ✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed. 💗 Let's discover how we can grow together by making key changes! #MakingKeyChanges

#TuesdayTips

Episode 8 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners!

➡️ Episode 8 - "Expand Your Circle” – in collaboration with Dr. Amy Knopps (@amknopps)

Consider how you would like to expand your circle to include new people who can offer inspiration to you. Discover key changes you can make to expand your circle to allow for mentorship and motivation to emerge. (Learn how Amy and I did this with one another!)

✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or at the website MakingKeyChanges.com.

✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed.

💗 Let`s discover how we can grow together by making key changes!

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#MondayMotivation

“I`ve always known that life is better when you share it. I now realize it gets even sweeter when you expand the circle.” ― Oprah Winfrey

📸 by Vonecia Carswell on Unsplash

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#MondayMotivation “I've always known that life is better when you share it. I now realize it gets even sweeter when you expand the circle.” ― Oprah Winfrey 📸 by Vonecia Carswell on Unsplash #MakingKeyChanges

#MondayMotivation

“I`ve always known that life is better when you share it. I now realize it gets even sweeter when you expand the circle.” ― Oprah Winfrey

📸 by Vonecia Carswell on Unsplash

#MakingKeyChanges ...

#WednesdayWisdom

Today’s quote is taken from Episode 7 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 12. This episode is titled "The Capacity to Collaborate” and it, along with an accompanying article, was developed in collaboration with Sarah Castrillon and Alison Parish to empower teamwork.

🎧 I’d love for you to listen to this episode (or more!) of the podcast and reflect on this meaningful topic. You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on my website.

✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others such as colleagues, family, or friends who may enjoy it or benefit from the topics discussed.

#MakingKeyChanges

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#WednesdayWisdom Today’s quote is taken from Episode 7 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 12. This episode is titled "The Capacity to Collaborate” and it, along with an accompanying article, was developed in collaboration with Sarah Castrillon and Alison Parish to empower teamwork. 🎧 I’d love for you to listen to this episode (or more!) of the podcast and reflect on this meaningful topic. You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on my website. ✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others such as colleagues, family, or friends who may enjoy it or benefit from the topics discussed. #MakingKeyChanges

#WednesdayWisdom

Today’s quote is taken from Episode 7 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 12. This episode is titled "The Capacity to Collaborate” and it, along with an accompanying article, was developed in collaboration with Sarah Castrillon and Alison Parish to empower teamwork.

🎧 I’d love for you to listen to this episode (or more!) of the podcast and reflect on this meaningful topic. You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on my website.

✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others such as colleagues, family, or friends who may enjoy it or benefit from the topics discussed.

#MakingKeyChanges ...

#TuesdayTips

Episode 7 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners!

➡️ Episode 7 - "The Capacity to Collaborate” – in collaboration with Sarah Castrillon and Alison Parish.

✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on my website: https://MakingKeyChanges.com/podcast/

✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed.

💗 Let`s discover how we can grow together by making key changes!

#MakingKeyChanges

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#TuesdayTips Episode 7 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners! ➡️ Episode 7 - "The Capacity to Collaborate” – in collaboration with Sarah Castrillon and Alison Parish. ✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations. 🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on my website: https://MakingKeyChanges.com/podcast/ ✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed. 💗 Let's discover how we can grow together by making key changes! #MakingKeyChanges

#TuesdayTips

Episode 7 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, is ready for listeners!

➡️ Episode 7 - "The Capacity to Collaborate” – in collaboration with Sarah Castrillon and Alison Parish.

✅ This podcast is intended for ANYONE who would like to make key changes in our living or working situations.

🎧 You can listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on my website: https://MakingKeyChanges.com/podcast/

✏️ Please consider subscribing to/following the podcast, rating it, writing a review, and/or sharing it with others – colleagues, family, or friends – who may benefit from the topics discussed.

💗 Let`s discover how we can grow together by making key changes!

#MakingKeyChanges ...

#MondayMotivation

“The biggest challenge of life is to be yourself in a world that is trying to make you like everyone else.” ― Anonymous

📸 by Priyanka Arora on Unsplash

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#MondayMotivation “The biggest challenge of life is to be yourself in a world that is trying to make you like everyone else.” ― Anonymous 📸 by Priyanka Arora on Unsplash #MakingKeyChanges

#MondayMotivation

“The biggest challenge of life is to be yourself in a world that is trying to make you like everyone else.” ― Anonymous

📸 by Priyanka Arora on Unsplash

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#WednesdayWisdom

Today’s quote is taken from Episode 6 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 5. This episode is titled "Navigating Challenges and Defying the Odds” and it shares the experiences of Amy Kraft and Wayne Magee.

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#WednesdayWisdom Today’s quote is taken from Episode 6 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 5. This episode is titled "Navigating Challenges and Defying the Odds” and it shares the experiences of Amy Kraft and Wayne Magee. #MakingKeyChanges

#WednesdayWisdom

Today’s quote is taken from Episode 6 of my podcast, Making Key Changes, which aired on Tuesday, March 5. This episode is titled "Navigating Challenges and Defying the Odds” and it shares the experiences of Amy Kraft and Wayne Magee.

#MakingKeyChanges ...