Details
Pages
72 Pages
Resource Type
Lesson Plans, Organizers, Worksheets
Standard
CASEL Social Emotional Learning Competencies, Common Core English Language Arts Standards
Grade
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Languages
English
Product
Digital
Description
NOW Available for High School Business, ELA, and CTE Teachers! A curriculum where students will learn…
HOW TO BE A BOSS…
Taking them From Students to Business Owners in 10 Lessons
A quick message on how this curriculum came about:
I looked around the classroom. Based on the students' body language, a blaring red flag went up for me.
Some students were using their desks as pillows. The few students strong enough to keep their head up wore frowns or blank expressions drained of life, staring into space.
What were they thinking should happen during instructional time?
I couldn't move on with the lesson. I needed to know.
I halted the instruction to ask, 'What's the problem? What do you not learn in school that you desperately wish you did?" Their answers caused me to ask the same question to every class since. Year after year, the replies have been the same.
I'm grateful I asked that question that day because it sparked a year-long effort to write curricula that would truly address their needs.
Their answer to my question?
Wait. Let me tell you...before they even answered…
Heads sprung up, frowns turned to genuine smiles, and life flooded back into their blank stares.
Sliding to the edge of their seats, they said in ONE voice, 'We want to learn real-world stuff, Mister…You know, like practical things we can use when we leave here. Important stuff like how to pay your taxes, how you get credit, or how to start a business."
After hearing their insightful ideas and feelings, inside I leaped with joy! I knew I had to do something. So I did.
Soon after, I sat down at my study table and talked to Gary, the co-author of 'How to Be a Boss," determined to create something powerful - a unit that would inspire and transform.
This unit will engage students in a way that other units simply can't.
It will transform students into business-minded thinkers who see their education as valuable for everyday life.
They will engage in ways that many aren't being engaged now - because students crave information they can use the moment they step foot off campus " in the 'real world."
If you want your students to learn life-changing, practical information related to business, keep reading to discover more about this curriculum, 'How to Be a Boss," has in store for you and your students.
What's in store for Teachers?
Teach Business Without the Headache
'How to Be a Boss" blends business concepts with ELA and CTE standards, so you can teach real-world business skills while checking off those literacy requirements. Even if you're not a business expert, these lessons make it easy to introduce practical, hands-on ideas. Students get the best of both worlds - exciting lessons that still hit the standards.
No More Sunday Night Scrambles
Everything's done for you - lesson plans, templates, rubrics, and even 5-10 minute explainer videos. You get to skip the stress of last-minute planning and jump straight into teaching. Your time is freed up to connect with your students while knowing all the heavy lifting's already been done.
It's What Students Actually Care About
'How to Be a Boss" speaks their language - logo design, company research, pitching ideas. It's packed with skills they can use right now. You'll see engagement skyrocket when they realize you're teaching them something they can walk out the door and apply today.
Every Student's Engaged, Every Day
With 'How to Be a Boss," you're not just talking at them - you're getting every type of learner involved. There's something for everyone: hands-on projects, real-world challenges, and deeper analysis. You'll see a more vibrant, energized classroom, where even your toughest-to-reach students are engaged.
Building Skills That Go Beyond the Classroom
The curriculum doesn't just teach business - it builds their character. The lessons are aligned with T-SEL standards, so while they're learning about branding and marketing, they're also building resilience, collaboration, and decision-making skills. It's not just a business class - it's a life skills class.
What do people say who use the curriculum we've written?
Carter's curriculum showed exceptional quality and innovation. - Jeff Quan, RPHD
Carter's gift was truly remarkable in his ability to engage every student in the learning process. - Pam Canlas, Teacher
What's in store for Students?
Learn Business Skills You Can Actually Use
'How to Be a Boss" isn't just another class. It's the class that teaches you how to create products, build brands, and pitch your ideas. You'll walk away with skills you can use in the real world, whether you're starting a business or navigating life after school.
Get Your Hands Dirty with Real Projects
Forget sitting in class, taking notes all day. In 'How to Be a Boss," you're doing - creating logos, designing products, pitching ideas. You'll be out of your seat, working with your peers, and tackling real-world business tasks. Learning is active, exciting, and relevant to your life.
No More Boring Lessons
Ever sat in class wondering, 'When will I ever use this?" Not here. You'll dive into tasks that actually matter - like researching companies, creating marketing plans, and delivering pitches. What you learn here, you can take with you the moment you walk out of the classroom.
Guided Support, Every Step of the Way
No need to guess what's expected. 'How to Be a Boss" gives you step-by-step guides, examples, and templates, so you know exactly what success looks like and how to get there. You'll feel more confident taking on the tasks, knowing you're set up to win.
Ready to watch your students get fired up with real-world skills? 'How to Be a Boss" has what you need to make your lessons relevant and engaging, so your students leave with skills they can use in life, not just in the classroom.
And here's the best part: if your students aren't more engaged and excited about learning within the first few weeks, I'll personally help you tweak and tailor the curriculum to fit your classroom's needs. You're not in this alone - I'm committed to your success as much as your students are.
If you're still not satisfied for any reason, we will kindly and courteously give you your money back within 60 days of the purchase.
What else do people say who use the curriculum we've written?
Carter's instructional design was well organized and engaging. My students enjoyed and learned much from his lessons. It made teaching exciting for me. - Bryan Burton, Professor
Carter's skills in instructional design produce positive results in classrooms and programs district-wide. - Lionel Gonzalez, School Counselor
Contact me here or at [email protected].
Once you see the difference, drop a quick rate, review, and follow me! Your experience will help other teachers bring more life-changing lessons to their students, too.
So what are you waiting for? Get your copy of 'How to Be a Boss" in PDF!
And get ready to make an impact. Your students are ready.
Let's do this!
PS - Please see the Explainer Video "How to Be Boss Curriculum - Overview" to get an understanding of the structure of the entire curriculum.
PPS - As a BONUS, you'll get 5-10 minute How to Be a Boss Explainer Videos for each lesson in 'How to Be a Boss." These videos break down key concepts and guide both you and your students step-by-step.
HOW TO BE A BOSS…
Taking them From Students to Business Owners in 10 Lessons
A quick message on how this curriculum came about:
I looked around the classroom. Based on the students' body language, a blaring red flag went up for me.
Some students were using their desks as pillows. The few students strong enough to keep their head up wore frowns or blank expressions drained of life, staring into space.
What were they thinking should happen during instructional time?
I couldn't move on with the lesson. I needed to know.
I halted the instruction to ask, 'What's the problem? What do you not learn in school that you desperately wish you did?" Their answers caused me to ask the same question to every class since. Year after year, the replies have been the same.
I'm grateful I asked that question that day because it sparked a year-long effort to write curricula that would truly address their needs.
Their answer to my question?
Wait. Let me tell you...before they even answered…
Heads sprung up, frowns turned to genuine smiles, and life flooded back into their blank stares.
Sliding to the edge of their seats, they said in ONE voice, 'We want to learn real-world stuff, Mister…You know, like practical things we can use when we leave here. Important stuff like how to pay your taxes, how you get credit, or how to start a business."
After hearing their insightful ideas and feelings, inside I leaped with joy! I knew I had to do something. So I did.
Soon after, I sat down at my study table and talked to Gary, the co-author of 'How to Be a Boss," determined to create something powerful - a unit that would inspire and transform.
This unit will engage students in a way that other units simply can't.
It will transform students into business-minded thinkers who see their education as valuable for everyday life.
They will engage in ways that many aren't being engaged now - because students crave information they can use the moment they step foot off campus " in the 'real world."
If you want your students to learn life-changing, practical information related to business, keep reading to discover more about this curriculum, 'How to Be a Boss," has in store for you and your students.
What's in store for Teachers?
Teach Business Without the Headache
'How to Be a Boss" blends business concepts with ELA and CTE standards, so you can teach real-world business skills while checking off those literacy requirements. Even if you're not a business expert, these lessons make it easy to introduce practical, hands-on ideas. Students get the best of both worlds - exciting lessons that still hit the standards.
No More Sunday Night Scrambles
Everything's done for you - lesson plans, templates, rubrics, and even 5-10 minute explainer videos. You get to skip the stress of last-minute planning and jump straight into teaching. Your time is freed up to connect with your students while knowing all the heavy lifting's already been done.
It's What Students Actually Care About
'How to Be a Boss" speaks their language - logo design, company research, pitching ideas. It's packed with skills they can use right now. You'll see engagement skyrocket when they realize you're teaching them something they can walk out the door and apply today.
Every Student's Engaged, Every Day
With 'How to Be a Boss," you're not just talking at them - you're getting every type of learner involved. There's something for everyone: hands-on projects, real-world challenges, and deeper analysis. You'll see a more vibrant, energized classroom, where even your toughest-to-reach students are engaged.
Building Skills That Go Beyond the Classroom
The curriculum doesn't just teach business - it builds their character. The lessons are aligned with T-SEL standards, so while they're learning about branding and marketing, they're also building resilience, collaboration, and decision-making skills. It's not just a business class - it's a life skills class.
What do people say who use the curriculum we've written?
Carter's curriculum showed exceptional quality and innovation. - Jeff Quan, RPHD
Carter's gift was truly remarkable in his ability to engage every student in the learning process. - Pam Canlas, Teacher
What's in store for Students?
Learn Business Skills You Can Actually Use
'How to Be a Boss" isn't just another class. It's the class that teaches you how to create products, build brands, and pitch your ideas. You'll walk away with skills you can use in the real world, whether you're starting a business or navigating life after school.
Get Your Hands Dirty with Real Projects
Forget sitting in class, taking notes all day. In 'How to Be a Boss," you're doing - creating logos, designing products, pitching ideas. You'll be out of your seat, working with your peers, and tackling real-world business tasks. Learning is active, exciting, and relevant to your life.
No More Boring Lessons
Ever sat in class wondering, 'When will I ever use this?" Not here. You'll dive into tasks that actually matter - like researching companies, creating marketing plans, and delivering pitches. What you learn here, you can take with you the moment you walk out of the classroom.
Guided Support, Every Step of the Way
No need to guess what's expected. 'How to Be a Boss" gives you step-by-step guides, examples, and templates, so you know exactly what success looks like and how to get there. You'll feel more confident taking on the tasks, knowing you're set up to win.
Ready to watch your students get fired up with real-world skills? 'How to Be a Boss" has what you need to make your lessons relevant and engaging, so your students leave with skills they can use in life, not just in the classroom.
And here's the best part: if your students aren't more engaged and excited about learning within the first few weeks, I'll personally help you tweak and tailor the curriculum to fit your classroom's needs. You're not in this alone - I'm committed to your success as much as your students are.
If you're still not satisfied for any reason, we will kindly and courteously give you your money back within 60 days of the purchase.
What else do people say who use the curriculum we've written?
Carter's instructional design was well organized and engaging. My students enjoyed and learned much from his lessons. It made teaching exciting for me. - Bryan Burton, Professor
Carter's skills in instructional design produce positive results in classrooms and programs district-wide. - Lionel Gonzalez, School Counselor
Contact me here or at [email protected].
Once you see the difference, drop a quick rate, review, and follow me! Your experience will help other teachers bring more life-changing lessons to their students, too.
So what are you waiting for? Get your copy of 'How to Be a Boss" in PDF!
And get ready to make an impact. Your students are ready.
Let's do this!
PS - Please see the Explainer Video "How to Be Boss Curriculum - Overview" to get an understanding of the structure of the entire curriculum.
PPS - As a BONUS, you'll get 5-10 minute How to Be a Boss Explainer Videos for each lesson in 'How to Be a Boss." These videos break down key concepts and guide both you and your students step-by-step.
NOW Available for High School Business, ELA, and CTE Teachers! A curriculum where students will learn… HOW TO BE A BOSS… Taking them From Students to Business Owners in 10 Lessons A quick message on how this curriculum came about:... more