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Work Smarter, Not Harder

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by WCPSS Program Accountability

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This podcast series is for those in education or other fields engaged in program development, implementation, and self-monitoring. We invite you to hear from our district leaders who share their experience with monitoring their efforts. This podcast series will help you better understand the benefits of self-monitoring, help you focus your efforts, align strategies and goals, and be a good steward of public or private funds. This podcast is brought to you by the Program Accountability Team in Wake County Public School System’s Data, Research and Accountability Department.

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May 21, 2026

REWIND Episode 8: Season Recap

In this bonus episode of Work Smarter, Not Harder, we wrap up our REWIND series by revisiting key moments and showcasing how our department helps staff navigate the self-monitoring process.Podcast Host: Drs. Brittany Alligood & Scott Holcomb, WCPSS Data, Research, and Accountability Department Producer: Daniel Bunce, WCPSS Data, Research, and Accountability DepartmentPodcast Music by Sasha Wilson, WCPSS student at Millbrook High School

May 14, 2026

REWIND Episode 7: Data Stories & Visualization Pt 2

In this final REWIND episode of Work Smarter, Not Harder, we wrap up our two-part series on data visualization and storytelling. We explore four additional types of data stories (Evergreen, 2019), bringing them to life through real examples and “what-if” scenarios drawn from past REWIND interviews—so you can apply them in your own work.Evergreen, S. D. H. (2019). Effective data visualization: The right chart for the right data (2nd ed.). SAGE Publications.Self-monitoring resource playlist: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bWpsmGcdU5R9cnl_oo4CNT1H-DOuH3oF/view?usp=sharing">⁠link⁠</a> Podcast Host: Drs. Brittany Alligood & Scott Holcomb, WCPSS Data, Research, and Accountability Department Producer: Daniel Bunce, WCPSS Data, Research, and Accountability DepartmentPodcast Music by Sasha Wilson, WCPSS student at Millbrook High School

April 13, 2026

REWIND Episode 6: Monitoring the Success of Your Efforts

Looking for fresh ways to make your data more meaningful and actionable? Our latest REWIND episode of the Work Smarter, Not Harder podcast is a great place to start.In this episode, we revisit the beginning of our series on data visualization and storytelling—bringing back key ideas from past conversations to reintroduce how data can be communicated more effectively in our work. While this episode wasn’t recorded in the traditional format due to staff transitions, it captures and builds on the original thinking from our colleagues.You’ll explore four types of data stories (Evergreen, 2019), along with practical examples and “what-if” scenarios drawn from previous REWIND interviews. Whether you're presenting to essential partners, analyzing trends, or supporting decision-making, this episode offers helpful ways to think about how your data tells a story.Tune in to strengthen your approach to data visualization, and start telling clearer, more impactful stories with your data.Evergreen, S. D. H. (2019). Effective data visualization: The right chart for the right data (2nd ed.). SAGE Publications.Self-monitoring resource playlist: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bWpsmGcdU5R9cnl_oo4CNT1H-DOuH3oF/view?usp=sharing">link</a> Podcast Host: Drs. Brittany Alligood & Scott Holcomb, WCPSS Data, Research, and Accountability Department Producer: Daniel Bunce, WCPSS Data, Research, and Accountability DepartmentPodcast Music by Sasha Wilson, WCPSS student at Millbrook High School

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What is Work Smarter, Not Harder?: This podcast series is for those in education or other fields engaged in program development, implementation, and self-monitoring. We invite you to hear from our district leaders who share their experience with monitoring their efforts. This podcast series will help you better understand the benefits of self-monitoring, help you focus your efforts, align strategies and goals, and be a good steward of public or private funds.

This podcast is brought to you by the Program Accountability Team in Wake County Public School System’s Data, Research and Accountability Department.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Information about guest appearances is not available.

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