Ep #461: Why Connection Comes Before Correction in Schools with Steve McMahon

When students struggle with intense emotions or challenging behaviors, how we respond can shape the relationship we build with them. But what if the most effective response isn't correcting the behavior, but understanding the human being behind it? In this episode, I talk with Steve McMahon, an educator and behavior intervention specialist who helps schools respond to intense behaviors through connection, mindset, and de-escalation. Steve shares stories from his work with students and school leaders, explaining why connection comes before correction and how small moments of acknowledgment, care, and trust can change the trajectory of a student's experience. Find the full episode show notes and transcript here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/461 Keep up with me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/akellycoaching Connect with Steve: https://linkedin.com/in/steve-mcmahon-33050a159/