How do you develop organizational excellence? Superintendent Wade Stanford discusses challenges and successes in his district and how they push forward knowing what we did yesterday isn’t good enough for tomorrow. Wade talks about fighting burnout, collaboration vs working in silos, and answering the bell for kids every day. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE … Read More
Episode 5: Putting possible in the universe with Zandra Jo Galvan
Zandra speaks to ‘putting possible in the universe’ as the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and ensuring students know they all have an opportunity to achieve at high levels. Her work in intentionally backward-mapping the experience every student has in Greenfield Union School District is truly inspiring and a model of exceptional leadership. That, plus your #PepTalk and … Read More
Episode 4: Simply & Focus with Dr. Alex Carter
In this episode, Darrin sits down with Dr. Alex Carter to talk about leadership in challenging times. Alex brings his energy and inspiration to Leaning into Leadership. Among the great things you will hear from Alex are thoughts around simplifying and focusing to lead for impact. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES
Episode 3: Leaning into Change
What does it take for a leader to drive change? The answer might surprise you. Leaders have a responsibility that often leads to the trap of doing it all. Actually a leader’s role is to create conditions in which change can occur. Darrin’s focus in this episode is leading leaders toward collective efficacy. How do we include more voices in … Read More
Episode 2: Leadership Lessons from the Airport
In episode 2, Darrin opens with a big thank you to his listeners for making the show a success after only 1 episode. Darrin talks in this episode about how a trip derailed by snow and flight cancellations led to four awesome leadership lessons. 1 As a leader, be aware of the systems we put in place and ensure they … Read More