Episode 143: A Tale of Two AP Roles with Dr. Nick Davies

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

This week on the show, I am joined by Washington Elementary AP of the Year Dr. Nick Davies. Nick shares his insights into the role of the AP, the challenges he has with being at two different campuses, and steps for aspiring leaders to go land that next job. That, plus your #PepTalk on this jam-packed show!! MORE EPISODES

Episode 129: Nail the Interview – A Collaboration with the Schurtz & Ties Podcast

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

Interview season is here and in this special collaborative episode, I’m sitting down with Brian Miller from the Schurtz & Ties Podcast to share tips, insights, and methods to best prepare you to nail that interview. With our combined experience and sense of humor, this episode will bring truths to you about what interviewers are really looking for. That, plus … Read More

Episode 79: For Aspiring, New, and Rising Leaders

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

It can be so exciting to land that first (or next) leadership opportunity. But, landing the job is the easy part. Now, you’ve got to go do the work. This midweek special episode is focused around the lessons learned during the month from our amazing guests. MORE EPISODES

Episode 78: She Leads with Dr. Rachael George

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

Dr. Rachael George stops by the show to talk about female leadership in education, ideas and tips for new school leaders, and how wildland firefighting truly prepared her for life in administration. That, plus your #PepTalk on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES

Episode 75: A Walk and Talk with a First Year Superintendent

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

Continuing our focus in the month of May on aspiring, rising, and new leaders, we welcome Michelle Osterhoudt back on to the show to share lessons learned during her first year, the value of having a coach, and what she’s excited for next year. That and more in this special mid-week episode. MORE EPISODES