Episode 8: Taking the Leap with Robert Breyer

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

What are the best steps to take when you’re ready to leap into school leadership? Author, principal, and leadership expert Robert Breyer joins the show to talk about his book “Taking the Leap” and to share advice for aspiring administrators. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES

Episode 7: Grace Swagger with Eric Lillis

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

Eric Lillis leads from his heart and truly cares about everyone he serves. You’ll hear that very clearly in this podcast. You’ll also learn a term that was new to me, grace swagger. It’s worth tuning in to find out more. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES

Episode 6: Answering the Bell for Kids with Wade Stanford

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

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

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

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

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

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