The Teachers of OZ: Featuring Dr. Nathan Lang-Raad

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Joshua Stamper, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast, Nathan Lang Raad, The teachers of OZ, #AspireLead

When someone comes to you with a problem, do you immediately try to solve the issue? This week’s guests, Dr. Nathan Lang-Raad, explains how leaders need to use a coaching model of questions to find the best solutions and teach problem solving skills, similar to Glenda in “The Wizard of Oz”.  In this episode, we discuss: Listening instead of speaking … Read More

Aspire to RISE: Featuring Ashley Duda

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Joshua Stamper, Sarah Johnson, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast, Teach Better, Aspire to Rise, Ashley Duda

As a leader, are you taking on too many projects and responsibilities? If you tell someone you have too much on your plate, do you feel guilty for being transparent? In today’s episode featuring Ashley Duda, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper tackle the topics of setting healthy boundaries, designating time for ourselves, and navigating through the F.O.G.  In this episode, … Read More

Grit, Growth Mindset, and Grace: Featuring Jamie Peden and Kelly Starnes

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Joshua Stamper, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast, #AspireLead, 3gStrong, Jamie Peden, Kelly Starnes

In your district or on your campus, how are you identifying and supporting the social emotional needs of your students, staff, and parents? As many of you know, I believe, as a leader, we must focus on all aspects of a person, especially mental health and emotional regulation. This week’s guests, Jamie Peden and Kelly Starnes, share how they started … Read More

Aspire Mailbag: Staff Retention with Hedreich Nichols

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Aspire Mailbag, Joshua Stamper, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast, Jeff Gargas, Hedreich Nichols, Teach Better

In the 19th Aspire Mailbag episode, Hedreich Nichols, Jeff Gargas, and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. Please join us for this episode as we answer questions and discuss how to retain staff, make every student feel included in school, top characteristics of a good leader, and the newest Teach Better projects! About Hedreich Nichols: … Read More