Thrive in 2025 – Lead with HOPE

Brandi KellyBlog, Connect Better, Self Care Better

As we step boldly into 2025, it’s time to unlock the transformative power of HOPE to create the life we truly desire. HOPE is more than a feeling; it’s a strategy—a roadmap to thriving in every area of our lives. Here’s how you can embrace HOPE and make 2025 your best year yet: H – Habits Habits are the foundation … Read More

LEAD with HOPE: E is for EXCELLENCE

Brandi KellyBlog, Connect Better, Engage Better, Manage Better

TL;DR: Excellence should be defined as consistently and intentionally improving every day in pursuit of doing your very best. We should have an educational environment that allows students to try and fail forward so that they can learn by making mistakes and grow as a result. Endorse the use of the 7 Habits. E is for EXCELLENCE Excellence is defined … Read More

LEAD with HOPE: P is for PASSION, PURPOSE, and PERSISTENCE

Brandi KellyBlog, Connect Better, Engage Better, Lead Better, Manage Better, Reflect Better

TL;DR: Grit is an individual’s perseverance of effort and passion towards a goal. Share our stories of adversity with others to help them deal with theirs. Personal adversity can fulfill a purpose. One can help others define what they value, and set priorities and goals to realize their full potential. We demonstrate perseverance when we never give up. Obstacles of … Read More

LEAD with HOPE Series: H is for Habits

Brandi KellyBlog, Connect Better, Engage Better, Lead Better, Manage Better, Reflect Better, Self Care Better

TL;DR: It is important to establish healthy habits and model them for our students. Be proactive: Focus on the things in your circle of control in an effort to be the best you can be. Begin with the end in mind: Set a mission, goals, and priorities. Put first things first & sharpen the saw: Manage your time. Practice good … Read More