In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, I uncover the “time bandits” that steal valuable time from school leaders, including managing budgets, student behavior, and angry parents. Discover strategies to take back your time and focus on what matters most. Sign up for exclusive offers at roadtoawesome.net. MORE EPISODES
A Growth Mindset Transforms Educational Leadership
TL;DR: Principals are key to shaping school culture and fostering resilience, adaptability, and continuous improvement in their teams. Emphasizing learning from challenges boosts educators’ impact on students; strategies include leading by example and celebrating progress. Cultivating a thriving learning community relies on nurturing resilience, improvement, collaboration, and student success. As a school principal, one of your most influential roles is … Read More
Lyndon B. Johnson’s Legacy as a School Principal
In this thought-provoking episode, we embark on a captivating journey through the untold chapters of Lyndon B. Johnson’s life, beyond the realms of his presidency. Inspired by Doris Kearns Goodwin’s illuminating book Leadership In Turbulent Times, we delve into the extraordinary story of Johnson’s tenure as a school principal. Set in a time marred by segregation and societal divisions, we … Read More
Episode 72: Running Toward the Problem with Adam Stolzer
The first full episode of Aspiring, New, and Rising Leaders month brings Adam Stolzer, a new high school principal in rural Nebraska to the show. Adam shares insights into school culture, the value of a strong mentor, and running toward the problem. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES
The Wisdom & Productivity of Dr Carmen Ayala #TBPodcaster #EdChat #EdLeadership #TeachBetter
The Wisdom & Productivity of Dr Carmen Ayala #TBPodcaster #EdChat Dr Carmen Ayala served as Illinois State Superintendent of Education from 2019 to 2023 leading us through the pandemic. She was the first woman and the first person of color to serve in that position. Prior to that, she served as a superintendent of Berwyn North School District, Assistant Sup … Read More