TL;DR: You work for the people you lead. It is your job to find out what motivates them, what inspires them, and what brings them happiness. Leaders need to build trusting relationships with staff to meet their needs. Trusting your staff will give them the opportunity to grow organically. “When you realize you work for your employees and not the … Read More
Episode 25 – Joshua Stamper – Passion Projects
Join Adam & Jeff as we talk to Josh Stamper! Joshua is a middle school administrator in North Texas. Joshua graduated college with a Fine Arts degree and initially worked in the graphic design field for a number of years. He was always passionate about encouraging students to achieve their goals, initially coaching traveling soccer teams when he wasn’t working. … Read More
Episode 24 – Dr. Jeff Springer – This is a Magnanimous episode!
Join Jeff & Adam as we chat with our good friend Dr. Jeff Springer! Jeff, a former Texas High School Head Football Coach and eleven-year veteran of the classroom, is also formerly the Principal at Magnolia High School (2002-2016). In 2013, Jeff was selected as the State of Texas TASSP State Principal of the year. Besides founding Spring Strategies LLC, … Read More
Episode 26.2 – David Rendall – Actually, episode 23
Join Jeff & Adam as we have a GREAT chat with professional author and speaker, Dave Rendall! From Dave’s website: During the last fifteen years, our guest tonight has spoken to audiences on every inhabited continent. His clients include the US Air Force, Australian Government, and Fortune 50 companies such as Microsoft, AT&T, United Health Group, Fannie Mae, and State … Read More
Episode 22 – Jason Leahy – Grace for All
Join Jeff & Adam as we chat with Jason Leahy, who is the Executive Director for the Illinois Principals Association. Learn about Jason and the IPA, as he discusses his role within the Principals organization, including: Providing leadership and counsel to IPA Members, Board, and staff regarding Association matters Developing and leading processes to continuously improve Association effectiveness Providing constant … Read More