Leaning into Leadership

In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Darrin sits down with Bobby Canosa-Carr, a leadership coach, former principal, mindfulness teacher, and author of Can I Go to the Bathroom? and Other Asinine Questions We Ask in School.They dive deep into how disempowerment impacts school leaders, teachers, and students—and what we can do about it. Bobby shares his journey from principal to leadership coach, the lessons he learned along the way, and why the behaviors we model as leaders shape school culture more than anything else.🔹 Before the episode starts, Darrin shares some BIG NEWS!His new book, Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools, co-authored with Katie Kinder, is coming in March! Stay tuned for sneak peeks, exclusive pre-order bonuses, and powerful insights from 23 amazing educators. 📚✨What You’ll Learn in This Episode✅ The disempowerment many school leaders feel—and how to reclaim authority over your leadership.✅ Why school culture is built through modeling, not mandates, and how leaders’ behaviors directly impact teachers and students.✅ The flaws in traditional teacher evaluations and how school leaders can rethink professional learning to empower educators.✅ How we can shift away from compliance-based leadership and focus on trust, collaboration, and meaningful change.✅ Practical strategies for showing up as an empowering leader who nurtures talent instead of micromanaging it.Meet Bobby Canosa-CarrBobby Canosa-Carr is a leadership coach, mindfulness teacher, and former school principal who has dedicated his career to transforming school culture. As a principal, he led the turnaround of a large high school in Los Angeles and later founded a charter school in San Pedro, California. He has worked in nonprofit organizations supporting hundreds of school leaders across 40 states as they navigate school transformation.Bobby is the author of Can I Go to the Bathroom? and Other Asinine Questions We Ask in School, a book that challenges the power dynamics, rules, and rigid structures in education that often disempower students, teachers, and leaders alike.📖 Get Bobby’s Book: Available on Amazon🌐 Connect with Bobby: EnlightenedCoaching.usEpisode Highlights & Timestamp Guide⏳ [00:00] – Introduction & Book Announcement: Culture First Classrooms is coming soon! 🚀⏳ [03:15] – Introducing Bobby Canosa-Carr and the inspiration behind his book.⏳ [07:30] – Why school leaders feel disempowered—and how Bobby discovered the power of coaching.⏳ [12:45] – The impact of adult behaviors on school culture and why modeling is everything.⏳ [17:20] – Rethinking teacher evaluations and professional learning—what’s really effective?⏳ [24:00] – “What’s for Lunch?”—How sterile curriculum and professional development fail our schools.⏳ [28:45] – The importance of leading with curiosity rather than always having the answer.⏳ [31:30] – Bobby’s final insights on leaning into leadership through thoughtful questioning.Resources & Links📚 Darrin’s New Book! Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools – Coming March 2025! Stay tuned for exclusive updates.📖 Bobby’s Book: Can I Go to the Bathroom? and Other Asinine Questions We Ask in School – Get it here🌍 Connect with Bobby: EnlightenedCoaching.us📲 Let’s Connect!✅ Follow Darrin on LinkedIn✅ Join the conversation on Twitter/X✅ Subscribe to the Leaning Into Leadership Podcast on Apple Podcasts & Spotify👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review the show! Your support helps us bring more powerful conversations to education leaders like you.🚀 Until next time, keep leaning into leadership!

In this powerful episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with longtime friend and educational thought leader Bradlee W. Skinner to discuss the journey through failure, teacher retention, and the importance of empowering educators. Bradlee opens up about his personal struggles with burnout, stepping away from education, and the pivotal moments that brought him back—stronger and more purpose-driven than ever.Together, Darrin and Bradlee explore the role of teacher leadership, the dangers of the "just a teacher" mindset, and how school leaders can create environments that encourage collaboration, trust, and professional growth. They also discuss Bradlee’s impactful contribution to the upcoming book Culture First Classrooms, where he challenges the concept of classroom management in favor of classroom leadership.If you've ever felt the weight of burnout or questioned your path in education, this episode will leave you inspired to own your story, embrace failure as a stepping stone, and create a culture where teachers and students thrive.Key Takeaways:✅ Teacher burnout vs. teacher beatdown – Understanding the emotional toll of teaching and what really drives educators to leave the profession.✅ The power of second chances – Bradlee shares how mentorship, self-reflection, and leadership opportunities helped him rediscover his purpose.✅ Shifting from classroom management to classroom leadership – Why building relationships and empowering students is more effective than simply managing behavior.✅ Teacher leadership matters – Practical ways teachers can lead without leaving the classroom, and how administrators can create space for leadership to flourish.✅ Culture and climate in schools – How small actions from school leaders, such as eliminating the "just a teacher" mentality, can transform staff engagement.✅ Failing forward – Why embracing failure is crucial for student growth, teacher development, and leadership success.Connect with Bradlee W. Skinner:📲 Follow Bradlee on social media: @BradleeWSkinner on Instagram, Twitter (X), TikTok, and Facebook.📩 Reach out to Bradlee for speaking, coaching, or leadership support.Resources & Mentions:📖 Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools (Coming Soon!)🎙 Listen to past episodes of Leaning Into Leadership at RoadToAwesome.net

In this episode, returning guest Katie Kinder joins Dr. Darrin Peppard for a behind-the-scenes look at their upcoming book, Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools. They dive into the journey of co-authoring a book, the power of classroom culture, and how fostering strong relationships transformsschools.Katie and Darrin share personal stories about their paths as educators, what led them to co-write this book, and how they selected 21 amazing contributors to share their insights. They also explore why great teaching is an art, not a formula, and how school leaders can support teachers in building a culture-first approach to education.Key Takeaways:✅ Culture comes first—without strong relationships and a supportive environment, no initiative will thrive.✅ Teaching is artistry—there’s no single way to be effective, and great educators bring energy, fun, and connection to their work.✅ Leadership impacts everything—when educators feel empowered and valued, they take more risks and push students to succeed.✅ This book is a lifeline—it’s filled with real, actionable insights from educators leading the way in post-pandemic classrooms.About Katie Kinder:Katie Kinder, author of Untold Teaching Truths and Hallway Leadership, is a passionate professional learning facilitator and education advocate. With nearly two decades in education, she inspires and equips teachers with real strategies to hook students from day one. A former Teacher of the Year and Top Five District Finalist, Katie brings energy, authenticity, and a deep love for educators everywhere.Connect with Katie Kinder:🌐 Website | 📌 Twitter/X | 📷 Instagram | 🔗 LinkedInPre-Order the Book!📖 Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools—Coming March 2025! Stay tuned for launch details and exclusive pre-order bonuses.Bring Culture First to Your School!Darrin and Katie are developing Culture First Coaching & Consulting, bringing hands-on leadership and instructional coaching to schools nationwide. If you’re interested in bringing Culture First to your school, reach out to learn how they can support your educators.📩 Contact Darrin and Katie to bring Culture First Coaching to your school!

In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the journey of writing Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools, my upcoming book co-authored with Katie Kinder!We dive into:✅ The writing process—what it’s like to co-author a book and how it differs from writing solo✅ How we identified the 21 incredible educators who contributed their insights✅ The highs, lows, and unexpected moments in bringing this book to life✅ What Culture First Classrooms truly means and why this book is so important for educatorsThis is an episode for anyone curious about the book-writing process, thinking about writing their own, or simply wanting a deeper look into what’s coming in March! Plus, I share a few sneak peeks from some of the powerful stories inside the book.💌 Join the Email List: Want updates on the book release, exclusive pre-order bonuses, and behind-the-scenes insights? Sign up here: roadtoawesome.net

📢 Connect with Dr. Darrin Peppard:Looking for leadership coaching, professional development, or support for your leadership team? Let’s connect! Reach out via my website at roadtoawesome.net or connect with me on LinkedIn, Twitter/X, or Facebook. I’d love to support you on your leadership journey!Episode Summary:In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Dr. Kelly Hastings, founder of Enlightening Leadership, a seasoned principal, leadership coach, and expert in implementation science.Dr. Hastings shares her journey from teacher to principal, how leadership coaching transformed her leadership approach, and why building leadership capacity in schools is a moral imperative. She also dives into implementation science, an approach that helps schools sustain meaningful change, and discusses how leaders can grow and support aspiring leaders in their buildings.If you've ever struggled with implementing new initiatives or wondered how to cultivate leadership in your school, this episode is packed with actionable strategies.🎧 Key Takeaways:✅ The role of mentorship and coaching in leadership growth✅ How implementation science helps schools sustain change✅ Strategies for growing and identifying aspiring leaders✅ The importance of listening as a leader and empowering teams✅ Unique challenges and strategies for middle school leadership📌 Resources & Links:🔹 Connect with Dr. Kelly Hastings: LinkedIn | Email: [email protected]🔹 Learn more about Implementation Science: Implement with Impact by Janice Pizzuto

In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Dr. Joe Famularo, a veteran educator and superintendent, to explore his IOU Leadership framework. Dr. Famularo shares his journey from classroom teacher to district leader, the principles that guide his leadership, and how the IOU model—Inward, Outward, and Upward Leadership—helps leaders build a thriving culture rooted in trust and continuous improvement.Key Topics Covered:✅ The IOU Leadership Framework: What it means to lead inward, outward, and upward.✅ The Role of Self-Awareness in Leadership: Why knowing yourself is the foundation for effective leadership.✅ Building a Culture of Trust: The impact of relationships and shared leadership in schools.✅ Living with Intention vs. Living by Default: How to shift from reactive to proactive leadership.✅ PH2E Life Propeller Assessment: A tool to evaluate personal and professional growth.✅ The Importance of Clear Vision and Common Language: How defining values and mission creates sustainable success in schools.✅ Leader in Me & The 7 Habits: How Covey’s principles influenced his district’s transformation.About Dr. Joe FamularoDr. Joe Famularo is a lifelong educator with over 34 years in the same district, including 18 as superintendent. Passionate about leadership and continuous improvement, he developed the IOU Leadership framework to help individuals and organizations create cultures of trust, purpose, and excellence. He is the author of IOU Life Leadershipand the upcoming book IOU School Leadership.🔗 Explore IOU Leadership & Take the PH2E Assessment: IOULiving.com🎧 Listen & Subscribe:🔹 Apple Podcasts | 🔹 Spotify | 🔹 YouTube | 🔹 Your favorite podcast platform💡 What’s Your Biggest Leadership Takeaway? Share your thoughts with us on social media using #LeaningIntoLeadership!

In this episode of the Leaning Into Leadership podcast, Dr. Darrin Peppard is joined by Barb Flowers, Principal of the U.S. Elementary Division at Eastwood Global and a certified life coach specializing in leadership development for principals. Barb shares her journey from being a brick-and-mortar school leader to helping launch an innovative online school and homeschooling program while coaching principals to lead with clarity and confidence.Key Topics Discussed:Barb’s unique leadership role at Eastwood Global, combining International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum with the science of reading.The parallels and contrasts between traditional school leadership and leading in a virtual environment.Proven strategies for managing time, reducing stress, and setting boundaries as a school leader.The importance of saying “no” to unnecessary initiatives and focusing on what truly matters.How principals can develop self-belief and avoid the trap of comparison.Barb’s insights into the power of thought work and using affirmations to foster confidence and intentionality in leadership.Practical routines and habits for maintaining focus and avoiding overwhelm.Key Takeaways for Listeners:Why removing email from your phone is a game changer for work-life balance.How to set boundaries that protect your time and energy while modeling the same for your staff.The transformative impact of focusing on thought work to create more positive emotions and actions.Why limiting initiatives and prioritizing depth over breadth benefits your entire school community.Actionable steps to create routines that align with your leadership vision and values.About Barb Flowers:Barb brings 14 years of public education experience, including six years as a principal, to her role as a leadership coach and educational leader. She helps principals overcome stress, manage their time effectively, and lead with purpose, all while balancing the demands of professional and personal life.Connect with Barb Flowers:Podcast: The Principal's HandbookWebsite: barbflowerscoaching.comLinkedIn: Barb Flowers, PhDInstagram: @DrBarbFlowers

Welcome to episode 188 of the Leaning Into Leadership podcast! In this mid-month episode, Darrin is joined once again by his recurring guests, Todd Bloomer, a high school principal from San Antonio, TX, and Dominic Armano, an elementary principal from Long Island, NY. Together, they dive into the human side of leadership, sharing stories, challenges, and practical insights for leaders at every level.Topics Covered in This Episode:Weathering the Storm (Literally and Figuratively): From snow days to unexpected challenges, the trio shares how school leaders navigate the unpredictability of their work while keeping students' needs at the forefront.Making Tough Decisions: Darrin reflects on a recent blog post about the emotional and professional toll of making hard leadership calls. Todd and Dominic add their insights on balancing what's right for kids and the community while managing personal resilience.Telling Your Story: Dominic leads a discussion on the importance of branding and public relations in education. Todd and Darrin share strategies to effectively showcase your school’s values and successes without fear of being seen as "flashy."Learning from Other Leaders: Todd challenges Darrin and Dominic to share inspiring practices they've seen in schools recently, highlighting leadership newsletters and a deeply integrated SEL curriculum.Focus for 2025: The group wraps up by sharing their personal resolutions and goals for the year, including self-care, leadership clarity, and embracing challenges.Key Takeaways:Leadership decisions are rarely black-and-white; staying focused on what's best for kids can guide tough choices.Strong relationships and clear communication are essential for building trust and minimizing pushback.Social media and storytelling are critical tools for creating a positive narrative about your school and its values.Self-care isn't selfish—it's necessary for showing up as your best self in leadership roles.Innovative ideas from peers and colleagues can inspire and improve your leadership practice.Resources Mentioned:Darrin’s blog post on leadership decisions Fired Up Leadership by Dr. Frank RudneskyConnect with Us:Darrin Peppard: Website | TwitterTodd Bloomer: TwitterDominic Armano: TwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps us bring more leadership insights to educators like you!

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership:. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leadership.Anders Indset—known as "The Business Philosopher"—is a Norwegian-born writer and deep-tech investor. He is a four-time Spiegel best-selling author and has been recognized by Thinkers50 as one of the most influential thinkers in technology and leadership for the years to come. With two decades of experience working with multinational companies, he is a trusted sparring partner for international CEOs and political leaders, and a guest lecturer at leading international business schools. Anders is the founder of the Njordis Group and the Global Institute of Leadership & Technology (GILT), as well as the initiator of numerous projects like the Quantum Economy Alliance. Anders is a bridge-builder between humanity and technology, shaping the economy of tomorrow with his practical philosophy. With his deep understanding of the impact of exponential technologies, Anders demonstrates how and why leadership and its relationship to philosophy are more relevant than ever. He firmly believes that in a world with nearly unlimited access to knowledge, a deeper understanding and the ability to anticipate future scenarios, combined with the development of interpersonal skills, will be the most sought-after qualities for leaders. His works have been translated into over 10 languages, and his new book, ‘The Viking Code – The Art & Science of Norwegian Success’, was released on October 8. His forthcoming ‘Singularity Paradox – Bridging the Gap Between Humanity & AI’ (www.singularityparadox.com) has been scheduled for Q1 2025, a book co-authored with renowned Quantum Physicist Dr. Florian Neukart. Social Media: https://de.linkedin.com/in/andersindsethttps://www.instagram.com/andersindsethttp://twitter.com/andersindsethttp://facebook.com/anders.indsethttps://www.youtube.com/andersindsetWebsite: https://andersindset.com/Email/contact info: [email protected]

In this episode of the Leaning Into Leadership podcast, we’re exploring the powerful metaphor of the lighthouse and how it relates to effective school leadership. Inspired by a visit to Martha’s Vineyard, host Darrin Peppard reflects on the enduring purpose of lighthouses and the lessons they offer for guiding schools and teams in 2025. Discover five lighthouse-inspired principles—from guiding through challenges to creating a culture of hope and safety—and learn actionable strategies to shine brightly as a leader this year. Whether you’re navigating staff burnout, shifting priorities, or the complexities of educational leadership, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to lead with purpose.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The five lighthouse-inspired principles of effective leadershipHow to provide clarity and focus for your team during uncertain timesThe importance of being a consistent and visible presence in your schoolHow to position yourself strategically to make the greatest impactThe power of empowering your team and fostering trustWhy creating a culture of hope and safety is essential for school successGuiding Through ChallengesLearn how to define your "true north" and guide your school community through obstacles with clear priorities and a shared vision.Steadfast PresenceDiscover why consistency and visibility are key to building trust and creating stability for your team.Strategic PositioningExplore how to focus your time and energy where it matters most to drive impactful outcomes for students and staff.Shining a Light for OthersFind out how empowering your team with clarity and support can create a culture of trust and shared ownership.Symbol of Hope and SafetyUnderstand how fostering a positive culture helps staff and students feel valued, supported, and ready to grow.Share Your Thoughts: Did this episode inspire you to embrace the lighthouse principles in your leadership? Let us know your thoughts! Leave a review or share the episode on social media with your biggest takeaway. Don’t forget to tag us so we can join the conversation.Blogpost link referenced in the episode - Be a Lighthouse: Five Guiding Principles for School Leaders in 2025

In this insightful episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Charlie Peck and Joshua Stamper to discuss their upcoming book, The Language of Behavior, and the accompanying podcast. Together, they explore strategies to decode student behaviors, build positive relationships, and implement proactive systems that empower educators and students alike. From creating the "Relationship Action Team" to implementing the push-in model, this conversation is packed with practical tools and actionable strategies for leaders at every level.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The origin story of The Language of Behavior book and podcast.Why traditional disciplinary measures often fail and how to shift toward relational approaches.Insights into the push-in model and its transformative impact on classrooms.The power of grassroots leadership initiatives in fostering systemic change.How to "lean into leadership" by staying true to your values and beliefs.Key Takeaways:Behavior as a Message: Understand that behaviors are a form of communication and decoding them requires curiosity and compassion.Team-Based Solutions: Building a collaborative team, like the Relationship Action Team, empowers educators to implement meaningful changes.Proactive Strategies: Tools like the push-in model help address low-level infractions without removing students from the learning environment.Invest in Teachers: Equipping teachers with practical strategies and fostering a sense of community can reignite their passion for education.Authentic Leadership: Embrace your values and lead with authenticity to inspire trust and joy in your team.Featured Quotes:"Behaviors are just the message. We can learn to decode them to better support our students." – Charlie Peck"When I stopped trying to meet others' expectations and leaned into who I am as a leader, everything changed for the better." – Joshua StamperResources Mentioned:The Language of Behavior book (coming soon)The Language of Behavior podcast (available on all major platforms)Previous episodes featuring Charlie Peck and Joshua StamperConnect with Our Guests:Charlie Peck: thrivingeducator.com @CharlePeck on all social mediaJoshua Stamper: joshuastamper.com @Joshua__Stamper on social media

Episode Summary: In this deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard shares a pivotal story from his leadership journey that became a wake-up call about the importance of self-care. Reflecting on an experience during his second year as a principal—missing his best friend's wedding due to burnout and exhaustion—Dr. Peppard delves into the lessons he learned about prioritizing health and well-being as a leader. He provides practical strategies for leaders to avoid burnout, set boundaries, and invest in themselves, so they can lead with clarity, focus, and purpose.Whether you’re a school leader or any professional striving to balance the demands of leadership, this episode will leave you inspired and equipped with actionable steps to show up as your best self in 2025.What You'll Learn in This Episode:A Personal Leadership Wake-Up Call: Dr. Peppard recounts how missing his best friend’s wedding due to illness and overwhelm served as a life-changing moment.The Cost of Neglecting Self-Care: How a “superhero” mindset can lead to burnout and missed opportunities.Practical Changes for Leaders:Creating systems for healthy eating and exercise.Setting boundaries for work and personal time.Building clarity around priorities as a school leader.Why Self-Care is Essential for Leadership: Learn how taking care of yourself positively impacts your effectiveness as a leader and your ability to inspire those around you.Actionable Steps for 2025: Tips to reflect, adjust, and prioritize self-care and high-leverage leadership activities in the new year.Resources Mentioned:Blog Post: The Turning Point: Why Leaders Must Take Care of Themselves Free Webinar: Join Dr. Peppard on December 30, 2024, at 4 PM ET for a free webinar on priorities, time management, and intentional leadership. Register here: https://www.theprincipalacademy.com/realresultsTake Action:Reflect on your leadership practices over the past year. Are you showing up as your best self? What can you change?Implement one of the strategies shared in this episode to improve your self-care and leadership in 2025.Share this episode with a fellow leader who might need the reminder to prioritize themselves.Let’s Connect:Website: Road to AwesomeLinkedIn: Dr. Darrin PeppardHelp the Podcast Grow: If you enjoy the Leaning Into Leadership Podcast, please leave a five-star review on your favorite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more leaders and continue providing valuable content.Happy New Year! Thank you for joining me for this special episode. Wishing you clarity, purpose, and an incredible year ahead. Let’s make 2025 the year of intentional leadership!

Are you ready to lead with clarity and purpose in 2025? Join me on Monday, December 30, at 3 PM ET for a FREE webinar: Take Control of Your Leadership: Clear Priorities, Real Results. In just one hour, you’ll learn actionable strategies to define your priorities, recognize and reinforce values, and reclaim your time for the work that truly matters.Save your spot today at www.theprincipalacademy.com/realresults—let’s kick off 2025 as your best leadership year yet!Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership:. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leadership.In this engaging conversation, Dr. Darrin Peppard and Barbara Gruener explore the journey of entrepreneurship, the importance of relationships in education, and the therapeutic power of writing. Barbara shares her inspiring background, her transition back to teaching, and the significance of self-care for educators. They also discuss Barbara's latest book, Birdie and Mipps, which reflects on the themes of nicknames and relationships, and the feedback it has received from readers. The conversation concludes with Barbara's insights on leaning into leadership and supporting others in their journeys.TakeawaysEntrepreneurship can lead to meaningful connections.Teaching experiences shape our understanding of education.Relationships are at the core of effective teaching.Self-care is essential for educators to thrive.Writing serves as a therapeutic outlet for emotions.Birdie and Mips explores the significance of nicknames.Feedback from readers can highlight the impact of a book.Mentorship plays a crucial role in leadership.Inspiration and kindness can transform lives.Everyone is fighting their own battles, and empathy is key.Find Barbara at:corneroncharacter.combarbaragruenerauthor.com

Episode 182 is a special episode, in which Todd Bloomer, Dominic Armano, and your regular host, Darrin Peppard, dedicate an entire episode to new principal Candace Pearson. We are excited for Candace to take on her first principalship, and so we decided to share our insights, experience, and expertise to help set her, and anyone else new to the role, up for success.Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership:. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leadership.Got a question for us? Submit it here or hit us up on social mediaTodd Bloomer was born and raised in New York, Todd Bloomer got to Texas as soon as he could to start his educational career. As a teacher and coach, Todd fell in love (literally) in Texas with public education, high school football, and his wife, Sharon. After moving to San Antonio, Texas, Todd transitioned to the assistant principalship at a middle school in 2007. In 2010, he became a high school assistant principal and in 2014 Todd was named a middle school principal. In 2019, Todd was named a high school principal. In 2020, Todd was name the Texas Region 20 Secondary Principal of the year, During his journey as an administrator, Todd benefited from strong mentors and developed a blueprint to being successful. Through trial and error, and some luck, Todd has developed into a widely respected administrator in the state of Texas. Todd also served as a high school principal during and after COVID. Learning a school of 2,500 students during uncertainty has made his voice, his insight, and his advice all the more relevant. Through humor, storytelling, and being vulnerable, Todd shares his soul on what has worked and what hasn’t. Todd and his wife Sharon have been married for 24 years. They have five wonderful children. Todd and his wife reside in beautiful San Antonio, Texas. Todd is very active on social media. You can follow him @bloomer_sa on Twitter and Todd Bloomer on LinkedIn. Todd is also very active as an advocate at the state level with elected officials as he works to defend the profession he loves.Dominic Armano is a loving husband and father, a proud educator, an innovative principal a speaker and author. Over the course of his career, Dominic has served as an elementary and middle school teacher, assistant principal and currently he is serving as an elementary school principal. In all of these roles, he has made it his priority to promote a positive culture for students, staff, and the community.Dominic has an undergraduate degree in elementary education and graduate degrees in both special education and school district leadership. Through his years in education, Dominic has become passionate about social-emotional learning and has developed programs that encourage education through a whole child approach. This pathway strengthens the core of instruction and helps to build a community of eager, enthusiastic, and passionate learners. In addition to his work as an educator, Dominic is a motivational speaker and blogger. He is the President of the Education Chapter of the Dowling College Alumni Association. In 2019, he was inducted into the New York Academy of Public Education, and he is a member of the New York City Elementary School Principals Association.He has previously served with the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying as both a member of the Board of Trustees and as the Chair of the Education Committee. Dominic has been featured on several podcasts and in articles about school leadership. At his core, he is nothing more than a devoted Yankees fan who loves spending time with his family and closest friends.Get the books Todd referenced in the episode here:Road to Awesome: The Journey of a LeaderThe Blueprint: Survive and Thrive as a School Administrator

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership:. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leadership.Link to Darrin's blogpost (mentioned in the PepTalk)And now...about our guest on this week's episode:Kurtis Hewson is an award-winning former administrator and teacher, as well as teaching faculty at the post-secondary level.  He is the co-founder of Jigsaw Learning, a co-author of the text Collaborative Response: Three Foundational Components That Transform How We Respond to the Needs of Learners (Corwin, 2022), and currently works with districts and schools nationally and internationally establishing Collaborative Response frameworks and interacting with thousands of educators annually.Check out Episode 137 with Kurtis HewsonSocial Media:X - @hewsonk27 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson/Email/contact info: [email protected]:Overview of Collaborative Response article - https://bit.ly/CR-overviewFree Access to the Introductory chapter for the Collaborative Response book - https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership:. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leadership.And now...about our guest on this week's episode:Greg Speranza is a leadership coach , school quality expert and an organizational development specialist who supports school and district leaders—and those aspiring to be- by helping them to optimize their talents, vision, and critical thinking skills.A former school  turnaround leader, Greg understands the incredible responsibilities and stresses which his clients face, as well as the skills and competencies necessary to engage the entire organization in a positive manner.  Through baseline assessments and in depth conversations, Greg meets clients where they are, and works with them to develop a plan of action. Through clear and reflective coaching, Greg and his clients discuss options and strategies which specifically address the desired shift in both behavior and outcomes.Greg has effectively coached over 300 school and district leaders in 22 states, helping them discover their best selves so that they and their organizations will thrive.Greg has led  over 200 school quality visits, as well as focus groups, data analysis sessions, strategic planning; and developed surveys, trainings and delivered a multitude of targeted programs aimed at promoting the education and exceptionalism of each person he has served. He also develops trainings and resources for leaders and their teams to become more cohesive, coherent and laser focused on achieving their goals.Connect with Greg: Social Media: linkedin.com/in/gregsperanzaWebsite: www.mindstreamcoaching.comEmail/contact info: [email protected]

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership:. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leadership.And now...about our guest on this week's episode:Dre Baldwin is CEO and Founder of Work On Your Game Inc. He has given 4 TEDxTalks and has authored 35 books. Dre’s content has been consumed over 103 million times. His daily Work On Your Game MasterClass has amassed over 2,900 episodes and over 7.3 million listeners. Dre had a 9-year professional basketball career, playing in 8 countries. Dre’s framework is the "roadmap in reverse" for professional High Performance, Consistency and Results. Website: workonyourgameuniversity.comSocial Media: http://Instagram.com/DreBaldwinhttp://YouTube.com/Dreupthttps://www.facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversityhttp://LinkedIn.com/in/DreAllDayhttp://Twitter.com/DreAllDayhttp://TikTok.com/WorkOnYourGame

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership:. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leadership.And now...about this week's special mid-week episode: I am sitting down with Todd Bloomer, one of my two regular mid-week guests to talk school leadership, the holidays, and more! Don't miss this awesome show!Get Todd's book: The Blueprint: Survive and Thrive as a School Administrator

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership:. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leadership.And now...about our guest on this week's episode:Shailendra Pratap Jain is Bret Wheat Endowed Professor of Marketing and International Business at the Foster School of Business, University of Washington, Seattle. He has held faculty positions at Indiana University’s Kelley School, University of Rochester’s Simon School, Cornell University’s Johnson School, University of Western Ontario’s Ivey School, Cambridge University’s Judge School, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, and BITS School of Management, Mumbai. Well-known for his widely published scholarship in consumer psychology, Dr. Jain has extensive publishing and editorial experience in top marketing journals and has won many executive and graduate (MBA) teaching awards. Prior to his academic career, he worked in sales, brand management, and advertising in industry and is associated with several noted marketing campaigns in India.Shalini Sarin Jain is Associate Professor of Management and the inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Milgard School of Business, University of Washington, Tacoma. She has published articles on gender representation and compensation parity in top management, allegations of sexual misconduct, sustaining livelihoods or saving lives during COVID, and corporate response to mandatory CSR regulation in leading management journals including the Journal of Business Research, Journal of Business Ethics, Management and Organization Review, and Journal of Family Business Strategy. Dr. Jain teaches courses in business and society, ethics, and CSR at the undergraduate and MBA level and has extensive industry, government, and non-profit experience leading and providing consulting services to state, county, and city governments.Connect with Dr.'s Jain on LinkedIn: Dr. Shelly Jain Dr. Shalini JainGet their book here: Managing Brand Transgressions: 8 Principles to Transform Your Brand

In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, I’m pulling back the curtain on my new course, Take Control of Your Leadership. This transformative course is designed to help school leaders overcome overwhelm, focus on what matters most, and lead with clarity and purpose.Go to https://www.theprincipalacademy.com to learn more and to enroll in the course today. Use the code TCYL24 at checkout to save $150. (offer expires 11/24/2024)Join me as I share personal stories and practical tips from each of the six modules:Gaining Clarity and Examining Systems: Define your leadership values and focus on what truly matters.Time Management: Take back your time with strategies to stay organized and intentional.Building and Maintaining Positive School Culture: Cultivate a culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.Focusing on Teaching and Learning: Become the instructional leader your school needs.Building and Leveraging Leadership Teams: Work collaboratively to amplify your impact.Staying Focused on Your Vision: Align your daily actions with your long-term goals.Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you lead with confidence and clarity.Again, go to https://www.theprincipalacademy.com to learn more and to enroll in the course today. Use the code TCYL24 at checkout to save $150. (offer expires 11/24/2024)Want the School Leader's Weekly Planner for free?? Click hereDon’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow leader who could use a little clarity in their work!

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's launching soon!!!Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.And now...about our guest on this week's episode:Bentli Lewis serves as the principal of Oakbrook Middle School in Ladson, South Carolina, a community nestled just outside of Charleston in the LowCountry. She began her career in education in 2012 as a high school English teacher and varsity tennis and softball coach. After five years in the classroom, she transitioned into a role as a Graduation Specialist, where she served for one year before moving to her current school district.In her new district, Lewis stepped into the position of Assistant Principal at Summerville High School, a role she held for four years, gaining valuable experience and honing her skills as a building leader. Her dedication and leadership led to her appointment as the principal of Oakbrook Middle School, where she recently completed her second full year in the role. Lewis is passionate about the incredible work happening at Oakbrook Middle and is excited about the school’s ongoing successes and bright future.You can find Bentli on social media:Instagram - @bentlijlewFacebook - Bentli Jones LewisX (Twitter) - @bentlij

On this solo episode of the podcast, we explore a vital topic for school leaders: maintaining resilience and avoiding burnout. I discuss five practical strategies to help you stay grounded, energized, and focused, even amidst the demands of leadership. From setting boundaries and effective delegation to building a support network and prioritizing self-care, these tips are designed to help you thrive in your role. Tune in to learn how to protect your energy, enhance your impact, and lead with clarity and purpose.Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, we explore why instructional leadership is crucial for student success and how it often gets deprioritized. Learn five actionable steps to reclaim your focus on instruction and make a meaningful impact. Ready to lead with purpose? Tune in now, and don’t forget to sign up at roadtoawesome.net for exclusive offers and updates on my new digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.And now...about our guest on this week's episode:Tammy Klotz is a vibrant and accomplished executive and best-selling author with over three decades of diverse experience in the manufacturing industry, specializing in cybersecurity and transformational leadership. She offers keen expertise in navigating mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures within both publicly-traded and privately-held companies and is seasoned in security, risk, and compliance leadership. Tammy brings a dynamic and positive approach to problem solving, excelling in simplifying intricate IT and cybersecurity concepts and facilitating pragmatic, non-technical dialogues that resonate with business executives. She is recognized as a strong, knowledgeable, thoughtful security executive who excels in public speaking and thought leadership, striving to empower others through knowledge sharing.Grab Tammy's book here: Leading with Empathy and GraceConnect with Tammy on LinkedIn

Welcome to a special mid-week edition of Leaning into Leadership. This week I am sitting down with my once per month guests, my friends and fellow principals Todd Bloomer and Dominic Armano. We play rapid fire this time around with questions leaders have but aren't always willing to ask.Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, we explore why instructional leadership is crucial for student success and how it often gets deprioritized. Learn five actionable steps to reclaim your focus on instruction and make a meaningful impact. Ready to lead with purpose? Tune in now, and don’t forget to sign up at roadtoawesome.net for exclusive offers and updates on my new digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership.Smore - Ever feel like you're the only one reading your school newsletters? Smore is here to change that! Built for educators, Smore gives you hundreds of easy-to-use templates to craft newsletters your community will love...and actually read. You can add videos, images, polls, and more. Stop guessing about what content your community wants to read. Use Smore's analytics to see who opens your emails and which links get clicked. And did I mention that Smore lets you translate your newsletters into more than 100 languages? I'm telling you, this is the platform you want to use.Sign up now and take $50 off your first year of your Smore plan. Make your newsletters easier and more engaging at smore.com/teachbetter. Again that’s smore.com/teachbetter

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.Smore - Ever feel like you're the only one reading your school newsletters? Smore is here to change that! Built for educators, Smore gives you hundreds of easy-to-use templates to craft newsletters your community will love...and actually read. You can add videos, images, polls, and more. Stop guessing about what content your community wants to read. Use Smore's analytics to see who opens your emails and which links get clicked. And did I mention that Smore lets you translate your newsletters into more than 100 languages? I'm telling you, this is the platform you want to use.Sign up now and take $50 off your first year of your Smore plan. Make your newsletters easier and more engaging at smore.com/teachbetter. Again that’s smore.com/teachbetterAnd now...about our guest on this week's episode:Nicholas Bradford is a lifelong educator with extensive experience with challenging students inside and outside the classroom. In 2009 Nicholas Bradford started his Restorative Justice education in VT. Working in therapeutic settings, schools, afterschool programs, and justice settings  have shaped a skill set that delivers a comprehensive Restorative Justice framework.Having worked with many schools and districts he has built a robust program that gives schools, educators, and students the skills and structures they need to create a culture of belonging and success in spite of conflict.He recently co-authored “A Real-World Guide to Restorative Justice for Schools.”Connect with Nicholas: LinkedIn & FacebookEmail/contact info: [email protected]

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.Smore - Ever feel like you're the only one reading your school newsletters? Smore is here to change that! Built for educators, Smore gives you hundreds of easy-to-use templates to craft newsletters your community will love...and actually read. You can add videos, images, polls, and more. Stop guessing about what content your community wants to read. Use Smore's analytics to see who opens your emails and which links get clicked. And did I mention that Smore lets you translate your newsletters into more than 100 languages? I'm telling you, this is the platform you want to use.Sign up now and take $50 off your first year of your Smore plan. Make your newsletters easier and more engaging at smore.com/teachbetter. Again that’s smore.com/teachbetterAnd now...about our guest on this week's episode:Luis Báez is a Revenue Enablement Strategist + Sales Coach dedicated to serving executives and sales leaders at businesses. In 2017, after years of working in some of the biggest Silicon Valley startups (think LinkedIn, Google, Uber, Tesla, and more), Luis began to teach impassioned business owners how to scale their revenues and impact by creating and selling high-end offers. During that time, he was also invited to speak about leadership and personal branding at business schools across the country including Stanford, UC Berkeley and Bard. Today Luis is a published author through the internationally-recognized Madecraft organization, which includes an incredibly popular LinkedIn Learning course on personalized sales that has been taken by over 20K people to date. When it comes to podcasts, Luis has absolutely brought the beard & baritone to popular podcasts including ¿Quién Tú Eres?, The Online Business Show with Tyler McCall, Brand Master Flash and The Heather Sager Show among others. Connect with Luis: Website: Luisbaez.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/baezluisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsluisbaezCheck out the course:  https://www.luisbaez.com/train

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, we explore why instructional leadership is crucial for student success and how it often gets deprioritized. Learn five actionable steps to reclaim your focus on instruction and make a meaningful impact. Ready to lead with purpose? Tune in now, and don’t forget to sign up at roadtoawesome.net for exclusive offers and updates on my new digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership.Smore - Ever feel like you're the only one reading your school newsletters? Smore is here to change that! Built for educators, Smore gives you hundreds of easy-to-use templates to craft newsletters your community will love...and actually read. You can add videos, images, polls, and more. Stop guessing about what content your community wants to read. Use Smore's analytics to see who opens your emails and which links get clicked. And did I mention that Smore lets you translate your newsletters into more than 100 languages? I'm telling you, this is the platform you want to use.Sign up now and take $50 off your first year of your Smore plan. Make your newsletters easier and more engaging at smore.com/teachbetter. Again that’s smore.com/teachbetter

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.Smore - Ever feel like you're the only one reading your school newsletters? Smore is here to change that! Built for educators, Smore gives you hundreds of easy-to-use templates to craft newsletters your community will love...and actually read. You can add videos, images, polls, and more. Stop guessing about what content your community wants to read. Use Smore's analytics to see who opens your emails and which links get clicked. And did I mention that Smore lets you translate your newsletters into more than 100 languages? I'm telling you, this is the platform you want to use.Sign up now and take $50 off your first year of your Smore plan. Make your newsletters easier and more engaging at smore.com/teachbetter. Again that’s smore.com/teachbetterEnjoy today's Peptalk? Click here to check out Darrin's blog on the topic.And now...about our guest on this week's episode:Dr. Matthew B. Courtney is a passionate advocate for education and a specialist in evidence-informed school improvement. He began his career as a music educator before moving on to leadership roles within the nonprofit, higher education, and state government sectors. Dr. Courtney is a published researcher whose work focuses on school improvement. As the founder of Courtney Consulting LLC, he’s advised schools on leveraging evidence-based decision-making to accelerate student achievement. His impact extends beyond students and schools, influencing state-wide educational policies. Dr. Courtney's expertise and dedication continue to bridge gaps in education, fostering progress and development in diverse communities.Find Dr. Courtney on Social Media:https://www.matthewbcourtney.com/https://twitter.com/mbcourtneyeddhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mbcourtneyedd/https://www.youtube.com/@mbcourtneyeddhttps://www.facebook.com/mbcourtneyeddEmail/contact info: [email protected]

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.In this episode, we dive into why clarity is essential for school leaders. I share my personal story of struggling to find clarity as a new principal and offer practical steps to help you define your values and priorities. Ready to lead with purpose? Tune in now, and don’t forget to sign up at roadtoawesome.net for exclusive offers and updates on my new digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.And now...about our guest on this week's episode:Laura Mixon Camacho, PhD, is an executive communication strategist and culture fixer. From her deep dive research into luxury brand messaging, winning political campaigns, and neuroscience, she takes a bespoke approach to teaching highly intelligent high-performers how to connect, engage and inspire people to improve business outcomes and build culture.Her articles on influence and culture have been regularly featured in several publications, including Forbes, The Southern C, Lionesses of Africa and Training Industry.She is also author of the Cultured Communication Workbook and The Practical Guide to Effective Communication. Her podcast, Speak Up with Laura Camacho, is ranked #2 in the world for communication skills podcasts and lists in the top 2.5% of all podcasts in the world.Laura’s recent clients include ABI, Bosch, Charleston County, Charleston Water Systems, Comcast, Catch Talent, Google, King Bean Coffee, Mayne Pharma, Medtronic, Nestlé, SCRA, Society of Women Engineers, among others.She lives in Mt. Pleasant with husband, Ruben. When not working she can be found daydreaming at the beach on Sullivan’s Island.Connect with Laura:Contact: [email protected]: Speak Up With LauraX/Twitter: Speak Up With Laura Linkedin: Laura Mixon Camacho, PhDWebsite: www.speakupwithlaura.comPodcast: Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.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.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course, Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders. This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity.Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoawesome.net to get early access, special pricing, and exclusive bonuses! And stay tuned for information on this exciting new course.David K Richards is a visionary leader who helps changemakers usher in new paradigms for learning and leadership. He is the current Founder & CEO of Changemaker Schools, a network of microschools, and Pathfinder, a program to help others open schools. David is also a speaker and leadership coach and leads a mastermind program, the Wise Warrior and has a podcast named Changemaker ED“U”. He has worked in education reform for over 25 years as a teacher, principal, and founder of several innovative charter schools with nationally recognized Summit Public Schools and the school he started, Growth Public School. David has dedicated his life to helping people of all ages connect with the powerful leader within themselves. David lives in Sacramento, CA with his wife Julie, and his two children, Kyle and Ella. He holds a BA from UC Berkeley and an MA from Stanford University.Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/davidk.richards/https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-k-richards-a1b43753/Websites:https://www.davidkrichards.com/https://pathfinder-ed.com/https://www.growthps.org/

Full disclosure, I checked out Notebook LM after hearing about it on social media. I was immediately fascinated by the potential it has. So, I uploaded my dissertation, linked here, to see what the fuss was all about. I am stunned at how cool this tool really is. It's a concise summary in a fun, easy to listen to podcast. In this week's special episode, I will share my thoughts, as well as the actual audio created by Notebook LM. Check it out!Are you ready to take your leadership and your team to the next level? As a leadership coach and speaker, I’m passionate about helping school leaders and leadership teams like yours gain the clarity you need to walk confidently in your purpose. I believe that when leaders are clear about their purpose, they can lead with more authenticity and create a ripple effect that impacts every level of their organization. If you’re ready to inspire your team, foster deeper connections, and drive meaningful change, I’d love to work with you. Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click here

Are you ready to take your leadership and your team to the next level? As a leadership coach and speaker, I’m passionate about helping school leaders and leadership teams like yours gain the clarity you need to walk confidently in your purpose. I believe that when leaders are clear about their purpose, they can lead with more authenticity and create a ripple effect that impacts every level of their organization. If you’re ready to inspire your team, foster deeper connections, and drive meaningful change, I’d love to work with you. Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Dr. Ryan Donlan, Professor in the Indiana State University and Bayh College of Education’s Department of Educational Leadership, served for 20 years in K–12 education, most of that time as a Superintendent, as well as a school building leader. He has served in both traditional and charter schools and school districts. Dr. Donlan has taught for years at the college and university level and provides educational program reviews, speeches, presentations, and trainings for educators. Currently, he is a Board Trustee for the Mensa Foundation and Chair of the Editorial Advisory Board of the Mensa Research Journal. He has served prior as Acting Associate Dean of the Bayh College of Education and Chair of the Department of Teaching and Learning. Once a frequent skydiver, Dr. Donlan today enjoys more conservative, contemporary pursuits, such as cooking, reading, and walking. He has written/co-written numerous articles and books, including Gamesmanship for Teachers: Uncommon Sense is Half the Work; The Secret Solution: How One Principal Discovered the Path to Success; Minds Unleashed: How Principals Can Lead the Right Brained Way; The Hero Maker: How Superintendents Can Get Their Boards to Do the Right Thing; The School Board Member’s Guidebook: Becoming a Difference Maker in Your District; All Other Duties as Assigned: The Assistant Principal’s Critical Role in Supporting Schools Inside and Out, Ensuring Teacher Matter: Where to Focus First So Students Matter Most, and Uncommon Sense for New Teachers: A Good Beginning is Half the Work. You can follow Dr. Donlan on X, or visit him at www.ryandonlan.com and www.mindsunleashed.net

Welcome to a special, mid-week release of the Leaning into Leadership podcast. In this episode, I want to challenge leaders to think about their day to day work and how they might benefit from some time on the balcony, re-evaluating their priorities and when they spend their time.Are you ready to take your leadership and your team to the next level? As a leadership coach and speaker, I’m passionate about helping school leaders and leadership teams like yours gain the clarity you need to walk confidently in your purpose. I believe that when leaders are clear about their purpose, they can lead with more authenticity and create a ripple effect that impacts every level of their organization. If you’re ready to inspire your team, foster deeper connections, and drive meaningful change, I’d love to work with you. Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click here

Are you ready to take your leadership and your team to the next level? As a leadership coach and speaker, I’m passionate about helping school leaders and leadership teams like yours gain the clarity you need to walk confidently in your purpose. I believe that when leaders are clear about their purpose, they can lead with more authenticity and create a ripple effect that impacts every level of their organization. If you’re ready to inspire your team, foster deeper connections, and drive meaningful change, I’d love to work with you. Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Lauren Kaufman is an educator whose passion lies in empowering fellow educators to lead, share their gifts with others, and foster lifelong literacy practices in all learners. With nearly two decades of experience in education, she has held various roles, including elementary classroom teacher, elementary and middle school literacy specialist, instructional coach, mentor coordinator K–12, and assistant principal. Currently, she serves as a district leader and holds the position of director of literacy K–12 in Long Island, New York. Lauren has spearheaded numerous projects, including the development of seventy-three Units of Study in reading and writing for K–5, and has implemented a comprehensive approach to literacy. She is dedicated to providing educators with job-embedded professional learning opportunities and supporting new teachers in acclimating to the school system’s culture and climate. Lauren values collaboration and is committed to sharing best instructional practices with colleagues, fostering powerful professional learning communities and networks that cultivate meaningful, relevant learning and growth.Lauren consistently shares her passion for learning by speaking at national and local conferences, blogging on her own platform, and participating in podcasts; she also contributed to Because of a Teacher by George Couros and Evolving with Gratitude by Lainie Rowell. She has authored chapters in educational journals, and her writing has been highlighted in Edutopia, Education Week, Defined Learning, and Future Ready Schools.Connect with Lauren: Instagram, X,  LinkedInBuy Lauren's book: The Leader Inside: Stories of Mentorship to Inspire the Leader WithinCheck out all things Lauren, including her amazing blog: https://laurenmkaufman.com/

Are you ready to take your leadership and your team to the next level? As a leadership coach and speaker, I’m passionate about helping school leaders and leadership teams like yours gain the clarity you need to walk confidently in your purpose. I believe that when leaders are clear about their purpose, they can lead with more authenticity and create a ripple effect that impacts every level of their organization. If you’re ready to inspire your team, foster deeper connections, and drive meaningful change, I’d love to work with you. Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereHere is the blogpost I referenced in the PepTalk - Life in the Dropoff LaneAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Greg Bennick is a world-class speaker, organizational consultant, and global event host whose ideas have inspired tens of thousands of people to take new approaches to productivity, focus, inspiration and personal development. He engages with audiences in conversations that span borders, appearing on stages in 27 countries (and counting). He is the founder and executive director of an international nonprofit in Haiti (onehundredforhaiti.org), which since 2010 has listened to Haitian people to help transform an entire region’s relationship with water, education, food, and housing. You can find out more about Greg at: gregbennick.comGrab a copy of Greg's new book on AmazonFollow Greg on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Retreat scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Jason Yarusi is a charismatic communicator who electrifies every stage he graces. Jason is a Private fund manager of over $300 million dollars in commercial real estate. Since 2017 his company Yarusi Holdings has amassed over 3000 apartment and commercial real estate units. Jason has built and exited multiple companies: construction, restaurants, a brewery and multiple large apartment communities. He is an avid ultra runner and workout enthusiast. Jason is the host of LIVE100 and The Multifamily Live Podcast, runs 7 Figure Multifamily Mastermind and coaches clients on the Live 100 Principles. And most importantly a husband and a father to three amazing kids, a bulldog named Jill and fifteen chickens.Jason brings all of his hands-on experience to you. His personal story and extensive work has made him an inspirational force, captivating audiences as a dynamic motivational speaker. With an innate ability to ignite positive transformations, Jason empowers individuals to conquer challenges and embrace change with unwavering resilience. His electrifying talks instill a renewed sense of purpose, propelling audiences to reach new heights in both personal and professional spheres.Connect with Jason: Website: https://www.jasonyarusi.com/ Email: [email protected] Media: Instagram, X, Facebook, LInkedIn

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your PurposeCheck out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Colleen Bashar is an Enterprise Software Operations and Sales Executive with a successful record of building business units and teams from the ground up, opening new markets, and delivering consistent, YoY 20% revenue growth at Guidewire (GWRE), a multibillion-dollar public company where she serves as SVP of Enterprise Business Operations and Chief of Staff to the CEO.Connect with Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleenscott/Website: https://www.basharleadership.com/Email/contact info: [email protected]

Let's get your School Leadership training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:This special mid-week episode is the eighth edition of a series with Dominic Armano, Todd Bloomer, and Darrin teaming up to talk about the hot topics in educational leadership today. On this episode, we are talking about the ever-evolving role of the building principal.Connect with Darrin: https://x.com/DarrinMPeppardConnect with Dom: https://x.com/DominicArmanoConnect with Todd: https://x.com/bloomer_saGet The Blueprint on Amazon or on Todd Bloomer's website

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Jonathan Alsheimer is the unorthodox, energetic, and entertaining teacher who refuses to live a life of limitations and works with UFC Fighters, Celebrities, and Clothing Brands. In addition to being a passionate educator, Jonathan is an international keynote speaker and the best-selling author of "NEXT LEVEL TEACHING.”Jonathan, taught at the world-renowned Fred Lynn Middle School, which was featured in two documentaries "Relentless" and "Relentless: Chasing Accreditation,” as the teacher who forged a partnership with UFC Fighter and light-weight contender Paul Felder to bring a message of never giving up, fighting for their education, and empowering the students to believe in themselves, all principles that Jonathan promotes in his classroom.  Jonathan Alsheimer also partnered with Fear the Fighter, MMA clothing brand to establish a stop-bullying campaign. Jonathan Alsheimer didn't stop there and established a relationship with "Drama,” MTV reality star and CEO of Young and Reckless to promote and build student leaders in his school.Jonathan, an educator in northern Virginia, has been featured on USA Channel 9 and NBC News for establishing a national give-back movement called “A Rae of Hope,” started in his classroom to help pediatric patients in hospitals, which has now grown and been implemented in schools and classrooms across the nation. As Jonathan always says, "Game-changing is not a cliche motto; it is a way of life... some talk about it while others live by it!Connect with Jonathan:Website: https://www.jonathanalsheimer.com/Social Media: Twitter, Instagram, YouTubeSchool of Engagement on AmazonCatch Jonathan's first time on Leaning into Leadership here

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Jeff Gargas is a 4-time college dropout who started an education consulting business with a buddy he met in the music industry. After building a profitable, 7-figure business in an industry he knew nothing about, he strives to share his 20+ years of experience starting and growing companies in a variety of industries. Jeff is currently the COO and Co-founder of the Teach Better Team (Creators of www.teachbetter.com, The Grid Method, and Teach Further) and co-author of the book, “Teach Better.” He and his team work with schools and school districts to increase student engagement and improve student success. Jeff leads Teach Better’s EDUcreator Club+ Community, built for educators who create things outside of their classroom or school. Through his 1-on-1 coaching and masterminds, Jeff has now helped dozens of EDUpreneurs grow to 6-figure businesses. Prior to co-founding Teach Better, Jeff was the owner of ENI Multimedia, an online marketing firm, where he worked with entrepreneurs and small businesses, assisting them with web design, social media, content marketing, and brand awareness. Prior to all of this, Jeff was an adjunctive professor at Kent State University and spent 10+ years in the music industry. He has spoken at conferences around the country, and has successfully promoted more than 500 events and launched 7 businesses in a variety of industries.Jeff is passionate about music, and enjoys spending time with his family as often as possible.Social Media Handles:Twitter: @JeffGargasTikTok: @JeffGargasInstagram: @_JeffGargasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgargas/Teach Better Website:  www.teachbetter.comEmail/contact info: [email protected]

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:This week on the show I am teaming up with Joshua Stamper from the Aspire to Lead podcast. Joshua is the Director of Innovation with the Teach Better Team and is a former assistant principal. We are joining forces for this episode with an eye on helping you stay out of firefighter mode and live in the leadership world for the coming school year.Follow Joshua on all social media at joshua__stamperCheck out the Aspire to Lead podcast for more from Josh.

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Rich Horwath is the founder and CEO of the Strategic Thinking Institute where he is a strategy facilitator and coach to executive leadership teams. He is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of eight books on strategic thinking, including his most recent work, STRATEGIC: The Skill to Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Executive Excellence which was selected by Inc. Magazine as a top 4 “must-read book for 2024.” Rich has appeared on ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX TV to provide expert commentary on business strategy and his work has been published in Fast Company, Forbes, and the Harvard Business Review. He is a former Chief Strategy Officer and professor of strategy at the graduate level. Rich has helped more than a quarter million leaders develop their strategic thinking and planning capabilities over the past two decades in pursuit of his vision to teach the world to be strategic. Business name: Strategic Thinking InstituteWebsite: http://www.strategyskills.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richhorwath/E-Book for STRATEGIC: The Skill to Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Executive Excellence: http://www.strategic-book.com/Book on Amazon, STRATEGIC: The Skill to Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Executive Excellence

Let's get your School Leadership training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Blessed with over twenty six years of relentless dedication to high school football (coaching across the nation's diverse landscapes), Coach Kurt HInes has come to an unshakable belief that coaching transcends mere tactics – it's about blessing, serving, and empowering every soul he comes into contact with. His passion ignites in sculpting triumph-forged cultures, propelling individuals, teams, and enterprises to unparalleled heights of achievement. Beyond the gridiron, Coach is a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, striving daily to use his influence to shape lives for the better. From the trenches of the field, to the boundless reach of social media, his mission remains unwavering: to change the lives of as many people as he can.Connect with Coach Hines: Instagram, Twitter (X), TikTok, FacebookWebsite: https://www.coachkurthines.com/Order his new book on Amazon: Called to Empower

Let's get your School Leadership training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:This special mid-week episode is the seventh edition of a series with Dominic Armano, Todd Bloomer, and Darrin teaming up to talk about the hot topics in educational leadership today. On this episode, we are talking about Todd's upcoming book The Blueprint and celebrating 150 episodes of Leaning into Leadership

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Training scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Sean Gaillard, author of The Pepper Effect: Tap Into the Magic of Creativity, Collaboration, and Innovation, is an accomplished educator with over thirty years of experience as a teacher and school administrator. Sean has held various principal positions on every level of K-12 at various schools in Winston-Salem and Lexington, North Carolina, earning accolades such as Lexington City Schools Principal of the Year and Wells Fargo Piedmont-Triad Region Principal of the Year. Gaillard was also a finalist for North Carolina Principal of the Year. He holds degrees from The Catholic University of America, Trinity University, and the University of North Carolina A&T University. Sean has contributed writings to Education Week, PBS NewsHour Extra, and Culture Sonar, and co-authored Education Write Now, Volume 2. His blog and podcast, “The Principal Liner Notes,” reflect his passion for school culture, innovation, and music. Founder of the #CelebrateMonday movement, Sean has presented and served as a keynote speaker at numerous conferences.  He lives in Clemmons, NC with his wife and they enjoy watching the journey of their three daughters into adulthood. Connect with Sean: Blog Site: “Principal Liner Notes”-https://principallinernotes.wordpress.com/X: @smgaillard-https://x.com/smgaillardInstagram: @smgaillard-https://www.instagram.com/smgaillard/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-gaillard-12527644/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sean.gaillardPodcast: “The Principal Liner Notes Podcast”-https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sean-gaillardGet Sean's book: The Pepper Effect

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Retreat scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Andrea Bitner is an educator, author, and speaker.  She lives in Philadelphia, PA. She has worked with students in grades K-12 throughout her twenty-two years in public education from all around the world.   Her first book, “Take Me Home,” was published by Austin Macauley in July of 2021. "Take Me Home" is the true story of 11 of her former EL students who give a first-hand account of what it's really like to become bilingual in America.  She is also a co-author of Chip Baker’s “The Impact of Influence-Volume 3" and Dr. Rick Jetter’s "100 No-Nonsense Things ALL School Leaders Should STOP Doing.” She teaches EL’s daily, and travels the country speaking and teaching educators how to teach and reach EL students, and effectively communicate with EL families!  Connect with Andrea at www.andreabitnerbooks.com Find her on social media: Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Retreat scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show: Pam Marcheski is the visionary force behind Intentions to Actions Leadership, a dynamic company revolutionizing the landscape of leadership. Rooted in mindfulness, her approach empowers individuals and organizations to crystallize their leadership aspirations, both personally and professionally. By merging traditional leadership models with the transformative power of mindfulness, Pam crafts a bespoke roadmap, igniting actions that harmonize with these intentions. With a distinguished career spanning 25 years as a senior-level executive in Fortune 500 companies, Pam brings unparalleled expertise to her coaching practice. Having led teams of over 1,000 employees and managed P&L responsibilities totaling billions, she now channels her insights to guide and support all areas of her coaching and consulting business.Pam's coaching methodology is enriched by her extensive training, including certification in mPEAK (Mindfulness, Performance, Enhancement, Knowledge) from the University of California San Diego, and expertise in Marshall Goldsmith’s Stakeholder Centered Coaching and Strength-Based Coaching. Grounded in practical wisdom, she meets clients at their point of need, bridging the gap between intention and action through personalized coaching engagements.An esteemed member of the Harvard Medical School-affiliated Institute of Coaching, SHRM, and Women’s Leadership Institute, Pam actively contributes to shaping the discourse on leadership and organizational dynamics. She continues to mentor and collaborate with high-level executives, volunteering her time to speak and engage with emerging leaders.Pam's commitment to advancing female leadership is evident in her involvement with prestigious programs like the Executive Leadership Institute and Leadership California. As an alumna, she champions the next generation of female executives, supporting their journey to success.Residing in the vibrant community of San Diego, Pam finds fulfillment in both her professional endeavors and personal life. With her unwavering dedication, Pam Marcheski inspires individuals and organizations alike to realize their fullest potential and thrive in today's dynamic landscape of leadership.Connect with Pam: Website www.intentact.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/pammarcheski/  10% Happier by Dan Harris (as mentioned in the show)

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Retreat scheduled today! Reach out to me [email protected] to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year! Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Tom Willis is an Organizational Culture Expert. He believes we are all born with unlimited potential. As a former classroom teacher, he also believes in the power of lifelong learning. These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others uncover their talents so they can reach their potential. Prior to joining Phoenix, he had the great honor of serving as CEO for Cornerstone; a consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers; and an engineer with the Intel Corporation. Along the way, he was fortunate to earn degrees from the University of Michigan and the University of Notre Dame (MBA). He thanks God every day for his amazing wife and three wonderful children.Check out the free life engagement Tom mentioned in the show: https://www.phoenixperform.com/leaningintoleadershipWebsite:  http://phoenixperform.comSocial Media Links:LinkedIn:  http://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@phoenixperformancepartnersGrab a copy of Tom's new book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/bookGuest provided by: www.expertbookers.com