Episodes

Sept. 27, 2022

248. Navigating Parent Guilt as a School Leader with Rebecca Olson

This week, I’m speaking to the life coach for working moms, Rebecca Olson. Rebecca specifically works with women who love working and describe themselves as career-driven women, and as a school leader, I know you’re passionate about excelling in...

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Sept. 20, 2022

247. Focusing on Health for School Leaders with Paige Bowman

Like so many principals, I experienced overwhelm, stress, and confusion, and this led to me putting on weight during my time as a school leader. I know this is the case for many people in high-pressure situations, so I invited weight loss coach Paige...

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Sept. 13, 2022

246. How to Be an Amazing Principal with Even Better Relationships wi…

I have a very dear friend and special guest on the podcast this week: Maggie Reyes. Maggie is a magical Master Certified Life Coach who works with women who are wildly successful in their professional lives, so that’s all of you listening, and...

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Sept. 6, 2022

Ep #245: Creating Comfort Around Your Professional Budget with Nicole…

This week, I have my dear friend, colleague, and financial coach Nicole Stork-Hestad on the show because I want all of you listening to gain comfort when it comes to money. I’ve been coaching a lot over the last few months on the fear many school...

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Aug. 30, 2022

Ep #244: Why You Have an Office

If you’re looking high and low for nooks and crannies around campus so you can be productive for half an hour, listen in. You might have been told you should be out on campus, in classrooms, or on yard duty, and shouldn’t just be a principal...

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Aug. 23, 2022

Ep #243: Asking Your District for PD Funding

It’s common for teachers to think that professional development training is something they have to endure as part of returning for a new school year. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Tune in this week to get clear on how your thoughts about...

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Aug. 18, 2022

Bonus: Starting the Year Not Fully Staffed

Join me this week as I offer my insights on starting the year not fully staffed. You’ll discover how to maintain perspective and see that this challenge is just one chapter of the entire school year, the importance of not diminishing how you feel...

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Aug. 16, 2022

Ep #242: The Power of Celebration with 4 of My Incredible Clients

Tune in this week to hear from four of my clients as we discuss their accomplishments and how they’ve acknowledged and celebrated all the effort they’ve put in along the way. They’re sharing how their personal lives have improved since we...

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Aug. 9, 2022

Ep #241: Setting Up Your Instructional Coach for Success

Discover what instructional coaching is, why it works, and how you can set up your instructional coach for success. I’m discussing how to show your teachers that the instructional coach is there for everyone’s benefit, your staff, your students,...

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Aug. 2, 2022

Ep #240: The Value of Trust

Having trust in your teachers is so important, and them trusting you is vital in creating the best environment for your students. Trust is an essential muscle that you as the leader of your school need to build up. Believe me, when you do the work...

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July 26, 2022

Ep #239: The Extended Value of Coaching for Your Family and School Co…

Discover the extended value of coaching for your family and school community. Hear how coaching provides compounding benefits that impact every aspect of your life, and why the rate of return 10X’s what you’ve invested not only for yourself, but...

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July 19, 2022

Ep #238: Time and Mind Management with First Year Principal Amy

Tune in this week as first-year principal Amy and I discuss the things that fueled her success as a first-year principal. We’re discussing how good time management frees you up to focus on making the most of every day you have as a principal,...

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July 12, 2022

Ep #237: The 3 Month Plan

One problem I hear from every principal I work with is that they feel overwhelmed and behind, always trying to catch up. Well, I created an incredible process for my one-on-one clients and I’m sharing it with all of you this week. We’re breaking...

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July 5, 2022

Ep #236: STEAR 2.0

Those of you who have been listening for a while will know all about the STEAR Cycle. However, we’ve had a huge influx of listeners over the past year, so I’m taking this opportunity to go over it again, this time with some things I’ve learned...

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June 28, 2022

Ep #235: The Value of FUN 2.0

This week, I’m sharing an episode I recorded around a year ago all about the value of fun. With summer approaching, this is the perfect time to reflect on the amount of fun you’re creating in your life, why it's important to create fun, and the...

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June 21, 2022

Ep #234: Wrapping Up the Year

This week, I invite you to bring closure to the end of your school year. I’m sharing why spending time reflecting on this year is so important, how to implement a process for wrapping up your year, and why taking the steps I’m offering to you...

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June 14, 2022

Ep #233: Why Mental Health Matters

Tune in this week for a discussion about why mental health matters and how to make mental health a priority in your school. I’m sharing how to start implementing a more wellness-focused culture, and how improved mental and emotional health will lead...

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June 7, 2022

Ep #232: Lighter Leadership

If you’re a school leader and you want to experience more enjoyment in your day-to-day, I invite you to tune in this week to discover how the concept of lighter leadership will transform the way you think about every aspect of your journey, inviting...

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May 31, 2022

Ep #231: Handling the Emotions of Tragedy

Tune in this week to discuss the difficult topic of dealing with the emotions of tragedy. I’m sharing why we will never be able to ignore or escape the fear these situations bring up, and why the only way to get through it is to come together in...

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May 24, 2022

Ep #230: Mentoring Vs. Managing

Discover why focusing on your role as a mentor will always generate bigger and better results than leading from a place of believing, “I’m the boss so you need to do what I say.” I’m sharing why you’re not here to save the day, and how to...

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May 17, 2022

Ep #229: Enhanced Communication

Join me this week as I take a deep dive into the topic of people’s emotions, how to understand them, and how to ultimately feel better as a school leader. My goal is to show you how you can react from a healthy place to other people’s emotional...

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May 10, 2022

Ep #228: Enjoy the Last Weeks of the School Year (Part 2)

Tune in this week to discover how to actually enjoy the last weeks of the school year. I’m sharing the importance of planning, why we resist the idea of planning our future in this comprehensive way, and I’m giving you my tips and tricks that will...

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May 3, 2022

Ep #227: Enjoy the Last Weeks of the School Year (Part 1)

Tune in this week to discover how to enjoy, embrace, and celebrate all of the hard work and accomplishments of the past school year. Whether you’re a teacher, aspiring leader, a new principal, or a veteran, acknowledging your achievements is...

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April 26, 2022

Ep #226: Staffing Assignment Conversations

Find out how to have staffing assignment conversations without worry and overwhelm. I’m sharing some pointers for what you need to consider during your decision-making process, and how to be sold on your decisions, even if you initially get some...

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