Jan. 31, 2024

Calm in the Chaos: Stoic Wisdom for Successful School Leadership - PPD136

Calm in the Chaos: Stoic Wisdom for Successful School Leadership - PPD136

Feat. Glenn Robbins & Danny Bauer

In this episode, we delve into how stoic philosophy, used for centuries by leaders and influential figures, can be applied to school leadership. Our guests are Glenn Robbins and Danny Bauer.

Topics Covered:

  • Stoicism and Leadership: Discussion on the relevance of stoic principles in modern educational leadership.
  • Experiences of School Leaders: Insights from Daniel Bower and Glenn Robbins on applying stoic wisdom in their roles as educational leaders.
  • Practical Applications: How stoic virtues can be applied in decision-making and handling everyday challenges in schools.
  • Case Studies: Real-life scenarios discussed in the book, provide practical examples of stoicism in action within educational settings.
  • Resilience in Leadership: Strategies for maintaining calm and resilience in the face of educational challenges.
  • Book Overview: A look into the content and key takeaways from "Calm in the Chaos."

Key Takeaways:

  • Importance of self-reflection and control in leadership roles.
  • Stoic virtues like wisdom, justice, courage, and temperance are essential for effective leadership.
  • Insights into handling difficult situations in schools with a stoic mindset.
  • The relevance of ancient wisdom in modern educational challenges.

We encourage you to check out "Calm in the Chaos: Ancient Stoic Wisdom for Successful School Leadership" by Daniel Bower and Glenn Robbins, available from February 6th, 2024.

What We're Listening To

Chris - Mobituaries

AJ - Reclaimed

Danny - Follow Your Different, Hello from the Magic Tavern

Glenn - Fresco Podcast, Powerup Podcast, Play-by-Play Podcast




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