I recently received an email from one of my mentors, Kaeli Lindholm, and it stopped me in my tracks. Her insights on leadership, strategy, and mobilizing people resonated deeply with me and reminded me of the power of intentional planning. Inspired by her wisdom, I began reflecting on my own journey and the lessons I’ve […]
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Are You Ready to Lead, or Are You Waiting for Someone to Do It for You?
Ghost towns didn’t just happen—they’re what you get when leaders fail to adapt, to plan, and to look ahead. Leadership today stands at a similar crossroads, where the most effective leaders will be those who are willing to evolve, invest in their own growth, and take charge of the future. If you’re serious about leading […]
How to Lead and Inspire with John Hattie’s Effect Sizes
Imagine if you had hard proof that a specific action you take today could revolutionize your results. What if you could say to your team, your school, or your organization: “I know this works because the research proves it—and the payoff is huge.” That’s the power of John Hattie’s effect sizes, and in this blog […]
You Are Not Alone…The Power of Community and Finding Mentors
One of the things, I remember really feeling when I first became a leader was how alone I felt. I had great people around me but I was afraid to ask questions, for fear they thought I didn’t know what I was doing. But, I was wrong to not tap into my mentor’s expertise or […]
Breaking Free from Burnout: A Principal’s Guide to Rediscovering Joy in Leadership
My Transformation from Overwhelm to Inspiration For too long, I wore my exhaustion like a badge of honor. As a seasoned school administrator, I was no stranger to the crushing weight of endless responsibilities. Day in and day out, I battled the burnout that seemed to be a non-negotiable part of my job. But what […]
Embracing Vulnerability and Transparency in Leadership and Lifestyle
As principals and leaders in education, you’re not just tasked with managing schools; you’re shaping the future. I know…this sounds a little cheesy and dramatic, but really, it is so true. As a principal, you are the one who carries the weight and responsibility for the mood and culture of the school. Teachers, students, and […]
Ways to Include Teachers in Leadership
As leaders, our main job is to grow as many leaders as we can in our community. In a school, that includes our teachers and our students. In leadership, leaders sometimes feel that they are alone when actually there is a whole community of leaders who are at the door just waiting to be invited […]
The Leadership Book Shelf
The importance of pouring into three buckets in order to live a life that you love is crucial. I know, I talk about this all of the time, but this is so important!! In case, you are new to my ponderings and discoveries, I often talk about the importance of pouring in three buckets every […]
Boss Mama
Today’s blog is written directly to the moms out there. Working moms, stay at home moms, home business moms, working from home moms, all of a sudden distance learning teacher moms. However, this advice could be for ANYONE! So stick with me even if you are not a mom. Heck, even the men will find […]