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What the mastermind is reading in SY 19-20
The mastermind is soooo much more than a book club, but we do read loads of great books. Time and again, members tell me that they appreciate what we read. I love the reading -- it has really inspired me and made me a more thoughful leader. -Rosemary We avoid books on...
Caleb Bonjour: How to Write and Publish a Book
Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast. This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker? A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Do you have a...
October 2019 Results
It would be ridiculous to set off on a road trip and ignore your dashboard for too long. On one such trip, I was driving from Champaign, IL to Memphis, TN. It's about a six-hour trip. Five hours in and I was making amazing time ... But I had been ignoring the...
Melissa Clark: Empowering Student Voice
Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast. This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker? A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Imagine a...
Maria Pakalomattom: Learning from Different Industries to Create an Amazing School Experience
Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast. This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker? A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Did you know...
Best Podcasts for School Leaders in the 2019-2020 School Year
I had to write a blog post on this topic. Not just because I have a podcast. And not just because I host the category-defining conversation on leadership and education. I had to write a post on the best podcasts for school leaders because my mission is to help school...
The Power of “Can-If”
Did you know that some scientists suggest there is an evolutionary advantage to optimism? Think about it -- pessimists can really take the wind out of your sails when trying to find solutions to complex problems. It’s as if your newly formed idea or project is a fully...
Staff Appreciation Ideas
My super-power is building community. I help people feel seen and heard. Yes, your people want autonomy and to work on creative projects. They also want to feel connected. They want to know they are a part of something bigger. Culture matters. My friend Jaime says...
Andie Kramer and Al Harris: What to do about Workplace Bias
Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast. This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker? A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Why is career...
