The Empowered Principal Podcast

As we reach the end of another school year, I'm focusing on an essential leadership practice that many principals overlook - creating meaningful closure. This process isn't just about completing tasks and checking boxes, it's about intentionally reflecting on our accomplishments and growth throughout the year.   Tune in this week as I explore why many school leaders resist celebrating their accomplishments, and how this resistance impacts our ability to model self-reflection for our staff and students. By examining our relationship with celebration and redefining what it means to acknowledge our work, we can create powerful closure practices that benefit our entire school community.   Find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/387

In this episode, I sit down with Steven Puri, a fascinating guest who had an extremely successful career in Hollywood, but has traded that in to help remote workers master flow, productivity, and efficiency. Though not my typical education-focused guest, Steven brings fresh perspectives on productivity, focus, and creative problem-solving that directly apply to school leadership.    Tune in this week as Steven Puri shares powerful insights about flow states, mono-tasking, and creating dedicated spaces for deep work. Through Steven's stories from film production and tech entrepreneurship, we explore how to break unproductive cycles and find more fulfillment in our work.    Find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/386

Have you ever faced backlash from parents when announcing teacher changes or reassignments?   This is a fascinating dynamic in education that doesn't exist in most other industries - the intense attachment parents develop to specific teachers rather than to the educational experience itself.   How do you deal with the unnecessary tension this teacher-attachment cycle creates between school leaders and families who feel entitled to specific teaching personnel? Tune in this week for a leadership approach that honors teachers as professionals with career aspirations while ensuring students receive high-quality education regardless of who stands at the front of the classroom.   To check out The Aspiring School Leader series or to find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/385

Have you ever wondered why so many school leaders gain weight after transitioning from teaching to administration?    This week, I sit down with my dear friend and certified life coach Jena Damiani to unpack what we jokingly call the "admin 30" – those unwanted pounds that seem to appear overnight when you step into a leadership role. As both a school leader and a weight loss coach, she brings a unique perspective to this common but rarely discussed challenge.   Join us on this episode as we dive into the five key reasons principals gain weight and why traditional weight loss approaches often fail in the high-stress environment of school leadership.    To check out The Aspiring School Leader series, Jena's 20 Pounds Down program, or to find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/384

Are you stepping into your first year as a school principal?    The excitement of landing that leadership position can quickly collide with the overwhelming reality of what the job actually entails. As a new leader, you're not just taking on a new role – you're embarking on a personal development journey that will stretch your mental, emotional, and physical capacity in ways you never imagined.   Join me for some real talk this week about what you need to know as you transition into school leadership.    To check out The Aspiring School Leader series, sign up for Essentials for New School Leaders, or to find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/383

Are you overcome with guilt whenever you need to take a sick day? And even then, do you try to brush it off, pretend it isn't happening, and attempt to push through?   This week, I address a profound issue that came up during a recent EPC call with one of my clients. She was dragging herself to work despite being sick for two weeks, feeling guilty about the burden she was placing on her husband at home. This sparked an important conversation about how, particularly as women, we're conditioned to be A+ at everything—partners, parents, friends, housekeepers, and school leaders—often at the expense of our own wellbeing.   To check out The Aspiring School Leader series, sign up for Essentials for New School Leaders, or to find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/382

Do you ever feel that pang of anxiety when you realize you've missed an important meeting or weren't included in a crucial conversation?   If you're navigating this tension between wanting to know everything happening in your school and district versus recognizing what information you actually need to fulfill your leadership responsibilities, this episode is for you.   This week, we'll explore the fascinating psychology behind our desire to "be in the know" and how this need often stems from deeper places than we realize.    To check out The Aspiring School Leader series, sign up for Essentials for New School Leaders, or to find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/381

Have you ever felt like you're drowning in the demands of school leadership?   Like you're constantly choosing between being a good leader and having a life outside of school?   You're not alone.   In this week's episode, I sit down with Jeff Linden of the Education Leadership with Principal JL podcast to share my journey from feeling completely overwhelmed as a first-year principal to discovering how to lead with intention while maintaining work-life balance.   To check out The Aspiring School Leader series, sign up for Essentials for New School Leaders, or to find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/380

As we enter April and the final season of this school year, this is the perfect opportunity to examine our intentions and how we're showing up in our lives.   Many of us feel stretched too thin—not feeling "good enough" in our various roles as educators, parents, partners, or friends. This overwhelming sensation often stems from trying to do too much without clear intention. When we operate on autopilot, moving robotically through our days, we miss the richness life has to offer.   This week, I invite you to raise the bar—not from a place of insufficiency, but from a desire for greater satisfaction and joy.   To check out The Aspiring School Leader series, sign up for Essentials for New School Leaders, or to find the full episode show notes and transcript, click here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/379  

Do your teachers ever come to you with perceived problems they want your help solving? It's easy to get caught up in trying to solve every issue that comes your way, but what if some of those "problems" aren't really problems at all?   In this episode, I share a powerful coaching conversation I had with a principal who was struggling with a teacher collaboration issue. We uncovered some key insights about how we can sometimes create our own problems by making assumptions and trying to force everyone to fit into the same box. I invite you to consider a different approach to teacher collaboration - one that allows for flexibility, diversity, and acceptance among our staff members. By embracing individual differences and empowering teachers to find creative solutions, we can create a more harmonious and effective school culture.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/378

As a leadership coach, I've observed various leadership styles and approaches, and I've noticed that many school leaders are feeling distressed, concerned, and angry about the current state of education. The impact of leadership changes on schools, districts, communities, families, and students can be significant, and it's natural to feel a sense of uncertainty and fear.   I explore the reasons why we fear change and offer practical strategies for navigating the challenges of leadership during times of uncertainty. You'll learn how to slow down your mind, quiet your worries, and lead with clarity and confidence, even in the face of chaos and unpredictability.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/377

I share an excerpt from my Relationship Mastery program that dives into how to identify and approach people who engage in conflict for their own personal gain. Through my own journey with professional and personal relationships, I've gained valuable insights on how to navigate these tricky situations.   Join me as we explore ways to create awareness around this behavior and tools to help shut it down. While we can't control how long someone chooses to stay mad, we can control how we approach the situation and maintain our own sense of peace and alignment.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/376

I dive into the concept of the two inner voices we all have - the voice of truth and the voice of fear. Understanding the role and purpose of each voice is crucial for school leaders who want to make aligned decisions and build strong relationships.   Join me as I explain how to recognize these two voices and share strategies for tuning into your voice of truth more often. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with a powerful framework for navigating your inner world and showing up as a more authentic leader.    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/375

I sit down with Kristi Simons, a former teacher turned life coach who specializes in helping teens develop emotional intelligence and essential life skills. Through her own journey of self-discovery and transformation, Kristi has gained invaluable insights into the power of mindfulness, self-love, and embracing the full spectrum of human emotions.   We dive deep into the challenges teens face in today's world and explore practical strategies for cultivating resilience, confidence, and a deep connection to one's inner truth. Whether you're a teen looking to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence or an adult seeking to reconnect with your authentic self, this episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to embrace all that life has to offer.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/374

I dive deep into the psychology behind our to-do lists and shares my insights on how to create a list that truly serves you. Let's explore the emotional relationship we have with our lists and how it impacts our ability to prioritize, delegate, and follow through on our commitments.   Get ready to revolutionize your approach to task management and discover how to create a to-do list that empowers you to take control of your time and energy. By the end of this episode, you'll have the tools and mindset shifts needed to make your to-do list work for you, not against you.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/373

In this deeply personal and vulnerable episode, I share a raw and unfiltered message that I recently posted in my public Facebook group for school leaders. I dive deep into the struggles that so many principals and administrators face, especially when they're new to the role or dealing with particularly challenging situations.   If you're suffering emotionally and feeling like you're not cut out to be a leader, this episode is for you. I offer validation, support, and practical tips for acknowledging your pain and moving through it with grace and resilience. You'll come away feeling seen, heard, and empowered to keep showing up as the leader your school needs.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/372

In this raw and personal episode, I dive into what it feels like to be wrongly accused and labeled as the "bad guy" in leadership. I share my own experiences of being blamed for other people's feelings, decisions, and actions - and how I learned to navigate those painful situations with grace and empowerment.   Join me as we explore the duality of leadership, the importance of emotional regulation, and how to stand confidently in your truth even when others misunderstand or attack you. You'll learn practical tools for processing difficult emotions, discerning what feedback to take on, and maintaining your identity as a good person and leader, no matter what labels others cast upon you.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/371

In this episode, we'll explore why change is essential and how it can lead to innovation, creativity, and evolution in our schools. I share my own personal journey with change and how I've learned to embrace it rather than resist it.   Get ready to shift your mindset and see change in a whole new light. We'll discuss practical strategies for not only accepting change but actually celebrating it. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the tools and perspective to lead your school through change with confidence and enthusiasm.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/370

In this episode, I'm diving deep into the root causes of the Sunday Scaries and offering practical strategies to shift your mindset and approach the week ahead with confidence and clarity. As a school leader, your mental and emotional well-being is crucial to your success and the success of your school. It's time to break free from the cycle of worry and embrace a more empowered way of leading.   I share insights from my own journey as a principal and a coach, as well as proven techniques to help you overcome the Sunday Scaries and step into your full potential as a school leader. Get ready to transform your Sundays from scary to satisfying and set yourself up for a week of purpose, productivity, and positive impact.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/369

As a principal, it's easy to swing between being too nice and too strict in an attempt to avoid conflict or prove your authority. But what if there was a better way to respond to criticism and lead with confidence? Join me as we unpack the layers of defensiveness and discover how to communicate more effectively, even in challenging situations.   By the end of this episode, you'll have a new perspective on defensiveness and practical strategies for managing your emotions and interactions as a school leader. Let's dive in and learn how to turn down the volume on stress and turn up the empowerment in your leadership journey!   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/368

The last few years have brought significant shifts in my personal life, and I'm so grateful to have had the support of coaching to navigate the intense emotions and challenges that came with it. Coaching has been an absolute game-changer for me, allowing me to rewrite the script, find joy amidst the pain, and come out stronger on the other side.   I dive into the power of shifting our focus from trying to change people to looking at the systems in place. When we take the "shoulds" off the table and instead get curious about what is actually happening and why, we open the door to more effective problem-solving and solutions. It's a mindset shift that can transform the way we lead and support our teams.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/367

In this powerful episode, I share the game-changing concept of "The Solution Cycle" - a framework that has transformed the way I approach leadership challenges. By shifting your mindset and focusing on generating solutions rather than dwelling on problems, you can tap into a newfound sense of clarity, confidence, and momentum.   Join me this week as I walk you through the steps of The Solution Cycle and reveal how this approach can help you overcome any obstacle, inspire your team, and create lasting impact in your school.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/366    

In this episode, I share insights from a recent coaching call with one of my amazing clients who is a first-year principal. Through her example, I explore how to create next level results for your school by focusing on enhancing the quality of the experience for everyone within your community, and it goes beyond more than just academics.   Learn how to create a vision for your school that goes beyond test scores and metrics, and instead focuses on how people think, feel, and engage with the environment, curriculum, and each other. I share how I help one of my clients do this for her school, and invite you to explore what's possible when you aim for extraordinary results.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/365

I'm here this week to tell you that there is a way to silence the overwhelm - or at least turn down its volume. My guess is that you're currently trying to outrun the overwhelm by working harder and faster, but the truth is it's only leading to even more of it. The key is to stop, take a breath, and listen to what your emotions are trying to tell you, and I guide you through this process in this episode.   I share my insights on managing the emotional intensity and fatigue that can come with being a school leader. Learn the value of stopping to listen to what your overwhelm has to offer you. Discover what happens when you slow down and get specific about what's working and what needs adjustment. I also share my top tips for untangling overwhelm so you can return to doing what you love as a school leader.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/364

I sit down with Andra Bostic and Sarah Murphy, the founders of The Principal Exchange, to discuss how their platform is revolutionizing the way principals access support and resources. Andra and Sarah bring a wealth of experience to the table, having worked as classroom teachers, reading specialists, instructional coaches, and administrators in public education. Through their work, they've traveled the country, building relationships with principals and gaining a deep understanding of the unique challenges they face.   Learn about The Principal Exchange platform and how it provides an online marketplace where principals can find and share resources, connect with colleagues, and access the support they need to thrive in their roles. Andra and Sarah also share their vision for the platform and discuss how it's helping principals overcome isolation, burnout, and the daily struggles of school leadership.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/363

If you find yourself stressed out about walkthroughs, it's an indication that you have some internal work to do as a principal around your thoughts about yourself and your work. The great news is that when you learn how to create psychological safety for yourself around the walkthrough process, you can do the same for your teachers. And in this episode, I show you how to banish walkthrough anxiety for good.   Tune in this week as I dive deep into the reasons why walkthroughs cause so much stress and anxiety for both principals and teachers. I explore the childhood roots of why feedback can feel so scary. I also share concrete strategies that will help you build your confidence as a principal and create a school culture where walkthroughs become a positive, stress-free experience for you and your teachers.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/362

“Equal value but different” is a powerful concept that has transformed the way I think about my work as a school leader and my relationships in my personal life. It's the idea that every person has inherent worth and value to offer, even if it looks different from what we typically prioritize or celebrate.   Learn what the concept of “equal value but different” means, how you can apply this concept to your school community and personal life, and the impact it could have on staff morale, collaboration, and student success.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/361

As an educator and school leader, it's easy to get caught up in the endless demands of the job - pleasing your staff, students, parents, and district, putting out fires, and chasing external metrics of success. We think experiencing pleasure and delight in our work is irresponsible, but this week, I challenge the deeply ingrained belief that feeling good is at odds with being a committed, effective school leader.   Hear my own journey of breaking free from the "pleasure is irresponsible" mindset, and what happens when you do the same. Learn how the unspoken rules you're currently believing may be holding you back from truly thriving as a leader, and how intentionally flipping the script will create positive change for your entire school community.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/360    

Leaders are often obsessed with “doing,” and this approach comes with a certain kind of hustling or forcing energy. People forcefully create results in their lives all the time, but is that the way you want the experience of school leadership to feel?    Join me this week as I explore the concept of "feel good goals" and how balancing masculine and feminine energy can help you create a more fulfilling and impactful leadership experience. I also share a powerful insight from a coaching conversation I had with a client where she realized that by shifting her focus from what teachers are doing to how they are feeling, she could transform her approach to instructional leadership.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/359    

In this episode, I'm joined by Nicola Soares, president of Kelly Education: a company that specializes in providing talent services to school districts across the United States. With a background as a public school social studies teacher, Nicola understands the challenges that principals face when it comes to finding qualified substitute teachers. She's here to debunk the myth that there's a shortage of high-quality substitute teachers who want to work for your school.   Discover how partnering with a service like Kelly Education can help you build a community of long-term and short-term substitute teachers who are passionate about empowering students and supporting your school's mission. Hear why keeping your classes covered doesn't need to be a burden, the importance of shifting your mindset around substitute teachers, and how Kelly Education's approach will save you time, money, and stress.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/358

Many educators struggle with the decision to stay or go, feeling a profound sense of commitment to their work even when it's no longer serving them. That's why this week, I explore the concept of retirement resistance and how it can keep principals trapped in a cycle of burnout and dissatisfaction.   Whether you're considering retirement or a career change, this episode will help you gain clarity on your motivations and empower you to make a decision that aligns with your values and goals. I share insights from a client who recently made the decision to retire after years of feeling torn about it, and show you how to imagine your life outside of education and take back agency over your time and energy.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/357

Do you ever feel discouraged or distraught by your school's performance score? As a principal, it's easy to take these ratings very personally and let them define your sense of success or failure as a leader. If you find yourself getting caught up in the trap of chasing perfection or letting a low score define your worth as a leader, this episode is for you.    I provide some perspective on school scores and how they can impact your mental and emotional well-being as a principal. Your school score does not define you, your staff, your students, or your school. In this episode, I invite you to focus on the sufficiency of where your school is at right now and celebrate the progress you're making.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/356      

This week, I sit down with Dr. Jamay Fisher who brings a unique perspective to the topic of public image and school leadership. As an academic advisor and branding expert who has worked in both education and politics, Dr. Jamay sheds light on the importance of intentionally shaping your reputation and legacy to make a bigger impact in education, and what it takes to be a top-class leader.   Hear how to build an empowering public image that expands your reach and impact. Dr. Jamay shares valuable insights on the importance of being intentional about crafting your public image. She also offers strategies for proactively managing your public relations, withstanding turbulence, and taking charge of your legacy.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/355

Whether you're in the midst of the fall dip, dealing with a challenging situation, or simply feeling the weight of your responsibilities, empowered school leadership is all about the ability to regulate your emotions. That's why, this week, I share a powerful practice for grounding yourself and guide you through the skill of emotional regulation.   Join me in this short and sweet episode as I show you how to master emotional regulation. Hear why this practice helps you find your center and lead from a place of clarity when you're feeling triggered, exhausted, or emotionally dysregulated. Discover how developing this skill can transform both your professional and personal life.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/354  

In this episode, I explore the three different hats you wear as a leader: the leader, the teacher, and the student. By understanding and embracing these roles, you can expand your capacity to handle everything that comes your way and inspire others to develop their own empowerment.   Learn why we slip out of empowerment when we're mentally, physically, or emotionally exhausted, and the importance of leveraging emotions as a tool for growth. Hear how to embrace the three different identities of leader, teacher, and student that you embody, and the importance of being a lifelong learner.    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/353    

The fear of insufficiency is a universal emotion that plagues everyone from leaders to students. The good news is that while our brains love to seek evidence for all the ways we're insufficient in both school leadership and our lives outside of work, we get to redirect and reframe our thoughts, and I show you how in this episode.    Learn what it means to feel insufficient and how we can overcome this debilitating fear. Hear why our brains want us to fear insufficiency, the difference between actual insufficiency versus perceived insufficiency, and a new perspective that will help you harness self-love and self-acceptance the next time insufficiency rears its ugly head.    Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/352    

In this episode, I talk with my long-time client Wendy Cohen, an assistant principal in New York City, about her journey of becoming a runner and how it accelerated her growth as a school leader. Coaching has taught her many lessons that have helped her navigate the ups and downs of training for a 25K trail race. But the biggest one is the power of celebrating small wins, reframing challenges as opportunities, and the importance of focusing on one area of growth at a time.    Discover the difference it makes when you can celebrate every little win as a school leader. Wendy shares valuable insights on time management, maintaining a growth mindset, and how the skills she developed through running have translated to her role as a school leader.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/351

Do you ever feel like you're constantly chasing organization but never quite achieving it? How often do you catch yourself saying, “I need to get organized”? If you're ready to finally break free from the endless cycle of chasing organization and step into your most organized self yet, you're in the right place.   Learn what it really means to be an organized principal and leader, and how one subtle mindset shift can make all the difference. Hear practical strategies to assess your current level of organization, and how to shift from a scarcity mindset around organization to one of sufficiency and ease.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/350  

A conversation with a parent about a classroom assignment change doesn't have to be contentious, anxiety-ridden, or reflect negatively on you as a principal. It's not about your expertise, professionalism, or ability to make decisions. It's about a parent who wants the best for their child, and in this episode, you'll learn how to respond to these requests with intention rather than reaction.   Learn how to handle even the most challenging class assignment requests with confidence and grace. Hear practical strategies for getting to the root of a parent's concerns, the importance of validating their emotions without giving in to demands, and my top tips for finding creative solutions that work for everyone.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/349

Today, I share my journey from feeling completely powerless in my early years as a principal to founding a program that helps school leaders reconnect with their personal power. The truth is, the current education system leaves most principals feeling burned out, overwhelmed, and unfulfilled. But it doesn't have to be this way.   Discover how expanding your mind to what's possible and rewriting the script of who you are as a leader can create a magical experience beyond what you ever thought was realistic or attainable. If you're ready to love both your career and your life, this episode is for you.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/348

Planning is an essential element of leadership, but too often, we develop a negative relationship with the process. We set goals that feel constrictive, scary, or disconnected from what we truly want to create. But what if instead of planning from a place of fear and doubt, we planned as though we were guaranteed to succeed?   I share a powerful framework for valuable planning that will transform the way you lead. Explore the secrets to becoming a pro at creating experiences that delight your students, staff, and community. You'll also discover the key difference between a goal and a plan, how to plan with purpose, and the importance of enjoying the creative planning process.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/347

As a school leader, it's easy to get caught up in what others are doing and feel like you're not measuring up. But the truth is, their path is different from yours, and it's important to focus on your own journey. If you're struggling with compare and despair triggers, you're in the right place because in this episode, I show you how your feelings of insufficiency are just thought errors, not reality.   Learn how to recognize your compare and despair triggers, and more importantly, how to reframe them. Hear how you might be weaponizing other people's accomplishments against yourself, how to take ownership of your wins, and how to lead from a place of sufficiency to not only change your leadership experience but also inspire those you lead.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/346

Your identity is simply what you believe about yourself and what you're capable of learning, doing, experiencing, handling, creating, and having. You can hold firm to your identity if it's currently serving you well, but if you feel restless or stuck on repeat, it might be time for an identity shift. Today, you will learn how evolving your identity is the key to expanding your impact, productivity, and fulfillment as a principal.   Hear why intentionally redefining how you see yourself, what you believe you're capable of, and who you want to become are essential for achieving your biggest goals and dreams, both professionally and personally. You will also learn a simple but transformative process for upgrading your identity so you can show up as your most empowered self.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/345

In this episode, I share my insights on radical empowerment - what it means, why it matters, and how to embody it as a school leader. Get ready for a perspective shift that will transform how you lead.   Discover how to balance being the boss with compassion, navigate difficult emotions, and see the potential in everyone on your campus. It's time to stop seeking external validation and step into your most empowered self. Let's go!   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/344

The school leader's job description often requires being an expert in it all while doing everything at once. Whether you're making the shift from good to great or great to exceptional, you are not alone if you feel like you don't know what you're doing. That's why it's my mission to make leadership development a mainstream practice in every school community, and I show you how I'm doing this in today's episode.   Learn why we desperately need leadership development for all school principals and the common patterns and experiences I've witnessed among brand-new leaders. I share how The Empowered Principal Collaborative is the container you need if you're ready to stop feeling in over your head and cultivate the confidence necessary to be the leader your school needs.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/343

In this episode, I'm diving deep into how you can define what truly matters to you as a leader… but it doesn't stop there. Consistently acting in accordance with the values you set out is the other half of the equation, and I'm showing you how to do that every step of the way.   I tackle a foundational element of school leadership: aligning yourself with your core values. Learn the power of knowing you're leading with alignment and authenticity, a framework for identifying the values that guide you as a leader, and practical tips for integrating those values into everything you do as a school leader.    Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/342

Whether your PD day happens at the end of July, August, or even in September, I encourage you to start thinking about it right now. Many of you are expected to facilitate PD days for your teachers, but it can often feel like you're being told what to do and how to do it by your district, which can be stressful. You want to lead a PD day that you believe in, and I'm showing you how.   Hear why you have more agency than you might currently think when it comes to creating the PD experience you want your teachers to have, and my top tips for curating the most effective, efficient, and productive Professional Development day possible.    Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/341      

In this Back to Basics episode, you're hearing an interview with one of my clients that is so well-loved by The Empowered Principal podcast audience. Wendy Cohen has coached with me for several years, and in this conversation, you're hearing her journey from classroom teacher to first-year school principal.    Wendy shares her journey to becoming a school leader at 30 years old, and how our work together has not only transformed her career but her personal life too. We're exploring the hesitations she had about coaching together, some of the biggest professional and personal growth she's experienced, and how she made becoming an empowered principal an inevitability.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/340    

Today, I'm joined by two special guests with an important message to share. Shelly Wilfong and Ryan Donlan coauthored a powerful book, bringing hope and inspiration to school leaders everywhere. The book is called Ensuring Teachers Matter: Where to Focus First So Students Matter Most, and it's all about the topic of mattering.   Tune in this week to discover how to help your teachers feel energized and valuable in the work they do. When teachers and administrators feel like they matter, everybody in your school benefits, and you'll learn in this episode how to support your teachers so they can feel valued and, in turn, support the students to the best of their abilities.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/339

There's no school leader on the planet who doesn't ever get it wrong, misspeak, or make a decision they later regret. We're all human, and spinning in guilt, avoiding your negative thoughts and feelings, or criticizing yourself endlessly doesn't help. If you want to go into the new school year feeling fresh and ready to go, you must let go of any past thoughts, memories, or decisions that are weighing you down.   If you're ready to create a self-concept that empowers you in the new school year, join me this week to learn the power of letting go. I'm showing you what happens when you don't reconcile any negative thoughts or feelings you're experiencing about the past school year, the simplest way to let go, and prompts that will help you see where you might need to practice letting go.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/338

The reality of school leadership is that there's always too much to do and never enough time to do it. With countless projects, events, and instructional coaching sessions vying for attention, it's easy to get lost in the chaos. Instead of simply coaching you to manage your thoughts, I'll be sharing actionable steps on what to do when the pressure is on and everyone is looking to you for support.   Discover how to give yourself permission to stretch your boundaries when needed and how to plan your workload to alleviate stress. Don't miss out on these valuable insights that will help you lead with intention and reclaim your sense of control.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/337