The Group Project Podcast

Jerry Gallagher - Partner with The Donovan Group, School Communications Specialists - was this week's guest. 

Nancy Blow - Executive Director of the Iowa Association of School Business Officials - was this week's guest. 

Chris Deason - Ballard (IA) High School Principal - reflects on his first year as a head principal. 

Michelle Hill - Director of Work-Based Learning for the Waukee APEX Program - was this week's guest. 

Dr. Darrin Peppard - former school leader and current speaker, author, and entrepreneur - shares ideas on building school culture, coaching school administrators, and the life of an entrepreneur. 

Bobby Pollicino - Head of Upper School at the Bullis School in Potomac, MD - shares ideas on distributed leadership, 1:1 meetings, his best daily habits, and writing "The Principled Leader."

Kevin Sims - Superintendent of the Minco (OK) Community School District - shares ideas on trusting employees, using social media, embracing physical fitness, and visiting Oklahoma City. 

Shauna Smith - Director of Instruction for the Marshalltown (IA) Community School District - shares ideas on building relationships, improving culture, and using social media. 

Adam Lane - Haines City (FL) High School Principal - shares what it's like to be high school principal of 3,000 students. 

Christy Lamb & Karen Hile - two principals from Kansas City better known as "The Modern Principal" - are back on the show again!! 

In this episode I share diet tips and workout routines that will help you get SHREDDED at any age!!

Check out this EXCLUSIVE interview with bestselling author Susan Scott as she previews her new book: "Fierce Love"  |  Check out Susan's new website at SusanScott.io

In this episode I share 10 of my best tips for school leadership interviews - specifically for the role of superintendent. 

In this fascinating interview, Anesa Kajtazovic shares how she escaped the Bosnian War and became the first Bosnian-American elected to public office in the United States. 

In this special 100th episode, we bring Mark Horstman back to the show to take a closer look at 1:1 meetings and effective delegation. Mark is co-founder of Manager Tools, author of "The Effective Manager," and creator of the "Manager Tools Podcast" - which has over 250 million downloads. 

Rae Hughart - educator, author, and CXO for the Teach Better Team - was this week's guest.

Check out this behind the scenes interview with Dr. Roark Horn - the Executive Director of the School Administrators of Iowa. 

Dr. Christine Trujillo - Superintendent of the Gilbert (IA) School District - was this week's guest. 

Trevor Ragan - founder of Train Ugly and The Learner Lab - gives us a behind the scenes look at his new book!

Stacey Green - the 2020 Kansas Elementary Principal of the Year - was this week's guest.

Dr. Trent Grundmeyer - Founder of Grundmeyer Leader Services - shares everything you need to know to help you land your next school administration job! 

Teresa Hill - the 2021 Arizona Secondary Principal of the Year - was this week's guest.

In this episode, I discuss my battle with panic attacks and generalized anxiety disorder.

Steve Paterson - the 2022 New Hampshire Middle School Principal of the Year - was this week's guest.

Ali Locker -  Director of Elementary Teaching & Learning for the Waukee (IA) School District - was this week's guest.

Dr. Derrick Joel - Superintendent of the Fort Dodge (IA) School District - was this week's guest.

In this episode, we address the issue of teacher burnout. 

Brent Barry - the 2022 Oregon Superintendent of the Year - was this week's guest.

Dr. Matt Adams - Superintendent of the Woodward-Granger (IA) School District - was this week's guest. 

Dr. David DeJong - University of South Dakota Associate Professor & Division Chair of Educational Leadership - was this week's guest.

Dr. Dil Uswatte - the 2020 Alabama Elementary Principal of the Year - was this week's guest.

In this episode, Lauren Ross and Raegan McCullough - co-founders of "The Healthy Teacher" - share fitness, dieting, and mental health advice for school leaders. 

Jill Clevenger - the 2020 Nebraska Elementary Principal of the Year - was this week's guest. 

Melissa Barlow - the 2021 Oklahoma High School Principal of the Year - was this week's guest. 

In this episode, I share everything I learned while writing my first book: "Learning Curve: Lessons Learned on Education, Leadership, and Personal Growth."

In this episode, Kansas City area elementary principals Christy Lamb and Karen Hile  - better known as "The Modern Principal" - share their advice with school leaders. 

On this special episode, Tyler "TyDeBo" Debondt shares everything educational leaders need to know Twitch, YouTube, gaming, and the future of entertainment. 

Check out this behind the scenes interview with Dr. Ann Lebo - the Director of the Iowa Department of Education. 

Jonathan Glawe - 2021 Michigan String Teacher of the Year - helps school leaders understand what to look for in strong music teachers and programs. 

Jen Burdis - American Ninja Warrior and elementary school teacher - talks about energizing kids and communities across the US. 

Dr. Kevin Dyson - Franklin (TN) High School Principal - discusses his transition from NFL receiver to school administrator. 

Chris deNeui - 2021 Iowa Elementary Principal of the Year - shares the ups and downs of her leadership journey. 

Mark Lane - Decorah (IA) Superintendent and the 2019 Iowa Central Office Administrator of the Year - reflects on his first two years as a superintendent. 

Have you ever been told you didn't get a job because you "lacked experience?" In this episode, we discuss how minimal correlation exists between employee experience and workplace performance. 

Dr. Adam Zellmer - Shared Superintendent of Eldora-New Providence and Hubbard-Radcliffe (Iowa) School Districts - discusses what it's like to being the superintendent of two school districts. 

Dr. Sara Shahbazi - University of Windsor (Ontario) Instructor and ELL Instructional Coach - talks all things English Language Learners. 

Dr. Basil Marin - educator, mentor, and "Disruptor of Status Quo" - tells his story from growing up in alternative school to becoming a rising star in educational leadership. 

Dr. Eric Knost - current Lewis Central (IA) and former Missouri superintendent - shares his leadership principles. 

Alyson Gerber - critically-acclaimed middle grades author - discusses her new book "Taking Up Space."

Dr. Stacey Cole - Storm Lake (IA) Superintendent - shares her thoughts on lifting voices in her community, challenges for women in leadership, making bold decisions, and "lollipop" moments. 

Mike Johnson - Financial Planner and Owner of Teacher Wealth - discusses all things personal finance during this informative episode.