Podcasts about principals

Anchor Chat #26: The Feedback Loop — What Happens After the Walkthrough?In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on The Feedback Loop — What Happens After the Walkthrough?, emphasizing the critical role feedback plays in instructional growth. He discusses how timely, actionable follow-up after walkthroughs transforms observations into meaningful coaching conversations, strengthens practice, and drives continuous improvement. Dr. Woods challenges leaders to be intentional about closing the loop so feedback leads to impact—not just documentation.

A Quick Note to Listeners: Before this week's interview, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to answer a listener question.  —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP484: Brain-Body Literacy with Trish Keiller appeared first on Principal Matters.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Want a free leadership toolkit? Leave a review for the podcast, screenshot it, and email it to barb@barbflowerscoaching.com. I'll send one straight to your inbox as a thank-you.Are you leading your school while secretly running on empty? In this episode, we're diving into what principal burnout really looks like—and what you can do when you're exhausted but still expected to lead with clarity, confidence, and calm. Whether you're already feeling the weight of constant interruptions, decision fatigue, and emotional exhaustion, or you want to prevent burnout before it takes hold, this episode will help you reset. Barb breaks down burnout warning signs, the six burnout profiles she sees most often in principals, and three high-impact resets you can implement this week to reclaim your energy and protect your time.You'll learn how to set simple, realistic boundaries, build protected work blocks into your day, and use the TEA Cycle to shift the thoughts fueling your overwhelm. Barb also shares strategies for rebuilding your mental and physical energy—so you can reconnect to the parts of leadership you actually love. If you want practical tools for recovering from or preventing burnout, this episode is your roadmap back to feeling grounded, capable, and in control again.Check out The Principal's Burnout Toolkit

Joe Van Deman and Colin King are co-Founders and Principals of Circle City Capital Group   Listen to Circle City Success Podcast episode 224, where you'll hear Joe and Colin tell us about...   ● A business listing on Craigslist got them connected and how that connection led to months of dialogue including multiple business acquisitions ● The 8 brands they own and operate under four industry segments of their businesses: USA-Made apparel & soft goods, home decor, Montessori, and financial training & services ● The incredible growth of the USA Brands retail line The Vermont Flannel Company and Vermont Teddy Bear Company      Circle City Success Podcast Sponsors

Our Speaker is Mary Beth S sharing on the topic of Practicing Recovery Principals in Intimate Relationships. I have no idea where or when this was recorded but from the introduction she was given (that I removed) Im guessing at a convention or roundup. Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com Sober Cast has 3000+ episodes available, visit SoberCast.com to access all the episodes where you can easily find topics or specific speakers using tags or search. https://sobercast.com

#428> Divrei Sholom V'Emes: The Maskilic Manifesto And The Controversy (with Prof. Shmuel Feiner)> Episode sponsored by Paul Shaviv. For anyone involved in schools -Principals, Administrators, Presidents, Board members etc - Paul Shaviv's now-classic book on Jewish school management is indispensable!  Based on decades of experience in several major communities, and in schools across the Jewish spectrum - all you need to know!   ‘The Jewish High School:  A Complete Management Guide': https://amzn.to/49BkQyD> To purchase the new edition of Divrei Sholom V'Emes (ships from Israel): https://www.bialik-publishing.co.il/Words-of-Peace-and-Truth> To purchase the old edition (all 4 parts in one): https://amzn.to/49BkgkrSupport the show

Last month we heard from Dr. Jaime Aquino, the Superintendent of San Antonio Public Schools. Our episode to start out the new year is a conversation with the Principals of the two public Montessori schools in San Antonio- Natasha Akutekwe and Roxanna Montes. Their two schools comprise a Montessori Network and they talk about their experience as part of a network as well as part of a public school district.

Episode #128 is up!  Check it out!!!Special Guest Dr. John Craig joins Dr. Woods on episode #128 of Leading Out The Woods to discuss Growth Mindset. In this episode, they explore what it truly means to cultivate a growth mindset in schools, how leaders and educators can model it in practice, and why embracing continuous learning is essential for both personal and organizational growth. Together, they highlight strategies that support resilience, reflection, and sustained improvement in educational settings.

Throwback Thursday! Learning from Mistakes & Failure in the Classroom featuring Dr. Julie WarnerThis week, we're revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Warner discusses why she believes self-reflecting on mistakes and failure in your instructional practice is vital for improving your teaching.✅ Dr. Warner shares ​​several examples from her book, “Failure Before Success: Teachers Describe What They Learned from Mistakes.”Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.What if the tone of your entire building started with the thoughts you practice every day? In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, we're digging into how your core beliefs—about yourself, your staff, and your students—shape the way you lead. Your mindset is the emotional filter for your entire building, and often the thoughts running in the background are the ones driving your actions.You'll learn how to identify the beliefs influencing your leadership, reframe unhelpful thought patterns, and choose new thoughts that create confidence, calm, and clarity. We'll walk through simple reflection prompts to help you reset your mindset as you head into the second half of the school year. If you want to lead with intention and set a positive tone for your building, this episode will show you where to begin.Get free resources at principalfreebies.comCheck out my courses at the8to4principal.com

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4jpvb55 Episode description: In this episode of Insights Unlocked, I flip the mic on two of the podcast's regular co-hosts: Lija Hogan and Amrit Bhachu, both Principals of Experience Research Strategy here at UserTesting. Together, they dive into the evolving conversations they're having with customers as we head into 2026. From the rise of AI to the expanding role of UX researchers, Lija and Amrit unpack what's keeping experience teams up at night—and what's inspiring them. They explore how researchers are experimenting with AI to optimize workflows, the importance of validating generative outputs, and the new expectations being placed on teams to demonstrate impact across the business. The episode also explores the shift toward conversational interfaces and the operational challenges of supporting research at scale. Topics covered: How AI is changing research and design workflows The “garbage in, garbage out” risk with AI and how to overcome it Why researchers must become stronger business storytellers Building cross-functional empathy through insights Voice, gesture, and multimodal experiences as the next UX frontier Why research ops is critical to scaling insights across the org Advice for validating AI-driven outputs before they go public Whether you're a researcher, designer, or product leader, this episode will leave you with practical ways to experiment with AI and bring more human-centered thinking into your work. Resources & links Lija on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lija-hogan-894769/) Amrit on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amritsbhachu/) Nathan Isaacs on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanisaacs/) Learn more about Insights Unlocked: https://www.usertesting.com/podcast

  Get the book, Cultivating Exceptional Principals: A Guide for Principal Supervisors to Hire, Develop, and Retain School Leaders About The Authors Jasmine K. Kullar, EdD, is an assistant superintendent of a large metropolitan school district. She is also a faculty member in the College of Professional Studies Educational Leadership Department at Albany State University in Georgia.   Bruce R. Fraser, EdD, is an assistant superintendent with a metro Georgia school district. He has been in education for over 25 years, serving as teacher, principal at the elementary- and middle-school level, and director of human resources   Lisa M. Reddel recently retired as executive principal of school improvement in a large metropolitan school district in Northern Virginia. She has over 32 years of experience in schools and districts as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, district director, executive principal, and educational consultant.

Throwback Thursday! Loving Your Neighbor featuring Chris SingletonOriginally Released On: 7-28-2023This week, we're revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Chris shares his inspirational message of resilience, unity and forgiveness.✅ Chris discusses the way he works with schools, universities, and other organizations to promote love and acceptance of others. Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Does your school need a reset on behavior after the break? January is the perfect time for principals to pause, reflect, and reset Tier 1 behavior supports—before small issues turn into daily fires. In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, Barb Flowers walks you through how to treat January like a fresh start for behavior systems, even though it's midyear.Barb shares real examples from her own school, practical PBIS-aligned strategies, and mindset shifts that help principals move from reactive discipline to proactive systems. If behavior is consuming your day and keeping you from leading the way you want to, this episode will help you start the new year with clarity, consistency, and confidence.Get the Free PBIS Tier 1 Toolkit.Get my course, The Tier 1 Behavior Blueprint.

In this episode, Dr. Woods explores how the first moments of the school day shape everything that follows. From adult presence at arrival to clear routines and instructional warm starts, effective start-of-day systems create consistency, calm, and connection for both students and staff.Rather than leaving mornings to chance, Dr. Woods highlights how intentional structures—predictable arrival procedures, positive greetings, reinforced expectations, and aligned staff systems—reduce chaos and increase readiness to learn. When leaders and teachers are purposeful about the start of the day, they establish a tone that supports strong behavior, engagement, and instruction.This Anchor Chat reminds educators that the school day doesn't begin with the first lesson—it begins the moment students walk through the door.

What really makes a business attractive to buyers? Buyers weigh more than just financials. They consider risk, operations, and whether the business can run without you. Colin King and Joe Van Deman, Principals at Circle City Capital Group, Inc., know this firsthand. They've built a portfolio of 15 companies by acquiring businesses that many others have overlooked. Colin, a CPA and CFA, and Joe, a former Google employee, bring complementary skills for buying and growing companies. Their perspective offers owners a rare look at how serious buyers evaluate opportunities and negotiate deals.   In this episode, you will: Hear how buyers assess both financial and emotional factors in a deal Learn what makes a business unappealing to buyers right away Find out what makes a partnership last through tough deals   Highlights: (00:00) Meet Colin King and Joe Van Deman (02:29) How a Craigslist ad launched their partnership (07:37) Lessons from their first chaotic acquisition (11:32) What makes a business partnership work (15:50) How Circle City Capital Group is different from private equity (23:08) Turning risky businesses into profitable opportunities (33:03) Favorite companies in their portfolio (36:13) What instantly turns buyers off during negotiations (44:20) The changes that make businesses more sellable   Resources: For past guests, please visit https://www.defendersofbusinessvalue.com/   Follow Colin: Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colin-king-cpa-cfa-37045a38/   Follow Joe:  Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joevandeman/ Check out their portfolio of companies: Circle City Capital Group: http://circlecitycapitalgroup.com Profit Mastery: http://profitmastery.net The Vermont Flannel Company: https://www.vermontflannel.com/ Vermont Teddy Bear: https://vermontteddybear.com/ All American Clothing Co.: https://www.allamericanclothing.com/ Gusset Brand: https://gusset.com/ Silk Flower Depot: https://e-silkflowerdepot.com/ Dried Decor: https://www.drieddecor.com/ Montessori 'n Such: https://www.montessori-n-such.com/ Follow Ed: Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmysogland/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/defendersofbusinessvalue/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bvdefenders

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to⁠ outcomesrocket.com In fast-moving markets, too much information can feel reassuring, but it may actually be holding organizations back. In this episode, Sandy Richardson and Zoe Brown, Principals in Lumanity's Strategy Consulting team, explore how companies can move beyond information overload and build true competitive readiness through focus, collaboration, and action. They emphasize that real insight comes from asking the right questions and filtering out noise, rather than accumulating more data. Sandy and Zoe emphasize the importance of ongoing, structured collaboration between global and local teams to maintain competitive readiness as an active and embedded process, rather than a reactive one. Throughout the conversation, they touch on how scenario planning, simulations, and clear action plans enable organizations to prepare for uncertainty while maintaining focus on their core strategy. Tune in to learn how competitive readiness can become a living capability that helps your organization stay prepared, confident, and ahead of what's coming next! Resources Connect with and follow Sandy Richardson on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Zoe Brown on LinkedIn. Follow Lumanity on LinkedIn and explore their website!

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.What if you paused long enough to notice just how far you've actually come this year? In this episode, we're talking about the power of celebrating your leadership wins—big and small—and why principals rarely give themselves enough credit. I'm sharing simple reflection questions to help you recognize your growth, honor the hard things you navigated, and step into 2026 with intention and confidence.Reflection Questions in the Episode:What did I do this year that I once thought would be really hard—or even impossible?Where did I show courage or leadership even when I felt uncertain?What systems did I build or improve that made life easier for students and staff?What difficult situation did I navigate better than I would have in the past?Where did I grow as a leader?What did I accomplish this year that I am really proud of?Click HERE to get the 8 to 4 Principal Planner.

Christ-following Principals, Vice Principals, Guidance Counselors, and office staff within the public school system serve in a massive mission field.  So many in their profession have been misguided and deceived to believe that God has no place in the public schools and that in fact, He does not exist.  The religion taught in our public schools today is humanism – a religion as old as Noah.  We celebrate those believers who venture off to their public school administrative jobs today.  Take heart, you are not alone, and God has not been kicked out of the public schools because YOU ARE THERE, and He is there in YOU.  Maybe you are listening today and feel called to join your brothers and sisters in this challenging mission field.  Great.  You are desperately needed on the mission field of the public school system.  Never underestimate the power of obedience in a believer's heart to respond to God's call. 

Throwback Thursday! Authentic Literature featuring Dr. Donyall DickeyOriginally Released On: 5-7-2021This week, we're revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Dickey shares what authentic literature and how it should be used in teaching and learning.✅ Dr. Dickey discusses his book, Mitigating Curricular Chaos, which shares strategies on constructing and procuring core content curricula that addresses and mitigates the achievement gap.Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. 

Some principals say the Education Review Office isn't giving schools in poor communities enough credit for the challenges they face. Jason Miles, Vice President of the New Zealand Principals' Federation spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.What would your school—and your life—look like if you protected your time as fiercely as you protect everyone else's? In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, we break down the 5 Eight-to-Four Non-Negotiables that help principals get more done during the school day without sacrificing their evenings, weekends, and families. Barb walks you through a free planning guide to help you personalize these non-negotiables for your building. You can get the free guide HERE.Tune in and give yourself the space to lead with clarity, work with purpose, and go home on time—without guilt.

Episode #127 is up!  Check it out!!!Special Guest Vernon Wright joins Dr. Woods on episode #127 of Leading Out The Woods to discuss Connect. Impact. Scale. In this episode, Vernon shares his instructional leadership philosophy and the intentional ways he builds connections, empowers educators, and scales meaningful impact across school communities. Together, they explore practical strategies leaders can use to strengthen relationships, elevate instructional practice, and drive long-term success for both students and staff.

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to⁠ outcomesrocket.com In a crowded healthcare market, simply having data is no longer enough. In this episode, Sandy Richardson and Zoe Brown, Principals in Lumanity's Strategy Consulting team, talk about why organizations struggle to turn massive amounts of competitive intelligence into actionable strategy. They explain how today's “sea of sameness” makes true differentiation harder than ever, and how teams often remain “data rich but time poor,” missing early signals of competitive threats. They also break down how overreliance on clinical data, short planning cycles, and internal focus prevent companies from seeing the bigger picture and responding effectively. Tune in to learn how to transform information into insight, and insight into real competitive advantage! Resources Connect with and follow Sandy Richardson on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Zoe Brown on LinkedIn. Follow Lumanity on LinkedIn and explore their website!

Throwback Thursday! Episode #64: I Choose to StayOriginally Released On: 7-29-2022This week, we're revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Thomas-EL discusses why 'he chose to stay' in education.✅ Dr. Thomas-EL shares strategies on improving staff morale and capacity.Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today.

An Upper Hutt primary school principal says their workloads are comparable with secondary school principals, and they deserve a better pay offer. Principals who belong to the NZEI union have rejected the Government's latest collective agreement proposal. They say it fails to acknowledge their work. Birchville School Principal Robyn Brown told Heather du Plessis-Allan unlike secondary principals, they weren't offered a curriculum change allowance, and the pay rise amounts to a cut. She says primary school principals have far fewer people to implement curriculum change. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Have you noticed that the closer you get to winter break, the quicker every little problem seems to turn into a big one? The weeks leading up to winter break can magnify stress, fatigue, and frustration for both teachers and administrators — and if you're not intentional, that negativity can spread fast.In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, we unpack why December tends to amplify overwhelm and reactivity in school cultures and what it means for you as a leader. You'll learn how to recognize the emotional patterns that surface this time of year, understand what your staff is really needing beneath the complaints, and lead your building with steadiness when everyone else feels on edge.Tune in to explore leadership mindsets, emotional regulation tools, and practical moves that help you create stability, support your teachers, and keep your school grounded through one of the hardest months of the year — without burning yourself out in the process. Whether your staff is drained, irritable, or simply “over it,” this episode will help you show up with clarity, compassion, and confidence.Get my resources for navigating staff emotions and team dynamics.FREE DOWNLOADS*The Principal's Email DetoxDecisive Leadership- Free WorkshopPrincipal Checklist to Disconnect From SchoolBehavior Blueprint for PrincipalsThe Principal's Power Hour Blueprint

For over a decade, IoT failed to live up to the hype. Now? It's quietly become one of the most transformational forces in operations — not because the buzz came back, but because sensors got cheap, 5G arrived, and edge computing actually works. Join Zero100's VP, Research Advisory Services Lauren Acoba and Principals, Research Caroline Chumakov and Jenna Fink as they unpack why visibility tech is suddenly delivering ROI, where companies are still collecting data they'll never use, and how the best operators are moving from "find this thing" to preventing problems before they happen.Why IoT endured when other hyped tech faded (1:01)RFID vs BLE: When 4 cents beats $30 (03:36)How edge computing finally unlocked IoT's promise (07:11)IoT wins from Caterpillar, Maersk and Walmart (9:41)Why connectivity is now a strategic differentiator (13:49)"Instrumentation without intention": The expensive data trap (15:08)Measuring ROI — beyond visibility (17:55)

The Auditor-General has released its annual report on questionable spending by schools - and some stand out more than the rest. Sutton Park School spent $11,000 on a staff planning meeting at Sky City, Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Mangere spent $22,000 on a boat cruise, and Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Tonga o Hokianga spent $6,000 on a trip to Turkey for the principal with 'No clear business purpose.' The Ministry of Education says that over 2400 schools were audited and only a handful were 'commented on' by the auditor-general. Education Minister Erica Stanford blamed the previous government, saying that, 'It wasn't particularly fit for purpose and it didn't have good guard rails to prevent exactly what's happened.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Throwback Thursday! Student Content Creator featuring Rachelle Dene PothOriginally Released On: 3-12-2021This week, we're revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Rachelle shares her thoughts on students having input on the content they create in classrooms.✅ Rachelle discusses the paradigm shift from teachers being the “gatekeepers” of knowledge to more a facilitator of learning.Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Are behavior expectations slipping as holiday events, assemblies, and schedule changes take over your building? December can be exciting, but it can also be one of the toughest months for student regulation, staff consistency, and Tier 1 fidelity. In this episode, we unpack why behaviors tend to increase before break, what students may be silently carrying into the holidays, and how leaders can bring calm, clarity, and predictability when routines start to unravel.If you want to finish the semester strong without lowering expectations, this episode will help you refocus on what matters most and lead with intention—no matter how festive (or chaotic) it gets.Get The FREE PBIS Tier 1 Toolkit HEREGet my course, The Tier 1 Behavior Blueprint.

There's a belief support for first-time principals is falling short. Newstalk ZB analysis has found 970 principals quit in the past three years – one in five within their first year. Retirements jumped 26% over the same period. Secondary Principals' Council Chair Kate Gainsford told Mike Hosking other countries have solid systems to prepare principals, but we don't. She says part of the role teachers can get used to while they're middle and senior leaders, but part can't be learnt until you're actually in the role. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BIIE 232: Effective Strategies for Principals to Succeed featuring Jorge RivasThis week, Ryan sits with Jorge Rivas, a longtime educator and current principal at the Cornerstone Charter Academy in Central Florida. Jorge is the author of the book “Principals Matter: Highly Effective Leadership Strategies”, which came out earlier this year. Jorge shares his extensive experience in the education field of nearly 40 years as a teacher, counselor, director, supervisor, assistant principal, and principal, discussing how education has changed, the importance of principals, myths of what makes a school leader effective, his book, advice for early-career educators, and more. Tune in! You can find Jorge's book, “Principals Matter: Highly Effective Leadership Strategies,” on Amazon. Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasInEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed. Host: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair) Producer: Laura Blanco    

Throwback Thursday! Started from the Bottom, Now I'm Here Originally Released On: 6-18-21This week, we're revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Darrion discusses how he motivates and inspires his students and school community.✅ Darrion shares advice with other educators trying to make a positive impact with students at-risk.Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today.

Principals and a teachers union say they're stunned and disappointed there's no complete record of how many schools are finding asbestos from coloured sand. Kim Baker Wilson reports.

Some principals say their schools will be left tens of thousands of dollars out of pocket for asbestos sand decontamination and refurbishment costs.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.As a principal, it's easy to pour everything into your school and forget about yourself. But your mental health matters—because a healthy, grounded leader creates a healthy school.In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, Barb Flowers shares three essential strategies to protect your well-being as a school leader. You'll learn how to:Set and protect boundaries that allow you to truly leave work at workGive yourself grace and quiet the perfectionism and self-doubt that fuel burnoutReconnect with your why so you can rediscover purpose and joy in your roleWhether you're feeling stretched thin or simply need a reset, this episode will remind you that taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's essential leadership.

Regional associations representing hundreds of principals have penned open letters to Education Minister Erica Stanford urging her to slow down curriculum changes, reinstate school boards' obligations to honour the Treaty of Waitangi, and halt what they say is a ministerial takeover of teacher registration body the Teaching Council. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.What sets strong instructional leaders apart from those just managing the day-to-day? In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, you'll learn five key traits that help principals lead learning, not just logistics.You'll discover:Why great leaders see themselves as lifelong learners and model that for their staffHow to protect time for instructional leadership—even when the day gets chaoticWays to use evaluations, PD, and data as tools for genuine teacher growthHow to clearly communicate beliefs about teaching and learning so your vision sticksIf you've ever felt pulled away from instructional priorities by constant fires, this episode will help you refocus on what matters most—growing teachers, improving learning, and leading with purpose.Join us in The 8 to 4 Principal Leadership HubCheck out my free planner, The 8 to 4 Principal Planner.

The best questions come from the messy middle of transformation. Join Zero100's Principals, Research Caroline Chumakov and Jenna Fink, and Chief Research Officer Kevin O'Marah as they answer the questions keeping supply chain leaders up at night in our first mailbag episode: How do you balance quick AI wins with paradigm-shifting transformation? What actually measures Copilot's impact? And to what degree can organizational resistance slow change? Real questions, actionable answers.Introducing the Zero100 Mailbag (00:05) Balancing incremental vs transformational AI strategy (1:06) Manufacturing transformation: task automation or systems redesign? (5:00) Measuring Copilot productivity and AI ROI (10:02) How to manage organizational resistance and the quintile problem (13:42) What data improvements are needed before AI implementation? (18:10)

Principals often juggle a multitude of tasks and responsibilities, and they are constantly being asked to add more to their plate. Sometimes, you have to say “no” to say “yes” to something else. This week on Monday Matters, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke discuss the never-ending todo lists that many principals face. They talk about […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Less is More appeared first on Principal Matters.

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Have you ever walked into a PLC and instantly felt the tension in the air? In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, Barb unpacks why some teacher teams just can't seem to get along—and what you can do about it as a leader.You'll learn:How to identify hidden patterns and root causes behind team conflict (it's not always personalities).Mindset and empathy shifts that help you approach tough teams with calm and authority.Simple structures and coaching strategies to transform chaos into collaboration.Tune in to gain clarity, confidence, and a practical plan for your most challenging team dynamics.Do you want more support with working with teacher teams? Check out my Teacher Team Dynamics Toolkit or my Free Quick Guide to Navigating Challenging Teacher Dynamics