Leaders influence change by earning trust first. People follow the messenger before the idea. Build relationships, improve delivery, and inspire growth.
How Trust Drives Change in Schools and Leadership Read More →
One of the strangest things that has happened over the last several years in my own learning is how many paper books I have read. In the last three
Choosing Curiosity and Connection in the Attention Economy Read More →
One of my favorite people in the world is Lainie Rowell. We first connected in 2020 on my podcast, and even though I just wanted to learn about her
From Admiration to Action: Why Reaching Out Can Create Life-Changing Opportunities Read More →
Success isn’t one-size-fits-all. What matters most is not where you learned, but what you can do with what you know—and how you define success for yourself.
Quitting isn’t always failure. Knowing when to pause can prevent harm and fuel tomorrow’s growth. One message reminded me it’s okay to stop and reset.”
Keep Going or Step Back? Finding the Fine Line Between Resilience and Risk Read More →
“Sharing a preview of Forward, Together, my new book on building trust, empathy, and stronger school communities in challenging times.”
Forward, Together: An Early Look at My Upcoming Book Read More →
A few weeks ago, I wrote an email newsletter on how, if we are not cognizant, technology can shape our behaviors (you can read the entire article here). However,
Shaping and Unshaping Technology: Guiding Learners Through Our Own Experience Read More →
Great leaders don’t avoid pushback, they invite it. Learn how creating space for challenge builds trust, fuels growth, and strengthens team collaboration.
Why Great Leaders Invite Challenge: Creating Safe Spaces for Honest Feedback Read More →
Change will happen whether we choose it or not. The difference comes in how we respond. Sometimes the setback we resist becomes the path to something better. Giving up feels easier in the moment, but going again tomorrow is what keeps our dreams alive.
From Giving Up to Going Again: Turning Struggles Into Second Chances Read More →
Culture is shaped by choices. You can accept what frustrates you, or you can model what inspires you. One action might not change everything, but it can start the ripple.
How to Change a Toxic Culture Without Losing Yourself Read More →
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