A reflective collection of quotes that inspired growth, humility, and resilience, shared to help educators and leaders begin 2026 with purpose and perspective.
20 Inspirational Quotes to Start off 2026 Read More →
Forward, Together is about moving from conflict to community, collaboration over division, and building schools with people, not against them.
Forward, Together: How Focusing on Solutions Inspired My Latest Book Read More →
The reviews for my latest book, “Forward, Together: Moving Schools from Conflict to Community in Contentious Times,” have been coming in, and they have been much better than I
Find Your Passion, Find Your People: Lessons from “Forward, Together” Read More →
There are certain scenes in movies that stick with me long after I see them, not only because they are memorable but also because they bring a sense of
Why Knowing Your Own Path to Peace Can Make You a More Empathetic Educator Read More →
Keep your word and then go a little further. Doing what you say sets you apart, and exceeding expectations opens doors to trust, opportunity, and long term success.
The Power of Consistency: Do What You Say and Deliver More Than Expected Read More →
As I do when my brain needs a break, I was scrolling through social media and saw this wonderful video from Monroe Local Schools, with a microphone placed in the
How Celebrating Everyday Wins Can Transform School Culture Read More →
Years ago, I wrote a post titled “5 Questions to Ask Your Students To Start the School Year” (which I revisited this past July), and it is by far one
Using AI to Reframe Questions to Build Staff Strengths and a Better School Culture Read More →
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 →
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