Welcome back to The Path Forward podcast! In today's engaging episode, your host Rick Fernandez is joined by guest, John Vaglienty, Executive Director of Secondary Education of Willis ISD. Together, they dive into a thought-provoking discussion centered around the future job landscape for students and the critical importance of adaptability, trade jobs, and effective principal leadership in schools.

As the world rapidly evolves, so do the opportunities and challenges awaiting students entering the workforce. Rick and John navigate this dynamic terrain, exploring the emerging trends and potential career paths that lie ahead. They shed light on the key skills and qualities students should cultivate to thrive in this ever-changing professional landscape.

Guest: John Vaglienty

Time Stamps & Show Notes: 

(00:00 - 01:07) Introduction 

(01:08 - 04:29) About our guest 

(04:30 - 06:20) Adapting with technology 

(06:21 - 09:29) The change in leadership style 

(09:30 - 17:00) Exposing new opportunities 

(17:01 - 23:14) Building better teachers with feedback

(23:15 - 29:37) Home life 

(29:38 - 30:08) Closing