• Support systems are vital for effective leadership.
• Building a strong administrative team requires regular, substantive meetings.
• Closing the attitude gap is essential for student success.
• Engaging with the community is crucial for student development.
• Self-reflection and assessment are key to personal growth.
• Effective communication is a superpower in educational leadership.

• Embrace Failure as a Learning Tool:
• Shift from Top-Down to Collaborative Approaches:
• Set Clear and Relevant Goals:
• Innovate with Complexity in Mind:
• Foster Purpose and Belonging in Education

• When you know better, you do better.
• The book is a reflective tool to help teachers connect with their craft.
• Literacy practices are best accomplished through team work.
• Interdisciplinary thinking and planning help bring the content areas together and make learning more tangible for learners.
• The book provides practical, step-by-step guidance for new and veteran administrators and educators.

• The 90-90-90 strategies are applicable for all schools.
• Feedback should be intentional and aimed at improvement.
• Nonfiction writing is crucial for student achievement.
• Consistency in clarity, grading, and feedback fosters student motivation.
• The book provides practical, step-by-step guidance for new and veteran administrators and educators.

The Fearless Schools podcast team talks to the authors of section 1 ("Laying the Foundation: Fostering a Culture of Collaboration") of the Creative Leadership Solutions book, Fearless Instruction--to learn about the critical information behind the book. In addition to examining the inspiration of Dr. Reeves' 90/90/90 research, they discuss how teachers and leaders can utilize the book to help all students achieve, help all teachers collaborate effectively, and help all school leaders move their schools forward.

• Creativity and original thought are essential in the future of education.
• Confidence in leadership is crucial, but it can be challenging to maintain.
• Empowering others requires a shared mindset without overstepping authority.
• Vulnerability should not be mistaken for weakness in leadership.
• Recognizing and celebrating personal strengths is vital for self-esteem in leadership.
• Education often feels urgent, but many issues can be addressed calmly over time.
• Leaders should strive for continuous improvement while acknowledging their current successes.

• Reflection is a valuable tool for educational leaders.
• The podcast has reached listeners in over 30 countries.
• John Hattie's episode was the most downloaded.
• Listening is crucial for understanding needs and critical thinking.
• Collaboration enhances the experience--in schools and podcasts!
• Gratitude towards the audience and team is vital for growth.

• The weight of responsibility is felt on day one as a superintendent.
• Discourse within a team can lead to better decision-making.
• The pandemic provided an opportunity to reimagine education.
• Mentorship is key for aspiring educational leaders.
• Leadership is a journey that requires continuous reflection. 
• Walking in the shoes of students and staff provides invaluable insights.
• Work-life balance must be cultivated in current roles before advancing.
• Loneliness in leadership can be mitigated by seeking professional connections.

• Reinvention is a key theme in Hattie's career.
• Failure is not an end but an opportunity for growth.
• Effect size helps measure the impact of educational strategies.
• Homework can have varying effects based on its nature and implementation.
• Curiosity should be nurtured in students to foster learning.
• Understanding the context of learning is essential for effective teaching. Effect sizes are important, but implementation matters more.