In this episode, Anne-Marie Kee (Lakefield College School, ON), Suzanne Walker Buck (Western Reserve Academy, OH), and Fran Ryan (Broadwater Academy, VA) interview Bud Patel, former Head of School at Brentwood College School (BC), as he reflects on his 12-year tenure and approach to leadership. Bud shares his guiding "Brentwood Eight" principles, emphasizing stability, resilience, and humility in leading a school community. He discusses navigating COVID-19 challenges, fostering a strong team, and planning his "pretirement." This insightful conversation offers practical advice for aspiring school leaders and emphasizes the value of dedication and balance in educational leadership.