We all need colleagues that are life-giving. Those who help us find joy in what we do.

Bill Sterrett is one of those colleagues. Today he joins host Jon Eckert. Bill is the Department Chair and Professor of Educational Leadership at Baylor University’s School of Education. Their conversation focuses on how to build a firm foundation on educators' why to help educators stay motivated through their careers.  

To learn more, order Jon's book, Just Teaching: Feedback, Engagement, and Well-Being for Each Student.

The Just Schools Podcast is brought to you by the Baylor Center for School Leadership. Each week, we'll talk to catalytic educators who are doing amazing work.

Be encouraged.

Timestamps:

[2:40] - Bill describes what drew him to work at Baylor.

[8:00] - We have a void of teachers and principals who stay in their job.

[11:30] - Engaging learning communities to focus on flourishing is key.

[13:30] - You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with.

[15:00] - If you feel called, follow that call.

[18:40] - There is plenty of opportunity for students to stay connected to Baylor.

[20:00] - Jon puts Bill through a lightning round of questions. 

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