We’re excited to share that we’ve made some big changes

Podcast recommendation: Plain English with Derek Thompson

Book recommendation: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

In this episode, Gary sits down with Thomas C. Murray. Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools® and is the author of Learning Transformed and Personal and Authentic, among others. Gary and Tom dive into creating a desired workplace and school culture and how the mindset and actions of the adults in the building are impacting that culture.

Resources:

Learning Transformed

Personal and Authentic

Book recommendation:

Dave Ramsey books

In this episode, Gary and guest, Jenn David-Lang of The

Resources:

The Main Idea

Book recommendation:

Built to Move: The Ten Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully, Kelly Starrett and Juliet Starrett

In this episode, Gary and guests discuss the evolution of artificial intelligence and its significance for education. Dr. Dana Schon, Professional Learning Director for School Administrators of Iowa explains AI capacities, concerns, and limitations with helpful tool implementations for educators and leaders. Dr. Tom Truesdell, Director of Student Resources at Northwestern College shares insights on ChatGPT revolving around the learning disruption fears and idea generation opportunities. Both guests share practical advice for approaching the technology evolution in our classrooms and workplaces.

Book Recommendations:

How to be a Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones

Trust & Inspire, Stephen Covey

On this episode, Gary sits down with the 2022 AFCA NAIA National Coach of the Year and the Head Coach of the 2022 NAIA National Champion Raider football team, Matt McCarty. Matt reflects on his team’s successful season and the road to the championship. He’s cultivated a culture of excellence built on trust, mental conditioning, and discipline to do the right thing every day. His leadership approach casts a vision for his coaching staff and players to encourage others to be their best. His team’s ability to handle adversity is what he’s most proud of – and the championship mindset is preparing student-athletes to win games and live meaningful lives.

Book Recommendations:

The Carpenter, Jon Gordon

Leadershift: The 11 Essential Changes Every Leader Must Embrace, Jon Maxwell

The Catalyst Leader: 8 Essentials for Becoming a Change Maker, Brad Lomenick

Know What You’re For: A Growth Strategy for Work, An Even Better Strategy for Life, Jeff Henderson

In this episode, Leslie welcomes guest Jacob Morgan. Jacob is a best-selling author and one of the world’s leading authorities on leadership, the future of work, and employee experience. He is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and advisor who has worked with organizations such as Microsoft, Disney, Pepsi, Mastercard, and IBM. As a trained futurist, Jacob’s insights are frequently featured in publications such as Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and The Harvard Business Review. Our conversation dives into his expansive research and insight from his book, The Future Leader 9 Skills and Mindsets to Succeed in the Next Decade.

Resources

thefutureorganization.com

Jacob on Twitter

Book Recommendations

Five Families: The Rise, Decline, and Resurgence of America’s Most Powerful Mafia Empires

Freezing Order: A True Story of Money Laundering, Murder, and Surviving Vladimir Putin’s Wrath, Bill Browder

“A gathering is a moment of time that has the potential to alter many other moments of time.” - Priya Parker, The Art of Gathering

1. Find a specific purpose for the meeting.

2. Be an active facilitator.

3. Give it some spice.

4. Get beyond a “culture of nice.”

Resources:

www.themainidea.net

The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters

In this episode, Gary talks with Liz Wiseman, author, researcher, and executive advisor who teaches leadership around the world. We discuss her New York Times best sellers Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter and The Multiplier Effect: Tapping the Genius Inside our Schools, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New Game of Work. We also talk about her newly released book, Impact Players. Her research and experience offer significant insight into what leadership looks like in today’s world, ways the best leaders make everyone smarter, and how to recognize contributors creating extraordinary value. Liz shares how to apply the characteristics of impact players in our own lives to make our work more impactful.

Resources:

thewisemangroup.com

twitter.com/LizWiseman

Book Recommendations:

The Second Mountain, David Brooks

As a former educator and principal, Dr. Wilson has taken her years of experience and connections to gather accomplished leaders and practitioners into a community of coaching and support. Dr. Wilson is a certified coach, trainer and speaker on the John Maxwell Team. She is also the CEO and founder of Innovative Strategies Consulting located in Virginia. We enjoyed our conversation with the deeply committed, passionate, down-to-earth leader. She shares her leadership approach, starting with a simple yet intentional philosophy: “Lead by example.”

Resources:

dromegawilson.com

twitter.com/dromegawilson

The Compound Effect: Jumpstart Your Income, Your Life, Your Success by Darren Hardy

In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, our Leadership in Education Conference keynote speaker. We discuss the upcoming conference and his energizing keynote and breakout session for educators. We also chat about why teachers feel overwhelmed and how we can create value for those around us by leading with intention, connection and direction. As the Superintendent of Fall Creek School District in Wisconsin, Joe is nationally known for sharing his messages on how to change the narrative in your school by telling your story, creating a culture of yes and most recently, leading from where you are. Joe has co-authored books on The Power of Branding, Hacking Leadership and Lead From Where You Are. Every time we talk with Joe, we know you will walk away feeling empowered and encouraged in what you’re already doing and how vital your influence is in education.

Resources:

www.jsanfelippo.com

Leadership in Education Conference on October 18th

Book Recommendations:

The Power of Moments, Chip and Dan Heath