Jeff interviews Gustavo Balderas, the superintendent of Beaverton School District, about leadership, equity, and education’s evolving landscape….
Leader Chat: Leadership Challenges and Opportunities with Superintendent Gustavo Balderas

Jeff interviews Gustavo Balderas, the superintendent of Beaverton School District, about leadership, equity, and education’s evolving landscape….
In this episode, Jeff is joined by the New York Times’ bestselling author, Amanda Ripley. They discuss strategies for managing conflict in educational leadership, especially during politically chaotic times. Jeff learns about Amanda’s journey, her valuable insights on handling conflict, and how leaders can adapt to changing dynamics. This episode is perfect for educators, school leaders, and anyone looking to foster meaningful conflict resolution….
In this milestone 100th episode of Leader Chat, Jeff speaks to Arthur C. Brooks and discusses his latest book, Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier. Arthur is a Harvard professor, columnist for The Atlantic, and an accomplished author of 13 books. Jeff and Arthur discuss and explore the evolution of happiness studies, the transition from fluid to crystallized intelligence, and the importance of compassionate and metacognitive leadership. Arthur also shares insights from his diverse career, his collaboration with Oprah Winfrey, and practical advice for leaders on fostering well-being and managing emotions. Enjoy!…
Jeff Rose and Carlos R. Moreno discuss educational leadership, emphasizing the impact of empathy, vulnerability, and authentic engagement on students and leaders….
In this episode, Jeff discusses educational leadership with Sheldon Berman and Luvelle Brown, focusing on their book The Call to Courage and the role of values and reflection….
In this episode, Jeff talks with Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio, authors of Lead It Like Lasso, about leadership in education, collaboration, and personal growth….
Jeff Rose sits down with Dr. Steve Perry, an outspoken and trailblazing educator, to discuss the challenges and solutions surrounding effective school leadership. Explore Dr. Perry’s unique approach to education through his Capital Preparatory Schools, which combine rigorous academics with a commitment to social justice. …
In this episode, Jeff engages in a dynamic conversation with Hanseul Kang, the Executive Director of the Broad Center at the Yale School of Management. Hanseul shares her journey from being an undocumented immigrant to becoming a prominent educational leader. She discusses her impactful tenure as the District of Columbia State Superintendent of Education and her current role in supporting and developing leaders through the Broad Center’s programs….
On this episode of Leader Chat, Jeff speaks to Dr. Kerry Healey and Vice Admiral Dee Mewbourne about their upcoming leadership course at Princeton. Kerry’s experience in the public sector, complimented by Dee’s experience in the defense sector, brilliantly come together to form a well-rounded approach to modern leadership and management training. …
On this week’s episode of Leader Chat, Jeff welcomes back the remarkably insightful Scott Mautz to talk about his new book, “The Mentally Strong Leader.” Scott’s ability to identify and address the challenges leaders face on a broad level is nothing short of masterful. Whether you lead in education, business, or another field, this episode is a must-listen!…