Category: Well-Being, Social, and Emotional Support

Leader Chat: Leadership, Fulfillment, and Impact: Lessons from Arthur Brooks for Educational Leaders

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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!…

Leader Chat: How To Be A Mentally Strong Leader with Scott Mautz

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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!…

Leader Chat: The Breakthrough Years: Framework for Raising Thriving Teens with Ellen Galinsky

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Ellen Galinsky’s research and perspective is nothing short of groundbreaking. If you are a parent, teacher, and of course a leader in the educational space, you need to hear Ellen speak with us. She and Jeff go deep into conversation about this content that, if understood, can dramatically change how we love and support kids in their teen years….

Leader Chat: Teach and Lead Happy—Small Steps to Big Joy with Kim Strobel

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Kim Strobel returns to our show with big energy and big ideas. In her new book, Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy, Jeff and Kim waste no time diving right in. Listen as Kim walks through the concept of happiness plans for school leaders that will help change how they work in their schools on a foundational level. While Kim’s advice is very practical, it is nothing short of inspirational. …

Leader Chat: Learning from Mr. Rogers About How to Raise Creative, Curious, Caring Kids with Gregg Behr

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This conversation with Gregg Behr is packed with insightful perspectives that any educational leader will appreciate. Gregg is dynamic and insightful, and masterfully uncovers the genius of “Mr. Rogers” and relates it to our current educational opportunities. This is a must listen!…

Leader Chat: Social Emotional Learning, From Recognition to Action with Sheldon Berman

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Understanding the essence of SEL (Social Emotional Learning) is one thing, implementing it is another. Dr. Sheldon Bergman, Shelley to Jeff, has decades of experience leading this work. He and Jeff, longtime friends go into depth about strategies and the needed courage to tackle this work on behalf of students….

Leader Chat: Mastering Yourself…So You Can Master Your World with Dr. Craig Dowden

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If you are interested in learning more and developing yourself as a leader and don’t know Craig Dowden, you must. His work and perspective are incredibly valuable and unique. Many writers, speakers, and consultants in the leadership space focus on systems and structures of productivity. Craig’s focus aligns squarely with the internal and behavioral health of leaders themselves. His research and advice are pragmatic and meaningful. He and Jeff discuss his book, A Time to Lead: Mastering Yourself…So You Can Master Your World. It’s a must-read, and this is a must-listen. …

Leader Chat: Finding Your Way as a First-Time Leader Without Losing Your Mind with Starr Sackstein

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We were drawn to Starr’s book, From Teacher to Leader: ‘Finding Your Way as a First-Time Leader Without Losing Your Mind’. This challenging transition, described in even the title, is more relevant today than it ever has been. Starr Sackstein offers her very honest and pragmatic reflections and advice in this engaging conversation….

Leader Chat: Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, and Restoring Sanity with Margaret Wheatley

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Margaret Wheatley is a deep thinker and clearly has an incredible background working with leaders around the world. She has written extensively on education and leadership, and her work is personal and pushes others to take a close look at themselves. The conversation between Jeff and Margaret was different than other Leader Chats, in a good way. Enjoy this discussion as they talk about her book, Who Do We Choose To Be: Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, & Restoring Sanity….