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  • Throwback Thursday! Teacher Recruitment & Retention

    Throwback Thursday! Teacher Recruitment & Retention
    2026/07/09
    🎙️ #ThrowbackThursday – Episode #122: Teacher Recruitment & Retention

    This week, we're revisiting an important conversation with Dr. Lindsey Jensen, 2018 Illinois Teacher of the Year and Educators Rising Illinois State Coordinator, as we tackle one of the biggest challenges facing education today—recruiting, developing, and retaining great teachers. In this episode, Dr. Jensen shares practical insights on how we can strengthen the educator pipeline while creating the conditions that encourage talented educators to stay and thrive in our profession.

    Key Takeaways:
    ✅ Strategies for building strong teacher recruitment pipelines.
    ✅ Ways to better support and retain new educators throughout their careers.
    ✅ The importance of advocating for policies and practices that strengthen the teaching profession.

    As schools continue preparing for another year, this conversation is a timely reminder that investing in educators is one of the most powerful investments we can make in student success.

    🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms!
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    37 分
  • Summer Leadership Recharge: Warm Demander

    Summer Leadership Recharge: Warm Demander
    2026/07/07
    Summer Leadership Recharge

    In this episode of Summer Leadership Recharge: Principal Edition, Dr. Woods sits down with Dr. Alex Carter, Vice President of Field Implementation at the Colorado Education Initiative, for an insightful conversation on the concept of the “Warm Demander.”Together, they unpack how school leaders can balance high expectations with genuine care, creating an environment where students and staff are both challenged and supported. Designed for current and aspiring principals, this episode offers practical approaches to strengthen relationships, build trust, and inspire success in the year ahead.
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    29 分
  • Growing Educator Practice with Strength-Focused Leadership

    Growing Educator Practice with Strength-Focused Leadership
    2026/07/03
    Episode #134 is up! Check it out!!!

    What if instructional improvement began by identifying what's working—not just what's missing?I'm excited to welcome Vicki Wilson—former principal, author, and consultant—to Leading Out The Woods for an engaging conversation on how strength-focused leadership can transform teaching, collaboration, and student achievement.

    In this episode, we explore:
    ✨ How leaders can use strengths to foster sustainable growth
    ✨ What a strengths-focused Professional Learning Community (PLC) looks like
    ✨ How instructional rounds can become opportunities for celebration and continuous improvement
    ✨ The connection between strengths-based leadership and collective teacher efficacy
    ✨ Balancing accountability while building on educators' strengths

    This conversation is a powerful reminder that when leaders intentionally recognize and amplify the strengths of their teams, they create the conditions for lasting growth and meaningful change.
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    34 分
  • Throwback Thursday! The Art of Delegation

    Throwback Thursday! The Art of Delegation
    2026/07/02
    🎙️ #ThrowbackThursday – Episode #46: The Art of Delegation

    This week, we're revisiting a leadership conversation with Dr. Marcus Belin, award-winning principal, speaker, and leadership expert, as we explore one of the most overlooked—but essential—skills of effective leadership: delegation.Strong leaders know they can't do it all. The real impact comes from developing others, building trust, and empowering your team to lead with confidence.

    Key Takeaways:
    ✅ Dr. Belin explains why delegation is a foundational leadership skill—not simply a way to divide responsibilities.
    ✅ Learn how empowering colleagues to take ownership fosters trust, accountability, and long-term organizational success.
    ✅ Discover practical strategies for building leadership capacity while creating a culture where people are equipped to lead, even when you're not in the room.Whether you're a teacher leader, principal, district administrator, or aspiring leader, this episode offers timeless insights on growing your team by learning to let go.

    🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms!
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    33 分
  • Throwback Thursday! Win the Morning

    Throwback Thursday! Win the Morning
    2026/06/25
    🎙️ #ThrowbackThursday – Episode #103: Win the Morning!

    This week, we're revisiting an energizing conversation with Ryan Stein, principal and author of Lifeline 65: How Small Connections and Big Enthusiasm Can Change Education. Ryan shares his inspiring philosophy of "Win the Morning" and explains how intentional leadership at the start of each day can set the tone for a positive school culture.

    Key Takeaways:
    ✅ Ryan shares the mindset and daily habits behind his "Win the Morning" philosophy.
    ✅ Practical strategies for cultivating a positive school culture through meaningful relationships, enthusiasm, and intentional leadership.
    ✅ A reminder that small, consistent actions can create lasting impact for students, staff, and the entire school community.Every school day presents a new opportunity to lead with purpose. Sometimes, winning the day starts by simply winning the morning.
    🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms!
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    48 分
  • Throwback Thursday! Support(ing) Students Affected by Trauma

    Throwback Thursday! Support(ing) Students Affected by Trauma
    2026/06/18
    🎙️ #ThrowbackThursday – Episode #36: Support(ing) Students Affected by Trauma

    This week, we're revisiting an impactful conversation with Anthony Swann, school administrator and former Virginia Teacher of the Year (2021), as we discuss how educators can better support students affected by trauma.Drawing from both his professional experiences and personal journey, Anthony shares powerful insights into building relationships, creating supportive learning environments, and helping students overcome barriers that may impact their success.

    Key Takeaways:
    ✅ Anthony shares how his personal experiences with trauma have shaped the way he supports students and leads with empathy.
    ✅ Practical strategies educators can implement to better serve students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
    ✅ The importance of understanding the whole child and creating environments where students feel safe, valued, and supported.This conversation serves as a reminder that every student carries a story, and our ability to connect, support, and respond with care can make a lasting difference.🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms!
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    35 分
  • Anchor Chat #31: Calm is Contagious

    Anchor Chat #31: Calm is Contagious
    2026/06/12
    Anchor Chat #31: Calm is Contagious

    In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on Calm Is Contagious, exploring how a leader’s demeanor can influence the culture, climate, and effectiveness of a school. He discusses the importance of remaining composed during challenging situations, modeling emotional regulation, and creating a sense of stability for staff and students. Dr. Woods encourages leaders to recognize that in moments of uncertainty, their calm presence can build confidence, strengthen trust, and help others navigate adversity with clarity and purpose.
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    11 分
  • Throwback Thursday! Rural Education

    Throwback Thursday! Rural Education
    2026/06/11
    🎙️ #ThrowbackThursday – Episode #3: Rural Education

    We're taking it back to one of the early episodes of Leading Out The Woods featuring Dr. Jamon Flowers, Assistant Professor in the Department of Lifelong Education, Administration, and Policy at the University of Georgia

    In this episode, Dr. Flowers shares valuable insights into the realities of rural education and why this important topic deserves more attention in today's educational landscape.

    Key Takeaways:
    ✅ What rural education looks like for educators, students, and communities.
    ✅ Why rural schools face unique challenges and opportunities that educational leaders must understand.
    ✅ The importance of bringing greater awareness and support to rural education.

    Whether you serve in a rural district or simply want to better understand the diverse educational experiences across our country, this conversation remains as relevant today as when it first aired. Available now on all podcast platforms!
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    37 分