The Empowered Principal® Podcast

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Ep #370: Embracing Change Jan 28, 2025

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In this episode, we'll explore why change is essential and how it can lead to innovation, creativity, and evolution in our schools. I share my own personal journey with change and how I've learned to embrace it rather than resist it.

Get ready to shift your mindset and see change in a whole new light. We'll discuss practical strategies for not only accepting change but actually celebrating it. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the tools and perspective to lead your school through change with confidence and enthusiasm.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/370

Ep #369: No More Sunday Scaries Jan 21, 2025

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In this episode, I'm diving deep into the root causes of the Sunday Scaries and offering practical strategies to shift your mindset and approach the week ahead with confidence and clarity. As a school leader, your mental and emotional well-being is crucial to your success and the success of your school. It's time to break free from the cycle of worry and embrace a more empowered way of leading.

I share insights from my own journey as a principal and a coach, as well as proven techniques to help you overcome the Sunday Scaries and step into your full potential as a school leader. Get ready to transform your Sundays from scary to satisfying and set yourself up for a week of purpose, productivity, and positive impact.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/369

Ep #368: The Purpose of Defensiveness Jan 14, 2025

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As a principal, it's easy to swing between being too nice and too strict in an attempt to avoid conflict or prove your authority. But what if there was a better way to respond to criticism and lead with confidence? Join me as we unpack the layers of defensiveness and discover how to communicate more effectively, even in challenging situations.

By the end of this episode, you'll have a new perspective on defensiveness and practical strategies for managing your emotions and interactions as a school leader. Let's dive in and learn how to turn down the volume on stress and turn up the empowerment in your leadership journey!

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/368

Ep #367: Take Shoulds off the Table Jan 07, 2025

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The last few years have brought significant shifts in my personal life, and I'm so grateful to have had the support of coaching to navigate the intense emotions and challenges that came with it. Coaching has been an absolute game-changer for me, allowing me to rewrite the script, find joy amidst the pain, and come out stronger on the other side.

I dive into the power of shifting our focus from trying to change people to looking at the systems in place. When we take the "shoulds" off the table and instead get curious about what is actually happening and why, we open the door to more effective problem-solving and solutions. It's a mindset shift that can transform the way we lead and support our teams.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/367

Ep #366: The Solution Cycle (Back to Basics) Dec 31, 2024

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In this powerful episode, I share the game-changing concept of "The Solution Cycle" - a framework that has transformed the way I approach leadership challenges. By shifting your mindset and focusing on generating solutions rather than dwelling on problems, you can tap into a newfound sense of clarity, confidence, and momentum.

Join me this week as I walk you through the steps of The Solution Cycle and reveal how this approach can help you overcome any obstacle, inspire your team, and create lasting impact in your school.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/366

Ep #365: Next Level Results (Back to Basics) Dec 24, 2024

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In this episode, I share insights from a recent coaching call with one of my amazing clients who is a first-year principal. Through her example, I explore how to create next level results for your school by focusing on enhancing the quality of the experience for everyone within your community, and it goes beyond more than just academics.

Learn how to create a vision for your school that goes beyond test scores and metrics, and instead focuses on how people think, feel, and engage with the environment, curriculum, and each other. I share how I help one of my clients do this for her school, and invite you to explore what's possible when you aim for extraordinary results.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/365

Ep #364: Silencing Overwhelm Dec 17, 2024

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I'm here this week to tell you that there is a way to silence the overwhelm - or at least turn down its volume. My guess is that you're currently trying to outrun the overwhelm by working harder and faster, but the truth is it's only leading to even more of it. The key is to stop, take a breath, and listen to what your emotions are trying to tell you, and I guide you through this process in this episode.

I share my insights on managing the emotional intensity and fatigue that can come with being a school leader. Learn the value of stopping to listen to what your overwhelm has to offer you. Discover what happens when you slow down and get specific about what's working and what needs adjustment. I also share my top tips for untangling overwhelm so you can return to doing what you love as a school leader.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/364

Ep #363: How The Principal Exchange is Empowering School Leaders with Andra Bostic and Sarah Murphy Dec 10, 2024

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I sit down with Andra Bostic and Sarah Murphy, the founders of The Principal Exchange, to discuss how their platform is revolutionizing the way principals access support and resources. Andra and Sarah bring a wealth of experience to the table, having worked as classroom teachers, reading specialists, instructional coaches, and administrators in public education. Through their work, they've traveled the country, building relationships with principals and gaining a deep understanding of the unique challenges they face.

Learn about The Principal Exchange platform and how it provides an online marketplace where principals can find and share resources, connect with colleagues, and access the support they need to thrive in their roles. Andra and Sarah also share their vision for the platform and discuss how it's helping principals overcome isolation, burnout, and the daily struggles of school leadership.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/363

Ep #362: Stress Free Walkthroughs Dec 03, 2024

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If you find yourself stressed out about walkthroughs, it's an indication that you have some internal work to do as a principal around your thoughts about yourself and your work. The great news is that when you learn how to create psychological safety for yourself around the walkthrough process, you can do the same for your teachers. And in this episode, I show you how to banish walkthrough anxiety for good.

Tune in this week as I dive deep into the reasons why walkthroughs cause so much stress and anxiety for both principals and teachers. I explore the childhood roots of why feedback can feel so scary. I also share concrete strategies that will help you build your confidence as a principal and create a school culture where walkthroughs become a positive, stress-free experience for you and your teachers.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/362

Ep #361: Equal Value but Different Nov 26, 2024

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"Equal value but different" is a powerful concept that has transformed the way I think about my work as a school leader and my relationships in my personal life. It's the idea that every person has inherent worth and value to offer, even if it looks different from what we typically prioritize or celebrate.

Learn what the concept of "equal value but different" means, how you can apply this concept to your school community and personal life, and the impact it could have on staff morale, collaboration, and student success.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/361

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