Power of Connections

Which part of being a visionary leader do you resonate with the most? How can we start this podcast powerfully? What story do you have?

Starts with mindset: With great power comes great responsibility. – Peter Parker principle

(HT) = Head Teacher = Heart Teacher, servant leader, lead with love and heart, relationships are foundational to leadership and learning, genuinely care and connect

What leadership topics interest you?

Building school culture through relationships

Power of connections

Mindset

Think about a time you failed and how you were able to overcome it.

Growth mindset, positivity and gratitude

Best piece of leadership advice you ever got and how it has impacted you. TWO:

Know yourself and be yourself. How? Self-discovery

Know what you believe & value. (Live into your values – Brene Brown)

Know your strengths & impact. Know your passion!

Believe in yourself.

Listen to feedback from others. Sometimes you don’t see it. Imposter syndrome.

Find your tribe. You are not alone. Teach Better Admin Mastermind.

Power of connection! #strongertogether #bettertogether

Motto: Working together to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

Growth

What do you think is something every leader should do to positively impact their school? Give examples.

See every day as a gift. Every person is a gift.

In every interaction, you have the opportunity to uplift others to help make their day a brighter one through our kindness and gratitude.

Small things but really aren’t small things when all added up

Gratitude is meant to be shared.

The Best Self-care is Kindness to Others “if you want to be happier, you should focus more on kindness to others than kindness to yourself. Research out of Oxford confirms that even tiny acts of kindness can have profound effects on our happiness, and other studies show small acts of kindness can ripple out, boosting mental well-being in the wider community.”

Maya Angelou quote: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

DO

Starts with welcome.

Light up your face when you see people

Build relationships. Get to know your people. Staff are like your students.

Notecards (happy notes) for all staff to uplift or appreciate

You say relationships are key. How do you build and maintain positive relationships in your school?

Time, effort, sprinkle kindness everywhere, and “Gratitude is meant to be shared.”

Be a reacher outer and uplifter

New school examples:

Students: memorized names, looked up pictures, time

Staff: memorize names. Sign in sheet.

Offer support. Regular reminders that I am here for them. Show not just tell. Be present and available.

How do you handle others who may be resistant to positive relationships?

Build relationships

What is something you have read that you feel every school leader should read?

Dare to Lead – Brene Brown

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About the Author

Rob

Robert Breyer is the “proud” principal of Cameron Elementary School in Cameron, NC. He also makes time to coach aspiring leaders who are looking to make the transition from teacher to administration. He is the host of The Guiding Principals Podcast, where he encourages visionary school leaders to share the stories of their own leadership journey and celebrates their successes along the way. Connect with Robert on his website at www.beyondthedeskleadership.com or via Twitter @rbleads

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