Efficiency and effectiveness are two concepts that often get thrown around together, yet they can feel like distant cousins in the world of education and leadership. For many of us, these terms create tension, like a marriage that constantly needs counseling. When we strive for both...

Who Are We?

In life, no good stories start with eating a salad.  Great success stories begin with a bold move, a moment of courage, a creative risk, or a leap of faith.  Many of you have tuned in and read the blogs for “Stand Tall Leadership Show” and now “The School...

I am back from my Stand Tall Summer Tour, and boy are my arms tired! You know I can’t let a Dad joke pass me by.  Fresh off the last stop on the Stand Tall Summer Tour 2024 and eighteen speaking locations later, here I am.  My next stop in the fall is a self-care weekend in the...

Gang, I have exciting news to share! The National Speakers Association (NSA) designated me a Certified Speaking Professional at Influence 2024 in Denver, Colorado! I am honored to be among the top echelon of professional speakers who have earned this international designation, which only...

Welcome to the School Climate and Culture Show!

Welcome to the "Climate and Culture Podcast" with my co-host Meg Diede from IntegratEd! So happy you made it! We are thrilled to introduce this engaging and insightful podcast specifically designed for educators, administrators, and leaders...

I know summer is calling your name. I can feel the sunshine and smell the barbeque now! But there is a little work that still needs to be done. Ending the school year strong also involves laying the groundwork for the next academic year. By reflecting on what worked well and what could be...

As the end of the school year approaches, it's tempting to let things wind down and coast through the final weeks. However, finishing the school year strong is crucial for both students and educators. It sets the tone for a positive end to the academic year and lays the groundwork for a...

While traveling the globe to improve education, I discovered a universal truth: every school has similar problems. Some schools have particular challenges in their area. Everyone feels that the issues that exist at their school are exclusive to them.  Similarly, if you are the positive one...

I’m 6’7”.  I am uncomfortable ALL the time! The general world is not physically designed for someone like me, from airplanes, doorways, restaurant chairs, and bathtubs.  It is physically uncomfortable and painful to do regular everyday things.  And this had me...

Bring the good coffee.  Play some games.  Teach the kids.  BOOM! Enjoy it! Let’s bring excitement back to education.

Gang, you know exactly what this post is about without having to say it.  The days are shorter, colder, and they don’t stop coming! The stretch from...

Happy New Year, gang! Traditions around the world make this special day different for everyone. No matter how you celebrate, embrace the fresh start of a new year.  Resolutions can be too big to maintain for long periods of time.  Set yourself up for success with obtainable, smaller...

"You don't always have to be a leader to be an influencer, but you have to be an influencer to be a leader."

The Seamless Connection: Influence and Integrity

In the world of education, influence and integrity are inseparable companions. These two concepts dance hand in hand, shaping the...