Transforming Education: Leadership Lessons

Nov 26 2024 62 ep. 30 mins 4
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Welcome to the Standout Voices: Leadership Lessons podcast hosted by Russ Adams with Northwestern College. In each episode, we explore innovative ideas and strategies that shape the future of transformative leadership. Join Russ as he interviews thought leaders in higher education and beyond. Uncover unique journeys, challenges, and insights of those at the forefront of academic and professional leadership. Whether you are an educator, administrator, or aspiring leader in your field, this podcast is your guide to standing out and faithfully impacting those around you.

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Growing in Leadership as a Lifelong Learner with Gary Richardson

Nov 26 2024 31 mins  
We’re excited to share that we’ve made some big changes around here! The Transforming Education: Leadership Lessons podcast is now Standout Voices: Leadership Lessons. Not only have we given the show a fresh new name, but we also have a brand-new host guiding the conversation as Russ Adams has taken over for Gary Richardson. In this installment of Standout Voices, Russ has a co

Leadership Lessons with Thomas Murray

Apr 22 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Gary sits down with Thomas C. Murray. Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools® and is the author of Learning Transformed and Personal and Authentic, among others. Gary and Tom dive into creating a desired workplace and school culture and how the mindset and actions of the adults in the building are impacting that culture. Resources: Lea

Incorporating Movement in Your Daily Life with Jenn David-Lang

Oct 19 2023 27 mins  
In this episode, Gary and guest, Jenn David-Lang of The Main Idea discuss the book Built to Move: The Ten Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully. Jenn discusses a few key ideas from this reading and how teachers, and all professionals, can adapt these concepts into their daily lives and get moving. Resources: The Main Idea Book recommendation: Built to Move: The

AI Tools and ChatGPT with Dr. Dana Schon and Dr. Tom Truesdell

Jun 29 2023 34 mins  
In this episode, Gary and guests discuss the evolution of artificial intelligence and its significance for education. Dr. Dana Schon, Professional Learning Director for School Administrators of Iowa explains AI capacities, concerns, and limitations with helpful tool implementations for educators and leaders. Dr. Tom Truesdell, Director of Student Resources at Northwestern College s

Championship Mindset with Matt McCarty

Mar 03 2023 24 mins  
On this episode, Gary sits down with the 2022 AFCA NAIA National Coach of the Year and the Head Coach of the 2022 NAIA National Champion Raider football team, Matt McCarty. Matt reflects on his team’s successful season and the road to the championship. He’s cultivated a culture of excellence built on trust, mental conditioning, and discipline to do the right thing every day. Hi

The Future Leader with Jacob Morgan

Feb 06 2023 26 mins  
In this episode, Leslie welcomes guest Jacob Morgan. Jacob is a best-selling author and one of the world’s leading authorities on leadership, the future of work, and employee experience. He is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and advisor who has worked with organizations such as Microsoft, Disney, Pepsi, Mastercard, and IBM. As a trained futurist, Jacob’s insights are freq

How to Create Transformative Gatherings with Jenn David-Lang

Dec 02 2022 29 mins  
“A gathering is a moment of time that has the potential to alter many other moments of time.” - Priya Parker, The Art of Gathering Jenn David-Lang returns to the podcast, and we’re discussing how to maximize the power and significance of meetings. When most of us plan staff agendas or lessons, we tend to focus more on the logistics (PPTs, refreshments, Post-Its, etc.), rath

Impact Players with Liz Wiseman

Oct 21 2022 38 mins  
In this episode, Gary talks with Liz Wiseman, author, researcher, and executive advisor who teaches leadership around the world. We discuss her New York Times best sellers Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter and The Multiplier Effect: Tapping the Genius Inside our Schools, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New G

Lead by Example with Dr. Omega Wilson

Oct 12 2022 26 mins  
As a former educator and principal, Dr. Wilson has taken her years of experience and connections to gather accomplished leaders and practitioners into a community of coaching and support. Dr. Wilson is a certified coach, trainer and speaker on the John Maxwell Team. She is also the CEO and founder of Innovative Strategies Consulting located in Virginia. We enjoyed our conversation

Lead From Where You Are with Joe Sanfelippo

Sep 12 2022 13 mins  
In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, our Leadership in Education Conference keynote speaker. We discuss the upcoming conference and his energizing keynote and breakout session for educators. We also chat about why teachers feel overwhelmed and how we can create value for those around us by leading with intention, connection and direction. As the Superintendent of Fa