Best Dr Peter Stiepleman Podcasts (2024)

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Merle Horowitz Reminds Us to Empathize, Sympathize, and Energize 37:02

17h ago37:02

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In this week’s An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, we dive into another authentic story of someone navigating the complexities of leadership. I'm your host, Peter Stiepleman, and today, we have the honor of welcoming a remarkable leader, Merle Horowitz. Today, we’ll explore Merle's journey through a lens of empathy, res…

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Understanding Trauma: Insights from Dan Joseph 37:22

9h ago37:22

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INTRO: Before listening to this episode, I want to make sure that you know that this episode deals with trauma. If you have experienced trauma in your past, you might want to find the right time to listen to this episode. And remember, if you or someone you know needs the suicide or crisis lifeline, you can dial 988 from any phone. For me, the expe…

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Be Caught Trying with Samir Goel 36:07

16d ago36:07

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INTRO: Hello Imperfect Leaders! In this episode, Esusu co-founder, Samir Goel, talks about empowering individuals to build credit and access financial opportunities previously out of reach. 💡 Samir shares invaluable insights gleaned from his partner, Wemimo Abbey and mentor Jeff Weiner (emphasizing the crucial role of compassion and transparency). …

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Infiltrating Perspectives: Danielle Nuhfer Unveils Leadership Insights Using a Teacher's Lens 29:13

13d ago29:13

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INTRO: I told my guest that this podcast has almost exclusively been reserved for district leaders and education-adjacent leaders. While that is true, I think it’s important to live something I say whenever I describe the hierarchy of a school district - and that’s that there are leaders at every level. I believe it’s through our teachers that we c…

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Mission & Purpose: Insights from John McGlothlin 38:19

20d ago38:19

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INTRO: I was interested to see how ChatGPT might create an intro for me. I gave it some information and it spat out: “Welcome to a journey that transcends the conventional boundaries of education. Imagine a school where purpose is not just a buzzword but the very essence that breathes life into every corridor, classroom, and curriculum.” Yeesh. I a…

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Challenges to Triumph with: Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil 31:37

28d ago31:37

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Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil, the Superintendent of the Uniondale School District, is my guest. One simply had to read the following excerpt from the Long Island Herald to know why had to talk with Dr. Akil: “Residents throughout Uniondale will tell you — this community, once grappling with educational challenges that seemed insurmountable, has underg…

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Julio Nuñez Leads with Heart 38:12

1M ago38:12

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INTRO: About a year ago, at about the one-year anniversary of Justice Ginsburg’s death, I was asked by my family to be a part a school naming committee in Philadelphia. There was a school there considering her name for the new name, and I was to represent Justice Ginsburg. In the end, the school community didn’t choose to name the school Ruth Bader…

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Visualizing Leadership with James Sturm 30:43

2M ago30:43

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INTRO: This week, we feature James Sturm, co-founder of the Center for Cartoon Studies. In this our conversation, we explore the dynamic interplay between the power of language and the power of images in shaping a district's narrative. Join us as we delve into strategies for effectively communication of vision and values. In the second half, James …

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The Heart of Leadership: Mike Erwin and Building Relationships that Matter 39:06

2M ago39:06

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INTRO: In just a few weeks, I will be traveling with a small group of amazing volunteers from all over the United States and Australia to Omo Village in Papua New Guinea. I serve on the Board of Directors for Be the Change Volunteers, an organization committed to building schools all over the world for communities interested in providing opportunit…

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Relentless Leadership with Yaw Obeng 38:47

2M ago38:47

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Intro: As I prepared for this week’s episode, I traded in personal anecdotes with a traditional story, one about two farmers and their approach to change. One always bought the latest tools for his farm, hoping they would solve his problems. Meanwhile, his neighbor focused on building relationships with other farmers, learning from their experience…

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Equity Conversations: Resistance and Resilience with Graig Meyer and Jamie Almanzán 37:29

2M ago37:29

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INTRO: Earlier this year, I read The Delicate Handling of Equity Work in Conservative Communities, and was thrilled when the authors agreed to be guests on the podcast. In the two years since I left the superintendency, I have found myself talking with superintendents who have faced (or are facing) this same dilemma. They recognize the importance o…

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Jeff Utecht Envisions the Future of Education: Charting Tomorrow's Course 36:00

3M ago36:00

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INTRO: In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, Jeff Utecht, educational futurist and podcast host of Shifting Schools, joins me in conversation. We reflect on the intersections of tradition and transformation, innovation and integration. We delve into Jeff's insights and experiences, and how he helps educators navigate the complexities of a rapidly…

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Charting the Course: Sean Stewart Provides Lessons from the Past for Today's Leaders 25:22

3M ago25:22

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INTRO: Join me on this episode of An Imperfect Leader for a captivating discussion with Sean Stewart, an expert in historical leadership. We explore how lessons from the past can shape today's leadership practices, offering valuable insights for leaders across all fields. In this episode, we'll shift our focus to the demanding roles of school leade…

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Facing the Crucible: Dr. Gary Yee's Lesson of Adversity and Healing 44:14

3M ago44:14

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INTRO: My guest this week holds a special place in my professional life. I met him during his first campaign for the school board in Oakland, CA. In the second part of the show, my guest, Dr. Gary Yee, describes what has got to be one of the most difficult experiences of any superintendent – the vandalizing of his home, navigating a hunger strike o…

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Their Parents FaceTime Them In Class? Diego Ochoa and Graham Dugoni Describe A Phone-Free Approach 36:53

3M ago36:53

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INTRO: In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, join us as we delve into the world of education leadership with Superintendent Diego Ochoa, a veteran with over 25 years of experience, and Graham Dugoni, the founder of Yondr – a pioneer in creating phone-free spaces. Together, they discuss the impact of going phone-free on student success and the com…

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Dr. Sheldon Berman Talks Integration, Division, and the Importance of Knowing Our History 36:39

4M ago36:39

36:39

INTRO: This episode is coming out just as I have returned from co-presenting at a conference hosted by the Coalition of Oregon School Administrators (or COSA). During our presentation, we talked about distinguishing between reform and transformation. Specifically, that reform is usually made up of outside forces telling you what to do, coaching for…

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Leading with Purpose with Dr. Meisha Porter 35:00

4M ago35:00

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INTRO: The most unexpected thing happened the other day. I was having car issues and the mechanic offered to do a home visit. That in itself was a nice gesture. He found the issue (resolved it pretty quickly, actually. If you’re dying to know, it was an electrical issue beyond my expertise. Ok, let’s be honest, I have no expertise beyond the radio …

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Breaking Free from Educational Stagnation: Insights from Dr. Doug Reeves on Leading Schools and Embracing Growth 36:56

4M ago36:56

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INTRO: In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, Dr. Doug Reeves is my guest. The first thing we talk about is an article he authored, We Censor Ourselves in Education. In the article, he hooks the reader by describing a former intern he had while you has in China, and how she had gone on to anchor the news on China Central Television. She told Doug …

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Reflections of a Lead Learner: Engaging Researchers and Lessons from the Pandemic with Dr. Nathan Schilling 38:12

4M ago38:12

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INTRO: In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, Dr. Nathan Schilling discusses so many common issues facing superintendents and district leaders. First, he describes his relationship to researchers studying school districts. He shares his approach to engaging the research community and emphasizes the role of superintendents as lead learners. He take…

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Encore Episode: Demond Means on Equity, Challenges, and Triumphs in Education 38:14

4M ago38:14

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An Imperfect Leader is sponsored by Yondr. Schools around the world are seeing the damaging effects of phones on student engagement, social development, and mental health. Yondr has developed a unique product and program to allow schools to become phone-free, from arrival to dismissal. Learn why 1 Million Students use Yondr every day. MINIMIZE DIST…

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Encore Episode: History and Change: Leading Transformational Change with Sharonica Hardin-Bartley 35:48

5M ago35:48

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An Imperfect Leader is sponsored by Yondr. Schools around the world are seeing the damaging effects of phones on student engagement, social development, and mental health. Yondr has developed a unique product and program to allow schools to become phone-free, from arrival to dismissal. Learn why 1 Million Students use Yondr every day. MINIMIZE DIST…

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Crisis Unveils Character - Lessons in Leadership with Dr. Jill Siler 29:22

5M ago29:22

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An Imperfect Leader is sponsored by Yondr. Schools around the world are seeing the damaging effects of phones on student engagement, social development, and mental health. Yondr has developed a unique product and program to allow schools to become phone-free, from arrival to dismissal. Learn why 1 Million Students use Yondr every day. MINIMIZE DIST…

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Context, Content, and Conduct: A Candid Look at Leadership with Jeff Young 35:09

5M ago35:09

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NEW EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE "What do we want to create together?" So proud to have co-written the foreword with Zach Taylor to this essential book on Human-Centered School Transformation. If you're a school leader looking to make sense of what you know to be true about schools, check it out. If you're a corporate leader, you will find a pathway to bet…

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Stories Unveil a Storied Career with Joe Batory 36:37

5M ago36:37

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NEW EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE "What do we want to create together?" So proud to have co-written the foreword with Zach Taylor to this essential book on Human-Centered School Transformation. If you're a school leader looking to make sense of what you know to be true about schools, check it out. If you're a corporate leader, you will find a pathway to bet…

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Building Tomorrow: Avoiding the Quick Fix in Education with Dr. Joe Johnson 29:07

6M ago29:07

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NEW EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE "What do we want to create together?" So proud to have co-written the foreword with Zach Taylor to this essential book on Human-Centered School Transformation. If you're a school leader looking to make sense of what you know to be true about schools, check it out. If you're a corporate leader, you will find a pathway to bet…

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Encore Episode: Nick Polyak Describes How An Unfinished Leader Is Nearly Finished By His Decision! 29:59

6M ago29:59

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NEW EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE "What do we want to create together?" So proud to have co-written the foreword with Zach Taylor to this essential book on Human-Centered School Transformation. If you're a school leader looking to make sense of what you know to be true about schools, check it out. If you're a corporate leader, you will find a pathway to bet…

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Caught in the Crosshairs with Allan Mucerino: Superintendents in the Political Spotlight 35:57

6M ago35:57

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NEW EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE "What do we want to create together?" So proud to have co-written the foreword with Zach Taylor to this essential book on Human-Centered School Transformation. If you're a school leader looking to make sense of what you know to be true about schools, check it out. If you're a corporate leader, you will find a pathway to bet…

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Planning, Passion, & Optimism: Doug Younger on How Every Superintendent is a Entrepreneur 26:10

6M ago26:10

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. INTRO: Hello, Imperfect Leaders! Our family recently held a reunion to celebrate my son, Ezra’s, graduation, and my father’…

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Decoding Leadership: Dr. Jennifer Cheatham's Playbook for Reflective and Transformative Practices 39:34

7M ago39:34

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. INTRO: Hello, Imperfect Leaders! Evaluations. In every single profession, employees are evaluated. They are evaluated by th…

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Voices at the Vanguard: Dr. Avis Williams Talks Transformational Leadership, Teacher Engagement, and Communication 34:01

7M ago34:01

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hello Imperfect Leaders! On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina, a Category 3 hurricane with recorded wind speeds of …

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Leadership in Times of Loss with Dr. Uyi Osunde 33:37

7M ago33:37

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hello Imperfect Leaders. I am publishing this episode on October 9. I feel an incredible amount of grief and rage an…

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From Discord to Harmony with John Bell 27:52

7M ago27:52

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hello Imperfect Leaders! Nearly all leaders craft a narrative to help define their organization, to define the value…

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Rebranding History: Andrew Dolloff Describes How His Maine School District Abruptly Changed its Mascot 39:10

8M ago39:10

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hello Imperfect Leaders! Choosing a name for a public building is a challenging process. With schools, a new name of…

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From 'Hearts Beaten' to 'Hearts Beating Together' with Hattie Tate 42:26

8M ago42:26

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hello Imperfect Leaders! Hope is a powerful theme for today’s conversation. My guest today starts with a quote from …

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Max Silverman: Transforming School Systems & Lessons Along the Way 33:21

8M ago33:21

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hello Imperfect Leaders! A few months ago, I read White Bird by RJ. Palacio. It is such a powerful story, a graphic …

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Lessons About Clear Is Kind Leadership From The Compelled Educator, Jennifer Hogan 33:04

8M ago33:04

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Imperfect Leaders! Welcome to SEASON 2 of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast. I can't b…

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Lead, Pivot, Repeat: The Dance of Dynamic Leadership with Joe Santana (PART 2) 24:51

9M ago24:51

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Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hello Imperfect Leaders and welcome back to Part 2 of my conversation with Joe Santana. If you tuned in last week, you learned ab…

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ERGonomics: Signals, Noise, and Inclusive Business Practices with Joe Santana (PART 1) 33:42

9M ago33:42

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hello Imperfect Leaders. Sometimes, when I am listening to a podcast, I hear the host say, “This week, we’re only pl…

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Encore Episode: Dr. Leslie Torres-Rodriguez Closed a School and Opened Up Opportunities for Hartford's Children 33:07

9M ago33:07

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. Intro: Hartford, Connecticut was the location of my very first hockey game. The Hartford Whalers vs the NY Rangers. And wha…

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Did Dr. Bren Elliott Say She Taught Her Kids How to Build an Explosive Device?? 30:58

9M ago30:58

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review on Amazon? Intro: A few months ago, I found myself driving so…

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Is This Mic On? Mike Rossi Reflects on Making a Major Change as a New Superintendent 35:37

9M ago35:37

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review on Amazon? Imperfect Leaders, in my third year as a superinte…

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In Brian Gill's Words: Don’t Let Statistics Become “Damned Lies” 36:55

10M ago36:55

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can now order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here, and if there is no hyperlink, go to peterstiepleman.com, you can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to earn 35 positive reviews on Amazon. Thanks! When I was a s…

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A Process for Strategic Planning with Sergio Mendoza 33:43

10M ago33:43

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can now order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here, and if there is no hyperlink, go to peterstiepleman.com, you can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to earn 35 positive reviews on Amazon. Thanks! When you becom…

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How to Ask the Right Question with Dave Macleod 38:15

10M ago38:15

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can now order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here, and if there is no hyperlink, go to peterstiepleman.com, you can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to earn 35 positive reviews on Amazon. Thanks! Imperfect Lead…

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The person who talks the most learns the most: A conversation about coaching with Dr. Amy Illingworth 29:22

10M ago29:22

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can now order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here, and if there is no hyperlink, go to peterstiepleman.com, you can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to get 35 positive reviews on Amazon. Thanks! Imperfect Leade…

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A Conversation with AASA President Gladys Cruz 33:22

11M ago33:22

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here. Or if there is no hyperlink, please go to Amazon or Barnes & Noble or peterstiepleman.com to order a copy. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to get 35 positive reviews on Amazon. T…

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We're Here For The Kids! An Encore Presentation With Dr. Shari Camhi 29:39

11M ago29:39

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can now order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here. Or if there is no hyperlink, go to peterstiepleman.com, you can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to get 35 positive reviews on Amazon. Thanks! Imperfect Leader…

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See the Good with Mike Nelson 32:30

11M ago32:30

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can now order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here. Or if there is no hyperlink, go to peterstiepleman.com, you can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to get 35 positive reviews on Amazon. Thanks! My Guest: This w…

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Empowering Voices and Empowered Voices: Student Leadership and Technology in Education 32:45

11M ago32:45

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can now order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here. Or if there is no hyperlink, go to peterstiepleman.com, you can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to get 35 positive reviews on Amazon. Thanks! My Guest: This w…

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Every Head of the Seven Headed Dragon Matters: Tom Hoerr Talks About Multiple Intelligences and the Instance He May Have Omitted One 33:15

12M ago33:15

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Book Update! Imperfect Leaders! You can now order my book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action. Click on the link here. Or if there is no hyperlink, go to peterstiepleman.com, you can order it there. AND if you liked it, would you please leave a positive review? I’m hoping to get 35 positive reviews on Amazon. Thanks! My Guest: This w…

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