Last week, we discussed all the reasons why we don’t typically enjoy the last weeks of the school year. This week, I’m teaching you all of the how, and it all stems from the simple solution I gave you at the end of the last episode: planning your future is the key.

When you plan your future, that preparation allows you to experience those moments with presence. When you plan enjoyment, it’s already decided. You have the solutions you need to the problems you’ve anticipated. This is what makes all the difference, and I’m showing you how to make the most of it in this episode.

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Many of you are at the point of the school year where you are now making decisions about staffing assignments for next year. You’re having to hold conversations with your staff about where they’re going to be placed in the next school year, and if you’re experiencing fear, doubt, or worry, you’re not alone. 

We want staffing assignment decisions to be a win-win for everyone involved. Unhappy teachers don’t serve anyone, and we need to consider their wants and needs. However, we don’t want these conversations to turn into an us-versus-them dynamic, where you’re stuck in a gridlock with your staff. So, how do we hold space for them while making the best decisions for our school? 

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Today, I’m introducing you to one of my incredible clients, Jena Damiani. Jena is one of my longest-serving clients and we have so much fun together, and the work we’ve done over the past few years has really changed everything about how she approaches her role as a school leader.

We’re talking about something a little bit different on today’s show, but stick with us because it’s all relevant. We’re starting a discussion about money mindset, and Jena is courageously sharing her journey in this area with you, and we’ll also be discussing the interview process, and how you can get into the position that is meant for you.

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Last month, I led a webinar all about leaving school leadership. It might seem like it doesn’t make much sense for me to guide people through the process of leaving their roles in education, but I did it in my own life. Whether you’re hating your job right now, or you’re unsure if it’s what you want for your future, know that I’ve been in your shoes and I know exactly what you’re going through. 

We want to enjoy the Monday through Friday of our lives. We don’t want to dread every Sunday evening as it comes to a close, and we don’t want to be consumed day and night by how life isn’t fun anymore, or how we’re not making any progress professionally. So today, I’m inviting you to dig deep as I help you get clear on what you want moving forward. 

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As a school leader, you see the big-picture vision for your students, staff, and overall community, which mostly involves implementing new practices or instructional topics for your school. But doing this is often met with resistance, and teachers aren’t always 100% sold on your ideas. So, how do you create teacher buy-in?

This is a topic that comes up a lot in my coaching work, and this week, I have a story that comes directly from one of my clients that I’m using for context so you can apply what I’m sharing to your situation. Whether you’re not yet confident in your decision-making as a principal, or you’re unsure of how to sell your teachers on your vision, we’re covering it all on this episode. 

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