In AWE Podcast: Recent Episodes

Sarah Johnson

Welcome to the In AWE Podcast where we amplify women by sharing their unique stories and empower a community through the mission in their message. Series formats highlight incredible women who leave us in awe of their impact on our world. The podcast is a feature developed by Sarah Johnson, former English teacher and school principal turned author and entrepreneur. Join our community by using the #InAWEtoRISE hashtag.

Jennifer Womble believes in the value of education and leadership in today’s technological world. Her vision for transforming education includes creating high quality professional development for education in the technology space. Since 2010, she has served as the Conference Chair for the Future of Education Technology Conference (#FETC), the largest independent #edtech conference in North America, she specializes in developing innovative edtech events and hands-on experiences to engage education and leadership audiences and promote learning experiences, and implement modern pedagogy infused with technological tools. Host of FETC Webinar Series monthly and named Edtech and eLearning Top Influencers, and EdTech Digest Leadership Award, she serves as judge for the District Administration Top Edtech Products and Reimagine Education Awards. She demonstrates daily the value of community involvement, the pursuit of learning science and the role of innovative leadership. Whether leading, teaching or volunteering, she spreads her energetic spirit and inspires others to invest in our future—our children.

In this episode, we discuss:

Importance of leadership in our schools to embrace technology innovation for our students’ futures
Jennifer’s journey from being a law school drop out as she says to finding her passion in education
Her passion for building community through the work she does in her role at FETC as well as more about the annual event so you can join that community in 2025,
Finally, Jennifer gives us a beautiful insight into her own resiliency as a leader in such a beautiful way after the experience of losing a spouse as well as building friendships and community.

Jennifer on LinkedINJennifer on Facebook

Jennifer on Twitter

Jennifer on InstagramFETC Website

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Connect with Jennifer:
Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools®, a project of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. He has testified before the United States Congress and has worked alongside that body, the US Senate, the White House, the US Department of Education and state departments of education, corporations, and school districts throughout the country to implement student-centered learning while helping to lead Future Ready Schools® and Digital Learning Day. An ASCD best-selling author, Murray serves as a regular conference keynote, was named the "2018 National/Global EdTech Leader of the Year," by EdTech Digest, the "2017 Education Thought Leader of the Year," one of "20 to Watch" by NSBA in 2016, and the "Education Policy Person of the Year" by the Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2015. His best-selling book, Learning Transformed: 8 Keys to Designing Tomorrow’s Schools, Today, co-authored with Eric Sheninger and published by ASCD, was released in June 2017. His most recent book, Personal & Authentic: Designing Learning Experiences that Impact a Lifetime, was released in October of 2019.

Prior to moving to his role in Washington, D.C., Murray served as an elementary teacher, middle school teacher, middle school principal, elementary principal, and at the district level in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. He is most passionate about creating cultures of innovation where teachers are empowered to create the types of learning experiences today's modern learners need to thrive. In addition to his role at Future Ready Schools®, Murray works directly with school and district leaders for administrative retreats, opening convocations, and professional learning days.

In this episode, we discuss:

How our minds can open and grow as we learn and become exposed to other people’s stories
Tom’s passion for creating more inclusive spaces for all
And we dive into specific challenges female leaders face as well as ways Tom works to make an impact with his influence as well as shine light on the voices of underrepresented leaders.

Connect with Tom:

Thomas C. Murray Website

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Review the Podcast:

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Personal & Authentic: Designing Learning Experiences That Impact a Lifetime

Learning Transformed: 8 Keys to Designing Tomorrow’s Schools, Today

Kim Strobel is a renowned motivational speaker and author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy, sought after by schools, businesses, and organizations worldwide. With her powerful message about the impact of happiness on well-being and the pursuit of fulfillment, she traverses the globe, sharing her insights. Kim specializes in empowering educators and professionals, equipping them with the necessary tools and strategies to shift their mindsets, reclaim their happiness, reignite their passion, and lead with purpose.

Drawing from her extensive background as a teacher and curriculum director, Kim’s ultimate aim is to inspire her audience. Through her engaging talks, she presents captivating research, heartwarming anecdotes, and practical steps for achieving life-altering results.

In addition to her professional pursuits, Kim is a devoted animal rescuer, having rescued 187 dogs. She is also an avid runner and has an unwavering love for life.

In this episode, we discuss:

Kim’s incredible story about how she found her passion for serving educators from a dark space in her own life and how she began her own business,
Her passion for positive psychology and the content she provides in her recently published book, Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy,
And you’ll gain some very specific strategies for boosting your own joy right here on the podcast with a happiness habit!

Strobel Education Website

Kim on FacebookTeach Happy Facebook Group

Kim on Instagram

Kim on LinkedIN

Twitter: @strobeledKim’s Book: Teach Happy

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Connect with Kim:
Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Throughout his 25 year career, Jim has demonstrated a deep commitment to fostering collective efficacy within each school he has served. Having grown up in poverty and even experiencing homelessness, Jim is acutely aware of the challenges that students and educators face every day. His innovative and dedicated approach, focused on "Respecting, Supporting, and Valuing," has led to ongoing improvements for students, staff, parents, and systems. As the former principal of a middle school serving 1100 students, Jim left an indelible mark on the institution, "shaking the world as he went by."In addition to his exemplary work as an education administrator, Jim has also established himself as a highly sought-after speaker and leadership coach, with engagements across the country. His expertise in organizational culture and employer/employee relationships has been instrumental in transforming school cultures and improving educational outcomes. Jim's commitment to education is evident in his service as Iowa's NASSP State Coordinator for four years, where he worked with elected officials to advance education policies.Jim and his wife, Amy, who is also a lifelong educator, have three children. Together, they form a family dedicated to supporting education and improving outcomes for all students.In this episode, we discuss: Jim’s passion for supporting leaders at all levels in educational organizations, His influences from female leaders in his own life that have helped shape his philosophies and leadership style, And we hear Jim’s energy for growth, learning, and supporting female leaders as he grew along his own journey to understanding the unique challenges females face in the profession.Connect with Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkedIn Sarah on Facebook In AWE Podcast Subscribe to Sarah’s PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.Connect with Jim:Inspired EdificationJim on TwitterJim on InstagramNeed a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares insight around how we can live our own history and the legacy we want through imperfect consistency. Leaning away from the idea of striving for perfection and moving toward self development in increments boosts our own sense of satisfaction and success.

Maybe this is the jolt you need right now to begin living your own legacy with imperfect consistency.

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Michele Webb has over 27 years of experience in education to include: teaching, administration and division-wide leadership experience. Having a business and marketing background, Michele has extensive experience in various industries including athletics, private education and K-12 public education spanning across four large school divisions. She has multiple credentials in facilitating workshops, keynote presentations, and coaching individuals to maximize their purpose. Her certifications include Maxwell presenter/coach; Gallup Strengths coach; Fierce Conversations and Covey facilitator. Michele has a passion to support individuals maximize their full potential. She has pioneered school and divisionwide initiatives that have resulted in sustained impact.

Currently, Michele leads the leadership development program in Prince William County Public Schools. She continues to be an advocate to educate our children in order to make a difference in our society. She strives to develop leadership by instilling life skills, resiliency and how to be goal-driven and reflective.

Overall, Michele strives to inspire individuals to realize and achieve their ultimate purpose.

In this episode, we discuss:

Michele’s journey from business and marketing into the classroom and what has led her to leadership development work
Her insightful thoughts about keeping current in leadership topics and what it takes to lead today,
And her dynamic upbringing helped inform her purposed leadership beyond the scope of her leadership titles.

Connect with Michele:

Michele on Twitter

Make a Difference Network–Book Michele and her team!

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Let's celebrate International Women's Day 2024! Sarah provides a brief history of International Women's Day as well as Women's History Month in the US. You may be intrigued by the timeline and we hope you are inspired by the call to action!

Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day/background

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Ten minutes with Ted, and you will be energized by his optimism and passion for leadership. You will also have an understanding of why the people who know him the best say that he is "contagiously energetic, insanely curious, service-oriented, and passionate about the young people of our world."

Chief Executive Officer and Agency Administrator for CESA 6, Ted is a motivational keynote speaker who has presented to thousands of educators around the country. He demonstrates the power every individual carries to influence other people through optimism and cognizant leadership. Ted has been a teacher, principal, and superintendent. Ted is also the host and creator of "The Smart Thinking" podcast which is dedicated to supporting leadership in the classroom, the boardroom, and in life by sparking reflection, action, collaboration, and empathy.

In this episode, we discuss:

Ted’s focus on family and his most important influences throughout his journey in education
His sponsorship of female leaders through the Women Leading Wisconsin conference through CESA 6 as well as his desire to grow a more equitable leadership landscape for female leaders
And we hear wonderful insights into Ted’s passion for education, service, and roots of his podcast as well as several powerfully reflective moments

Ted on LinkedIn

The Smart Thinking Podcast and more connections with Ted on CESA 6 Page

Women Leading Wisconsin 7th Annual Conference

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Connect with Jimmy:Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Monika King has been an educator for 36 years. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a Master’s degree in School Leadership from Benedictine College, as well as a Master’s degree in Science Education from Wichita State University. Monika was a science teacher for middle and high school students in the Wichita Diocese Catholic School. She was then the secondary science coordinator for Wichita Public Schools until she became Principal of Maur Hill-Mount Academy in Atchison, Kan. She returned to Wichita in 2022 and teaches science at Kapaun Mount Carmel High School again.

She has been an adjunct professor for Benedictine College, Southwestern College, and the University of Phoenix.

Monika is a recipient of the 2017 M. Claradine Johnson, awarded to those determined in their efforts to ensure that quality was incorporated into every aspect of the accreditation model. In 2018 she was awarded the AdvancED Excellence in Education Award for her dynamic role in Maur Hill-Mount Academy’s revitalization.

She has been married for 35 years to her husband Stephen, and they have four adult children and two granddaughters.

In this episode, we discuss:

Monika’s lineage and how her upbringing has informed her leadership and life
Her experiences in school leadership and her experiences going back into the classroom, and
She shares inspirational messages through her personal journey through healing from illness and maintaining a strong faith

Monika on Twitter

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Connect with Monika:
Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

For anyone needing a jolt to remember that clouds are not permanent and if we are patient enough, they will move along. Sarah shares an insight about leading strong even when the vision gets cloudy.

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

In this first Sponsorship Spotlight, Sarah features Jimmy Casas, educator, author, publisher, nationally known and celebrated public speaker, leadership coach, and friend. Jimmy is the owner of J Casas and Associates, an executive leadership coaching company and ConnectEDD, a publishing company. Jimmy is known for his educational leadership books Culturize: Every Student, Every Day, Whatever it Takes, and his most recent book Recalibrate the Culture: Our Why, Our Work, Our Values. He is a loving father of three adult children and stepdad to two sons, a devoted husband, son, and a champion for students and educators across the country.

In this episode, we discuss:

His own journey of being sponsored to become an author and book publisher,
Jimmy’s sponsorship of several key women in his own life who he continues to elevate and partner with in his work through both his businesses,
And we hear awe-inspiring details about how Jimmy intentionally elevated female leaders, creating opportunities and a greater diversity of representation at his school and in his business.

Connect with Jimmy

J Casas and Associates

ConnectED Publishing

Jimmy on Twitter

Jimmy on Facebook

Jimmy on Instagram

Jimmy on LinkedIN

Mentioned in the Episode:

In AWE of Khela Casas

In AWE of Joy Kelly

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Connect with Jimmy:
Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

How are you doing on your resolve for growth in 2024? In this episode, Sarah walks listeners through a midpoint check on the resolutions they set at the start of 2024. Tune into this Jolt to learn a process for midpoint checks and get a jolt of inspiration to keep yourselves resolved!

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Heather Cox knew she would be an educator since she was young, designing Sunday school lessons for her dolls, and after 22 years that still describes her heart! She is passionate about intertwining her faith in every part of her life whether it’s as an elementary principal, a wife, a mother, or a public speaker. Heather’s greatest joys are her three grown children and her amazing husband (who is a mental health therapist). Heather writes devotional messages about prayer and leadership

on her blog.

In this episode, we discuss:

Her journey in the principalship and what fuels her passion for the position
Heather’s experience in melding her history in mission work and how her faith continues to guide her path
How her motherhood journey has shifted as her children have grown and how she continues to care for herself to lead strong

Connect with Heather:⁠⁠Heather's Blog

⁠⁠Connect with Sarah Johnson:

⁠Sarah's Website⁠
⁠Sarah on Twitter⁠
⁠Sarah on IG⁠
⁠Sarah on LinkedIn⁠
⁠Sarah on Facebook⁠
⁠In AWE Podcast⁠
⁠Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast⁠

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? ⁠Contact Sarah Johnson⁠ for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Needing a jolt to get you focused on purpose and empowering yourself to focus with intentionality on your full life? Sarah shares her process for developing a yearly vision full of goals and actionable beginning, middle, and end points. Join her for a useful and awe-inspiring message.

Resources Mentioned:

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing

Savor Life Planner: https://bit.ly/SavorPlannerSJohnson

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Sarah has some exciting news about the new season and what to expect with the addition of an AWEsome new feature, Sponsor Spotlights. #InAWEPodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Jill is married to her high school sweetheart, Mom of 5, and Gaga of 3. She’s a former Special Ed Teacher, HS Special Ed Coordinator, HS Assistant Principal, and HS Principal. Jill is a graduate of the Learning Forward Academy Class of 2019. She recently retired in July of 2022 and is currently figuring out what God has in store for her next!

In this episode, we discuss:

Jill’s journey through rediscovering herself after retiring from serving schools as a principal
The importance of a network to stay positive and strong as well as her journey into education, and
Jill’s faith journey as well as how that informs her mentorship philosophy.

Connect with Jill:

Jill on IG

Jill on Facebook

Jill’s email

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnsonfor presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

In this episode, Sarah shares the distinction between mentorship and sponsorship, illustrates both, and teases some upcoming additions to the podcast!

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnsonfor presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast
The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Shannon Donnelly has just completed her 23rd year in education. She has been a Special Education Teacher, a Director of Pupil Services, a High School Principal, and just completed her first year as the Superintendent of the Somerset School District. Dr. Donnelly has a passion for the work of transforming schools to ensure that students are experiencing a learning environment that more closely mirrors the ever-changing world students will enter upon graduation. She is often heard stating, "If schools still look like they did when I graduated in 1995, we have a problem".

In addition, Dr. Donnelly has worked with over 25 school districts that have wanted to embark on a journey of creating a flexible master schedule that abandons the structures that were created over 150 years ago for schools (and sadly still exist in most schools today). In her free time, she enjoys watching her boys participate in sports and spending time at their family cabin.

In this episode, we discuss:

Shannon's journey into becoming a school superintendent
Her experiences with successfully completing her doctoral degree while also leading a school and now a district through a global pandemic, and
She shares her passion for leading locally and more broadly mindsets to shift how we create conditions in our schools for experiences we want students to have rather than how they were done 150 years ago.

Connect with Shannon:⁠

Shannon on IG

Shannon’s emailShannon on Twitter⁠

Shannon’s website

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnsonfor presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Erika has been a proud educator for over twenty years, serving in a variety of roles. She currently serves the Assistant Superintendent for the Ashland School District in beautiful Southern Oregon. She grew up in Portland, OR, graduating from the University of Oregon with a Master’s in Education in 2001. She dove head first into her career as a special education teacher at the middle school level. In this work, she endeavored to provide each student with the individualized supports needed to reach their limitless potential. This continued to inspire her when her family relocated to Southern Oregon, and she became a special education teacher on special assignment serving K-12 students.

She earned her administrative credential in 2012 at Southern Oregon University, and transitioned to an administrative role at award winning Ashland High School as assistant principal and then principal. She had the great privilege of teaching and learning alongside a tremendous group of educators for seven joy-filled years. Following a desire to work with our youngest students, she moved to the elementary level as principal in a neighboring district, before being called to have a broader impact at the district office level, overseeing special education, counseling and behavioral health, social emotional learning, and elementary programs. Supporting all students through individualized supports continues to fuel her today, serving as both her why and her passion.

Erika is the co-author of Connecting Through Conversation: A Playbook for Talking with Students and has developed and led workshops and professional development activities addressing a multitude of topics in education, communication, and leadership. These include School Improvement Science; Universal Design for Learning; Special Education; Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; Orientation and Training for Administrators; Leadership; Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment; Family Outreach and Engagement, and of course- how to connect through conversation in schools.

Erika lives in Southern Oregon with her extremely supportive husband, two remarkable teenage children, and a very mischievous cat. She feels especially fortunate to live in the community she serves.

In this episode, we discuss:

Erika’s educational journey and what led her to co-author a book,
The importance of connection in our schools and the need to include all adults who talk with kids in the development
Erika shares insights into her passion for serving educators to better serve children.

Connect with Erika:⁠

Erika on Twitter

Erika on IG

Erika on Facebook

Erika’s email

Connecting Through Conversations: A Playbook for Talking with Students

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast
The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

None

Cami Meyers started writing because she was a jealous little sister who wanted to try writing because her older brother was being forced into it. In natural little sister fashion, she stormed off but then started scribbling a story where her brother was the villain.

She is a teenage author, excited and simultaneously terrified to be publishing her very first book.

Cami lives in Northern Wisconsin with her parents, brother, and two dogs, who she loves more than anything in the world. When not reading or writing—which, admittedly, is what she does most of the time—she likes to watch and critique movies, spend time with her friends, correct the grammar of grown adults, and sing (even though she's not very good). She enjoys musicals and music, and can rarely be found without a song stuck in her head.

Her dream is to keep writing and just make it through algebra.

In this episode, we discuss:

Her job shadowing experience and our connection,
The book she wrote and published and the process for self-publishing
And we dive into Cami’s inspiration to write her passions, dreams, goals, and aspirations.

Cami’s Book: Because of Nadia: A Novella

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast
The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

July is going to be a time for a bit of a podcast revamp, so stay tuned to see the changes that are coming! July is also a time that is all about being In AWE of Connections we can have from the past, present, and future! Join Sarah as she shares about her recent bout with Covid, how she dealt with the isolation, and how in awe she is with the connections that play out in her own life.

Don't forget listeners of the In-AWE Podcast can get a special $15 discount on an hour sessionwith her recent guests, The Enchanted Reading Specialists! Click HERE and use code In-Awe!

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Kris and Stacey discovered their combined synergy in 2016 and have been using their gifts to help empower self-discovery ever since. As soul coaches, they use intuitive reiki for transformative self-healing.

In this episode, we discuss:

Kris and Stacey’s journey into becoming intuitive Reiki healers,
Our experiences together through my own healing pathway,
And they provide insight for listeners into some specifics about Reiki healing and what a person can expect with soul coaching.

Connect with the Enchanted Reading Specialists:

Facebook

Email

Website

In AWE Podcast Episode 103

Listeners of the In-Awe podcast can receive a $15 discount for a 1-hour virtual reading with this code: In-Awe

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

With June bringing the In Awe of Healers Series, Sarah's jolt discusses the concept of healing ourselves as she bridges the two interviews for the month.

Make sure you catch Jen Rafferty's episode where she shares how to go about healing internally - you will be inspired by the tips she provides. Educators and professionals need to work to mitigate burnout and build a sustainable career, where they can regain their passion to care well for the people around them.

The upcoming interview in June will be a fantastic episode with the Enchanted Reading Specialists. The spiritual work they do can be healing and life altering, and Sarah shares her own experience working with them and the impact it has had on her own healing journey.

Take some time this month to make space to reflect on the healing you may need!

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast
The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Jen is an educator, author, and international public speaker. She started as a middle school music teacher for 15 years in Central New York. She is known for bringing her energy, humor and expertise in her presentations while inspiring educators to stay connected to their "why." Jen is a certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology.

Since its inception, Empowered Educator has reached teachers and school leaders all over the world. Jen has been featured in Authority Magazine, Medium, Thrive Global, Voyage MIA, and was on the TEDx stage with her talk, Generational Change begins with Empowered Teachers. She is also the host of the podcast, Take Notes with Jen Rafferty, which is rated in the top 3% of podcasts globally.

Jen's insatiable curiosity continues to make the Empowered Educator programs relevant and reflective of the most up-to-date research in mindset, leadership, and cognitive neuroscience. She is committed to inspiring teachers and school leaders to discover their voice and maintain a healthy longevity throughout their careers.

In this episode, we discuss:

What led her to passionately serve to empower educators,
Her journey through learning to listen to her intuition and follow her calling into what is right for her in serving through her business,
And Jen shares valuable details about her focus on healing educators where they are so they can continue serving in their capacities.

Connect with Jen:

Jen on Twitter
Jen on IG
Jen’s Facebook group
Jen’s email
Jen’s website

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast
The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Nancy Mangum is an education consultant, author, national presenter and co-founder of Leading EDge Learning, who is passionate about helping educators create learning experiences that meet the needs of all students. Leading EDge Learning services include developing innovative K-12 programs using an in-depth approach that focuses on partnering with schools to understand emerging problems, operationalizing effective change, and elevating knowledge gained to support schools. Nancy also serves as a Principal coach for JCasas and Associates.

Prior to her current endeavor Nancy was the Associate Director of Professional Learning Programs at The Friday Institute for Educational Innovation at NC State University. Her work at the Institute involved building comprehensive programs for school and district leaders that included leadership development and strategic planning. Nancy is the co-author of the book Leadership in Personalized and Digital Learning: A Framework for Change, published by Harvard Educational Press and brings a depth of knowledge about curriculum, pedagogy, and instructional technology, with past experiences as a classroom teacher, technology facilitator, and district leader.

In this episode, we discuss:

Nancy’s focus on serving organizations and school leaders to help them be their most effective,
Her path into entrepreneurship and her current passion for developing programs through her business, and
Nancy shares how she stays radiant to serve others.

⁠Connect with Nancy:

Nancy on IG⁠

⁠Nancy on Twitter⁠⁠

Nancy’s email⁠

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?⁠ ⁠

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Shannon McClintock Miller is an international speaker, consultant and author who has a passion for education, librarianship, advocacy, technology, social media and making a difference in the world and lives of others, especially children.

Shannon serves as the preschool-12th grade district teacher librarian at Van Meter Community School District in Iowa. She currently serves as the Future Ready Librarians Spokesperson and Future Ready Schools National Faculty Member working with librarians, educators and students around the world every day. She is also Capstone's Teacher Librarian Community Leader. Shannon is the author of the award winning The Library Voice blog and enjoys writing for various blogs, journals and other forums including ISTE, School Library Journal and Publishers Weekly. She has written 12 children’s books about library skills and Makerspaces with Capstone; wrote Leading from the Library with her writing partner Bill Bass and ISTE; and has contributed to several other professional books about libraries and education.

In 2011, Shannon was awarded the Connecting People Shorty Award and was chosen to be part of the SLJ New Leaders Program in 2012. In 2013, she was named one of the Faces of Innovation from Broadband for America; one of 50 featured in the 2013 Center for Digital Education Yearbook; and one of the featured Connected Educators with the Connected Educators projects partnered with the US Department of Education. In 2014, Shannon was named a Library Journal Mover and Shaker. In 2016, she was awarded the Making it Happen Award by ISTE. In 2018, she was awarded the AASL Leadership Luminary Social Media Superstar.

And her most favorite roles of all….She is the mom to three amazing children and lucky wife of Eric.

In this episode, we discuss:

Shannon’s passion for infusing creativity to serve her school community in the library as well as through her consulting and speaking work.
Her experience moving into her position as a librarian as well as the roots of her leadership nationally and abroad
And she shares her experiences as a mom and the beautiful way she stays radiant by living her full life in all the special roles she serves beyond the library.

Connect with Shannon:

Shannon on Twitter

Shannon on Facebook

Shannon on IG

Shannon’s email

Shannon's choice boards

Shannon’s Blog

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Sarah kicks off In Awe of Radiance with our guiding quote and an illustration from her own life of how she has learned to radiate through challenge and embrace the light from those around her.

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the Podcast

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Ashley is a born and raised Wichita, Kansas native. She currently resides in the beautiful city of Arlington, Texas with her 4 children and husband. She received a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Wichita State University and a Masters in School Leadership from Baker University. Ashley has been featured on Good Morning America, Inside Edition, and ABC World News for her creativity and endless love for her students as a teacher.

Currently, Ashley is an Assistant Principal of instruction at a local Charter organization in Dallas, Texas. She is currently a doctoral student at Baylor University with a focus on Learning and Organizational Change.

Ashley believes God is the author of every victory and story in her life. She believes that with God all things are possible and his promise shall always remain true with faith. Ashley has a story that embodies healing, resilience, forgiveness, and strength. She is a survivor of a brain hematoma, domestic violence, child abuse, and many trials/tribulations. Her story has played a major part in uplifting others, walking in kindness, embracing empathy, and her role in leadership. Ashley believes our own personal journeys allow strong connections to be built and empower others daily. Recently, her family was recognized for their kindness in the Arlington Community.

Ashley wants others to know, God will use you no matter your past, mistakes, and weakness. She wants others to know, every challenge in life is a part of your story to help lead others. When others count you out, God is orchestrating your plan! Continuing to take one day at a time, there is always a beautiful rainbow at the end of every story.

She loves spending time traveling, helping others, baking, crafting, and hanging out with loved ones. Her baking skills have given her opportunities to attend a baking show on Netflix.

In this episode, we discuss:

Ashley’s passion for education, leading, and creativity
She shares her experiences being a small business owner as well as educator, and
We hear about her passion to build community and share student stories as well as her own.

Connect with Ashley:

Ashley on IG

Ashley on Facebook

Ashley’s blog on Facebook

Ashley’s email

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Emma Chiappetta is a mathematics instructor, instructional coach, and director of faculty development at Wasatch Academy, a boarding school in central Utah. Her purpose across all of these roles is to bring out the best in each of the students and teachers she works with. She listens carefully and with empathy to their stories, helps them discover their strengths, and brainstorms solutions with them that are compatible with their values.

In the classroom, Emma works hard to create a community of curious problem solvers that are brave in the face of challenges. She is particularly interested in the role that authentic assessment, project based learning, and competency based education play in creating lifelong learners.

In addition to her work in schools, Emma is passionate about sharing her experiences as an educator with other teachers. She keeps her own blog and is a regular contributor to education blogs like Edutopia. She has also shared her classroom experiences on “The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast” and "Ready Set Learn”, as well as authored the book, Creating Curious Classrooms: The Beauty of Questions.

Emma earned her bachelor's degree from Bowdoin College, a master’s in mathematics from Dartmouth College, and a master’s in education from Clemson University.

In this episode, we discuss:

How Emma took the leap to teach in Utah and her current context there,
She explains what drives her to tell her own stories and the impact it has had on her students and herself, and
Emma shares how her book, Creating Curious Classrooms, came about and how it can lead educators on amazing journeys in their own teaching

Connect with Emma:

Emma on Twitter

Emma’s book

Emma’s email

Emma’s author page on Edutopia

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

A new month, and a new focus on Storytellers! In this episode, Sarah does her own storytelling to remind us that every day we get to write and live a new story, and discover a piece of ourselves. She shares a book recommendation, her latest epiphany, and the upcoming guests for April. After listening to this jolt, Sarah will leave you awe-inspired to share your own stories with the world.

What Happened to You by Dr. Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

None

Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. With over 20 years of education and mental health leadership experience, she has the unique lens of both a certified teacher and a licensed clinical therapist specializing in trauma. Charle holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work. Her role as a high school teacher coupled with her work with children and families in crisis gives her incredible insight into solving youth mental health problems stemming from our schools. She is the co-author of Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution and a global keynote speaker delivering powerful messages of hope to educators.

Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, PhD, the “teen translator,” is an adolescent psychologist, family success coach, and co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve student, staff, and parent well-being. For over two decades, she has been helping parents build strong, positive relationships with their teens through improved communication, connection, and understanding. Dr. Cam is a TEDx speaker, host of the Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam podcast, co-creator of the “I Am Enough” teen 12-week workshop, author of Power Phrases for Parents: Teen Edition, and co-author of Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution. Dr. Cam is the mom of a teen too, so she not only talks the talk, she walks the walk!

In this episode, we discuss:

The incredible ways these ladies have blended their voices to serve schools and communities to focus on mental health
How their individual passions and backgrounds continue to help their work become more excellent
And their passionate purpose to continue to use their own voices as well as activate others’ to help realize healthier schools can be a reality

Connect with Charle and Dr. Cameron:

Dr. Cam on Twitter

Dr. Cam on IG

Dr. Cam on Facebook

Charle’s email

Charle’s website

Dr. Cam’s website

Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Are you being intentional about amplifying the voices of those around you, so they can share their gifts with the world? If you're not sure how, tune in to this follow-up episode to Activating Your Voice, and listen as Sarah shares the importance, as well as strategies, for inspiring you to assure other's voices are heard.

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

BOLD. OPTIMISTIC. SPONTANEOUS. SUBSTANTIAL.

Dr. LaQuanta M. Nelson has served in education as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, mentor, district level New Teacher Coordinator, motivational speaker, and consultant over the last 20 years. She currently serves as the CEO of “The BOSS Educator” brand where she continues in empowering scholars and all educators on their journey to become Bold, Optimistic, Spontaneous, and Substantial. Over the years, Dr. Nelson’s background and experience in leadership has yielded her to transform underperforming schools in her state, support culture transformations in schools across the United States, and help curate thriving cultures in organizations across multiple spectrums of business.

Nelson has found a true passion in working to help transform cultures and climates through the application of POSITIVE LEADERSHIP! She believes that through positive social and emotional relationships, everyone has the capability of operating in their unique greatness and ultimate success. She focuses her work on strong teamwork amongst adults that will directly influence and reflect an increase in student achievement in schools and bottom lines in business. Dr. Nelson's work is centered on equity and excellence for all, through inclusive cultures. As the product of a single mother living in poverty, Dr. Nelson completely understands the dire importance of the work that must be done in schools that directly support children from underserved backgrounds and that of black and brown students. She is now a highly sought-after speaker, coach, and trainer, spreading love and light across the world!

In this episode, we discuss:

Dr. LaQuanta’s vision for what a BOSS leader embodies
Her journey into serving leaders and schools to empower them with a framework and infuse positivity into their worlds
And she shares wonderful insight into learning to embrace her own voice.

Connect with NAME:Dr. LaQuanta Nelson on TwitterDr. LaQuanta Nelson on Facebook

Dr. LaQuanta Nelson’s email

The BOSS Educator website

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah's jolt today is one of action, as she spends some time exercising her signature strength of noticing excellence and beauty in the world, by providing encouraging tips for how to activate your voice.

Enneagram Links:

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery (Ian Cron)
Chris Heuertz’s Blog (Enneagram)
RHETI Inventory through the Enneagram Institute
Wegner-Enneagram Personality Style Scales

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery

Sarah IS BACK and ramping up for March and just in time for Women’s History Month. This month we are In AWE of Women’s Voices. She has some wonderful, inspiring people and stories for you that will feature women's voices, and the mission in their messages. The podcast will be seeing some enhancements coming in June and she can't wait to share it all with you! Thank you for being such steadfast listeners! #InAWEtoRISE Connect with Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkedIn Sarah on Facebook In AWE Podcast Subscribe to Sarah’s PodcastNeed a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Joy Kelly has been an educator for more than 25 years. She has served as a high school teacher, 7-12 parochial school principal and a public high school associate principal, where she was named the Iowa 2016 Associate Principal of the Year. She served as principal in a large comprehensive public high school and has also served as Head of School for a PK-12 Catholic school system. Having been an administrator in both public and parochial schools, Joy brings extensive knowledge and understanding of student achievement, community building, teacher leadership, and managing discipline issues. Joy believes the vitality and success of any school rests in the culture of the school community. It is her belief that positive student achievement occurs as a result of the safe and supportive relationships developed among the adults in the school and with the students and their families. Along with Jimmy Casas, Joy co-authored Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect. Joy is the proud mother of five children and believes her journey with them makes her a better school leader to the students and staff with whom she works every day.

In this episode, we discuss:

What life events impacted the change in Joy’s career,
She shares what she has found healing in the midst of family illnesses and loss, and
Joy shares a holiday message that can help us reflect on how we are living our lives

Connect with Joy:Joy on Twitter

Joy’s email

Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect

Sarah shares her giving thanks list as well as news about the show.

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Hedreich is an award winning author, consultant, and EdTech nerd who helps districts and organizations transform culture, practices and outcomes through student led learning, design thinking and digital literacy. Her award-winning book, Finding Your Blind Spots (Solution Tree) helps educators, parents and students create inclusive learning communities. Her workshops and keynotes for MASCD, CUE, VASCD, etc., and districts throughout the US and in Europe inspire educators to get off the stage so that students can ideate, collaborate and create their own experiential learning pathways.

Hedreich, who has additionally written 5 non-fiction books for grades 4-8 for Cherry Lake Publishing, also helps educators through coaching, courses and a weekly podcast, #SmallBites. Hedreich received her MEd from Texas A&M in Educational Technology, and currently serves her district in North Texas as PK-12 EdTech Curriculum and Instructional Specialist.

Hedreich is the mother of one baby-an adult son. She is a former Grammy nominated singer-songwriter, Texas born, and a former Swiss resident who is passionate about transforming educational practice.

In this episode, we discuss:

Hedreich’s transition from music teacher to EdTech Queen,
She shares how she uses simple technology to create meaningful experiences for children to help them embed skills they are learning into real life problems, and
Hedreich details the impetus that led her into authoring and consulting around equity and inclusive environments for all children.

Connect with Hedreich: Hedreich on Twitter

Hedreich on IG

Hedreich’s email

Hedreich’s website

Hedreich’s books

Hedreich’s TikTok

Hedreich’s podcast

Hedreich’s Linktr.ee

Finding Your Blink Spots: Eight Guiding Principles for Overcoming Implicit Bias in Teaching (How to Reduce Implicit Bias in the Classroom)

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Finding Your Blind Spots: Eight Guiding Principles for Overcoming Implicit Bias in Teaching (How to Reduce Implicit Bias in the Classroom)

Sarah reflects on the role of tech in the classroom and our irreplaceable teachers.

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah’s Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a special poem that has helped her continue to persevere through decades of challenges.

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Andrea Trudeau, M.S.Ed., NBCT, is a self-proclaimed no-”shh” librarian who just began her 25th year at Alan B. Shepard Middle School in Deerfield District 109 just north of Chicago, Illinois. In her school, she has created and cultivated an active learning commons that embraces community, creativity, critical thinking, risk-taking, and fun! She models lifelong learning to her school community by being a Ph.D. candidate at Northern Illinois University in Instructional Technology where she is researching the impact of cinematic virtual reality on adolescent students’ empathic responses. Furthermore, she is a Fulbright-Hays grant scholarship recipient and spent five weeks in Tanzania and Kenya this past summer teaching high school students while being immersed in East African culture. Regardless of where Andrea is teaching and learning, she firmly believes that the library is the heart of the school, and she works diligently to help everyone in her school community feel welcome, connected, and valued.

In this episode, we discuss:

Andrea shares her unexpected journey into becoming the no “shhhh” librarian.
How her passion for virtual reality is helping children of all cultures to develop empathy, and
We hear about her own experiences with perseverance that allow her to pour into the students she works with.

Connect with Andrea:

Andrea on Twitter
Andrea’s email
Andrea’s website
Cult of Pedagogy: Find Your Marigold

Connect with Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

It is hard when life gets overwhelming because of commitments we have made, but also important at those times to be vulnerable and share our stories. We are all tied together and it's important to know you are not alone in your struggles. Sarah shares reflections on perseverance with three key points for listeners to consider in their own journey. #InAWEtoRISE

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to Sarah’s Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Marilyn Jones was born in Costa Rica and moved to WI when she was 12 years old. Her experiences as an immigrant have marked her identity and helped define her mission in life. As a Latina in Higher Ed., her mission is to serve and empower others, especially students of color, through knowledge, resources, and by nurturing their talents and passions. Her mission centers on relationships built on trust and support. It is a reaffirmation of her love for community, justice, respect for diversity, and for leading from a place of authenticity where fear has no place.

Marilyn is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Spanish Language and Cultures at Cardinal Stritch University. In addition, she currently chairs the Humanities Division there. At Marquette University, she earned her master’s degree in Contemporary Latin American Literature and bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Spanish Literature. She is currently completing her Ph.D. in Leadership at Stritch.

Her teaching and research interests include interpreting studies and pedagogy, the Black diaspora, construction and articulation of Black identity in Central America, and representations of outsider or marginalized subjects in literature.

In this episode, we discuss:

Marilyn shares life changing struggles she persevered through that now positively impact her character and life mission
She explains the importance of surrounding yourself with people that will love and support you, and
Marilyn vulnerably describes an experience, that previously caused her shame, but truly lead her to the fulfilling place she is now

Connect with Marilyn: * Marilyn’s Email * Marilyn’s Website

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a message of hope through trial and the inspiration of the word "Perseverance".

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Vanessa Varela is an Assistant Professor in Education at Mount Mary University, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Her work focuses especially on second language acquisition, ESL, bilingual education, world language, and multicultural literacy. Her current projects include a research on childrens’ books, and the development of an ESL strategy at Mount Mary University. Vanessa is also an author and illustrator of two children's books that exalt the Hispanic heritage among young readers.

In this episode, we discuss:

What being a Developer means to Vanessa
She shares her journey coming to the US, being a 2nd language learner, and creative ways she has found to share her culture with the world
How Vanessa is working to impact other young girls and women

Vanessa and I agreed that it would be important to mention to you that it is National Hispanic Heritage month, which lasts September 15-October 15 here in the United States. Because so much of Vanessa’s life mission and her own story ties to empowering Hispanic females, I am grateful to bring to your attention this focus on Hispanic heritage. Her own contributions to representation, elevation, and empowerment of the Hispanic community are significant. What a gift to share with you Vanessa Varela’s Developer story.

Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa on Facebook

Vanessa’s email

Vanessa’s website

Attributes of a Hispanic Girl: I can Fauna in Latin America, Our Animals

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares about the process of developing, parts of self-development challenges and triumphs, and a resource to help you with your own development journey.

Dan Pink's When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing

Kheila Dunkerly is the Director of Teaching and Leadership Development for J Casas and Associates. Kheila is also a graphic and web designer for J Casas and Associates and ConnectEDD Publishing Company. She served as a classroom teacher, an instructional coach, and a Director of Innovation during her 20 years in education and is passionate about using technology to inspire creative expression. Kheila is honored to be an Apple Distinguished Educator and was recognized as the Innovator of the Year at the 2021 Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo and Conference.

In this episode, we discuss:

Kheila’s developer journey and how it has taken her to where she is today, both personally and professionally.
She shares the connection between education and technology in her life and how she uses that to tap into her own creativity.
Kheila talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people and the impact that can have on our lives.

Kheila is such a genuinely beautiful soul, and she gives us a glimpse into that in the episode. Trust me when I say that you will love this lady almost as much as I do by the time we are done. It is my honor to share with you Kheila Dunkerly’s developer story.

Connect with Kheila: Kheila on Twitter Kheila on IG

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah kicks off the Developers Series with a focus on developing awareness for National Suicide Prevention Week. Check out the resources mentioned in the episode to develop your awareness and those around you. #InAWEtoRISE

National Suicide Prevention Week--AFSP Site

In AWE of Suicide Survival with Dawn Meyers

World Suicide Prevention Day: Tribute to Jerome Wayne Hamman

Youth Mental Health First Aid Information

QPR Training

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Rachael George thought education was the last place she would end up while she was fighting wildland fires with the U.S. Forest Service. It wasn’t until a hard conversation with a base manager in Grangeville, Idaho did Rachael realize she needed to put her chainsaw down and make a bigger impact on the world. Rachael is a member of the ASCD Emerging Leaders Class of 2015 and currently serves as the principal of Sandy Grade School in the Oregon Trail School District. Over the past six years, Sandy Grade School has moved from being one of the lowest-ranked elementary schools in the state of Oregon to performing in the top 20% of elementary schools. Sandy Grade School has been recognized by the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE) as a Model School for closing the achievement gap. Prior to serving as an elementary principal, she was a middle school principal of an “outstanding” and two-time “Level 5: Model School” as recognized by the State of Oregon. Rachael specializes in curriculum development, instructional improvement as well as working with at-risk students and closing the achievement gap. She has also co-authored two books (She Leads: The Women’s Guide to a career in Educational Leadership with Majalise Tolan), and (Principaled: Navigating the Leadership Learning Curve with Kate Barker and Kourtney Ferrua).

Connect with Rachael:

Rachael onTwitter

Rachael on IG

Rachael on Facebook

Rachael email

Rachael’s website

She Leads: The Women’s Guide to a Career in Educational Leadership

Principaled: Navigating the Leadership Learning Curve

Episode 110: In AWE of PrincialED Crew-Pathfinders series

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Principaled: Navigating the Leadership Learning Curve

None

Maria Lewis Ramadane brings over twenty-five years of professional experience in nonprofit management, government, and education. She specializes in leadership development and coaching in the public and private sector, and for the past nineteen years worked in public and private education teaching students from Pre-K – post secondary education. Her career in education began as a teacher of students with special needs; with over thirty years as a building level administator. She served as an adjunct instructor for Shenandoah University teaching Curriculum and Instruction. As a building principal, Ms. Ramadane has led over one hundred certified and classified staff and served as an instructional leader for over 1,000 students.

Ms. Ramadane is the author of Raising Men Not Boys: Daily Affirmations to Uplift Your Son. In addition, Ms. Ramadane’s, My One Life on Purpose podcast offers daily motivation to her listeners. Maria is the founder of the Speak Yourself Up Empowerment Summit, Dream Girls Seminars, and Parenting with Purpose. The events focus on promoting positive self-image for women and girls.

Ms. Ramadane is the mother of two young men and is dedicated to ensuring all young people recognize their own personal greatness!

In this episode, we discuss:

Maria’s definition of agility and she shares several elements of her life that demonstrate her own agility.
We hear about her experiences as a middle school principal, leadership coach, and her new chapter leading at the division level.
And finally, we learn about some passion projects that Maria is working on in addition to her dissertation research.

Be ready to be awe-inspired as we hear Maria Ramadane’s Agility story.

Connect with Maria: Maria on Twitter My One Life On Purpose Podcast I Am Not Invisible Interview Link for 18-26 Year Olds

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Laura Jennaro is a wife, mom, learner, and leader who has been in the field of education for 19 years, half of that time in the classroom, with the other half spent serving others through leadership roles. The majority of Laura’s work has been with middle school-aged students, but she has enjoyed the years with high schoolers. While her career path has had some unexpected twists, she values every experience. Laura is currently a principal at a large, urban middle school in southeast Wisconsin where she leads over 800 students with a collaborative team of administrators. When not championing a strong school culture, learning about her staff and students’ backgrounds and inspiring others to learn through relationships, Laura enjoys spending time in nature (camping/ hiking/ boating) with her family and friends. She is an avid reader, podcast listener and sports enthusiast (Milwaukee Bucks and Brewers, Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers’ fan), and runner.

In this episode, we discuss:

Laura’s definition of agility as well as her journey into education and administration.
She shares her insights on how each shift and reinvent has led her to where she is now, and
We hear about resources that help her remain agile and grow her personal and professional leadership acumen.

I am deeply inspired by Laura’s reflective nature, her ability to process perceived failures, and her courage to try new ways of thinking and leading. I cannot wait for you all to meet my friend, Laura Jennora as we hear her Agility story.

Connect with Laura: Laura on Twitter Laura on Facebook Laura on LinkedIn

Laura on IG Laura’s AWE-Inspiring Recommendations:

Brené Brown

AWSA in Wisconsin

Tammy Gibbons

Joe Schroeder

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Proud member of the Teach Better Podcast Network https://www.teachbetter.com/podcasts/ #TBPodcaster #TeachBetter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

After almost a year on hiatus, the In AWE Podcast is re-launching! In this episode, Sarah shares why the show took a break, reveals exciting news about the expansion of the In AWE Podcast team as well as joining a team, and previews the series feature for the month. #InAWEtoRISE

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this Jolt, Sarah shares a story of how she was affirmed in her own purpose while traveling this summer to deliver a keynote meant to help the audience affirm theirs. It is a special story of how we are all inextricably tied with our stories woven together, which we can see if we choose to notice. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares exciting news about an upcoming chapter in her professional life, a message about noticing the paver stones in our lives, and an update on what to expect from the In AWE Podcast in format from now on. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Janeene Mainor is a Principal of six years at Springwoods Elementary in Prince William County Schools. A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Janeene has completed studies at James Madison University, Old Dominion University, and The University of Virginia. She began her 23 years in education teaching 3rd grade and Kindergarten in Chesapeake Public Schools, After a decade, of working across the city in diverse school settings, she relocated to Northern Virginia continuing her career in Alexandria City Schools, where she almost immediately entered Administration as an Assistant Principal serving two Title One schools over 7 years. After marriage and the birth of her daughter, she moved to Lake Ridge, Virginia, to begin her first principalship in Prince William County Schools at Springwoods Elementary, where “It’s All Good in The Woods!” Her passions include building a strong school culture that will outlast her tenure, learning about her students’ backgrounds, lives, and diverse cultures, and making the physical learning and gathering spaces for staff and students inspiring, relevant and comfortable. When not working, Janeene enjoys reading audio, hardcover, and digital books-several titles at the same time, live music, fellowship with family and friends, laughing often and out loud, and not being on social media.

In this episode, we discuss:

Janeene’s experiences as a principal and her passion for leading as a whole person as well as the emphasis she places on leading her staff to do the same,
She shares about her experiences leading during the shifts experienced during the pandemic,
And we get to hear the awesome details behind her reluctant journey into titled roles as a leader after discovering her superpowers in the classroom.

I felt instantly connected to Janeene with her positive outlook, realistic view of leading and living life as a whole human, and her contagious enthusiasm. What a gift to be able to share her voice on the show in this series to inspire us all. It is with joy, honor, and gratitude that I share with you Janeen Mainor’s Leading Lady story.

Savor Life Planner: https://bit.ly/SavorPlannerSJohnson

Connect with Janeene: Springwoods Elementary School Website

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to the Podcast * Sarah’s Going Beyond Balance Facebook Community

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects upon her daughters' demonstration of leadership in their unique ways, prompting listeners to consider how they can see leaders in all areas of their lives and be inspired by those around them---even their children.

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to the Podcast
Sarah’s Going Beyond Balance Facebook Community

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lacy Warren is a wife, mom, a high school principal, doctoral student and runner. She has been a principal for six years, mostly at the high school level but spent a year partying with preschoolers. Lacy enjoys being outdoors, playing golf, watching the Chiefs, Royals, and KU basketball. In her free time....well she doesn't really have much but she enjoys prioritizing hanging out with friends and family.

In this episode, we discuss:

Lacy’s experiences leading in schools as a principal, the challenges of being a principal during the pandemic and switching jobs during it, and her insights into meeting the challenges of leading and balancing life with a spouse and small children.
She shares about how her passion her journey into titled leadership, and her focus for her doctoral studies, and
we get to learn about her focus on self-awareness and the power it has had in helping her come through personal and professional challenges.

I loved this conversation with my incredible friend, and I know you are going to appreciate her candor, vulnerability, and the insights she will provide. Throughout this conversation, I marveled at what a person can lead through in a year, and the beauty in Lacy’s story as well as how she will no doubt use her personal experiences and her studies to impact in ways I bet she would never even ask or imagine right now. I am so excited to share this interview with you. What an honor to share with you Lacy Warren’s Leading Lady story.

Connect with Lacy: Lacy on Twitter

Lacy's Email: lacy.warren@usd409.net

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to the Podcast * Sarah’s Going Beyond Balance Facebook Community * 5 Day FASTerWAY Link

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Have you ever interviewed for a job and not received the promotion you were seeking? In today’s episode featuring Alex Valencic, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper discuss the topics of working through the disappointment, establishing your relationship with your new supervisor, and the way to have transparent conversations about your goals.

About Alex Valencic: Alex Valencic is an educator, former small business owner, Boy Scout, volunteer drug prevention specialist, unrepentant bibliophile, and a geek of all things. His professional teaching career began thirteen years ago when he began working as a substitute teacher for three years before achieving his lifelong dream of teaching fourth grade, which he did for seven years in Urbana, Illinois. He currently lives and works in Freeport, Illinois, as a Curriculum Coordinator in an EC-12 district. Alex's job duties include supporting innovative educational practices; planning, developing, and coordinating professional learning for all staff; and overseeing the social studies, career and technical education, physical education, health, art, and music programs in the district.

Follow Alex Valencic: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/alextvalencic * Blog: https://coordinatingthecentury.wordpress.com/

Resources from this Episode:

“Thrive Through The Five” https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/195160038X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=195160038X&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=3771ec6479ffb0b0c6be7e80ff4e4aac
HBR Article: https://hbr.org/2019/12/you-didnt-get-that-internal-job-you-really-wanted-now-what

Interested in being a guest on Aspire to Rise?

We would love to hear from you here.

Follow the Hosts,

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website

Joshua Stamper Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Thrive Through the Five: Practical Truths to Powerfully Lead through Challenging Times

McCaila Andrews is a Canadian native living in Wisconsin. She loves theatre, her husband Timothy & ice cream. McCaila works as a pastor at Red Cedar Church, specializing in the areas of creative worship, administrative leadership & communication.

In this episode, we discuss:

McCaila’s journey into the Pastoral Profession and the joys and challenges of leading during this COVID Pandemic.
She shares about how her passion for theater helped shape her leadership skills, and the ways that passion translates to her current context of leading a church todayl
And McCaila shares powerful insights into her own journey of becoming worthy and leading even when she felt unqualified for the role.

At every turn of this conversation, I could feel the mission in McCaila’s message, and I am deeply inspired by the way she is able to weave faith, realities of being a woman in leadership, and the vulnerability in sharing pieces of her heart. This is a powerful, real, and timely conversation that will hold you rapt from beginning to end. My love for this woman grew by bounds in this conversation, and I have zero doubt there is a message meant exactly for you here, my friends. It is with deep joy that I share with you today, McCaila Andrews’s Leading Lady story.

5 Day FASTerWAY Link

Connect with McCaila: McCaila on Instagram

McCaila on Facebook

Resource McCaila Mentioned

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to the Podcast * Sarah’s Going Beyond Balance Facebook Community * 5 Day FASTerWAY Link

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares how the #oneword focus can lead to priorities and the powerful example she has experienced in being able to focus on her personal quadrant to work toward her own vision. Through her coach, Diana Schaapveld and the FasterWay to Fat Loss program, Sarah has been able to conquer her sugar addiction, release her running streak, and focus on strength--all areas of focus in her personal quadrant from her #oneword goal areas. Her story shows how powerful God's timing can be and how sometimes our missions can align too.

Check out Diana Schaapveld's New Client Program which is open now and closes on June 7, 2021! https://bit.ly/FasterWaySarahJ

Link to purchase a My Next 90 Day Planner: https://bit.ly/SavorPlannerSJohnson

Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website

Sarah on Twitter

Sarah on IG

Sarah on LinkdIN

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson

In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com

Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Lead with FAITH

Balance Like a Pirate

This post contains affiliate links, which support the podcast at no cost to you.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Sarah shares examples of how taking your big goals and placing them into smaller chunks to focus upon for periods of time allows you to manifest through action your vision. She illustrates examples from her own life and the process of using the Savor Planner.

Link to purchase a My Next 90 Day Planner: https://bit.ly/SavorPlannerSJohnson

Link to register for coaching with J Casas and Associates: https://bit.ly/JCasasCoaching

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on Facebook
Podcast Website
Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge

This post may contain affiliate links, which support the podcast at no cost to you.

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help me reach more school leaders by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares the tool she uses to keep track of her #oneword focused balance quadrant goals. The Savor Beauty Life Planner--My Next 90 Days is a tool that allows you to vision, plan, and execute weekly goals to get to your vision in 90-day cycles. It is powerful, so listen to Sarah's take on it and consider checking it out yourself!

Link to purchase a My Next 90 Day Planner: https://bit.ly/SavorPlannerSJohnson

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Lead with FAITH * Balance Like a Pirate

This post contains affiliate links, which support the podcast at no cost to you.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Sarah shares her insights about the process of setting a one word and the power it has to focus our priorities and act with intention. In part 1 of this short series, she shares the process for choosing a one word, her experiences in selecting the one word for this year, and how she reviews her quadrant goals to keep focused.

In part 2 of the series, she shares the tool to keep her focused on the planning and follow-through.

In part 3. Sarah shares specifics from her first 90 days to focus and where that has led to this point in the year, challenging you to review your own.

In part 4 Sarah shares her success with personal quadrant goals and the keys for her this year so far in her mission to become her vision..

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects upon her conversation with Barbara Gruener from episode 120 and the power of collaborating in creativity.

Connect with Barbara:

Barbara's Website

Barbara on Twitter

Episode 21: In AWE of Barbara Gruener-Motherhood Series

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to the Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Author of The Corner on Character blog and the book, What's Under Your Cape?, Barbara Gruener is a beloved school counselor, speaker, mentor and coach who works passionately to influence school culture and climate change while helping to foster healthy habits and nurture caring connections among school families and their stakeholders. She positively thrives on stretching empathy. In addition to spending time connecting with family and friends, Barbara loves inspiring people to savor being in the moment as they unwrap the present with gratitude and hope. She and her husband John live in Friendswood, TX.

In this episode, we discuss:

Barbara’s love for creating experiences that serve others both in the act of spreading kindness and the joy in collaborating to do it.
She shares about a new project she has been working on in partnership with two other creators and the beautiful backstory of the book they will be launching soon,
And she provides insight for the process of writing and publishing a children’s book.

This is the second time that I have had the honor of featuring Barabara on the podcast, and I encourage you to check out her first episode from a series on Motherhood back in 2018. I have it linked in the shownotes for your ease. Barbara’s generous and kind spirit is such a balm for my spirit, and I am deeply energized every time we connect. I know her story will inspire you as you hear how she weaves in so many powerful details into her creator story. With great joy, I am happy to share with you Barbara Gruener’s Creator story.

Connect with Barbara: Barbara's Website Barbara on Twitter

Episode 21: In AWE of Barbara Gruener-Motherhood Series

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to the Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects on her conversation with Nichole "Nicki" Burton and shares a message meant to inspire you to consider how you can take what is creative and unique inside you and share it with others.

Connect with Nichole:

Nicki's Website: Kincs By Nicki

Kincs By Nicki on Facebook

Kincs By Nicki on Instagram

Eye Level is Buy Level: The Power and Success of a Dope Tablescape

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to the Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Eye Level Is Buy Level: The Power and Success of a dope Tablescape

At the age of five, Kincs by Nicki, Founder and Designer Nichole “Nicki” Burton began her journey as an artist. A Columbus, Ohio native; Burton is a self-taught artist and designer who has turned her passion for drawing and painting into a sustainable enterprise. Burton’s creative instinct propels her to experiment with color and texture, producing a signature style that has evolved into a vibrant brand of wearable art that is far from ordinary.

Burton’s process for creating new pieces manifests in the forms of dreams. “No pencil or stencil. It is all in my head.” It is no wonder that Nichole’s statement-making jewelry and clothing reflects the city that she inhabits and works in which is bedecked in culturally significance and imaginative representation. Over the course of her successful 20+-year career, Nichole has collaborated with designers, photographers, stylists, make-up artists and activists to highlight, enlighten and educate the significance and relevance of African-American art.

Nichole currently operates a mobile art studio that turns any location into an art studio in minutes, and now offers online services to support others in their creative pursuits. She is author of bestselling, Eye Level is Buy Level: The Power and Success of a Dope Landscape.

She currently resides in Columbus, Ohio with her husband, three adult children and one grandchild.

In this episode, we discuss:

Nichole’s experience shifting through the challenges for creators brought on by the pandemic
The awesome services she now offers to a wider audience and
Why she chose to write and publish a book in the last year as well as insight into her creative process

Any time I interact with Nichole, I feel inspired by her creativity as well as her ability to reach those who need her insights. I am deeply honored that she would join me again on the show to share her experiences and wisdom with us, and I am so excited that her gifts are more accessible to us all now that her hosting has moved online. I have linked her website, so don’t forget to check it out because I know you are going to want to purchase her original art and work with her to create your own friends. It is with great joy I bring you Nichole Burton’s Creator story.

Connect with Nichole: Nicki's Website: Kincs By Nicki Kincs By Nicki on Facebook

Kincs By Nicki on Instagram

Eye Level is Buy Level: The Power and Success of a Dope Tablescape

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Eye Level Is Buy Level: The Power and Success of a dope Tablescape

Sarah reflects upon the concept of being a creator and how important it is for us to realize we all have the ability to uniquely contribute to the world.

Check out Evan Whitehead: Balance, Boundaries, and Breaks

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Sarah on Facebook
In AWE Podcast
Subscribe to the Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lindsay is the founder of The Truly Co and publisher of Truly magazine, a print publication that shares the truth of the Gospel, encouragement, and faith stories. She is a speaker, teacher, and writer and holds a Master's degree in Strategic Leadership. Based in the Minneapolis, Minnesota area, she is passionate about her family and enjoying the beautiful little moments of life.

In this episode, we discuss:

Lindsay’s journey through self-doubt as she developed her understanding and confidence to consider her ability to lead a ministry outside of a titled role in a church
The incredible way she is able to use her experiences in business and background to develop The Truly Co
And her passion for creating and dreaming new ways to serve the mission of The Truly Co

I loved listening to Lindsay make all sorts of beautiful connections to the way she has been specifically gifted to create the concept of The Truly Co and the work that she and her team are doing to amplify women’s voices through their ministry. I know her story has a mission in it for you, friends, and I cannot wait for you to hear all about Lindsay May’s Creator Story.

Connect with Lindsay: The Truly Co Website The Truly Co on Instagram Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to the Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects upon her interview with Dr. Michele Borba and the THRIVERS model she shared. In reflection, Sarah illustrates the power of protective factors to mitigate generational trauma and connects to a personal story from her own family. Her call to action is to review your own divinely appointed protective factors as well as empower yourself knowing you can be one in the life of a child or even an adult. #InAWEtoRISE

Connect with Dr. Michele Borba:

Dr. Michele Borba's Website

Dr. Michele Borba's TED Talk: Empathy is a Verb

Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Sarah on Facebook * In AWE Podcast * Subscribe to the Podcast

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine

Michele Borba, Ed.D. is an internationally renowned educator, award-winning author, and parenting child expert recognized for her solution-based strategies to strengthen children’s character, resilience, and reduce peer cruelty. A sought-after motivational speaker, she has spoken in 19 countries and five continents, and served as a consultant to hundreds of schools and corporations. Clients include Sesame Street, Harvard, U.S. Air Force Academy, 18 US Army Bases in Europe and the Asian-Pacific, H.R.H. the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi. and a TEDx Talk: “Empathy Is a Verb.” She offers realistic, research-based advice culled from a career working with over one million parents and educators worldwide.

Dr. Borba is an NBC contributor who has appeared 150 times on the TODAY show and countless shows including Dateline, Dr. Phil, The View, NBC Nightly News, The Doctors, Dr. Oz, Anderson Cooper, MSNBC, Fox & Friends, Countdown, Fox, The Early Show, and CNN. Her work is featured in TIME, Washington Post, Newsweek, People, Boston Globe, U.S. News & World Report, The New York Times. Reader’s Digest and Globe and Mail. Dr. Borba is recognized globally for her work in bullying and youth violence prevention. She’s a media spokesperson for major corporations including 3M, Office Depot, Unilever, Similac, General Mills, Mastercard, All, Galderma, V-Tech, Cetaphil, Splenda, Walmart, Johnson & Johnson and consultant to Apple TV, McDonalds and Disney.

Dr. Borba is a former classroom and special education teacher with a wide range of teaching experience, including work in a private practice with children with learning and emotional disabilities. She received a Doctorate in Educational Psychology and Counseling from the University of San Francisco, an M.A. in Learning Disabilities and B.A. from the University of Santa Clara, and Life Teaching Credential from San Jose State University. She lives in Palm Springs, California with her husband and has three grown sons.

In this episode, we discuss:

Dr. Borba’s research on resilience and practical ways parents and educators can serve students to become what she calls THRIVERS
Her journey and experience into becoming a creator through authoring books
Practical applications of her research all highlighted in her most recent book Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine
And Dr. Borba shares many more insights certain to inspire you now in your own life and in ways you support children in resilience.

Connect with Dr. Michele Borba:

Dr. Michele Borba's Website

Dr. Michele Borba's TED Talk: Empathy is a Verb

Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website

Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Sarah on Facebook

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine

Sarah shares her reflection on the power of Lisa Gaede's message from Episode 116 and reflects upon the impact of our choice to learn to release and take action. #InAWEtoRISE

Episode 116: In AWE of Lisa Gaede-Courage Series

Episode 46: In Awe of Lisa Gaede-Gratitude Series

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lisa Gaede is a passionate and purposed leader who has learned to use her strengths as her superpowers to serve others. In her new role as business growth strategist for the Unstoppable Entrepreneur, she uses her abilities to encourage others to reach their dreams. Prior to this new role, Lisa served as a speech-language pathologist for 30 years. She is a loving mother of a young adult son, spouse, and stepmom. Lisa enjoys exercising, reading, knitting, crocheting, taking part in Twitter chats, listening to podcasts, spending time with family and friends, and loving up on her awesome dogs.

In this episode, we discuss:

Lisa’s courageous journey into discovering more about herself which led her to a big leap in her career recently.
She shares about her experiences in learning to embrace her strengths in order to discover how to live aligned in her work
And she shares how she is using her skills and prior experience in the education field to serve clients in her new role.

This is the second time that I have interviewed Lisa on this podcast, and each time I get to interact with Lisa is a true gift of an experience. I want you to be sure to check out her first episode from 2019 in our series on gratitude--I linked it in the shownotes for you to make it easier for you to catch her inspiration. Today’s message is one that I believe is perfectly timed for you to hear, my friends. Lisa lives life in a way that deeply inspires and motivates me to become my most courageous version, and I know she will do the same for you in this interview. It is with deep honor, sheer joy, and great enthusiasm that I share with you, my dear friend Lisa Gaede’s Courage story.

Connect with Lisa: Lisa on Twitter Lisa on Facebook Lisa's Email Episode 46: In Awe of Lisa Gaede-Gratitude Series

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this episode, Sarah reflects upon her interview with Emily Nelson in Episode 115, and shares the alignment that Emily's story of courageously trusting herself to make a decision was timely with her own decision to release and embrace in her own life. A main idea is that we need to learn to trust our gut or the knowing within us and shut down the noise of the world around us to embrace what is best for our journey. #InAWEtoRISE

Join Sarah to be coached by Diana Schaapveld with nutrition habits starting Monday, March 29th: https://bit.ly/FasterWaySarahJ

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Emily Nelson is a diagnostic imaging assistant at a hospital in Minnesota. She is also a full-time college student, majoring in Pre-Sonography at St. Cloud Technical College. As a young woman who is learning to develop her voice, she is learning new ways of being courageous in her daily life. She loves dogs, enjoys time with her family, and has a newfound love for travel.

In this episode, we discuss:

Emily’s courageous decision to trust her gut in a big way with her post-secondary education experience,
How her decision led her to pursue a line of work that she loves in the healthcare field, even in the midst of COVID
And her life experiences developing courage through sports and travel

I am so grateful to have this conversation with this special young woman in my life and to share her with you is a deep joy for me. Her spirit and tender and fierce heart is a deep inspiration to me, and I am honored to share with you Emily Nelson’s Courage story.

Connect with Emily: Emily's Email Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares her plans to release her running streak and embrace healthy nutrition habits as part of her Balance Quadrant goals for the year tied to her #oneword Become and encourages listeners to consider what they may need to release, both good and those things holding them back.

Check out Diana Schaapveld's FASTer Way Coaching Program and join Sarah as a participant to focus on healthier nutrition habits.

http://bit.ly/FasterWaySarahJ

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Angie Bodzislaw is Director at Spooner Memorial Library in Spooner, Wisconsin. She is Vice Chair of WLA’s Wisconsin Small Libraries and serves on the Cooperative Children's Book Center Advisory Board. She earned her MLIS degree from UW-Milwaukee and is a graduate of both Wisconsin DPI's Youth Services Development Institute and Wisconsin Library Association's Leadership Development Institute. Most recently Angie co-founded a local initiative called Community First - Washburn County where she worked alongside a handful of community organizations to hand out care packages and deliver food to those in need while also supporting local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Angie's mantra is "choose joy" and believes greatly in the role of libraries in offering community, opportunity, and literacy.

In this episode, we discuss:

Angie’s courageous journey into her current role as library director.
Her experience in delving deeper into herself as a leader and engaging in embracing her strengths and focusing on refining in this year,
And Angie gives us a beautiful testimony for what that self-knowledge is doing in and through her in supporting a loved one through mental health challenges and addiction.

There is so much wisdom in this interview, and Angie’s willingness to share her story with you inspires me deeply. She is a force in this world with a voice meant to be amplified, and I cannot wait for you to get to know my friend in this conversation. What a joy that I get to share with you today Angie Bodzislaw’s Courage story.

Connect with Angie:Angie on Facebook Angie's Professional Email

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects upon the concept of courage and the connection to her interview with Dr. Chaunte Garrett in episode 113. She encourages listeners to consider courageously engaging in self-awareness deeply enough to get to self-love. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

As a leader, are you taking on too many projects and responsibilities? If you tell someone you have too much on your plate, do you feel guilty for being transparent? In today’s episode featuring Ashley Duda, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper tackle the topics of setting healthy boundaries, designating time for ourselves, and navigating through the F.O.G.

In this episode, we discuss:

Time as a currency
Re-evaluating our mission and focus

About Ashley Duda: Ashley is a School Counselor serving at the Kaukauna Area School District. She is a leader and Aspiring Administrator.

Follow Ashley Duda: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/AshleyDuda7

Resources from this Episode:

“Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life”: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310351804/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0310351804&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=34707d597c2250c24ef5bce88df1b66a
Lindsey Hale-Lifted: How to Ditch Fear, Obligation, and Guilt--And Live Your Best Life

Interested in being a guest on Aspire to Rise?

We would love to hear from you here.

Follow the Hosts,

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Sarah on Facebook * Podcast Website * Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Joshua Stamper * Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ * Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper * Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper * Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life

Lifted: How to Ditch Fear, Obligation, and Guilt—and Live Your Best Life

Dr. Chaunté Garrett is an instructional leader with building and district level experience in transforming schools. She designed curriculums, developed and implemented instructional initiatives, helped develop district policies promoting teacher quality and student access to opportunities and supported teachers and administrators in closing achievement gaps, increasing growth and proficiency. Dr. Garrett, an ASCD Emerging and Faculty member, leads a K-12 charter school in Eastern North Carolina.

A 2014 ASCD Emerging Leader, her work with ASCD includes serving as a blogger and design team member on topics such as whole child education, instructional coaching, instructional design, instructional leadership, accountability, equity and racism. She also serves as a featured speaker and presenter at ASCD Empower and a cadre of other conferences.

In this episode, we discuss:

Dr. Chaunté Garrett’s path into education and the courage her parents demonstrated in their own lives inspired her on her courageous path.
Her experience sharing her voice to be an advocate for equity and the way she chose to develop a platform for real change,
And we dive into the courage Dr. Chaunté practices to learn about herself as a leader and advocate for her needs so she can be the strongest leader yet.

What a true honor to have this conversation with a deeply inspirational and effective leader. I have long appreciated her messages, our connection, and now I am elated to share Dr. Chaunté Garrett’s Courage story.

Connect with the Dr. Chaunté Garrett:Dr. Chaunté Garrett on Twitter Dr. Chaunté Garrett's Website

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects on her interview with Marita Diffenbaugh and the power of perfectly timed interactions on our path. She shares two powerful stories with deep impact on her from a stranger and an acquaintance whose timing was so perfect it was anything but coincidence. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Marita Diffenbaugh believes that hope is a prerequisite for learning and looks for ways to help others see their value, which is why she welcomed the opportunity to write a book through a partnership with Jimmy Casas and Jeff Zoul via ConnectEDD. Her recently published book, L.E.A.R.N.E.R., Finding the True, Good, and Beautiful in Education, is for hope givers who thrive when helping others develop their full potential. Marita identifies seven essential components to consider when providing education as a service to learners, along with a remix for measuring learning success. Each chapter features the True, Good, and Beautiful, for when all three of these are present, we can be sure that students are learning how to learn, learning how to help others, and learning how to contribute in their communities and in our world.

Marita Diffenbaugh has served as a teacher, administrator, and has provided coaching and leadership support for districts, schools, and classrooms. As a connected educator, Marita has provided professional development to educators through local, state, national, and international presentations with a focus on the process of learning in both in-person and virtual spaces, care for learners of all ages, and encouragement for positive digital citizenship. She is currently sharing her passion and leadership skills to support the expansion of Elevate Academy, a public Career Technical charter school of choice for students in 6th-12th grades who are not finding success in their current education. As a partner with Elevate Academy’s co-founders, Marita is connecting education with industry and community by developing, planning, and launching this new North Idaho school in Fall 2022.

Marita is dedicated to using her strengths and experiences to advocate for respect and opportunity for all learners.

In this episode, we discuss:

Marita’s path into education and her current experience in preparing to launch a new school. A point a completely missed following up in the interview is the beautiful circle of life she is experiencing after being a teen mom in need of the kind of supports and encouragement she is striving to develop in the school she is launching!
Her experience being approached to write a book and ultimately creating a project from her heart that will inspire,
And we hear about Marita’s passion for deep learning in schools with authentic experiences for learners to thrive.

I am so honored to be connected to Marita, and I know her message will deeply inspire you. It is my joy to share with you Marita Diffenbaugh’s Pathfinder story.

Connect with the Marita Diffenbaugh:Marita on Twitter Marita's book-L.E.A.R.N.E.R., Finding the True, Good, and Beautiful in Education

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com

Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects on Salma Hussein's interview and the message of finding your voice and taking up space. She encourages listeners to consider what might be holding them back from using their voice at all as well as thinking about how they use it if fear is not an issue. #InAWEtoRISE

Connect with Sarah:

Sarah's Website

Sarah on Twitter

Sarah on IG

Sarah on LinkdIN

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson

In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com

Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Salma Hussein, LICSW, is a Somali American who has called Minnesota home since migrating from Somalia in 1995. She currently serves as an assistant principal at Central Senior High School in Saint Paul. Salma is deeply committed to social justice and is active in the Minnesota community, working intentionally to create community and connection.

Salma draws on her own experiences as an immigrant and her work with her students and their families, to work with administrators and staff to create strong home-school partnerships.

In May 2019, Salma presented an EDTalk that drew on her own experiences as an immigrant and her work with her students and their families. In her talk, she shared how creating strong home-school partnerships, celebrating diversity, and building authentic relationships are vital for student success.

In this episode, we discuss:

Salma’s path through school as a child in an immigrant family fleeing civil war in her home country to her current role as an assistant principal at a high school.
Her experiences in serving all youth and her passion for equity
And we get to hear where Salma’s path is currently headed as she continues to use her voice and take up space as she words it.

I am thrilled to be able to have had this conversation with a deeply inspiring person and leader. After watching Salma’s inspirational leadership on social media, I knew there would be a profound mission in her message, and I feel so honored to share with you Salma Hussein’s Pathfinder Story.

Connect with the Salma Hussein:Salma Hussein on Twitter Salma's EdTalk

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects upon her conversation with the PrincipalED Crew from Episode 110 about learning curves. She encourages you to consider a time when you have navigated through a learning curve and grown as well as to encourage you to be aware that you are in a curve now. Sarah also defines static and dynamic characters, encouraging listeners to write themselves as dynamic characters in their own story.

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418
Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Rachael George, Kate Barker, and Kourtney Ferrura make up the PrincipalED Crew! With their individual backgrounds as award-winning influential leaders out of Oregon, these ladies team up to bring a powerful message to those navigating their leadership learning curve.

In this episode, we discuss:

How these ladies path’s found one another and their collaborative project to serve other leaders navigate the school leadership learning curve
Each of these incredible leaders shares about her own path into school leadership as well as a piece of their own learning curve,
And we get to know more about their passion to serve their learning communities.

You will be awe-inspired by the experiences and insights they share in this episode, and I know you will want to get connected with each of them as you also pick up a copy of their collaborative book. #InAWEtoRISE

Connect with the PrincipalED Crew:Dr. Rachael George on Twitter

Kate Barker on Twitter

Kourtney Ferrura on Twitter

PrincipalED Website

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares her reflection about a defining conversation in her own life after reflecting upon this month's episode with Dr. Shalise Taylor. She challenges you to think about a conversation of your own and share it with her and the community. #InAWEtoRISE

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Shalise Taylor is an educational leader with a passion for equity and culturally responsive practices. She has dedicated her research and work to empowering students to achieve at their highest potential. She was selected as a 2020 ASCD Emerging Leader. Dr. Shalise is currently an Assistant Principal and has served as Supervisor of Science, K-12 Science Specialist, and middle and high school science teacher.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Dr. Shalise’s experience and insight into what it’s like to complete a doctoral program while working full time and raising multiple children
She shares how her path contained a major fork early in the road with a teen pregnancy and a defining moment for her that prompted her to define her path rather than allow what others thought about her become a reality
And we hear the inspiring story of faith in her life and a message from Dr. Shalise about the power of God’s presence in her and her husband’s lives.

You are going to be glad you caught this episode today, my friends. There was not one moment where I didn’t find myself stunned and inspired by Dr. Shalise’s story. Her ability to weave the experiences she has had in life with the clear purpose she lives in was breathtaking to me. I know you will love her story, and I am honored that I get to share with you Dr. Shalise Taylor’s Pathfinder story.

Connect with Shalise:Dr. Shalise on Twitter

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a message about resilience without toxic positivity. Taking off from Episode 108 with Dr. Jenny Serverson, Sarah reflects upon their conversation about toxic positivity and ties the need to balance optimism and reality with the Stockdale Paradox. She challenges listeners to consider their own circumstances and how they may need more optimism or more realism in their life right now or how they can use experiences they have come through to serve others. #InAWEtoRISE

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418
Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In today’s episode featuring Kelly McMahon, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper tackle the topics of creating relationships in new professional settings.

In this episode, we discuss:

The importance of relationship building when entering a new position
Strategies for developing relationships in a new community with resources to help focus in the first 90 days of a position

About Kelly McMahon: Kelly is an aspiring Leader in Curriculum and Instruction, currently serving as a 5th Grade Teacher in Onalaska, W.I

Follow Kelly McMahon on Twitter Resources from this Episode:

Ross Cooper’s Blog on First 90 Days
Justin Baeder’s The Principal center Entry Plan
The First 90 Days by Michael Watkins

Interested in being a guest on Aspire to Rise?

We would love to hear from you here.

Follow the Hosts, Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Sarah on Facebook * Podcast Website * Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: * Lead with FAITH * Balance Like a Pirate

Joshua Stamper * Contact Joshua * Joshua on Twitter * Joshua on IG * Joshua on LinkedIN * Aspire Leadership Development Podcast Facebook * Subscribe to Aspire Leadership Development Podcast

This post may contain affiliate links, which support the podcast at no cost to you.

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help reach more listeners by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The First 90 Days: Proven Strategies for Getting Up to Speed Faster and Smarter, Updated and Expanded

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Jenny Severson played college hoops at Lake Forest College, (Lake Forest, IL) and was part of two state championship runs at Madison East High School (Madison, WI). She’s a mom of three growing children (1st to 6th grade currently), married to Todd Johnson and lives in Long Lake, MN. Jenny loves teaching and was recruited to school principal at 26 years old.

A defining moment for Jenny was a health crisis in 2018 and she works with principals to create engaging virtual staff meetings, speaks to audiences all over the globe on bouncing back from adversity, and finding the silver lining through gratitude and optimism.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Dr. Jenny’s mission to serve others through two recent publications that encourage us to thrive and engage in gratitude.
She shares about her experience choosing to overcome the challenges professional during COVID and embracing the time to write the messages for us.
Dr. Jenny inspires us with her personal overcoming story through isolation from a move, a health crisis, loss of her father, and much more.
And we gain insight into the power of real gratitude and the impact it can have in our lives.

I have to say that listening to Dr. Jenny’s story of overcoming inspired me deeply and helped me to process some of my own experiences through her lens of gratitude. Regular listeners will understand why I feel connected to Jenny after one conversation, and I know you will too. It is my honor to share with you Dr. Jenny Severson’s Overcomer story.

Connect with Dr. Jenny:Dr. Jenny on Twitter Dr. Jenny's Website

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a reflection about overcoming by facing reality and setting boundaries to heal. Specifically, she reflects upon her interview with Amanda Florence Goodenough and her inspiring message about overcoming her own childhood trauma from overt racism against her family. Sarah reflects upon an example of facing reality to unlearn messaging from her upbringing and choosing to stay engaged with boundaries around becoming an anti-racist as a white, cis gender female. Key point: Overcoming requires facing the reality while also placing boundaries to allow yourself to heal. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Amanda Florence Goodenough (she/her/hers) is a dedicated educator operating from a cultural humility framework to center and elevate historically marginalized voices, promote belongingness and mattering, disrupt structural inequities, and advance intersectional social and racial justice. Amanda has over 15 years of professional experience in equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice efforts within a higher education setting.

Currently, Amanda serves as the Director of Campus Climate at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL), while also being a part-time doctoral candidate in UWL’s Student Affairs Administration and Leadership program. On campus, in addition to facilitating workshops, programming, and assessment, Amanda has provided leadership for Awareness through Performance and the Hate Response Team for over a decade and has co-founded RISE UP (Racial & Intersecting Identity Symposium for Equitable University Progress) and the nationally-growing Hate/Bias Response Symposium. Amanda's focus areas include campus climate/culture, cultural humility, hate/bias response, anti-blackness, racial justice, multiracialism, microaggressions, bystander intervention, student activism, power/privilege/oppression, and healing centered engagement.

Amanda resides in Wisconsin, where she attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville for her Bachelor's degree in Communications, before heading to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse to earn a Master's in College Student Development & Administration. In her personal life, Amanda and her partner enjoy raising their multiracial kiddos and helping them to make meaning of the world.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Amanda’s role as she serves both the UW-La Crosse community as well as a wider network of organizations to passionately disrupt structural inequities in our schools and communities.
We talk about her experiences of overcoming loss of her father at the start of the COVID pandemic and the challenge of her role through the racial pandemic as well.
She shares with us her experience growing up in a community where acts of blatant racism caused her family to have to overcome daily challenge, and how she now uses that story to deepen her impact on equity work today.
Amanda opens up about overcoming the loss of both her parents in a deeply poignant way, and she shares beautiful truths and wisdom for us throughout this interview about rising up from much adversity.

Connect with Amanda:Amanda on Facebook Amanda's Professional Profile Social Responsibility Speaks, LLC --coming soon

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares in this month's features some deeper insight into overcoming, prompting you to consider a small gem in your own history of overcoming to focus on for some joy. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Melissa Mann is a special education teacher with the Madison County School System. She has taught in both self-contained and collaborative environments for students in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade. Melissa is dually certified in Elementary Education and Special Education. She also has a Master's in School Counseling and is a certified school counselor. Melissa has presented for the past ten years at Alabama's state technology conference and at various local conferences. Melissa is also a trainer for Simple K-12, and she enjoys writing devotional blogs.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Melissa’s passion for aiding students to overcome the labels that can get placed upon them in our school systems
Her personal journey in learning what becoming an overcomer means through the lens of significant challenges in her own life
She shares how her evolving faith has rooted her through an early loss of a sibling, a traumatic collision, and a recent cancer diagnosis,
And we hear more about her inspirational story to take off survivor to overcomer as a label in her own life.

It can be challenging to fit a person’s life story in a short podcast interview, but we did it here friends. Melissa and I became connected within the past few years through social media, and I am grateful that she came alongside me on my launch team for Lead with FAITH, and I deeply enjoyed hearing more about her incredible story of resilience through this interview today. It is with deep gratitude for her willingness to share that I bring you Melissa Mann’s Overcomer story.

Connect with Melissa:Melissa on Twitter Melissa’s Blog Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares the final message of a four part series on Going Beyond Balance in this Jolt episode. Hear a message about priorities to help you focus on your full life moving forward. #InAWEtoRISE

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

With the battle of teaching students from a variety of learning environments, our schools are challenged with uncovering and solving many community challenges at the same time. In today’s episode featuring Andrew Stanton, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper tackle the topics of risk-taking and equity practices.

In this episode, we discuss:

Creating Change during a Pandemic
Balancing Initiatives to Avoid Burn-Out
Resources to Learn more about Equity

About Andrew Stanton: Andrew is a middle school educator, PBIS tier-one leader, behavior coach, and dedicated to the future of every student.

Follow Andrew Stanton: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stanton_A_/media

Resources from this Episode:

Leading Equity Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leading-equity/id1419821427

Interested in being a guest on Aspire to Rise?

We would love to hear from you here.

Follow the Hosts, Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Sarah on Facebook * Podcast Website * Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: * Lead with FAITH * Balance Like a Pirate

Joshua Stamper * Contact Joshua * Joshua on Twitter * Joshua on IG * Joshua on LinkedIN * Aspire Leadership Development Podcast Facebook * Subscribe to Aspire Leadership Development Podcast

This post contains affiliate links, which support the podcast at no cost to you.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Stacey Green began her tenure at Stockton Grade School (SGS) as a new principal with an ambitious goal: transform the school’s culture from an isolated, individual classroom focus to an integrated, responsive, and collaborative environment where teachers lead with the whole child and the whole school in mind. In just six years, Green has had remarkable success, not only because of her individual talents, but because of her belief that change happens when leaders “empower others to remove barriers and transform problems into opportunities.” Green has used this approach to lead SGS through the Kansas School Redesign process, earning the distinction of being named a Kansas Mercury School in 2017. Green holds an M.S. from Fort Hays State University and a B.A. from Bethany College.

Stacey was recently awarded the Kansas District V Distinguished Principal, the Kansas National Distinguished Principal Class of 2020, and a Bethany College 2020 Alumni Award of Merit.

Stacey is the wife of Kirk and they recently celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary. They have two children, Audrey and husband, Cory, and Joel. Hot off the presses this December, they gained a new addition to their family with the birth of their first grandchild.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Stacey’s journey to servant leadership and how she serves beyond the school walls
Her experiences serving a learning community for over 30 years and the joy she finds in leading with service
How knowing herself better serves her to serve others with an open heart,
And we discover more about what oriented her heart at an early age to service

I loved every single second of this interview with a woman who deeply inspires me. Stacey has been one of the most consistent and loving supporters of the podcast from the beginning, and I am deeply humbled that she would share herself with our community. It is an honor to share with you my friend, Stacey Green’s Service story.

Connect with Stacey:Stacey on Twitter

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares part 3 of 4, focusing on the Personal Quadrant in the Going Beyond Balance message which is adapted from Balance Like a Pirate: Going Beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator.

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge

Resources: Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well Enneagram:

Enneagram Institute Website--great tool here for an assessment: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/rheti

WEPSS Assessment: https://www.wepss.com/

The Road Back to Youby Ian Cron and Susanne Stabile

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery

**Jenny Pieratt, Ph.D. is an educator, award-winning author, small business owner and parent. She was a founding staff member at High Tech High North County, a former School Development Coach at New Tech Network, and National Faculty at BIE. In 2016 Jenny became the Founder and President of CraftED — a leading voice for the "mainstream wave" of PBL implementation, through virtual and onsite professional development and coaching, active networking, and practitioner-based publications. With a PhD in educational philosophy, specifically PBL, Jenny prides herself on staying in the trenches with teachers and advocating for teacher support to bring HQPBL to classrooms across the U.S. Jenny resides in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA with her husband and two children.

In this Episode, we discuss:**

Dr. Jenny’s passion for PBL, and her journey from classroom teacher to business owner.
She shares her experiences in publishing educational books, and deeper insight into that process
And we hear about her experience in creating learning opportunities for her own kids during this pandemic.

This conversation with Dr. Jenny was right on time for me, and I loved where our conversation flowed throughout it. Dr. Jenny’s heart for service with a deep passion for PBL and serving educators shines through, and I was deeply inspired by her message. I know this message will serve you too, friends. It is with great joy that I bring you Dr. Jenny Pieratts’ Service story.

Connect with Dr. Jenny:Crafted Curriculum WebsiteDr. Jenny on Twitter Dr. Jenny on Instagram Dr. Jenny on Facebook

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a message from Balance Like a Pirate: Going Beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator in this four part series. Today's message centers on intentionality with strategies to focus in your full life.

Interested in going deeper? Join Sarah's Going Beyond Balance Challenge in Facebook to gather in community and engage in a free five day live teaching on the topic to help you live with more purpose, passion, and priority. Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge

Connect with Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

**Kris Rangel and Stacey Boehm are both former classroom teachers turned instructional coaches and certified reading specialists who now consult and serve school districts through their professional roles. They are mothers, they are friends, they are sisters, and they are partners in making this world a better place together. After learning they hold a deeper connection in spirit, they launched Enchanted Reading Specialists where this dynamic duo teams up to serve clients through spiritual readings, guidance with decisions, and more.

In this episode, we discuss:**

How these ladies got connected in their day jobs and took it deeper into their spiritual gifts
Kris shares how her journey included a crash with domestic violence and the healing that has come from rising up from that incident
Stacey shares her history with having spiritual gifts but holding back out of fear and nonacceptance
And these ladies share how their connection led them both to embrace their gifts and begin to use them in service.
We learn about their unique giftings and how they team up to serve clients through Enchanted Reading Specialists

Connect with Kris and Stacey:Enchanted Reading Specialists-Website ERS on Facebook

ERS on IG

Mention In AWE Podcast for 10% a personal reading and check out their special holiday packages and deals!

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah kicks off a four-part Jolt series to serve listeners with the Going Beyond Balance message. Part one is about mindset and the myth of balance. Join her to learn more about the framework for a fuller life. #InAWEtoRISE

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

**Geri Parscale spent 28 years in education and has worked as a classroom teacher, principal, professional development director, and finally deputy superintendent. Her mode of operation was always the same: learning for all kids. Her most important role is that of Mom to two great sons, David and Nicholas.

In this Episode, we discuss:**

Geri’s life of service as an educator through many levels and her current work with Solution Tree
Her service as a loving mother, especially to her son Nicholas who was diagnosed in 2016 with a brain tumor
Nicholas’s podcast and the beautiful purpose that Geri aids it to serve in bringing messages of positivity and joy
And Geri gives us beautiful insight into her experience in learning to be cared for while she serves throughout this journey.

Friends, I am so deeply honored that I got to have this open conversation with a woman who has lived a life of beautiful service and continues to do so in such stunning ways. I love her very practical insight into what it takes to serve a child to live each day with hope, purpose, and positivity in the midst of a terrible diagnosis. There was not one moment throughout this entire interview that I could say was not meant to serve a mission in this message, and I am elated that you are here to receive whatever it is that needs to serve you in the listening, friends. It is my deep joy to share with you Geri Parscales Service Story.

Connect with Geri:Nick the Brave: My Story of Chemo, Kitties, and CaninesGeri’s Email: geriparscale@gmail.com Geri on Twitter Geri on Instagram Geri on Facebook

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a message to help you release pressure from yourself and reveals a service she will be providing in the month of December with Jolt episodes focusing on her highly recommended and effective Going Beyond Balance message. Stay tuned each Thursday in December for jolt of service from Sarah! #InAWEtoRISE

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Sarah Johnson:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkdIN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

As we battle the trials of a pandemic, many leaders are asking one similar question. How do we create and maintain a positive school environment during a crisis? In today’s episode featuring Brianna Zwiefelhofer, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper tackle this important and relevant topic on school culture.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Important Leadership Qualities Needed to Establish a Strong Culture
Resources to Improve Communication
And The Importance of Being Transparent in Your Conversations

About Brianna Zwiefelhofer: Brianna has been an educator for 15 years and she is currently teaching at a K-4th grade school. She has her Masters in Education and currently is in the process of attaining my Director of Instruction and Curriculum licensure and Principal licensure from Viterbo University. Beyond the classroom, she is married and has three wonderful children.

Follow Brianna Zwiefelhofer: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/BriannaKZwief

Resources from this Episode:

Leading Schools in Disruptive Times

Culturize

Dare to Lead Podcast:

Interested in being a guest on Aspire to Rise?

We would love to hear from you here.

Follow the Hosts, Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on Facebook * Podcast Website * Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Joshua Stamper * Contact Joshua * Joshua on Twitter * Joshua on IG * Joshua on LinkedIN * Aspire Leadership Development Podcast Facebook * Subscribe to Aspire Leadership Development Podcast

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help me reach more school leaders by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Leading Schools in Disruptive Times: How To Survive Hyper-Change

Culturize: Every Student. Every Day. Whatever It Takes.

Jessica Cabeen is the Principal of Ellis Middle School in Austin Minnesota. Prior to that, she was the principal of the “Happiest Place in Southeastern Minnesota”, the Woodson Kindergarten Center. She has been an assistant middle school principal, a special education supervisor, and special education teacher. She started her career as a Music Therapist and worked with adults with disabilities and adolescents in residential settings in Iowa and Illinois. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Music Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, a Masters in Special Education from the University of Saint Thomas, and her administrative licenses from Hamline University.

Jessica was awarded the NAESP/VINCI Digital Leader of Early Learning Award in 2016 and in 2017 was named the Minnesota National Distinguished Principal. Jessica is active on social media (@JessicaCabeen) engages with other educators looking to make all things possible for our young learners, and learners that are young at heart.

In this Episode, we discuss:

The many ways Jessica mentors others through workshops, coaching, and the four books she has published.
She shares a recent experience in needing to lean on a mentor herself
And we learn about a special relationship she and her husband have developed that has layers of mentorship throughout

Each time I connect with Jessica, I am struck by her humor and visionary thinking. She is an absolute treasure with a heart for serving and mentoring, and I am deeply honored to have her in my life and absolutely thrilled that you get to have her in your ears today, friends. Be sure to check out her contact information where you can grab a book or two this wonderful woman has gifted the world. I am excited to celebrate with this 100th or 101st episode of the In AWE Podcast so be sure to hand out at the end for an exciting celebration opportunity. Now, it is my joy to share with you the Awe inspiring Jessica Cabeen’s Mentorship story.

Connect with Jessica:Jess's website Jess on IG

Jess on Twitter

Jessica Facebook

In AWE Episode Dec. 2018 with Jessica

Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkdIN * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares about habits and the systems she is reinstating after some breakdown in an effort to jolt you to build your own. #InAWEtoRISE

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: Connect with Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Sarah on Facebook * Podcast Website * Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast

Awe-Inspiring RecommendationsBalance Like a Pirate: Going Beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an EducatorLead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well Atomic Habits by James ClearThe Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

The Miracle Morning: The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8am)

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Lindsay Titus is a K-12 Behavior Specialist with a license in behavior analyst. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Lindsay coaches and trains educators on the study of behavior and how to implement evidence based behavior principles in simple and easy ways! With experience as a classroom special education teacher, and behavior specialist in public schools, residential placement, and private settings, Lindsay enjoys working with all educators looking to reignite their passion for education, connect with all students, and conquer challenging behavior in any classroom setting.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Lindsay’s experience and passion in mentoring educators who serve in our classrooms, specifically around behavior.
Her insights into behavior and she emphasizes important points about our interactions and what we can control---applying to all aspects of our lives
Lindsay shares with us her passion and purpose with Define Youniversity,
And she reminds us of the critical importance of defining ourselves so we can lead authentically no matter where we are leading

When I found Lindsay’s Instagram page a few months ago, I just knew that she would be such an inspiration at a time when we can use more and more of what she is passionate about. Her message is perfectly timed and her mission is quite clear. I loved this conversation, and I cannot wait for you to dive in. I am honored to share with you Lindsay Titus’s Mentorship story.

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Connect with Lindsay: Website: www.defineyouniversity.com

Twitter: @ltitus828 Instagram: @lindsay.titus828 Facebook: Lindsay Titus

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares how her recent refocus on gratitude deployment has had beautiful reciprocity and she encourages you through this jolt to deploy your own intentional gratitude plan. #InAWEtoRISE

Sarah Johnson:

Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Atina Young has had the opportunity to work in many levels of public school as a classroom teacher, school counselor, assistant principal, and principal, and leadership specialist. Dr. Young's journey began as a middle school teacher. Working on her master’s degree and expecting her first child, she found passion in making a bigger impact on students and teachers while following her dreams of being a wife and mother. Six years and an additional child later, she decided to obtain her doctoral degree while working full time as a principal and taking care of her family.

She has developed expertise in K-12 education, Leadership Development, STEM, Special Education, Small Group Instruction and Intervention Systems, Rural and Urban Education, AVID, Nonprofit Organizations, Resume revisions, Mock Interviewing, and Mentoring. She is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University, University of Houston, and Lamar University. And no big deal, but she is quite the celebrated leader, receiving the TEPSA Regional Assistant Principal of the Year, Smithsonian STEM campus administrator fellow, Living Tree Communication Grant, Ladies of the Lake Foundation Leadership Award, and Houston’s 40 Under 40 Influential Leader.

Dr. Young and her husband Travis, a fellow education administrator, have two children - Caeden and Kailee. They reside in the Houston area.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Dr. Atina’s experiences with professional mentoring in the school setting and her background in education
Her Connecting Principal business and her focus on professional mentorship in that space
Dr. Atina’s passion for serving women in leadership, and
She shares insight into her beliefs about supporting professionals in their roles

Connect with Dr. Atina Young: Website: www.theconnectingprincipal.com

Instagram: @TheConnectingPrincipal

Facebook: The Connecting Principal

Twitter: @TCP2

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah reflects on the milestone of the United States electing its first ever female Vice President with Kamala Harris. She invites us all to celebrate regardless of politics, noting that when one person breaks through the glass ceiling, it paves a way for us all. #InAWEtoRISE

Sarah Johnson:

Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Emily Paschall has served as a teacher, district coach, school administrator, professional learning trainer, and motivational speaker.

Her passions lie in teaching, learning, and serving others. She leads a nationwide group of administrators through supportive social media sites with shared ideas, information, and motivation. She is best known for founding the ElemAPNetwork where she offers various opportunities for administrators to experience a live exchange of best practices and fresh ideas. Her work is recognized around the world from educators who desire to learn how to create a climate and culture that promotes excellence.

Emily’s innovative methods for driving student engagement, promoting academic rigor, and stimulating excitement about school has created a ripple effect in others across the country.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Emily’s role in mentoring through the #ElemAPNetwork chat
We discuss her book Multiply Excellence: Eyes on Culture, as well as some shared mentors we have in our network
And Emily shares a personal and important story from her experience of infertility and adoption, highlighting a significant way she mentors in her personal life

This conversation was powerful for me during it and as I listened back in the edit. When we consider the power of mentors in our own lives as well as the way we can work to serve others by mentoring, there is much to notice. I am excited to share with you Emily Paschell’s Mentorship story.

Connect with Emily: To book future speaking engagements, contact her at EmilyAPaschall@gmail com.

You can also connect with her on Twitter, Instagram and Voxer: @EmilyAPaschall

Eyes on Culture: Multiply Excellence in Your School

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Eyes on Culture: Multiply Excellence in Your School

Sarah shares her plan for intentional gratitude deployment to stave off the slog and stagnancy. #InAWEtoRISE

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Welcome back to the In AWE Podcast and our final episode on this uplifting sisterhood series. Each of the women in this series has meant a lot for my own journey, and it has been an absolute honor to share them with you. Today’s guest will close us out with huge smiles, my friends.

Michelle Taylor is an exceptional Family and Consumer Science Educator in Northwest WI. She holds her Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin- Stout and Masters Degree in Education from St. Mary's University Michelle has many passions and brings them into the classroom with her every day as she works to help new generations of students learn their paths. She is a devoted and loving mother of two young sons.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Michelle’s passion for vocational education and her path into the profession
Experiences Michelle has created for her students over the years
Michelle’s influence as a sister
And we get an awesome insight into the power of her profession.

It was such a joy to hold this interview with a woman that I have known, loved, and deeply respected for the past twenty years. Friends, Michelle is my husband’s older sister, and one detail we completely forget to mention is that they grew up 11 months apart. Their family stories are so beautifully engrained in my heart as I have heard them recounted over the years, and I am honored to be connected to this bright, talented, passionate, and service driven woman. What an honor to share with you, Michelle Taylor and my sisterhood story.

Connect with Our Guest, Michelle’s Video for 2018 Standing Up for Rural Wisconsin Award: https://fb.watch/1rTDaYXXo3/

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: https://bit.ly/BeyondBalanceChallenge

This post may contain affiliate links.

When you make a purchase through these links, The author gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah works to jolt you to consider diving deeper into your core to learn more about you as a person so you can lead stronger in your life. #InAWEtoRISE

Resources: Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:-Firm Foundations Leadership Coaching starts up again in November. Enneagram Resources: Assessments: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/rheti or https://www.wepss.com/ Books--The Road Back to You by Ian Cron and Susan Stabile Podcasts: Jen Hatmaker's For the Love Podcast has an awesome series on Enneagram from the summer! Ian Cron's Typology Podcast is all about the different types. Dare to Lead Podcast Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery

Welcome to the In AWE Podcast, my friends. I am so grateful that you have joined me for this episode today, and I have been enjoying this October series on Sisterhood so much! Today’s guests are a textbook definition of sister--we share DNA, secrets, hurts, joys, laughter, parents, and we’ve made one another aunties. These women have influenced my life in countless ways, literally picked me up after I’ve fallen, wiped away tears, and caused some of course as all siblings do. We have grown through decades together in faith, love, hope, trial, and seen one another at our absolute best as well as worst. These women hold my heart in their hands and collectively make up some of my absolute best memories not just from childhood, but all the way through to today. I know exactly how lucky I am to have been blessed enough to grow up with them, and I am over the moon that I get to share a piece of us with you in this interview today.

In this Episode, we discuss:

What it is like to be sisters in a large family
What sisterhood means to us
The ways we have become stronger women today from our sisterhood, and
A few laughs over memories.

In my writing, social media posts, and when I speak of my family, I refer to them as my nest crew---we survived and grew together in a cozy space--how fitting that my sister Pam asked me to share this quote by Lorraine K. Mitchell on sisterhood to kick us off--

--Sisters are angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly.--

I am deeply inspired by each of these women who I am blessed enough to call sisters, and I am honored to share with you today The Lambrecht Sisters’ Sisterhood Story.

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this Jolt Episode, Sarah shares a blog post she recently wrote about emotional intelligence and encourages listeners to check out the most recent podcast episode on Unlocking Us about burnout. Check that out here: https://brenebrown.com/podcast/brene-with-emily-and-amelia-nagoski-on-burnout-and-how-to-complete-the-stress-cycle/

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

It’s the chicken before the egg dilemma of career advancement. How does a person gain experience while not in the role they seek when aspiring up the proverbial career ladder? In today’s episode featuring Adam Cottos, we tackle the issue many aspiring leaders face.

In this Episode, we discuss:

The challenges Adam has faced in gaining experience for administrative positions
Strategies has used to communicate his experience to prospective employers
Suggested ways to navigate hearing no, gaining authentic feedback, and seeking out mentors with similar experience

About Adam Cottos:

Adam W. Cottos is an educator in the greater Cleveland area. He is married and enjoys spending time with his wife, family, and golfing. He is currently a 4th and 5th grade teacher at Communion of Saints School in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. He has worked at the high school and elementary grade levels for over the past 10 years. He has worked with a diverse group of students which has allowed him to develop a greater passion for education. His large focus this year will be on Social and Emotional Learning. He has received his Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Arts degree from Cleveland State University. He has also received his Master of Educational Administration from Cleveland State University and has his principal certificate. He has been a presenter at the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA) conference as well as the winner of the Social Media Influencer contest hosted by NCEA. He is currently a Teach Better Ambassador.

Follow Adam Cottos:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/acottos
Blog: www.mrcottos.com

Interested in being a guest on Aspire to Rise? We would love to hear from you here.

Follow the Hosts, Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Sarah on Facebook * Podcast Website * Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Joshua Stamper

Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/
Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper
Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Diana Schaapveld is a wife and mother of four boys who has spent nearly 20 years dedicated to the veterinary community. Diana is a sports enthusiast, including the dreadfully bad Minnesota professional teams (in her words, I promise) and she is an avid fantasy footballer.

In this Episode, we discuss:

The origins of our friendship
Diana’s exquisite resilience as she learns what it means to thrive in parenting twins plus two more boys
Observations about what can shift friendships to sisterhood and keep it there
Fun details about our friendship as well as the incredible woman that Diana is in all areas of her full life

Friends, as I state in this interview, there exists a tiny circle of people in my life who know and love the most authentic version of me, and Diana is one of them. She is wise, brave, resilient, hilarious, and continues to be someone who teaches me through her life journey. I wish you could sit down with Diana in real life, play with her children, share (mostly inappropriate) jokes and laughter, and watch her eyes light up with mischief the way I have hundreds of times. Instead, I am honored to share this interview with you while you get a front seat to our friendship as I share Diana Schaapveld’s and my sisterhood story.

Connect with Our Guest,Diana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrs_schaapfeezy/ Diana on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justdianacvt

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares her insights on paying attention to women in leadership keeping their calm and regulating during a challenging time. #InAWEtoRISE

Connect with Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: https://bit.ly/BeyondBalanceChallenge

This post may contain affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The author gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

WISE Women stands for Women in Secondary Education. It is a sisterhood circle that started out of a common need for connection in our professional lives and has morphed into a trusted circle of confidants to help us through the most challenging circumstances. We are a group of women who have come together to support one another in all facets of life and show one another what it means to be sisters despite a lack of genetic connection.

In this Episode, we discuss:

The origins of the WISE Women group of educational leaders
The powerful ways our sisterhood has impacted each one of us
What makes this circle of sisters work
The challenges women in secondary educational leadership roles face
Ways you might become connected with a crew for your own benefit.

Friends, I cannot say enough about the women featured in this episode, as well as a nod to those who were unable to fit the Saturday interview into their busy schedule. My hope is that by putting this authentic and loving, supportive group of professional women in your ears today, that you will be inspired. That you may strive to start your own sisterhood, to be brave enough to create space for circles to connect, challenge, support, and nurture one another. I have been so grateful for the collective and individual influence of this sisterhood in my life, and I know the mission in our message is meant to land friends. It is my deep joy to share with you the WISE Women on this Sisterhood Series.

Connect with Our Guests, Kristen Craft (Kuhlmann):https://twitter.com/AHSPrincipal385

Heidi Armentrout:https://twitter.com/ArmentroutHeidi

Laura Jennaro:https://twitter.com/Laura_Jennaro

Monika King: https://twitter.com/ksedleader

Jill Maras: https://twitter.com/jillmaras

Lacy Warren:https://twitter.com/lwarren30

Jessica Johnson: https://twitter.com/PrincipalJ

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares an illustration in the power of anticipation to produce joy in our lives. She shares a connection to research and jolts listeners to create their own boost to build up anticipation. #InAWEtoRISE

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: https://bit.ly/BeyondBalanceChallenge

This post may contain affiliate links.

When you make a purchase through these links, The author gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platfor

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Kenzie Kuhlmann is a student at Baker University, double majoring in mass media and theater. She is a fierce young woman full of self-knowledge and acceptance, knowing where she is going and who she is taking with her on that journey. Though she suffers from ADD, depression, and anxiety, she has learned to invest well in what serves her spirit as an independent and loving person. As a member of the LGBTQ community, Kenzie strives to be a voice, especially for those who do not have one.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Kenzie’s dreams and aspirations in the acting field
Her journey to self-awareness and acceptance
The impact her connection with family and her childhood has had on who she is today
And her hope for a bright future.

You are going to love every moment of this interview, my friends. I know I did. There is something so special about Kenzie, and our conversation flowed as if we have been life long friends. Her ability to understand her personal strengths and challenges to articulate them in a way that teaches is extraordinary for this young twenties lady. What a gift that I get to share Kenzie Kuhlmann’s Youthful voice.

Connect with Our Guest, Kenzie Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kenzsokuhl/?hl=en Kenzie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KenzieKuhlmann

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: https://bit.ly/BeyondBalanceChallenge

This post may contain affiliate links.

When you make a purchase through these links, The In AWE Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares about the power of self knowledge to overcome default patterns weighing us down and to engage with others in our lives. #InAWEtoRISE #LeadwithFAITH

Get a copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

This post may contain affiliate links.

When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Kallie Nelson is a fifth grade teacher in North Central MN where she serves students with passion and deep purpose. Kallie is a 2018 graduate of Winona State University in MN where she discovered her passion for teaching and a love of math specifically. She is a loving partner, recent puppy owner, exceptional sister and daughter, and forever lover of music, theater, and dance.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Kallie’s journey into becoming an educator
Her experiences as a teacher during COVID19
Her thoughts on the future and potential aspirations

Friends, without giving it away ahead of time, I want you to know that Kallie is exceptionally special to me, and you’ll hear about our connection in the episode. I have long been inspired by this young woman, deeply proud of the huge heart she uses every day to impact others, and in awe of her kind presence in this world. I can’t wait for you to hear our conversation and am deeply honored to share with you Kallie Nelson’s youthful voice.

Connect with Our Guest, Kallie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mskallienelson Kallie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kallie_nelson/

Sarah Johnson: * Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/ * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson * In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com * Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418 * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: https://bit.ly/BeyondBalanceChallenge

This post may contain affiliate links.

When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.

Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization?

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a message about slowing down to spread up. #InAWEtoRISE

Connect with Sarah:

Sarah's Website
Sarah on Twitter
Sarah on IG
Sarah on LinkedIn
Sarah on Facebook
Podcast Website
Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge:

Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help me reach more listeners by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

As a leader, have you ever found yourself feeling attacked when a colleague is providing critical feedback? This month’s aspiring leader, Alana Gilliam, shares how she struggles to feel comfortable and confident in crucial conversations.

In this Episode, we discuss:

A challenge Alana shares in her leadership experience
Importance of emotional intelligence for leaders and complexity in giving and receiving feedback
Resources for engaging in important and effective conversations

About Alana Gilliam:

She is a 6th grade math teacher and team leader in Bentonville Arkansas. She just started her 11th year teaching, and is currently working on her specialist degree in educational leadership. Alana has a passion for supporting both students and teachers in meeting the diverse needs of students.

Follow Alana Gilliam: * Alana on Twitter * Alana's Blog * Alana on IG

Resources from Episode * Crucial Conversations * Radical Candor * Radical Candor Blog * Emotional Intelligence 2.0

Interested in being a guest on Aspire to Rise? We would love to hear from you here.

Follow the Hosts, Sarah Johnson: * Sarah's Website * Sarah on Twitter * Sarah on IG * Sarah on LinkedIn * Sarah on Facebook * Podcast Website * Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast * Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: * Lead with FAITH * Balance Like a Pirate

Joshua Stamper * Contact Joshua * Joshua on Twitter * Joshua on IG * Joshua on LinkedIN * Aspire Leadership Development Podcast Facebook * Subscribe to Aspire Leadership Development Podcast

This post contains affiliate links, which support the podcast at no cost to you.

Review the Podcast

The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help reach more listeners by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High, Second Edition

Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity (Revised, Updated)

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Emotional Intelligence 2.0

Episode 90: In AWE of Kaila Belt--Youth Series In AWE Podcast with Sarah Johnson Welcome back to the In AWE Podcast and a seriously inspiring series filled with bright, youthful voices. Let’s never underestimate the creativity, resilience, and strength within our youth, my friends. Today’s guest is a special young woman whose spirit is vibrant and full of hope. Kaila Belt is the founder of K’s Kreations, a custom art and sticker business, founded in May of 2020. She is a member of her school’s company dance team and a member of the school band. She also serves as a middle school small group leader at her church, Preston Trail Community Church. Kaila is the oldest of five kids, adores Hamilton and has a new found love of theater. In this Episode, we discuss:

Kaila’s inspiration for creating her own business

Her experiences as a high school student during COVID19

Her love of family, firm faith, and her hope for the future

I am so glad you are here, my friends. You are going to love Kaila’s story, her heart, and the way she paints such a special picture of her beautiful life as a teen in 2020. I am deeply inspired by this young woman, and am honored to share with you Kaila Belt’s youthful voice. Connect with Our Guest, K’s Kreations2020 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kskreations.2020/ Email Kaila at: kskreations2020@gmail.com Sarah Johnson:

Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson

In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com

Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418

Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: https://bit.ly/BeyondBalanceChallenge

This post may contain affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a story about her own need for a perspective shift this week. May it jolt you to shift your own lens, friends. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Aspire to RISE: Featuring Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper

Have you ever been in a situation where you needed guidance in your leadership journey? In this episode of Aspire to RISE, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper share their vision of the show and how coaching helped them face their leadership challenges.

In this Episode, we discuss:

Our Leadership Backgrounds
The Podcasts Origin Stories
Coaching and Mentorship
And Future Episodes

We are glad you joined us on Aspire to Rise where we will ascend to new leadership heights together. Join us again next month where we will share our conversation with a wonderful aspiring leader. Until then, keep reaching friends!

Follow the Hosts, Sarah Johnson:

Website: www.sarahsajohnson.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahSajohnson
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson
In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast/id1446046418
Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: https://bit.ly/BeyondBalanceChallenge

Joshua Stamper

Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/
Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper
Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast
Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2

This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.

Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD

Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more.

Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help me reach more school leaders by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Erin Dickman is a 2020 graduate from Loveland High School in Ohio and a bright-eyed freshman at Ohio State University, majoring in finance. Her years may be young, but her leadership experiences are deep, and her passion for serving others was refined through community outreach programs. She has interned for the City of Loveland in their finance department, served as the Vice President of her high school’s chapter of Democrats of America Club, served as a spokesperson for her school to the secretary of state of Ohio, and notably spoke at a state conference for educators this past spring on a student panel. Erin possesses a sharp mind, a passionate vision for her future, and a wisdom beyond her years. In this episode, we gain from her perspective on what it was like to close one chapter as a high school student and open a new one into college life during a pandemic. She shares her beautiful perspective on education and the power of failure and iteration. I was blown away by our conversation at each turn, and it was a true joy to speak with her.

Connect with Erin:Erin on Instagram Join Sarah for the FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a jolt to get you thinking about how you can be intentional about not letting disconnect win. She also shares upcoming information about updates to the podcast. Check them out in this short episode. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Marlena Gross-Taylor is the founder of EduGladiators and a nationally recognized edleader with a proven track record of improving educational and operational performance through vision, strategic planning, leadership, and team building. A Nashville transplant originally from southern Louisiana, Marlena’s educational experience spans several states allowing her to have served K-12 students in both rural and urban districts. She has been recognized as a middle school master teacher and innovative administrator at the elementary, middle, high school and district levels.

Marlena’s professional development expertise has national attention and she serves as an AMLE middle school expert. She has also leveraged her past experience in corporate management to also include corporate training and leadership coaching in her repertoire of consulting services focused on culture, engagement and increased productivity. Marlena is a seasoned presenter keynoting conferences and delivering dynamic professional development sessions.

As a proud Louisiana State University alumni, she is committed to excellence and believes all students can achieve.

In today’s episode, we get to hear the incredible story of Marlena’s journey into education as well as into becoming a leader among leaders. Her focus on amplifying excellence and building a community to grow the profession as well as amplify voices is deeply inspiring to me. Marlena is a treasure, and I think you will be able to tell from our conversation how much I enjoyed talking with her. You are going to love this leader, friends. I am deeply honored to share with you Marlena Gross-Taylor’s Amplifer story.

Connect with Marlena:

www.marlenataylor.com

Marlena on Twitter

Marlena on IG;

Edugladiators on Twitter

https://www.edugladiators.com/

Join Sarah’s Free Five-Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge on Facebook!

Join Sarah’s Newsletter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a message to remind you to stay on mission and keep living your daily legacy because someone is watching. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

**Dana Goodier is currently a school administrator with 20 years of experience in education. She spent most of her career teaching World Languages and English. She completed her doctorate degree (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership in March 2020. For her capstone, she researched reasons parents were opting their students out of high-stakes testing at middle schools and how that affected the district accreditation rating. Building off of her own growth as a teacher, she actively provides educators with professional development on techniques to minimize off-task behavior and to increase time on task. Dana is the host of the new podcast “Out of the Trenches”, which features educators who have been in the trenches and have managed to crawl out.

In this episode, Dana shares her experiences leading school during this pandemic, her journey into Podcasting, and we discuss some of the awesome guests she has amplified. If you have been considering starting your own podcast, maybe Dana’s story will inspire you. I am honored to amplify for you Dana Goodier’s Amplifier Story.**

Connect with Dana:www.danagoodier.com

Dana on Twitter

Mentioned in the Show

Principal Center Radio Podcast

Better Leaders Better Schools Podcast

Transformative Principal Podcast

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Even if it is not what you picture, would you still be content? If the path was the long way or the shortest, would you still follow it?

Sarah shares a recent blog post she wrote about her experience in learning to trust the path given to her instead of designing her own. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Yvonne Smith Jones is the Director and CEO of Highly Effective Services, Inc. where she has had a contract as an Impact Coach since 2012 working with principals in 75% of the Commonwealth of Virginia schools for a School University Resource Network (SURN) in the School of Education at the College of William and Mary plus coaching numerous school-based leadership teams with Highly Effective Services. She has served as the Director for the Project ALL leadership project in the Educational Leadership department at Virginia Commonwealth University in 2009-2011. She retired in 2009 after working for thirty-one years as a teacher, principal and educational leader for New Kent County and Hopewell City schools. Serving eight years in the Principalship and spending thirteen years as the Director of Mathematics, Science and Technology for Hopewell Public Schools.

She received numerous awards for her leadership from organizations such as the Women Educational Leaders of Virginia, New Kent County NAACP, Hopewell Public Schools, Longwood College of Education and Human Services, Southern Virginia Regional Technology Consortium, Richmond Area Council America Business Women’s Association, Virginia Commonwealth University.

*More bio read in episode**

In this episode, Dr. Yvonne speaks so many eloquent truths about the importance of finding our voices, using them, and serving others to find and use theirs. She is a deep deep well of wisdom, knowledge, service, leadership, and history. We touched upon so many more topics than I could have hoped for in our discussion, and her message is perfect to remind us that we can never stop learning. She deeply inspired me in our chat, and I know she will have a mission in her message that will land however you need it now, friend. I am honored to share with you Dr. Yvonne Smith Jones’s Amplifier Story.

Connect with Dr. Yvonne:

@JonesDrysj12 on Twitterwww.highlyeffectivveservices.weebly.comBlack Women Education Leaders (BWEL) on Twitter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah share the importance of connection in this Jolt and some revelations she has had about the battle to remain connected amidst turmoil. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

I am elated to share with you Erin K. Casey, founder, chief instigator, author, book coach, ghostwriter, editor, and publishing coach, Erin helps experts, educators, ministry and business leaders, life coaches, and speakers share their messages effectively and professionally. She has been dubbed “the best-read editor in education” and called a “Jedi-master editor” and “fairy-godeditor” by her clients.

Leading a team of experienced writers, editors, copy editors, proofreaders, artists, and designers, Erin guides authors through the writing and publishing process to ensure that, whether their books are indie-published or traditionally published, they are beautifully written and designed.

Her own writing has been featured in national newsstand magazines including SUCCESS Magazine, Empowering Women, Live Happy, and Success from Home among others.

In addition to helping others tell their stories, Erin is the author of Get Personal: The Importance of Sharing Your Faith Story and the Zany Zia’s Hats to Where adventure series for children.

In this episode, we learn about Erin’s experiences amplifying stories for a lifetime, she shares critical insights into what it takes to write, publish, and amplify books, and much more. Many people reach out to me asking about the process of writing a book, so I know there are several listeners who will benefit deeply from this conversation. Erin is such a down-to-earth, caring person, and I am honored to be connected to her and elated to be able to share with you, Erin K. Casey’s Amplifier story.

Connect with Erin!

Get connected with Erin if you feel called to write your own book!

My Writer's Connection Instagram

My Writer's Connection Facebook

My Writer's Connection WebsiteErin on TwitterOrder BooksGet Personal: The Importance of Sharing Your Faith Story

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Pawan (Pav) Wander is an elementary school teacher from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She has taught middle school for 15 years and now is beginning her journey teaching primary grades this coming year. Pav makes up half of the hosting team of The Staffroom Podcast, and The Drive on VoicEd Radio. She and Chey Cheney have also been involved in several other projects involving Education, including encouraging educators to "Rediscover their Voice," and begin archiving their thoughts and feelings about education. Pav loves to work out, picnic with her two boys, listen to lots of books, and she recently took up running!

In this episode, we get to hear about how Pav got started amplifying her voice in the podcast and radio show she cohosts as well as more about her story as an educator, mom, and person. She shares about her upcoming year and the challenges and joys of change as well as the benefit of what building a community can do after all the hard work. Her voice is an inspirational light for us all, and I am very excited to share with you Pawan (Pav) Wander’s Amplifier Story.

Connect with Pav:

The Staff Room Podcast with Chey and Pav

The Drive with Chey and Pav

@PavWander on Twitter

@StaffPodcast on Twitter

@TheDriveVoicEd on Twitter

Episode Interlude with Pav: What’s in a Name?

In AWE of Huda Essa

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares her struggle with routine and a tip for setting your tone for the day. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Jessica Johnson serves as the middle/high principal in Dodgeland, WI where she has completed her first year in that role after serving eleven years at the elementary level. When she isn’t busy running a school, she serves professionals as a consultant and speaker on the side. Jess is a celebrated author of several books including ASCD’s The Coach Approach to School Leadership and the one we co-wrote together with Jessica Cabeen- Balance Like a Pirate: Going Beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator. Jessica earned her Bachelor’s degree in education from Bemidji State University in MN, and her Masters Degree from Arizona State University and serves as an adjunct professor for educational leadership at Viterbo University in La Crosse WI. Always the learner, she is pursuing her doctoral degree in education leadership from Edgewood College. When she is not out making the professional world a better place for kids, she devotes her passion to the three important men in her life, her two sons and husband.

In this episode, Jessica shares her journey that led her to not only develop her own vision for having a coaching mindset as a principal but challenging systems to allow for that style of leadership as well as creating space for leaders to adopt the mindset. She shares about her current experiences leading school through this pandemic, and we get to hear her wisdom around learning and leading. Friends, she is so busy but giving me this time so I can share her with you is just one more example of Jess’s service hearted mentality. I am so thrilled that you will gain from her insights today, and I am deeply excited to share my friend with you all again on this podcast. With much love, I bring to you, Jessica Johnson’s Coaching Story.

In AWE of Jessica Johnson--Resilience Series

Connect with Jessica:

@PrincipalJ on Twitter

Voxer: @PrincipalJ

Jessica’s Website

Grab Jessica’s Books!

Coach Approach to School Leadership: Leading Teachers to Higher Levels of Effectiveness

Balance Like a Pirate: Going Beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator

Breaking Out of Isolation: Becoming a Connected School Leader

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Breaking Out of Isolation: Becoming a Connected School Leader (Corwin Connected Educators Series)

The Coach Approach to School Leadership: Leading Teachers to Higher Levels of Effectiveness

Sarah shares about the Enneagram as an overview and shares her experiences in using the Enneagram to recenter herself during the Pandemic of COVID19.

Check out the resources mentioned in the episode:

RHeti Tool

WEPSS Tool

The Road Back to You by Ian Cron and Suzanne Stabile

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery

Jenny Sauve currently serves as an Instructional Coach in Wisconsin. She graduated from UW-La Crosse in 2007 with a degree in early childhood/elementary education and is currently obtaining her Reading Specialist license through UW-Stout. She has rocked the classroom for nine years as a classroom teacher in grades Kindergarten-4th grade, became a licensed in-home daycare provider along the journey, and also directed an elementary-aged before and after school program. Jenny has had the opportunity to live and work in Mesa Arizona, Shell Lake & Roberts Wisconsin and now she calls the tiny town of Elmwood her home in a brand new role as an instructional coach. She is growing and learning much about herself as she navigates life as a wife, mother of four, educator, grad student and now coaching others to fulfill their strengths and continue striving to be better for the children they serve together. Jenny’s mission is simple and beautiful:, to be a light for those in her life. She has always longed to remain in the background and has learned in her 36 years that God has given her a servant’s heart, a gift she is still navigating. She knew working with young children was her calling when she began teaching 13 years ago. In that time she has become passionate about instilling a value of self-worth in each child with whom she works, creating and fostering meaningful relationships with her students and colleagues.

In this episode, Jenny shares about her journey in education and life surrounding what has brought her to her current role now as an instructional coach. We discuss the ways she has transitioned and how each uncomfortable shift after getting comfortable has led her to be able to serve the staff and students well and with grace. Sharing my friend with all of you is a true gift to me as this woman has been an integral part of my life through a challenging and joyful decade or so, and her insights are precious. I know there is a mission in her message here for you today, friends, and it brings me the deepest of joy to share with you Jenny Sauve’s coaching story.

Jenny's Email

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares the six lessons she is learning in losing her grandma. She believes there is a mission in her message for you, friends. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Keely Rees is a Full Professor in the Department of Health Education and Health Promotion at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and is owner of Keely Rees International, LLC. Her research and work in the health field provide the foundation for advocacy, policy, and women's health in a variety of public health settings. Keely's career has focused on the well-being of people and organizations. As a teacher, personal coach, workshop facilitator, mother, and wife, Keely has an extensive background in personal and organizational health. She loves working with educators, health professionals, teens, young adults, and professionals of all ages and experiences. Her work is grounded in compassion and enthusiasm for individuals and communities. Keely recognizes how we are all a work in progress and the need for connection and empathy is evident in our homes and workplaces.

In today’s episode, Keely gives us much wisdom that stems from her deep and extensive work in public health and dives deeper into her passion for serving small groups and individuals in their own journey toward healthier living. I loved this conversation with Keely, and we touched upon the pandemic, politics, self-awareness, and much more. Keely is going to make you think and consider the power of self-reflection, and if you find yourself in need of a pivot, I think she will empower you to know you can! I am honored to bring to you Keely Rees’s coaching voice.

Connect with Keely

www.keelyrees.com

Twitter: @Keely_Rees

Instagram: @ompeace

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keely-rees-phd-mches%C2%AE-3208b341/

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares about a recent kindness shown by Tamara Letter and urges you to make your own ripple.

Check out Tamara's Episode on the In AWE Podcast!

Get your own copy of A Passion for Kindness.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

A Passion for Kindness: Making the World a Better Place to Lead, Love, and Learn

Sherry St. Clair is the founder of Reflective Learning LLC, an educational consulting agency based in Kentucky. Her organization works with schools around the world, creating specialized training and coaching services for school administrators and educators. Additionally, Sherry serves as a Senior Consultant for the International Center for Leadership in Education and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Leadership, as well as a Rank I in Instructional Supervision.

As an international consultant, Sherry draws from her rich experience at various levels of public education–teaching elementary school, being an administrator in a high school of 1,300 students, working as a state consultant, and creating and facilitating virtual courses. Sherry is a highly regarded national speaker and consultant, providing educational agencies with expertise in the areas of instructional leadership, effective classroom practices, classroom walkthroughs, effective use of data and guidance on how to create structures for successful classroom coaching. Coaching schools to best meet the needs of all students is Sherry’s passion. Sherry is a contributing author to Effective Instructional Strategies Volume 2 published by the International Center for Leadership in Education. She has published numerous professional learning activity guides and facilitated webinar series focused on leadership and effective instructional practices. Additionally, Sherry developed virtual instructional workshops for the CTE Technical Assistance Center of New York. In partnership with the Successful Practices Network, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, and The School Superintendent Association (AASA) , Sherry has recently been a part of bringing innovative practices to scale. Her latest publication, Coaching Redefined: A Guide to Leading Meaningful Instructional Growth, was released in June of 2019.

We recorded this episode months ago, so part of our conversation is couched within that timeframe of remote learning through COVID 19. Sherry’s message is so authentic and generous, and we learn about her journey into launching her own business, her focus on students in her work of coaching schools and leaders, and she shares wonderful insight into the challenges and joys of coaching. I am honored that Sherry would have this conversation with me, and I am delighted to share with you Sherry St. Clair’s Coaching Story.

Connect with Sherry:

www.reflecttolearn.comFacebook: Sherry St Clair;Sherry on TwitterInstagram: Sherry St. Clair

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a loving tribute directly to her grandma. May this jolt episode serve to inspire you to do the same for a loved one in your own life.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Connie Redic is a native of Dallas, TX working as an Assistant Principal in Andover, KS, a suburb of Wichita. She has over 13 years of educational experience as a former science teacher and instructional coach. She has worked in urban and suburban school districts in both Texas and Kansas. Connie plans to pursue a doctorate degree in educational leadership and is currently working on her district leadership license through Wichita State University. Connie is married to her college sweetheart Brandon and together they have 3 children: BJ (15), Briana (11), and Lily (2).

During this interview, we learn so many wonderful ways that Connie lives a life steeped in deep purpose. From her experiences in leading in the church where her husband is a pastor to overcoming significant health challenges with a recent battle with cancer, Connie’s inspiring voice shines through. We discuss how her voice has shifted and grown over the years, and we hear her wisdom around striving to become better and a positive model through adversity. I am deeply in awe of this woman, and it is with great joy that I share Connie Redic’s courageous, humble, and wise voice.

Connect with Connie:

Connie on TwitterConnie on Instagram

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Marisol Rerucha is an educational leader who doesn't just talk about restorative practices, equity, social justice, trauma informed care, and generational poverty; she has both lived experience and a proven record of doing this work while leading change in education and non-profit systems. The impact of her passion, experience, work, and voice is felt beyond her own community as she serves as the Chief of Partnerships and Strategy for the National Parents Union, as the Director of Culture and Community for DBC Inc, is a member of the UNIDOS US National Institute for Latino School Leaders alumni council, and serves on the board of Youth Empowerments Finest.

She has formed and used her voice as an educational advocate for students, parents and our communities, while creating space and providing resources for staff, students, and parents to elevate theirs. Marisol’s passion is ensuring all students, especially those pushed out and most marginalized by society and our school systems, have high quality educational experience and are provided comprehensive services. She has engaged in the real work of addressing and ending the school to prison pipeline by building and leading career readiness and career technical education in juvenile court and community schools.

Connect with Marisol:http://www.thischingonalife.com/Marisol's EmailMarisol on TwitterNational Parents Union Facebook Page

Resources:New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle AlexanderWhen They See Us Ana DPushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools by Monique MorrisACLU of San DiegoShaun King on TwitterEqual Justice InitiativeJust Mercy by Bryan StevensonJust Mercy MovieWhite Fragility by Robin DiAngeloSouthern Poverty Law Center on TwitterIbram X Kendi

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness

White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption

Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools

Sarah shares the section she wrote about her dad from Lead with FAITH on Father's Day, jolting listeners to either write about someone who inspires them or think about a way to influence in any space without a title.

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Jane A. G. Kise, Ed. D., is the founder of Differentiated Coaching Associates. For the past 20 years she has worked as a consultant, specializing in teambuilding, coaching, and professional development. She is also the author or coauthor of over 25 books, including Unleashing the Holistic Leadership, Thriving Schools; Step In, Step Up: Empowering Women for the School Leadership Journey; Differentiated Coaching: A Framework for Helping Teachers Change, 2nd ed.; and Intentional Leadership. She holds an MBA in finance from the Carlson School of Management and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of St. Thomas, both in Minnesota.

I asked Jane to be on the podcast to center our conversation mostly around the topics found in her most recent book, Step in, Step Up: Empowering Women for the School Leadership Journey. First of all, it is the first book that I have been able to find specifically for women in school leadership and also because it is the first one that I have marked up the margins for in a long time. There is so much gold in that book that I encourage you to simply pause the interview and order a copy because you’ll want one of your own and then come right back to us. One note that I want to make for listeners, especially those of you coming to the episode fresh to publication is that we touch upon gender issues for women in leadership, and we come close to discussing intersectionality, hinting just a tad about race, but we don’t go deeper. We had recorded the interview prior to the acute focus in our nation on race discussions. There is much room for the nuance found for women of color in school leadership, and Jane’s book includes research and information. For today’s topic, we stick to gender.

Jane’s insights are fascinating to me, and in this episode, we dive into archetypal leadership, power dynamics, sponsorship v. mentorship, and much more. What an awesome opportunity to open up this conversation with a leader in the field! I know you will love this one, friends, and I am deeply honored to share with you Jane Kise’s for this series on Voices.

Connect with Jane:Step In, Step Up: Empowering Women for the School Leadership Journeywww.janekise.comJane Kise on Twitter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Step In, Step Up: Empowering Women for the School Leadership Journey (A 12-Week Educational Leadership Development Guide for Women)

Valerie Lewis has been an educator for 20 years across three states, serving in both public and private sectors in the elementary and high school levels. She is currently an administrator for a large high school in Georgia. She is involved in advocacy in her community as well as in education, engaging in the ISTE Digital Equity professional learning community. Valerie is dedicated to learning through experiences and engaging activities. Learning must make an impact. Her belief is that critical learning possibilities should be activated NOW so students are future-ready. Valerie is an encourager and motivator and has the mentality that the team is better together. Learning is a journey that ultimately transforms.

**In this episode, we hear Valerie’s voice come through for us around topics of community activism, leadership beyond titles, and we engage in a timely and brave conversation around the work behind engaging around racial injustice and leading toward equality in our schools. I am inspired deeply by Valerie and the leadership she provides to her community, to her school, our professional learning network, and to the education profession. It is a great honor to share with you Valerie Lewis’s Leading Loud Voice.

Connect with Valerie:**

Valerie on Twitter

Valerie’s Blog

Mentioned:

Ken Shelton

Lisa Dabbs

The United Ebony Society

White Fragility

Be the Bridge

WmnLeadEdu

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Be the Bridge: Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation

White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

Sarah shares her experiences in unlearning racism and the journey to continue to learn and become an antiracist and ally to racial reconciliation, equity, and justice. #InAWEtoRISE

Be the Bridge by Latasha MorrisonWhite Fragility by Robin DiAngeloHow To Be An Antiracist by Ibram X. KendiThe Hate U Give by Angie Thomashttps://docs.google.com/…/1BRlF2_zhNe86SGgHa6-…/mobilebasic…I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya AngelouKaffir Boy by Mark MathabaneInvisible Man by Ralph EllisonThe Hate U Give by Angie ThomasEpisode with Knikole TaylorEducolor Movement on TwitterEducolor.orgVal Brown on TwitterClear the Air EducationTroublemakers: Lessons in Freedom from Young Children at School by Carla Shalaby

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

How to Be an Antiracist

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

Be the Bridge: Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation

Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography--The True Story of a Black Youth's Coming of Age in Apartheid South Africa

Invisible Man (Modern Library 100 Best Novels)

Troublemakers: Lessons in Freedom from Young Children at School

The Hate U Give

Suzie Henderson is finishing her second year serving as principal at Alto Park Elementary School in Rome, Ga. She spent her first 14 years serving as a Speech-Language Pathologist, and the next 7 years as an Assistant Principal. She is passionate about meeting the needs of the whole person, both the staff she is blessed to serve with and the students and families who make up Alto Park Elementary. One of her goals for Alto Park is to ensure all are learning about how trauma impacts students as it relates to them growing and becoming the amazing people they have the potential to become. She truly believes that all kids deserve our very best and it is how we relate to them and equip them that will determine their future success. She lives by the mantra that she wants to be for her teachers, students, and families who she needed when she was younger.

In this episode, Suzie gives us great insight into her journey to becoming an intentional connector in her personal and professional life. She shares with us several practical and purposeful ways to connect with others, and illustrates for us the power she has seen in the practice, especially during the COVID19 Pandemic. I love the way Suzie shares the challenges she has faced to become a connector, and her message inspires me to remember how important our impact is on one another always, and especially now. I am honored to share with you, my friend, Suzie Henderson’s Connector story.

Connect with Suzie:

Suzie on Twitter

Suzie on Voxer: shende1547

Suzie on Instagram

Mentioned in the show:

Kids These Days by Jody Carrington

In AWE Podcast Episode with Jody Carrington

Four O’Clock Faculty by Rich Czyz

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Four O'Clock Faculty: A Rogue Guide to Revolutionizing Professional Development

Kids These Days: Kids These Days: A Game Plan For (Re)Connecting With Those We Teach, Lead, & Love

Sarah shares the songs that keep her energy boosted, especially during COVID19.

Separate Ways (Worlds Apart) by Journey

You Alone by North Point Worship Featuring Lauren Daigle

Light of the World by Lauren Daigle

Come Alive from The Greatest Showman

This Is Me from The Greatest Showman

The Greatest Show from The Greatest Showman

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Latrese D. Younger has over ten years of teaching experience across three different districts, as an English Language Arts and SAT Prep-Verbal teacher for grades 6-12. She possesses a Bachelor of Arts in English Education and a Masters of Educational Leadership with a concentration in Technology Education. Throughout her tenure with Dinwiddie County, Henrico County, and Richmond City Public Schools in Virginia, she received numerous awards and accolades such as Star Teacher of the Year, Teacher of the Month, and a Learning Leader recipient award. She has also been privileged to serve in several leadership capacities such as Effective School-Wide Discipline Incentive Coordinator, School Newsletter Advisor, Teacher Appreciation Committee Chair, Mentorship Director, Administrative Intern, District-Wide Professional Development Presenter, In-Service PD Coach, Cooperating Teacher of a Practicum Student, District Representative at a fall Virginia Department of Education- ELA conference, and ELA curriculum writing partner for two districts. In 2016, Mrs. Younger served as Director of Achievement in Literacy with Catapult Learning, Inc. She also served as an Instruction Assessment and Data Analysis Specialist with Richmond City Public Schools. She was promoted to serve as one of three Assistant Principals at Elkhardt-Thompson Middle School in 2017. Mrs. Younger currently serves the students of Culpeper Middle as an AP, where she’s been since the fall of 2018. She believes that the perfect recipe for teachers is a wonderful blend of empathy, resolve, content knowledge, and passion for students. Her work is driven by the virtuous quote: “Intelligence, plus character…that is the goal of true education”- Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. She believes that her role is to serve and attributes that to her undying faith in Christ.

In this episode, we discuss what it is like leading a school and connecting during COVID19 with added personal challenges of loss. We discuss Latrese’s skills at being a connector in her family, her role in education, and through the community she has built to support black women educational leaders. I am deeply inspired by Latrese’s strong leadership, her big heart, and the way she connects people and ideas to higher meaning. I have no doubt that you will love this conversation, and I am honored to share with you Latrese Younger’s Connectors story.

Connect with Latrese:

Latrese on Twitter

Black Women Educational Leaders (BWEL)

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares recommendations for people whose messages have been serving her during COVID19. Connect with them using the links below! #InAWEtoRISE

Latasha Morrison

Latasha on Instagram

Be the Bridge on Facebook

Megan Anderson on Twitter

Neil Gupta

Neil's Blog

Neil's Podcast with Tom Murray

Peter DeWitt's Website

Peter on Instagram

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Mrs. Jamilah A. Hud-Kirk has served an educator for over 20 years and currently serves as Principal of Fountain Elementary School in Clayton County Public Schools, one of the largest urban school districts in Metro Atlanta for the past 10 years. Fountain Elementary is a designated Title I School serving over 600 students in Grades PreK-5th grade. At Fountain Elementary Mrs. Hud-Kirk focuses on impacting her teachers’ instructional practices through identifying and providing high-quality professional learning experiences that are innovative, practical, and aligned with student achievement best practices. Through impacting instructional practices her student’s academic experiences are expanding beyond the traditional classroom walls as students are developing an understanding of social justice and how social justice impacts their school community. Before serving as Principal, Mrs. Hud-Kirk served as an Elementary Language Arts School Improvement specialist for Clayton County Public Schools.

Believing passionately in the power of education to positively affect communities, transform lives, and shape new visions for leading and learning in a globally competitive world is what drives Mrs. Hud-Kirk. Grounded in her earliest years as a classroom teacher and growing up in a home where her parents were active participants in the civil rights community, Mrs. Hud-Kirk also believes her own educational and family upbringing has shaped her ability to harvest a sense of pride and empowerment as she strives to create stronger communities while educating those who will one day lead them.

Mrs. Hud-Kirk’s educational endeavors also include classroom teaching experience and serving as an Assistant Principal at the elementary and middle school level. However, her greatest accomplishment includes being a wife of almost 20 years and mother to 4 boys and 1 girl ranging from 25 to 2 years of age. Being one of the most challenging and rewarding accomplishments yet, she has recently added one more “why” to her plate, empowering other female leaders to work on the work while creating balance in their own lives. Realizing that there is much to learn from her own experiences and those of other dynamic female leaders, she has recently created a blog and other social media platforms that are reflective of those golden nuggets. It is the desire and hope that other leaders who share similar experiences work/life balance will have a safe, honest platform in which to learn from and express their own personal journeys on how they manage to find harmony (or not) between their professional and personal lives.

From the first moment Jamilah and I connected, I was hooked! In this episode, she shares her experiences in education, which are vast and we talk about what leading during COVID 19 remotely is like in her context. Jamilah shares great insight for us about relationships, the challenge mitigating inequities, and her passion for building leaders. Jamilah will absolutely inspire you, friends. She is full of fire and grace, and I am so excited to share with you, Jamilah Hud-Kirk’s Connector Story.

Connect with Jamilah

Jamilah on Instagram

Jamilah on Facebook

Principalcaptainkirk.com

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares the books that have been inspiring her through this period of quarantine from COVID19. Check them out and share yours at #InAWEtoRISE

Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire by Jen HatmakerReady to Rise by Jo SaxtonThey Call Me Mr. De by Frank DeAngelisLead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Ready to Rise: Own Your Voice, Gather Your Community, Step into Your Influence

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire: The Guide to Being Glorious You

They Call Me Mr. De: The Story of Columbine's Heart, Resilience, and Recovery

Tara Desiderio has been an educator for twenty years & a school leader for twelve of those years. She is passionate about her students/team & enjoys leading others through their strengths. Her passion for creating positive school culture & embracing a growth mindset is at the heart of all she does. Tara co-moderates #CultureEd, a chat dedicated to connecting educators and focusing on building positive school cultures through shared community.

**In this episode, Tara shares her experiences as a school leader during “normal times’ as well as an insight into what it is like to lead a school remotely and remain connected during a pandemic and school closures. I admire how she continuously circles the conversation back to maintaining a healthy and positive outlook for ourselves and those we serve. She shares the story of how she got connected with the #CultureEd chat, and we learn about some powerful connections in her life. I love her heart, passion, and leadership, and I am honored to share with you Tara Desiderio’s Connectors Story.

Connect with Tara:*Tara on TwitterTara_DesiderioMentioned in the EpisodeBasil MarinTom MurrayMike KellyBrianna HodgesIn AWE Podcast with Brianna Hodges*#CultureED Chat on Twitter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares some awe-inspiring recommendations for listeners, specifically those that are serving her during this pandemic stay at home safe time. Check them out here!

For the Love Podcast with Jen Hatmaker

Unlocking Us with Brené Brown

The Smart Thinking Podcast with Ted Neitzke

UMD Newman Catholic Campus Ministry Podcast with Father Mike Schmitz

Teachers on Fire with Tim Cavey

Teach Better Talk with Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas

Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast with Joshua Stamper

The Wired Educator with Kelly Croy

Share yours with the community at #InAWEtoRISE!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Jackie Minor currently serves as the Director of District Implementation for Kagan Professional Development. She spent the first 22 years of her educational career in public education serving as an elementary school teacher, middle school English teacher, K–12 gifted education facilitator, building principal, school improvement specialist, and assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction.

For the past 14 years Jackie has worked with educators across the United States and 8 foreign countries. Everywhere she goes she finds Christian educators who need encouragement and support. There is no short supply of those who need Jesus. Schools across the world are a mission field ripe for harvesting.

Jackie desires to see each Christian educator live victorious Christian lives so that others can experience the peace, love and joy that only comes from knowing Christ.

In this episode, we learn more about Jackie’s passionate mission to champion for educators to find spaces of support to live their faith out each day at work. Victorious Educator Ministries (VEM) is a forum to support, empower, ignite and encourage educators around the world to live out their Christian faith in the workplace – in front of kids, parents, and colleagues. We engage in a deeper discussion about how Jackie came to champion for this ministry, and what lies ahead. I am grateful to have had this deeper discussion with Dr. Jackie, and I am inspired by her strength in belief and commitment to serve fellow educators through her mission. Thank you for joining us today, and I am honored to share with you Dr. Jackie Minor’s Champion Story.

Contact Dr. Jackie:

Victoriouseducator.com

Victorious Educators on Facebook

Dr. Jackie on Twitter

Recommendations:

Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again by Rachel Held Evans

Jesus in Me Anne Graham Lotz

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again (series_title)

Sarah shares Tim Cavey's Faith in Action story from the RISE UP section in Lead with FAITH. From his story, we learn that there can be beauty from ashes, and we don't have to stay in pits of fear. Sarah shares her own experiences in the pit as well as the framework she wrote about in Lead with FAITH to jolt listeners to consider how they can cultivate their own rise up. #InAWEtoRISE #LeadwithFAITH

Connect with Tim Cavey and Teachers on Fire on Twitter.

Sarah's Episode on Teachers on Fire Podcast

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Bethany Clemenson believes that everyone has amazing gifts and talents to share with the world! She helps individuals get dialed in to who they are, their passions, and what they want so they can live a big life! You will find Bethany speaking at schools, corporate events, groups, and retreats with the purpose of leaving individuals with a fresh lens, increased awareness, and a plan of action to Live Big! Bethany is creator of the Big Life U Growth & Coaching Program, and the Dialed IN! podcast. She and her family recently settled in the Northwoods of Wisconsin where they are remodeling several lakeside cabins and creating a space for short term rentals and retreats. In 2018, Bethany and her family sold almost everything and traveled the US in a motorhome for about a year.

In this episode, we learn about Bethany’s incredible journey to discover her true passions and uncover her mission to coach others to become their most authentic and excellent selves. We start out the episode with the story of how we met, and my heart both aches and is comforted knowing that we were brought together by a very special person so that the mission in her message could land for you, friends. Regular listeners of this podcast will know that I have recently lost one of my dear friends after a four year battle with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Jake was an example of strength, faith, joy, love, and service in this life to all who knew him, and the story Bethany shares of how we got connected is a perfect illustration of the type of interaction he had daily. We are deeply honored to dedicate this episode to our friend Jake Mangelsen, the man who led a Big Life and inspired awe in so many. I believe in our connection and know that Bethany’s inspiring story about how she left her position to pursue her Big Life and all the beautiful details we could contain in this short episode will empower you to consider your own journey. This community will understand very quickly why we were meant to be connected, and it brings me deep joy to amplify for you, Bethany Clemenson’s Champions story.

Special offer from Bethany for In AWE Podcast Listeners!

Connect with Bethany:

Bethany's Website

Dialed In Podcast

bethany@bethanyclem.com--Email Bethany

Bethany on Facebook---To join her group!

Bethany on Instagram

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares Bethany Hill's Faith in Action story from Lead with FAITH, focusing on H--Lead with Heart. Bethany's story highlights the need for empathetic leaders and the power of calm. Sarah expands on the Heart section to describe emotional intelligence domains through an analogy of the thermostat and thermometer. #InAWEtoRISE

Resources mentioned:Brené Brown and Dr. Marc Brackett Podcast Episode: Permission to Feel

In AWE of Dr. Jody Carrington Episode

Leadership 2.0 by Bradberry and Greaves

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Leadership 2.0

Lesley Bruinton is an Accredited in Public Relations practitioner with more than 15 years of professional experience. The former television journalist now serves as the Public Relations Coordinator for the Tuscaloosa City (Ala.) Schools--an urban district with more than 10,000 students. It’s a job where she can continue her craft of writing with her rapid-fire typing skills. She can usually be found brainstorming and selling a big idea, much to the chagrin of those around her who know it will be a lot of work, but a lot of fun! She is a two-time past president of ALSPRA, the Alabama School Public Relations Association, and a two-time Gold Medallion winner from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA).

In today’s episode, Lesley shares with us her path into School PR, the way she champions for her school and some of the challenges she is tackling with the cancellation of schools due to COVID-19. Her message in this episode will no doubt help to reassure us all that we can continue to champion through with grace and calm. I am honored to share with you Lesley Bruinton’s Champion Story.

Connect with Lesley

Lesley's Blog

Lesley on Twitter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares from the chapter titled "Wholehearted Living" from the H in FAITH in Lead with FAITH. She shares Neil Gupta's contribution to this section and how the theme of letting go is present in our lives now more than ever. She shares Brené Brown's 10 Guideposts to Wholehearted Living.

Connect with Neil Gupta

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Tara Martin is an enthusiastic educator, national speaker, and author who thrives on change and refuses to settle for the status quo. She has served as a classroom teacher, an instructional coach for several years, and most recently, a district administrator.

As the founder of #BookSnaps, the latest reading comprehension strategy currently implemented in seventeen countries, she is always seeking unique ways to make learning fun, relevant, and meaningful.

Tara is the author of the inspirational book, Be REAL: Educate from the Heart and Cannonball In, a motivating children's book illustrated by Genesis Kohler. Tara firmly believes machines and artificial intelligence will never replicate an individual’s REAL identity–the unique strengths, talents, and life experiences of every human. Tara's passion for education and love of writing led her to a new role where she coaches and serves educational authors as the Director of Public Relations and Communication for DBC, Inc. Tara recently launched her own podcast, The Real Journey Show.

Tara’s ambition is to lead a culture of innovative change, keep social-emotional learning at the heart of our work, and encourage others to Cannonball In and fulfill their true potential!

In this episode, we engage in a deep conversation about how Tara champions for so many that she serves including those who read and hear her message about being real and cannonballing in as well as the authors she serves in her role at DBC Inc. I loved hearing about how Dave Burgess was her champion to get that first book published, and she shares vulnerably and lovingly about two educator champions who had a significant impact in her own life. I loved every part of this conversation and you can hear me get emotional at the end from her insights. What an honor to share with you Tara Martin’s Champion story.

Connect with Tara:

Tara on Twitter

Tara’s Website

Be REAL by Tara Martin

Cannonball In by Tara Martin

The Real Journey by Tara Martin Podcast

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Cannonball In!

Be REAL: Educate from the Heart

Sarah shares her experience with grief this week while finding the joy in the trial. She shares an annotated list of encouraging songs, which she also sings a bit of, honoring the spirit of who she is called to be and her friend's model in this life.

Check out the songs!

"You Say" by Lauren Daigle

"You Alone" by Northpointe Worship featuring Lauren Daigle

"Different" by Micah Tyler

"Deeper" by Meredith Andrews

"Finish What He Started" by Mercy Me

Tag her with your own songs of encouragement: @sarahsajohnson #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Huda Essa is a TEDx Speaker and the author of the motivational children's book, Teach Us Your Name, focused on empowering children to take pride in their many identities while showing respect for themselves and others. Another culturally authentic and responsive book that she has written is “Common Threads: Adam’s Day at the Market”. She is also currently writing for education professionals focusing on overcoming limitations of unconscious bias in order to best serve their school communities so that staff, students and families can reach their greatest potential for success in our ever-changing world. Additionally, she is the producer of a series of short films focused on matters of social justice.

Huda has positively influenced countless communities around the nation through her engaging and thought-provoking learning opportunities. She utilizes her extensive experience as a Cultural Competency Consultant, former Teacher and English Language Development Specialist to support organizations in successfully meeting their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. In her Keynote presentations and interactive learning opportunities, she works closely with teachers, school site leaders, school district officials and higher education professionals to help them develop practices and cultures that promote cultural competence, engagement, unity, and academic achievement. Huda also works with students, parents and community members in order to engage the entire village so as to reach maximum current and future growth and success. Furthermore, her work extends to supporting professionals in businesses, corporations and non-profit organizations. Her belief is that the learning needed to work towards social justice is a lifelong education that can be applied to virtually all ages, social identities, and careers. Her explorations include international travel to gain insight from communities around the globe in order to share and apply the learning with U.S. audiences.

In today’s episode, we learn more from Huda’s story of embracing her own identities as well as her work to help others overcome their own challenges of implicit bias. Huda provides such gracefilled wisdom and insight around several important topics, and our conversation has me thinking more deeply about power dynamics in our country. She is brilliant, friends! We also discuss her journey to embrace her own identity as a Muslim woman in America, and I know there is a true mission in Huda’s message today. She is a precious sister to me who has blessed me so deeply, and I am so excited and honored to share with you and amplify for you Huda Essa’s LeadHERship Story.

Connect with Huda:

Culturelinksllc.com

Huda’s Website: You can find her Tedx Talk and partner with her there.

Huda on Twitter

Common Threads: Adam's Day at the Market

Teach Us Your Name

Mentioned in Podcast:

Austin Channing Brown on Jen Hatmaker’s “For the Love Podcast”

Holy Envy: Finding God in the Faith of Others by Barbara Brown-Taylor

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Holy Envy: Finding God in the Faith of Others

Common Threads: Adam's Day at the Market

Teach Us Your Name

Sarah shares Megan Anderson's contribution from the T in FAITH section from Lead with FAITH. Servant leadership is different from martyrdom, and in this jolt, you will be prompted to look at that line and serve in love without leaving yourself behind.

Connect with Megan!

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Holly Labbe is a joyful, Enneagram 7 who is committed to enjoying every moment! She's a born entrepreneur and leader in both the for-profit and the non-profit world.

She started a business, Holly Labbe Photography, and is a Co-Lead Pastor at Movement Church in Eau Claire, WI.

In this episode, we learn how Holly discovered her passion for entrepreneurship and began to embrace using her passions to serve others through her photography business as well as in her ministry. Holly shares her experiences with failure and gives us an empowering message about resilience. Holly’s wise and confident message will remind us all the importance of leading through strengths to steer our ships best. I am deeply honored to share with you Pastor Holly Labbe’s LeadHERship story.

Connect with Holly:

Holly on Instagram

www.iammovement.church

www.hollylabbephotography.com

Holly's Email

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah encourages listeners to use this time for building foundations, sharing a summary of the Lead with FAITH framework. How we use this time in a new chapter will matter.

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join the virtual book study and build community now with Suzie Henderson and Lisa Gaede! Click this link to be added!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Shelley Burgess has served as an award-winning teacher, principal, Director of Student Achievement, and Assistant Superintendent of Educational Leadership. Her highly respected work focuses on building leadership capacity through coaching, collaboration, and building a positive culture of change which leads to dramatic improvements in teaching and learning. She now works as a full-time partner in Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc. and is the co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators and Lead Like a PIRATE.

Beth Houf is the proud principal of Fulton Middle School in central Missouri. She is the Co-Author of Lead Like a PIRATE: Make School Amazing for Your Students and Staff. Beth also serves as a facilitator for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Leadership Academy, providing monthly training to state educational leaders. She has spoken at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Conference, the Association for Middle-Level Education National Conference, The National Principal Conference, and many state and local educational venues. She is also active in her local, state and national elementary principal associations. Beth was named a Missouri Exemplary New Principal in 2011 and the Missouri National Distinguished Principal for 2016.

In this episode, we hear about both Beth and Shelley’s journeys into leadership, how they came together to write Lead like a Pirate, the ways they continue to amplify and support leaders, and we also get to hear about Shelley’s journey into entrepreneurship. These women bring authenticity and strength to leadership each day, and their messages in this podcast serve as empowering reminders that we can all be the leader we desire to be and we can continuously learn and grow into our best versions. I am so honored to share with you Beth Houf and Shelley Burgesses’s LeadHERship stories.

Shelley on Twitter

Beth on Twitter

Lead Like a Pirate Website

When the Walls Come Down by Beth Houf

Recommended:

Brave Not Perfect by Reshma Saujan

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Brave, Not Perfect: Fear Less, Fail More, and Live Bolder

Sarah shares a jolt of inspiration to live with more faith and less fear through the mission of living your excellence. She shares Jimmy Casas's new book, which is out March 12, 2020 as a great resource for educators.

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

To purchase your copy of Live Your Excellence today, go to https://www.jimmycasas.com/resources For price discounts on bulk ordering, contact us directly at Marianne@jcasasandassociates.com All shipping costs covered by J Casas and Associates.

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Join Lavonna Roth for her webinar on Saturday, March 14, 2020 for Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid as a New Consultant!

If you cannot attend Live, register here and a replay will be sent your way.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Sarah Thomas, PhD is a Regional Technology Coordinator in a large district in Maryland, and the founder of EduMatch, a project that empowers educators to make global connections across common areas of interest. She has spoken and presented internationally, participated in the Technical Working Group to refresh the 2017 ISTE Standards for Educators, and is a recipient of the 2017 ISTE Making IT Happen award. She is also a national advisor for the Future Ready Instructional Coaches Strand, and an Affiliate Professor at Loyola University in Maryland. Sarah is a co-author of the ISTE Digital equity series, Closing the Gap.

In this episode, we learn much about Sarah’s passion for connection, how she began the Edumatch project, and the ways she continues to lead others to share their hearts and skills in the education space. We touched upon so many topics here that are dear to my heart, and with a gentle yet fierce nature, Sarah shares some insight into her own passion for amplifying others whose voices are often marginalized. I love this woman’s heart, her spirit, her drive to make new tables, and her gifts for leading. I am so deeply honored to share with you Sarah Thomas’s LeadHERship story.

Connect with Sarah:www.sarahjanethomas.com

Sarah on Twitter

Sarah on Instagram

Edumatch

Awe-Inspiring Recommendations:

Dr. Will Show

Be the Bridge by Latasha Morrison

In AWE of Episode 43 with Knikole Taylor

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares Roman Nowak's contribution to Lead with FAITH. His message comes from the I in the FAITH framework which stands for Intentional-Leading with intentionality to influence and inspire others. This segment comes from the chapter titled, “Intentionality to Inspire and Build Up Others through Practicing Gratitude". Sarah shares five ways you can start practicing gratitude today!

Connect with Roman!

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Brianna Hodges is committed to helping educators reframe perspectives to positively transform the story of school. Pulling from her experiences as a marketing & PR executive turned English classroom teacher and basketball coach turned district administrator and nationally-known educational consultant and speaker, Brianna shares how story serves as the foundation of learning, the cornerstone of culture, and the catalyst to transformation with classrooms, districts, conferences, and stages across the nation.

She holds a Bachelor’s in English Literature and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction with a Specialization in Instructional Design and Technology. She has learned, listened, and led in classrooms and in central administration since 2009. At the district level, she served as Director of Digital Learning and Director of Learning Experience and Engagement, specializing in instructional coaching, purposeful pedagogy, transformative implementation, and engaged learning for all ages and stages.

Noted for her innovative approach to learning, Bri was named K12 Administrator to Watch (2018) and Texas EdTech of the Year (2017). She serves as national advisor for Future Ready Schools and spokesperson for Future Ready Coaches. Bri is widely recognized for her superpower for storytelling, capacity for connection, and commitment to empathy and equity.

When Brianna isn’t leading a session, diving into strategy, learning and vlogging about education happenings, or waiting to board an airplane, you can find her pacing the sidelines at her son’s games, encouraging her daughter’s affinity for slime and YouTube, wrangling longhorns and horses at her family farm, or finding moments of laughter and connection with family and friends.

In this episode, we literally cover so much, my friends. We learn about Bri’s dynamic professional background, her fueled passion for storytelling, and she and I boldly step together into a conversation around several hot topics around women in leadership. I loved this conversation with Brianna, learning about her upbringing and the model that her parents were to her to foster such a strong leadHERship example, and how she is intentional about building the same in her own family as well as for all of us. The conversation is multifaceted and charged with passion. It is the absolute perfect kick off to this series, and I am ecstatic to bring to you Brianna Hodges’s LeadHERship story.

Connect with Brianna

Twitter @bhodgesEDU

Instagram @bhodgesEDU

LinkedIn briannahodges

Website briannahodges.com

Resources Mentioned:Melinda Gates: The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World

Unfinished Business: Women, Men, Work, Family by Anne Marie Slaughter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World

Unfinished Business: Women Men Work Family

Tisha is an innovative district Tech Integration Specialist, speaker, and author from Southern Oregon. She has taught Family and Consumer Science for 25 years and has served in various leadership roles in her school and district. Tisha is the author of the book Make Learning MAGICAL, which unlocks seven keys to transform teaching and create unforgettable experiences in the classroom. She speaks nationally on a variety of topics related to teaching and learning in all content and grade levels, Family and Consumer Science being her specialty.

In this episode, we learn how Tisha’s flame was reignited for teaching after she took a risk to infuse more technology into her classroom and how from there, she began to passionately influence others to reignite their own passion for creativity. Tisha also shares her experiences overcoming fears in order to be able to share her message more widely. She is full of joy and inspiration, and I am honored to amplify for you Tisha Richmond’s Creativity story.

Connect with Tisha:

Tisha on Twitter

Tisha on Instagram

Tisha’s Website

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Monica Burns is a Curriculum and EdTech Consultant, Apple Distinguished Educator and Founder of ClassTechTips.com. Monica was part of her school’s leadership team and was a vocal advocate for bringing one-to-one technology into her classroom. As a classroom teacher, Monica used iPads to create an engaging, differentiated learning experience to meet the unique needs of her students. Realizing the power of digital tools in the classroom, Monica started ClassTechTips.com to provide a resource for educators.

Since starting ClassTechTips.com, Monica has presented to teachers, administrators and tech-enthusiasts at numerous national and international conferences including SXSWedu, ISTE, FETC and EduTECH. She is a webinar host for SimpleK12 and a regular contributor to Edutopia. Monica is the author of Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom (ASCD), #FormativeTech: Meaningful, Sustainable, and Scalable Formative Assessment with Technology (Corwin), Deeper Learning with QR Codes and Augmented Reality (Corwin), and co-author of 40 Ways to Inject Creativity into Your Classroom with Adobe Spark.

Monica visits schools across the country to work with PreK-20 teachers to make technology integration exciting and accessible. In addition to being named an Apple Distinguished Educator in 2013, Monica is a graduate of the University of Delaware and Hunter College, and completed a Doctorate in Global Education Leadership at Lamar University in 2016.

In this episode, we learn about how Monica has learned to harness her own creativity while serving others to develop theirs. From her time as a teacher in the classroom to her current reality, Monica inspires us to consider the ways we can tap into our skills to create experiences that matter for others. I am really excited for you to learn so much from this strong leader, and deeply honored to share with you Dr. Monica Burns’s Creativity story.

Connect with Monica

Monica on Twitter

Monica on Facebook

Monica on Pinterest

Monica on Instagram

Monica’s Podcast

Awe-Inspiring Recommendations:

Dr. Jennifer Williams on Twitter

Robyn Jackson on Twitter

Range by Epstein and Damron

Dolly Parton’s America

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Range: How Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World

Sarah shares Lynn Colón's contribution to the I in the FAITH framework, which stands for Intentional to Inspire and Influence Others with inspiration to make each day count.

Connect with Lynn

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

At the age of five, Kincs by Nicki, Founder and Designer Nichole “Nicki” Burton began her journey as an artist. A Columbus, Ohio native; Burton is a self-taught artist and designer who has turned her passion for drawing and painting into a sustainable enterprise. Burton’s creative instinct propels her to experiment with color and texture, producing a signature style that has evolved into a vibrant brand of wearable art that is far from ordinary.

A classic Kincs by Nicki creation is uniquely outstanding because Burton masterfully combines colors, textiles and cultural relevance together to create pieces that resonate with its future owner. “Art should be appreciated; not discarded in a basement or lost in a jewelry box.” Keeping with her belief that each piece should be a one-of-a-kind work of art, she intentionally ensures that no one, hand-painted piece is the same. "Everything I create is intentional and meaningful to the entire collection.”

Burton’s process for creating new pieces manifests in the forms of dreams. “No pencil or stencil. It is all in my head.” It is no wonder that Nichole’s statement-making jewelry and clothing reflect the city that she inhabits and works in which is bedecked in cultural significance and imaginative representation. Over the course of her successful 20+-year career, Nichole has collaborated with designers, photographers, stylists, make-up artists and activists to highlight, enlighten and educate the significance and relevance of African-American art.

Additionally, Nichole also operates a mobile art studio that turns any location into an art studio in minutes. She also hosts themed “Paint & Sip” events throughout the year.

She currently resides in Columbus, Ohio with her husband, three adult children, and one grandchild.

So, friends, you may wonder how in the world I got connected to such a brilliant artist, and I am absolutely giddy over this back story. Many of my regular listeners will be familiar with the fact that I listen closely to the direction I receive, and one day I was prompted to contact my much-esteemed colleague Dwight Carter. You may know him as an award-winning educator, author, and speaker. I know him as someone God places squarely in my life when I needed his story the most, and Dwight has blessed me in so many ways including writing an incredible foreword for Lead with FAITH. So what does Dwight have to do with today’s guest? Friends, you are going to have to listen to the interview to learn that information and much much more.

In this episode, we learn how Nicki has always had what she believes is a God-given talent for art, and we learn about her wonderful life and experiences as a teacher no less! Regular listeners of this show will not be surprised when we go deep, beyond art and into spirituality and social justice. I am in absolute awe of Ms. Nick Burton, and I am deeply honored to share with you today, Nicki Burton’s Creativity story.

Stay Connected

Nicki's Website: Kincs By Nicki

Kincs By Nicki on Facebook

Kincs By Nicki on Instagram

Email Nicki

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares Suzie Henderson's contribution to the I in the FAITH framework, which stands for Intentional to Inspire and Influence Others. She also shares the framework for living with intention in all areas of our full lives from her first book.

Connect with Suzie

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Balance LIfe a Pirate: Going Beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Dr. Katie Martin is the author of Learner-Centered Innovation and VP of Professional Learning at Altitude Learning. She has worked in diverse contexts to learn, research, and support deeper learning for all students. She has served as a middle school English language arts teacher, instructional coach, and led the district's new teacher mentoring program. Katie has a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in middle school education and her Ph.D. and in Curriculum and Instruction. At the university, district, and school-level Katie aspires to create experiences that empower all learners to develop knowledge, skills, and mindsets to thrive in a changing world. As a mom, she wants her kids to have learning experiences in school that build on their strengths and interests and as an educator; she is passionate about making sure we do the same for all kids.

In this episode, we learn how Dr. Katie works to influence others in shaping learning experiences that bring out the best in what she calls our jagged profiles. Each of us and our students are individuals with unique designs for learning. We discuss the importance of designing experiences in classrooms that are learner-centered to keep curiosity and passion flowing for our learners. Katie shares her own experiences in embracing herself as a creative as well as her connection to this passion through her own children. Katie had me thinking a lot about how we can work within our systems to promote creation and iteration, and I love her heart for creativity in our schools. I hope you will stick around to the end of the episode for a gift to my listeners and a chance to extend this conversation in person with Dr. Katie in June 2020. I am honored to bring to you Dr. Katie Martin’s Creativity story.

Dr. Katie's WebsiteDr. Katie on TwitterDr. Katie on FacebookDr. Katie on InstagramDr. Katie's Blogpost Referenced in EpisodeDr. Katie's Ted Talk

Innovate Inside the Box by George Couros and Katie NovakLearner-Centered Innovation: Spark Curiosity, Ignite Passion and Unleash Genius by Dr. Katie Martin

Join us at the Live Your Excellence Summit in Houston, TX on June 22-23, 2020!

Go to Registration website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-your-excellence-leadership-summit-registration-61546946574

Click on green Register button on right side.

After selecting Individual (one registration) or Group (more than one registration at a time) click on “Enter Promotional Code” at the top right and enter LYEAWE20.

Check out the Live Your Excellence website at https://www.liveyourexcellence.org/ for more information regarding the Summit.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Learner-Centered Innovation: Spark Curiosity, Ignite Passion, and Unleash Genius

Innovate Inside the Box: Empowering Learners Through UDL and the Innovator's Mindset

Sarah shares Jennifer Hogan's contribution to the A in the FAITH framework, which stands for Affirmed in Purpose. She also shares about mission and vision, prompting listeners to consider creating their own to help them lead with more purpose in all areas of their full lives.

Connect with Jennifer

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Chrissy Romano Arrabito is a career teacher and proud of it! She is currently a 2nd grade teacher at Nellie K. Parker Elementary School in Hackensack, New Jersey and has over 26 years of experience as an elementary and middle school teacher.

Chrissy is dedicated to teaching the whole child, stimulating and supporting innovation in classrooms, and strives to provide authentic learning experiences for her students. Her true passion lies in nurturing the quiet kids, those that tend to fall through the cracks, those that truly need a champion to support and advocate for them.

Connect with her online @TheConnectedEdu or follow the hashtag #QuietKidsCount.

In this episode, Chrissy teaches us much about the misconceptions we have around quiet kids in classrooms and society, helps bust some myths about extroversion and introversion, and shares her strong voice in advocacy for all learner styles in our classrooms, but specifically for our quiet kids. I loved this conversation and am proud to amplify for you, Chrissy Romano Arrabito’s Resolve story.

Chrissy’s Website

Chrissy on Twitter

Chrissy on FB

Quiet Kids Count on Amazon

Susan Cain The Power of Introverts Ted Talk

Lead with FAITH by Sarah Johnson

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Quiet Kids Count: Unleashing the True Potential of Introverts (Lead Forward)

Sarah shares a section from Lead with FAITH from the A in the framework, which is affirmed in purpose. She shares the section on FAITH in Action by Jeff Kubiak. In this episode, Sarah provides resources to help listeners develop their own list of core values from which they can lead.

Connect with Jeff Kubiak

Get Brené Brown's Work

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Amanda Spight is the principal at Sunshine Early Education Center in the greater Kansas City Area. She has served as a teacher and assistant principal in her career. Amanda is passionate about Conscious Discipline and is resolved to impact learners in her care and the adults she leads in significant ways. Amanda is a mother and wife, and a faith-filled leader resolved to be unapologetically passionate about her purpose.

In this episode, we learn how Amanda got into teaching, why she chose administration, and how she continues to lead with passion and purpose despite the challenges inherent in leadership. She shares her own resolve to lead well, and we learn several ways we too can resolve ourselves to lead with more focus, passion, and love for our people. I am honored to share with you Amanda Spights Resolve Story.

Referenced in Conversation:

Conscious Discipline

Radical Candor by Kim Malone Scott

Lead with FAITH by Sarah Johnson

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity

Sarah shares from her latest book Lead with FAITH, Lavonna Roth's FAITH in Action story. Listeners are encouraged to discover and exercise their signature strengths as a way to defeat imposter syndrome and relieve themselves from being what others expect.

Connect with Lavonna Roth!

Take the Character Strengths Assessment from the VIA Institute

Get your copy of Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Anna Marie Savino has always loved writing and sharing her passion for making meaningful connections between words and ideas. The two interests fused together in Sparrow’s Well, her first published book. More of her writing can be found on her website and in Fueled by Coffee and Love: A Brew Perspective, (in addition to a giant bin that contains years worth of journal writing and notebooks from high school). Although not a writer by trade, after 16 years of teaching English to high-school and junior-high students, she decided to practice what she preaches and be a model of how narrative can positively change lives.

In this episode, we learn how Anna took a challenging time in her life and resolved to use writing to heal. She shares deep insight into emotions through this creative work, and our conversation will no doubt have you thinking of the challenges and triumphs in your own life. I am inspired by Anna’s commitment to becoming her best version, and I am honored to bring to you Anna Marie Savino’s Resolve story.

Connect with Anna:

Anna's WebsiteAnna on TwitterSparrow's Well on TwitterAnna on InstagramAwe Inspiring Recommendations:#CrazyPLN on TwitterThe Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis

Lead with FAITH by Sarah Johnson

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

The Great Divorce

Sarah shares a segment from her latest book Lead with FAITH authored by Jill Maras to encourage listeners to lead with less fear and more courage in 2020. In 2020, Sarah will serve the In AWE Community with resources through these Jolt episodes and amplify incredible leaders who are leading with FAITH in Action.

Connect with Jill Maras on Twitter!

Sarah’s recommended Enneagram Assessment: https://www.wepss.com/

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation So You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Join Sarah’s mailing list to receive her Five Ways to Slay Fear in 2020: http://bit.ly/SlayFear2020

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Heidi Armentrout is a wife to a special education teacher and soccer coach, mother of two college-aged children, an educator who is currently a director of personnel and was a building administrator until recently for 12 years, and served for another 12 years as a middle school math teacher. She loves to read, quilt, and scrapbook and is attempting (as she says) to become a runner. Heidi is a life long learner and on a faith-based journey with God.

In this episode, my friends, you will learn that Heidi has demonstrated resolve for a literal lifetime. Through learning challenges, facing down obstacles related to body image, and resolving to become her best version, Heidi shows us what daily strength and determination looks like. She is one of my dear mentors in life, and I am absolutely honored to share with you Heidi Armentrout’s Resolve story.

Connect with Heidi:

Heidi on Twitter

Lead with FAITH by Sarah Johnson

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lead with FAITH: Building a Strong Foundation so You Can Rise Up, Slay Fear, and Serve Well

Over the past 15 years, Dr. Jody Carrington has assessed, treated, educated, and empowered some of our most vulnerable and precious souls on the planet. She is a child psychologist by trade, but Jody rarely treats kids. The answer lies, she believes, in the people who hold them. Especially when kids have experienced trauma, that’s when they need big people the most. Some of her favorites include educators, parents, first responders, and foster parents. Jody has shifted the way they think and feel about the holy work that they do.

Before Jody started her own practice and speaking across the country, she worked at the Alberta Children’s Hospital on the inpatient and day treatment units where she held families with some of the difficult stories. They taught her the most important lesson: we are wired to do hard things. We can handle those hard things so much easier when we remember this: we are wired for connection.

This all started when Jody received her Bachelor of Arts with Distinction from the University of Alberta. She completed a year-long internship with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police during that time and worked alongside families struggling with chronic illness at the Ronald McDonald House. She received her Master’s degree in Psychology at the University of Regina and completed her Ph.D. there as well, before completing her residency in Nova Scotia.

Her first book, Kids These Days: A Game Plan for (Re)Connecting with those we Teach, Lead & Love, came out in 2019 and sold 20,000 copies in just three months. It is now on Amazon’s Best Sellers List.

In this episode, Dr. Jody shares with us many insights about the importance of taking care of those who hold our children as she masterfully helps us see as she calls it that we are walking one another home in this life. She helps us understand the importance of connecting with others in our lives, and her message empowers listeners to visualize how we too can be more generous with our time and attention. She lit me up with this interview, friends, and her work inspires me a great deal. Stick around to the end of this episode for a generous offer to see both Jody and me in person in June! I am excited to share with you Dr. Jody Carrington’s Generosity story.

Connect with Dr. Jody Carrington:

Dr. Jody's WebsiteDr. Jody on FacebookDr. Jody on TwitterDr. Jody on InstagramKids These Days by Jody Carrington

Receive $75 off registration to join Dr. Jody and Sarah at the Live Your Excellence Summit in Houston, TX June 22-23, 2020!

Go to Registration website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-your-excellence-leadership-summit-registration-61546946574

Click on green Register button on right side.

After selecting Individual (one registration) or Group (more than one registration at a time) click on “Enter Promotional Code” at the top right and enter LYEAWE20.

Check out the Live Your Excellence website at https://www.liveyourexcellence.org/ for more information regarding the Summit.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Kids These Days: Kids These Days: A Game Plan For (Re)Connecting With Those We Teach, Lead, & Love

Welcome back to the In AWE Podcast and our series on Generosity. This series continues to amaze me in its depth, and I cannot wait to share the incredible story from today’s episode with you.

Shelly Biessel is a mother of two, educator, and co-founder of Love Conquers Violence, a Minneapolis based non-profit with a powerful mission to end domestic violence in their community. Shelly and her husband, Nick co-founded Love Conquers Violence after they lost tragically Nick’s sister to a domestic abuse-related homicide. Through the organization, they keep Natalie Biessel’s voice alive, impacting those suffering through domestic violence, as well as honoring Natalie’s spirit in the ways they support others pursuing service through the medical field as Natalie was when she died.

Shelly’s dedication to the mission in her message is insanely inspiring to me, and the generosity of her passionate spirit shows us how any tragedy can be used and nothing has to be wasted. I am in awe of this incredible woman and the way she and her husband keep Natalie's voice alive through loving service to others. I am honored to share with you Shelly Biessel's generosity story.

Connect with Love Conquers Violence and Shelly

Love Conquers Violence on Instagram

www.loveconquersviolence.org

Love Conquers Violence on Facebook

hello@loveconquersviolence.org

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Amber Teamann is the proud principal of Whitt Elementary in Wylie ISD in Wylie, Texas. During her educational career, Amber’s comprehensive understanding of student learning has resulted in a successful blend of technology and teaching. From a 4th grade teacher at a public school technology center to her role as a Title I Technology Facilitator responsible for 17 campuses, Amber has helped students and staff navigate their digital abilities and responsibilities. As the proud principal of Whitt Elementary, she leads and loves on the cutest and smartest Wolves in all the land! Amber contributed to Education Write Now and is a co-author of Lead with Appreciation: Fostering a Culture of Gratitude.

In this episode, we hear from Amber about the specific ways she works to generously give her leadership insights tied to leading through seeing others’ strengths and boosting the climate with generosity. We talk about her experiences in leadership and she gifts her lessons to us regarding seeing people as they are not as we want them to be. From her story, we learn how we too can embrace our own strengths and boost those around us through simple acts of generosity in our lives. I loved this conversation with the energetic, loquacious lady leader, and I am honored to bring you Amber Teamann’s Generosity story.

Connect with Amber:

Amber’s Website

Amber on Twitter

Amber on Instagram

Lead with Appreciation

Awe-Inspiring Recommendations

Brene Brown’s Dare to Lead

Rachel Hollis: Girl Wash Your Face

Shawn Achor: The Happiness Advantage and Big Potential

Sarah's Lead with Faith Launch Team-Sign up by Dec. 19th!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Success and Performance at Work

Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be

Lead with Appreciation: Fostering a Culture of Gratitude (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.

Big Potential: How Transforming the Pursuit of Success Raises Our Achievement, Happiness, and Well-Being

Tamara Letter is a passionate educator with more than two decades of experience as an elementary teacher, differentiation specialist, technology integrator, instructional coach, and conference presenter. She received the 2018 R.E.B. Award for Teaching Excellence and is the author of the incredible book, A Passion for Kindness: Making the World a Better Place to Lead, Love, and Learn.

In this episode, we not only get to learn about Tamara’s inspirational birthday project that morphed into a seriously powerful message with significant impact, we also gain an inside look into Tamara’s heart with a personal story she shares about the power of forgiveness in her own life. I have literally listened to this episode a dozen times already, and the message continues to inspire me in new ways. Tamara mentions one of the catalysts for engaging in a broader spreading of kindness came from the terrible incident at Sandy Hook Elementary in 2012. When this episode launches, we will be remembering as a nation for the seventh year. My hope in launching this message to you at this exact time is that Tamara’s message reaches in where it needs to continue to shine light in any darkness in your own spheres of influence. That we all hear her message that there is wealth in giving and that becoming a kindness cultivator is a calling for a greater purpose. May Tamara’s inspirational message spark in you a brightly lit Passion for Kindness, my friends. I am deeply honored to bring you Tamara Letter’s Generosity story.

Contact Tamara:

http://www.tamaraletter.com

Twitter: @tamaraletter; Instagram: @tamaraletter

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionforkindness/

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

In her book Tamara spotlights 12 Kindness Cultivators who would love to learn and grow with you! Here is a link to each one: https://www.tamaraletter.com/a-passion-for-kindness/kindness-cultivators/

Join Sarah’s Lead with Faith Launch Team!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares her challenge with this time of year and encourages listeners to intentionally finish strong by reflecting on victories from 2019 and making plans to finish strong. Share your own through the message feature on the Anchor App, connect with Sarah via social media, or email at sarahsajohnson@gmail.com.

Join Sarah's Launch Team for Lead with Faith!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Bryn Beyer is a self-proclaimed traditional oldest sibling, nature-lover, and adventure-seeker. Bryn graduated from the Kern Ministry Program at Indiana Wesleyan University with a Bachelor’s in Christian Ministry and Master’s in Practical Theology. She is now the Outreach Coordinator at Red Cedar Church in Rice Lake, WI, where she leads six different ministries under the outreach umbrella.

In this episode, we get to hear about Bryn’s leadership in carrying out a core value of Irrational Generosity through her position at Red Cedar Church. She shares about the inspiring ministries that exemplify generosity, and we hear about her own journey into ministry. Bryn’s message inspires us to think about how we too can step into our calling, becoming more than we believed, and she inspires us to live out love in the most gentle ways. I am deeply honored to amplify for you Bryn Beyers’ generosity story.

Connect with Bryn:

Bryn on Instagram

Bryn on Facebook

Bryn’s email at Red Cedar Church

Awe-Inspring Recommendation

Mingling of Souls by Matt Chandler

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Mingling of Souls: God's Design for Love, Marriage, Sex, and Redemption

In this Jolt episode, Sarah Johnson shares about the transformative power of practicing gratitude for ourselves as well a those around us. She shares research alignment, stories, and illustrates points from stories features during the month of November on the In AWE Podcast.

Check out the at The In AWE Podcast or In AWE Website

Engage with Sarah at Sarah's Website

Resources for Gratitude:

The Transformative Power of Gratitude Huffington Post

Four Gratitude Strategies Berkely

It's Worth It Poem

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Elisabeth Bostwick is a multi-award-winning educator who is passionate about creating the conditions to spark curiosity and unleash creativity to empower learning. She is the author of Take the L.E.A.P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation and co-author of Education Write Now, Volume II: Top Strategies for Improving Relationships and Culture. As an instructional coach supporting K-12 teachers, Elisabeth serves alongside colleagues to deepen learning, leveraging highly effective strategies that engage and empower all learners to maximize growth. With her passion for creating a long-lasting, positive impact on education, Elisabeth inspires others to identify how we can cultivate systemic change and develop essential success skills to ensure learners are future-ready.

In today’s episode, Elisabeth helps us consider the power of gratitude in our own lives as well as infusing it into classrooms and our homes. Through her story, we learn how we too can intentionally practice gratitude in authentic ways that impact our own minds as well as the power to influence others. I am honored to share with you Elisabeth Bostwick’s gratitude story.

Connect with Elisabeth:

Elisabeth on Twitter

Elisabeth’s Website

Take the L.E.A.P. on Amazon

Awe-Inspiring Recommendations:

Annick Rauch

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Take the L. E. A. P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation

Michele Hill is a passionate educator who serves as a coordinator of admissions and communications at Burlington County Institute of Technology. Throughout her career as an educator, Michele has been a champion for struggling and impoverished students. Michele has been a guest blogger for ASCD Inservice, McGraw Hill, Principal Leadership, Teacher Tool Kit UK, Edweek and ASCD Road Tested. Michele is the host of DisrupteEdTv Teacher Sparks and producer of DisruptEdTV School Spotlight. You can follow Michele on Twitter @HillMrispo or visit her blog: spiritededucator.blogspot.com

In today’s episode, not only do we learn more about Michele’s incredible education journey, we are inspired by her very real experiences with cultivating a mindset that focuses on gratitude. I am a huge fan of Michele and the way she supports other educators, and this conversation had me beaming. This woman is tenacious, loving, inspiring, full of wisdom, and I am so grateful that I get to share with you, Michele Hill’s gratitude story.

Connect with Michele:

Michele on Twitter

Spiritededucator.blogspot.com

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Commanding Life

Trent Sheldon

Danny Steele’s Books: Essential Truths for Principals and Essential Truths for Teachers

Edrenaline Rush by John Meehan

Allyson Apsey: The Path to Serendipity

Becoming by Michelle Obama

Educated by Tara Westover

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Becoming

Essential Truths for Teachers

EDrenaline Rush: Game-changing Student Engagement Inspired by Theme Parks, Mud Runs, and Escape Rooms

Essential Truths for Principals

Educated: The Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling memoir

The Path to Serendipity: Discover the Gifts along Life's Journey

Ms. Trelane Clark is a native of Boston and mother of two a vibrant, 5-year-old daughter and a charming, sweet 15-year-old son. She is currently a middle school assistant principal. Over the course of her 22-year career, Trelane has served as students and teachers in urban, suburban, public, private and religious schools as a teacher, school administrator, and workshop presenter in districts inside and outside of Boston, Massachusetts, Fairfax County, Virginia, and Washington, DC. Trelane has lived and breathed education her whole life. When it comes to decisions about students, she is guided by the common principle of doing what’s best for students. She believes that when adults make sound decisions and create the best conditions for students, teachers, and staff, then they are doing what’s best for children. Trelane enjoys spending time doing anything with her children, reading (audiobooks rock!), music and Boston during the summertime.

Trelane is a survivor, and, not unlike many others, has overcome a number of adversities - domestic violence, divorce, near-fatal car accidents. She lives each day as a single mother striving to provide the best life for herself and her children. A strong foundation of faith and a network of support in family, friends, former educators and mentors has allowed her to flourish and continue to grow her passion and conviction for educating young people by enabling adults to do all that they can do guide students towards success. An attitude of gratitude is what she strives to maintain, as she has much to be grateful for.

In this episode, Trelane shares how she has overcome obstacles and thrive in resilience through strong faith, focus on gratitude, and finding community. Through her story, we learn how we too can face our challenges, be grateful for what we do have, and influence others around us using our victories to assist others in their battles. I am honored to bring to you Trelane Clark’s gratitude story.

Trelane on Twitter

Trelane on Instagram

Awe-Inspiring Recommendation

The Gifts of Imperfection

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Gifts of Imperfection: Brené Brown

Lisa Gaede is a mother of a 20 year old son, have been remarried 9 years, she has two stepsons who we share her house and time on weekends. Lisa just started her 29th year as an elementary speech/language pathologist. She commutes an hour each way to work because she loves her job and the people she works with. When she is not commuting or working, Lisa enjoys exercising, reading, knitting, crocheting, taking part in Twitter chats, listening to podcasts, spending time with family and friends, and loving up on her three dogs.

In this episode, Lisa shares how her dad’s failing health shifted her heart to see the beauty in the world while she served him lovingly and with gratitude. Her inspirational message of focusing intentionally on gratitude as well as her joyous spirit remind us all that we too can ensure that nothing in our life is wasted. My heart is filled with immense joy to bring to you Lisa Gaede’s Gratitude Story.

Lisa on Twitter

Awe-Inspiring Recommendations:

Joe Sanfelippo

Melanie Korach

Jon Gordon

Kyle Hamstra

Jeff Kubiak -One Drop of Kindness

LaVonna Roth

Dare to Lead by Brene Brown

Armchair Expert with Dax Shephard

Rising Tide Radio with Allyson Apsey and Jennifer Hogan

Tell Your Story Podcast with Todd Nesloney

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares an awe inspiring story to prompt listeners to see the beauty in the world. In this episode, Sarah recounts her experience of facing fears and several obstacles to run her first marathon three years ago and return in time for Halloween with her small children. Check out her story and share your own experiences at #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Sanée Bell is the principal of Morton Ranch Junior High in Katy, Texas. She has also served as an elementary principal, assistant principal, teacher, and coach. In 2015, Sanée was recognized as the Katy ISD Elementary Principal of the Year. She earned her doctorate degree in Educational Leadership with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Houston Clear Lake. Sanée is passionate about authentic, purposeful learning for students and teachers, and she also has a strong passion for leadership and its impact on teacher engagement, student learning, and school culture. Sanée recognizes her impact as a leader and uses her role to inspire, motivate, and empower others. Sanée has presented at state, national and international conferences, and has contributed to several publications and podcasts focused on leadership and its impact on students and teachers. Sanée is co-author and co-editor of the Education Write Series, and recently published her first book, Be Excellent on Purpose: Intentional Strategies for Impactful Leadership. Sanée shares her thoughts on leadership on her blog saneebell.com.

In this episode, Sanée shares how she has led through fear and continues to face her own fears down as she leads at home and in life. We learn of the recent challenges she has faced, and she shares inspirational leadership insight. I am honored to amplify for you, Dr. Sanée Bell's Fearlessness story.

Connect with Sanée:

Sanées Blog

Sanée on Twitter

Be Excellent on Purpose on Amazon

Education Write Now on Amazon

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Be Excellent on Purpose: Intentional Strategies for Impactful Leadership (Lead Forward Book 1)

Education Write Now, Volume II: Top Strategies for Improving Relationships and Culture

Two head principals early in their career, Karen & Christy began The Modern Principal together to organize a community of EduQueens doing their best to lead and reform education, no matter their role. The Modern Principal is a collection of thoughts on all subjects education that helps to redefine the role of leadership in our schools. They use their combined voices to steer the new generation of teacher leaders and administrators as they examine the systems in place in schools and challenge the status quo. They strive for social justice, mentorship, and community - and doing it all with a whole lot of style.

Listeners, I love this conversation with Christy and Karen and know you will be captivated by their mission as I am. In this episode we learn about what prompted them to start The Modern Principal, challenges they have faced, and their passions around building a community of eduqueens. We laughed, traveled down unexpected roads, and these ladies made my heart pound with the good work they are doing. I am honored to amplify for you The Modern Principal with Christy and Karen’s Fearlessness story.

Connect with Christy and Karen at The Modern Principal

Themodernprincipal.com

@modernprincipal on Twitter

The Modern Principal on Instagram

Awe-Inspiring Recommendations

The Tutu Teacher on Instagram

Too Cool for Middle School on Instagram

White Fragility by Robin Diangelo

Radical Candor by Kim Scott

Scene on Radio-Seeing White

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity

Knikole Taylor is an international professional development trainer, curriculum developer, speaker and author who has been privileged to travel the world to pour her learning into others. It is her firm belief that anyone can succeed with tailored support. Knikole works to assist educators in being their best for the students and teachers they serve each day. Knikole is working on a project called One and Only : Reflective stories regarding education, race, and bringing our own seat to the table.

My conversation with Knikole both pushed and inspired me. I cannot emphasize enough how much I respect Knikole and the intelligence, thoughtfulness, and bravery she brought to the podcast. I am honored Knikole would share her knowledge and passion with us, and I cannot wait for you to learn alongside her as I did in this brave and bold conversation. I am deeply honored to amplify for you Knikole Taylor’s Fearlessness story.

www.knikoletaylor.com

https://twitter.com/knikole

One and Only Project Info and Submissions

Awe-Inspiring Recommendations:

Educolor Movement on Twitter

Educolor.org

Val Brown on Twitter

Clear the Air Education

Troublemakers: Lessons in Freedom from Young Children at School by Carla Shalaby

Rants and Randomness by Luvvie Ajayi

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Troublemakers: Lessons in Freedom from Young Children at School

To kick off our Fearlessness series, I am bringing to you an incredibly special person in my life. This woman has literally laughed alongside me in all the seasons from awkward, exuberant high school years to companionship in our twenties, through husbands, and babies, loss, and life shift. She is a seriously bright light in this world, and I know you will love her story.

Kyleen Engelstad is a wife and mother and works as a benefits consultant with Marsh & McLennan Agency. Kyleen has been in the insurance industry for over 15 years. She enjoys helping employers provide a solution that not only makes their lives and jobs easier, but also serves as a great opportunity for their employees. Kyleen holds a degree in Business Management from Bethel University, which she earned tenaciously after her life path was derailed in her early twenties from a fearful diagnosis. Kyleen is a breast cancer survivor and remains in advocacy for others through her work on the American Cancer Society Legacy Ball Event Committee.

In today’s episode, Kyleeen shares with us her experience being diagnosed and treated for breast cancer at a young age, the fears she faced after cancer subsided, and she shares with us great wisdom from lessons she gained forging through the fear. I am incredibly in awe of Kyleen, and anyone who knows her cannot help but get caught up in her light, laughter, and spirit. It is a treasured and deep honor to share with you Kyleen Engelstad’s fearlessness story.

Awe-Inspiring Recommendations:

Clean and Lean Fit-Carisa Rassmusen

Nourish Love Move

Susan G. Komen Foundation

Minnesota Breast Cancer Coalition

National Breast Cancer Foundation

National Alliance on Mental Illness

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Tiffany Ott is the Director of Curriculum Development with the Teach Better Team, a high school math teacher in Ohio, the founder of #MasteryChat, and an educational technology fanatic. She just can’t get enough of teaching and learning!

Whether it’s connecting with a teacher struggling to make mastery learning work, writing about education, designing units, or speaking up on a stage to teachers who want to change the world with awesome teaching, she is hooked on all things education.

In this episode, we learn how Tiffany got into education and you will be inspired by her passion as well as the vulnerability she shares overcoming personal challenges in wellness. I am so inspired by this incredible woman and cannot wait for you to hear her awe inspiring message. I am honored to amplify for you, Tiffany Ott’s teacher story.

Connect with Tiffany:

Tiffany on Twitter

Teach Better Team on Twitter

Tiffany's Email: Tiffany@teachbetter.com

Teach Better Facebook

Teach Better Website

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Alana Stanton is a kindergarten teacher at Mulberry Elementary School in Gwinnett County, Georgia. Over the past 15 years she has worked with first grade, second grade, and taught technology special. Alana believes relationships always come first in the classroom and that bringing passion into her lessons instills a love for learning.

In this episode, we learn how Alana has used challenging life experiences as real life lessons from which to grow into a better teacher and person. She shares the inspiring story of how she and her husband turned a less than perfect vehicle into a learning experience and a way for a community to come together as well as the lessons she learned through the heartbreak of trying to build a family through pregnancy loss. Alana’s wisdom and the way she generously shares the lessons she has learned reveal just what a powerful teacher she truly is in this life. I am honored to amplify for you Alana Stanton’s teacher story.

Connect with Alana:

Alana on Twitter

Alana's Blog

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Chris Quinn

Bob Goff: Author of Love Does and Everyone Always

Bob Goff's Podcast

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this episode, Sarah welcomes back Dawn Meyers, High School Counselor and suicide survivor. They discuss experiences with suicide losses in their own lives, weave in resources and practical tips to assist others with their journey. The focus of this episode is the topic of suicide survivors, meaning those suffering the loss of a loved one to suicide.

If you are a person who has experienced a loss of a loved one, someone who is suffering from a mental health challenge, or you are seeking to know more and even advocate, here is a list of resources. Remember, you are not alone, and together we can forward the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s mission to see a world without suicide.

Resources for Suicide Awareness and Prevention:

Resources

About Suicide

Resources for those experiencing a mental health crisis:

I’ve Made an Attempt

I’m Having Thoughts of Suicide

Resources for individuals who have loved ones complete a suicide:

I’ve Lost Someone

Coping with Loss

Recommended book from Dawn:

Suicide Survival Guide: For Those Left Behind

Support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and purchase a Balance Like a Pirate item.

https://www.customink.com/fundraising/balancelap

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Suicide Survivors: A Guide for Those Left Behind

In this episode, Sarah pays tribute to an impactful person in her life whom she lost to suicide in 2000. Her experiences as a suicide survivor after his death led her to become and educator and to honor his memory, she shares about his impact. Please join the American Foundation for Suicide's movement toward a world without suicide at #WorldSuicidePreventionDay2019 and #NSPW19.

Resources for Suicide Awareness and Prevention:

Suicide Awareness and Prevention Resources: www.afsp.org

National Suicide Prevention Week Resources

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Veterans Press 1

Crisis Text Line: Text TALK to 741741 (free to text with a trained counselor)

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Janie LaFave is a Kindergarten Teacher FOR LIFE with A heart for GOD. She is a mom to three of her own children and an Organo Coffee Distributor. Janie says, “There is always something to LOVE in everyone of us and if you can't find it you're not looking hard enough. We sing! We dance! We PLAY! YES PLAY!” and her motto to live by is SHINE ON.

I posed the idea to Janie to be featured this month at one of her craziest times of the year, “Open House”, fully expecting she would shoot me down. This woman is humble, gentle, unassuming, in her words, “I am not sure I even have a story to share. I am simple. I am kind. I am silly. I am just me.”

In this episode, it will be just as clear to my listeners as it is to me that Janie’s story is the perfect one for this series. For this moment. For my community.

You are in for such a joyous treat as we learn in this episode about an incredible teacher and sister. I am honored to amplify for you, Janie LaFave’s Teacher Story.

Connect with Janie at Shell Lake Primary School.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Dr. Sam Fecich a professor of education at Grove City College, author of Edumagic, host of the Educmagic podcast, and a huge fan of pumpkin spice lattes (PSL)! She is a mother of a two year old and a wife who resides in PA.

In this episode, we learn how Dr. Sam got into education and how her passions for special education and ed tech came together in the role she is currently serving. From her story, we learn how we too can lean into moments of challenge, knowing that the path that is made for us will clear up eventually if we are willing to persevere. I loved chatting with Sam and we geeked out a bit with teacher lingo. I know you will enjoy this conversation, and I am honored to amplify for you Dr. Sam Fecich’s Teacher Story.

Connect with Dr. Sam:

www.samfecich.com

Dr. Sam on Twitter

Dr. Sam on Instagram

AWE Inspiring Recommendations:

Sarah Thomas on Twitter

House of Ed Tech with Chris Nesi

Teachers Need Teachers Podcast

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Jennifer Lotze is the Instructional Technology Coordinator for the Hudson School District. She previously served as an Instructional Technology Trainer in the Sheboygan Area School District and an Educational Consultant at CESA 11. During her teaching career, she worked as a Cross Categorical Special Educator and focused on teaching individuals with disabilities how to use technology to be successful in their everyday lives. Within her special education program, she helped her students to create a successful business within the school environment. She is a Google for Education Certified Trainer and works with educational professionals all over the country as they integrate technology into their learning environments. She presents to help individuals get the most out of the technology they have access to and make accommodations to existing technology for use with all students. She received her Masters Degree from Carthage College in the area of Educational Leadership with an emphasis in Assistive Technology.

Not only my conversation with Jennifer real on so many levels for both of us, there is such a spirit of support couched within the reality of leading as a woman in spaces often held by men. The conversation is one of my favorites, and though I was tempted to edit in a place here and there, I remembered what I know about this In AWE Community and its incredible capacity to affirm that there is a mission in each message. I know this one will land perfectly. I am deeply honored to share with you Jennifer Lotze’s trailblazer story.

Connect with Jennifer:

Jennifer on Twitter

AWE Inspiring Recommendations:

Kelly Hoyland on Twitter

Kaye Kenrickson on TwitterKaye’s Episode on the In AWE Podcast

Sarah Radcliffe on Twitter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares a moment from her week with you to provide energy or a boost for you. Share yours at #InAWEtoRISE.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Karen Caswell is an experienced educator, passionate reader and lifelong learner. She is currently a Teaching and Learning Co-ordinator at a primary school on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Karen is an Early Childhood trained teacher, who has also been privileged to work in a variety of roles and settings during her 24 year career. In October 2018, Karen started the #TLAPdownunder chat and community on Twitter, so that educators in Australia could be part of the extended #tlap community. The weekly chat has grown to include participants from not only Australia, but many countries where the time is more convenient than the USA chat. Karen is passionate about raising kind, caring and active young people who know how to advocate for themselves, champion others and make a positive impact on the world.

In this episode, we learn how Karen rediscovered her passion for teaching and has been working to build a network of support for others who have faced similar challenges that she did in her journey. From her story we learn how we too can create space for others to grow together and heal ourselves in the process. I am honored to amplify for you, Karen Caswell’s Trailblazer story.

Get connected with Karen:

Karen on Twitter

Karen on Instagram

Karen’s Website

AWE Inspiring Recommendations:

Catherine Williams on Twitter

Brene Brown Books

Teach Like a Pirate

GetConnectED Podcast

Teachers On Fire with Tim Cavey Podcast

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Teach Like a Pirate: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator

In this episode Sarah shares a moment of awe from the week. Share yours at #INAWETORISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Noa Daniel, MEd, is an innovator and thought leader who has been building ways for students to feel visible and valuable in and outside of the classroom for over 20 years. She is a classroom teacher, consultant, coach, and Chief Building Officer at Building Outside the Blocks (BOB). Noa is also a blogger and podcaster. She hosts The Personal Playlist Podcast and ONedMentors, both weekly shows on voicEd Radio. She has recently joined the board of Learning Forward Ontario. Noa is also the co-founder of OEMConnect.

In this episode we learn how Noa was able to take a passion of hers through her work in the classroom to make trails for others to follow to create meaningful learning. We learn about her work in blazing trails for voices to be amplified as well as creating space for mentors and mentees to connect. Through her story we learn how we too can take the gifts that may come naturally to us and create our own path for others to join in their journey. I am honored and excited to share with you Noa Daniel’s Trailblazer story.

Connect with Noa Daniel

Building Outside the Blocks™ (BOB)

P3 Podcast with Noa Daniel

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Leigh Casell--Founder of Digital Human Library

Carol Salva

Barbara Bray

Rola Tibshirani

Sarah Thomas

Jennifer Williams

Voice Ed Radio

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Kerry Gallagher is the Assistant Principal for Teaching and Learning at St. John’s Prep in Danvers, Massachusetts. She’s also the Director of K-12 Education for ConnectSafely.org – internet safety non-profit in Palo Alto, California – a FutureReady Instructional Coach, ASCD Emerging Leader, Adobe Education Leader, PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator, and EdSurge Columnist. She served as a middle & high school teacher and digital learning specialist for over 15 years, and her passions include digital citizenship and effective integration of curriculum, pedagogy, and edtech. Kerry is a TEDx & keynote speaker and a lawyer by training. She was recognized with accolades for her work by the Family Online Safety Institute in 2015, by MassCUE in 2016, and by SmartBrief and St. Anselm College in 2018. Kerry has built her career on smart and effective uses of technology in the classroom and for families. As a current teacher, secondary school administrator, and mom of two elementary level children, her experience and expertise applies to teachers and parents across grade pre-K through 12.

Connect with Kerry:

www.KerryHawk02.com

Kerry on Facebook

Kerry on Twitter

Kerry on Instagram

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Brianna Hodges

Carl Hooker

Monica Burns

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Kristin Tischer’s creative spirit stokes her passion for entrepreneurship, and her biggest outlet comes through her thriving photography business. What started as a desire to capture moments with her own children and that of friends has flourished into a service to others as they archive some of their most important life moments. Kristin Tischer Photography is her independent adventure that has Kristin living out her passion from behind a camera lens. By day, Kristin serves the Spooner School community as the lead administrative assistant at the high school. She and her husband have four children, ages eight and under and they live a full and blessed life in Wisconsin’s gorgeous Northwoods.

In this episode, we learn how Kristin developed her talent for photography by teaching herself and learning from others. She shares how her experiences working from a young age with family owned businesses taught her much of what she needed to know to launch her own small businesses. From her story, we learn how we too can use our gifts of creativity and develop them into something special that serves others. I am happy to share with you Kristin Tischer’s Independence story.

Connect with Kristin:

Kristin Tischer Photography

Kristin Tischer Photography on Facebook

Kristin Tischer Photography on IG

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

A weekly feature from host Sarah Johnson to inspire others to look around and note the beauty in the world. Share yours at #InAWEtoRISE.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Tara Linney’s independent spirit has led her to a variety of learning communities in the US and internationally. Notably, she has been a third grade classroom teacher and then a technology coach and coordinator in both the DC area and Philadelphia and North Carolina. Most recently, she has served as a leader in tech in schools in Singapore and Paris. She earned her undergrad in Florida and her masters in PA. Tara is an international speaker and author of “Code Equity: Keying Girls Into Coding.” She is a passionate learner and innovator.

In this episode, we learn about Tara’s experiences serving schools locally and internationally and what prompted her to write “Code Equity”. Her story teaches us how embracing diversity and inclusivity has the power to change the world. It is a great honor to amplify for you, Tara Linney’s Independence story.

Connect with Tara:

Tara on Twitter
https://taralinney.com/
Code Equity: Keying Girls into Coding

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Naomi Harm is an instigator of STEM innovation, and an edtech women in leadership thought leader and influencer. Her 20+ years in the educational learning space reflects a passion driven approach to leading and learning. She has led as a CUE NGSS Educational Specialist, ISTE Faculty Instructional Coach, Google Certified Innovator, Woman in Leadership Coach and Mentor, Lego Education Master Educator, CS for Teachers Ambassador, and CEO and founder of her own Innovative Educator Consulting company http://www.NaomiHarm.org.

Naomi's past leadership positions have included: k12 Strategic Education Manager for Wonder Workshop, K12 Education Strategist for Dell EMC, National Intel Senior Trainer, EdTech Director for 26 Wisconsin school districts, and 4/5th grade looping teacher/technology coach in Bangor, Wisconsin.

She has spoken at over 125 National and International technology conferences, and she is passionate about sharing lessons she has learned with other leaders in a variety of fields.

In this episode, Naomi shares her launch story, providing an impactful message to us about seeking our passions and leaving what she calls a legacy of good. She also shares her intensely personal story of her youngest son’s in line of duty accident and how she and her husband have leveraged their love for their son and passion for this work to maintain a healthy lifestyle and live as devoted parents to their bionic soldier.

Listeners, it is Naomi’s story of strength in leadership and motherhood inspired me one year ago this month when I first learned of it, so much so that I wrote a blog post about her in July, titled “In AWE of Naomi Harm” This podcast and my business was not even a thought at that time, and when the title for my business came my way in solitude, so did that blog post! Since then, my connection with Naomi has deepened, and I am so grateful for her influence in our world. It is a true tender honor to share with you Naomi Harm’s Independence story.

Connect with Naomi:

Naomi's Website

Naomi on Twitter

Naomi on LinkedIn

Blog Post: In AWE of Naomi Harm

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Awe Inspiring Moment: We need to look around us at the people in our immediate purview and enjoy them while we have them and cheer one another on while we do that. #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Janelle McLaughlin is an education strategist, consultant, presenter, coach, keynote speaker and trainer. Over the years she has been a classroom teacher and district administrator. Today, Janelle is also an entrepreneur, author, a social media strategist and a tech enthusiast. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Ball State University and an administrator's license from Indiana Wesleyan University.

These passions and experiences led her to begin her own company, Innovative Education Solutions. She gets to utilize her teaching talents by working with leaders at all levels to make their jobs easier and more efficient, while focusing on the people. Janelle is a Google Certified Educator, SMART Certified Trainer and a Dell Certified Leader.

Her specialties include: Leadership Development, Student-Driven Instruction, Blended Learning, 1:1 implementation, Effective Technology Integration, SMART Technologies, G Suite, Design Thinking Processes, STEM strategies, Chromebooks, Office 365, Process Management and Organizational Leadership.

She lives in Indiana with her husband and two children.

Connect with Janelle:

Janelle on Twitter

Janelle on Instagram

Janelle on Facebook

Janelle on LinkedIn

www.innovativeeducationsolutions.net

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Noa Daniel on Twitter

Design Thinking for School Leaders by Alyssa Gallagher

Teachers On Fire Podcast with Tim Cavey

The Principal Liner Notes with Sean Gaillard

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Design Thinking for School Leaders: Five Roles and Mindsets That Ignite Positive Change

Awe Inspiring Moment from the Week. Share yours at #InAWEtoRISE.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Synetra Morris is a leader in Arkansas where she shares her gifts with the Fayetteville Public Schools as an assistant principal for Owl Creek School as well as the Director of Women’s Ministry for The Historic St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Northwest Arkansas. Synetra is passionate about empowering and supporting women in each role she serves.

In this episode, Synetra shares her journey to faithful leadership influenced heavily by her mother and the women in her life as well as how she overcame a mountain in her professional journey through a focus in her personal life that serves as a strong message for all of us. Through her story we learn how we too can continue to grow in our faith through trust, be intentional about influencing one another, and be open to becoming the version of ourselves we are meant to be.

I literally listened to this episode a dozen times trying to figure out where I could cut to make it the typical length, and each time I knew there was something in here that needed to be heard by my listeners. By me. What an incredible message of faith this woman brings, and I am deeply honored to know her and overflowing with joy to share with you Synetra Morris’s faith story.

Connect with Synetra:

Synetra on Twitter

Synetra on LinkedIN

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Awe Inspiring Moment from Sarah's week featuring a story of a mentor in her life whose memory surfaced. Read the transcript and more about Ron here. Share your awe inspiring moments at #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Tansy Lou is a quirky young woman with a passion for theatrical ministry. She is known for her talents in ventriloquism as well as her drive to finish building her own Tiny House. Her testimony includes physical healing and overcoming social anxiety. Her journey has had its challenges, but her love and faith in God have given her all the strength and courage to persevere. In this episode, we learn about how Tansy lives a life focused on the mission of using her gifts in excellence, specifically through her ventriloquism. From Tansy’s story, we learn how we too can embrace our passions and follow the path made for us. Tansy's Website Tansy Lou (ventriloquist) - Home | Facebook Tansy's Tiny House Adventure on Facebook Tansy Lou on Instagram Tansy Lou on Twitter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares an awe inspiring moment from her week to inspire you to look around and see the beauty and excellence in your own world. Share yours at #InAWEtoRISE

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Megan Anderson is a servant of Christ, daughter, collegiate athlete, wife, mother of two incredible daughters, a special needs mom, advocate, educator, and mentor. She currently serves as Public Relations Director and Early Childhood Mentor for Highland and Fayette County Board of Developmental Disabilities, an Effectiveness Coach for Dynamix, LLC, and also a member and project manager for Nationwide Children’s Hospital Family Advisory Council. Megan was too humble to share that she has been teacher of the year twice, keynote speaker, and served on Children’s Hospital Family Advisory Board. And I would add a wonderful friend.

In this episode, we learn how Megan has relied upon faith and her strong belief in the fact that God molds and uses us for good in all conditions. Through her story we learn to see how in each circumstance, we can see the blessing in the burden and know that we are each called to live the life we have been given to the greatest glory. It is with deep honor that I share with you today Megan Anderson’s faith story.

Engage with Megan:

Megan on Twitter

Megan on IG

Mentioned:

Dwight Carter

This Is the Day by Tim Tebow

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

This Is the Day: Reclaim Your Dream. Ignite Your Passion. Live Your Purpose.

Sarah shares an AWE Inspiring Moment from the week with more here. Share yours at #InAWEtoRISe

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lindsey Hale is a courageous storyteller who shares her heart through authentic and transparent stories about faith, marriage, parenting her five children, and leadership. With over a decade of experience as a top leader with Thirty-One Gifts, Lindsey has grown her heart for empowering women. She speaks right from the heart in a direct and fun-loving way that is both encouraging and refreshing!

She is author of Lifted: How to Ditch Fear, Obligation, and Guilt—and Live Your Best Life, a recent podcaster, a mother, and successful business leader.

In this episode, we learn how Lindsey released her fear associated with finances and how her faith grew from that step. Her message teaches us that we too can lift ourselves out of the FOG of life and the version of ourselves we were created to be. I am honored to amplify for you, Lindsey Hale’s faith story.

Connect with Lindsey:

Lindsey's Website

Lindsey on Facebook

Lindsey on Instagram

Lifted on Amazon

Lindsey's Podcast- The Lifted Podcast

AWE Inspiring Recommendations

Carrie Wilkerson on Twitter

Fervent by Priscilla Shirer

The Goal Digger Podcast with Jenna Kutcher

For the Love! Podcast with Jen Hatmaker

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Lifted: How to Ditch Fear, Obligation, and Guilt—and Live Your Best Life

Fervent: A Woman's Battle Plan to Serious, Specific and Strategic Prayer

Weekly feature where Sarah shares awe inspiring moments from the week. Check them out here and share yours at #InAWEtoRISE!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Brittany Lagarde is a mother of two children, a loving young wife, and a passionate and successful Associate Market Mentor for Monat Global. Her motherhood story has been characterized by challenge, advocacy, and learning to see each day as a gift in a way that inspires others. As a young mother, she has learned how to experience mothering a child with a terminal illness that currently has no cure as well as what she calls a typical child. She and her husband Sam remain hopeful advocates for a cure and continue to live each day as a gift with their daughter Sawyer who they believe will be instrumental in finding a cure.

Brittany’s story is captivating, heart wrenching, yet inspiring, calming, assured. In this episode, we learn many details about Brittany’s motherhood story as well as ways we might engage with and support the journey she and her husband are on to love Sawyer well and find a cure.

With deep emotion and a firm belief in the mission in Brittany’s message, I tenderly hand you Brittany Lagarde’s motherhood story.

Connect with Brittany:

SawyerStrong Facebook Page

Cure Sanfilippo Site with Lagarde's Story

Brittany's Monat Page for Ordering Awesome Product

Brittany's Facebook Page

Brittany's Blog at Time of Diagnosis

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Jolt episodes are a short dose of inspiration meant to inspire listeners to intentionally notice the beauty and excellence in their world.

Check out Sarah's AWE-Inspiring Moments from the week here!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Maria Alcoke is the host of the Engine Mom Podcast, a CrossFit-L1 trainer, a Certified Pre&Postnatal Coach and runs her own graphic & web design studio, MariaVida Creative. With over 15 years in the creative field in both agency and education settings, she left the corporate world to pursue her own business right before the birth of her first child. Now, a Mom of two, Maria has a thriving design business, and has merged her passion for teaching and fitness through coaching. In September 2017, she launched The Engine Mom Podcast where Moms share their personal stories of how they shift gears from their family, to their work, and the pursuit of their passions and how they make all of that work within the scheme of motherhood. Maria realized the importance of being able to shift gears after the birth of her second child, and we talk more about that today in the show. In today’s episode, Maria shares her experience learning to reinvent herself after layering on the title of mom, how she surrounded herself with a community to grow in her motherhood as well as retain her identity, and how she has learned to step away from one project she loves in order to make room for what she loves most. You are going to love Maria Alcoke and her Motherhood story. Contact Maria: Maria on Instagram Maria on Facebook The Engine Mom Website AWE-Inspiring Recommendation: Engine Mom Podcast Episode with Marina Anglim Generation Mom Podcast

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Jolt episodes are a mini feature of the In AWE Podcast meant to provide a jolt of inspiration and grow community around finding awe in our day to day world. Sarah shares an awe inspiring moment from her week. Check out the rest here and share yours at #InAWEtoRISE. Don't forget to tag Sarah because she loves seeing what others are seeing in their world!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this episode, host of the In AWE Podcast-Sarah Johnson interviews her own mother as a special feature released on Mother’s Day 2019 as part of the Motherhood Series. From raising children throughout four decades (60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s) and maintaining a marriage for over 50 years while working several part time positions before joining the full time workforce, Nancy has led in a range of arenas. After retiring from Northwest Airlines (Delta), Nancy worked for ten years for Sleep Number and was top sales rep for seven of those years. Nancy is the grandmother of 18 souls and shares the joy of being a part of their lives. In this episode, Nancy shares her experience with infant (stillborn) death as well as the loss of her adult son in 2014. Her motherhood story is personal, sacred, and sure to impact. Mentioned in the In AWE Podcast: Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

As a new feature of the In AWE Podcast meant to provide a jolt of inspiration and grow community around finding awe in our day to day world, Sarah shares an awe inspiring moment from her week. check out the rest here and share yours at #InAWEtoRISE. Don't forget to tag Sarah because she loves seeing others' awe!

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Veteran school counselor Barbara Gruener had the pleasure of working with kids from every age and stage, preK - 12th, during her 34 years in public education. Author of the blog The Corner on Character and the book What’s Under Your Cape? SUPERHEROES of the Character Kind, Barbara enjoys positively influencing change through her inspirational keynotes and interactive workshops. When she’s not working, you can bet Barbara is knitting, baking, writing, reading, walking, gardening, napping, or spending time with her husband and their three children.

Wonderfully, AWE is Barbara’s one word for 2019 and through her story, we learn how critical it is to be a model even in our most challenging times, to see where we can be grateful, learn to lean on others to receive their service in our times of struggle, and other incredible wisdom golden nuggets. I am in AWE of Barbara Gruener know you will no doubt be as well. Welcome to Barbara Grueners’ Motherhood story.

Connect with Barbara:

Barbara on Twitter

What's Under Your Cape on Facebook

Barbara's Blog: The Corner on Character

What;'s Under Your Cape by Barbara

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Bethany Hill on Twitter

Unselfie by Michelle Borba

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World

What's Under Your Cape?: SUPERHEROES of the Character Kind

Bethany serves as Lead Learner, Chief Energy Officer, and Chief Storyteller of Central Elementary in Cabot, Arkansas. She has been in education for 18 years in the roles of first, second, and third grade classroom teacher, curriculum coach, assistant principal, and principal. Bethany is the founder of #JoyfulLeaders, a movement on Twitter devoted to trending positivity in the education profession. Follow her Facebook Page, Inspiration for Educators to receive resources and positivty regarding education. Bethany is the one of the originators of #EduAr, a weekly Twitter chat for the state of Arkansas. The chat takes place Thursdays at 8:30 cst. Central Elementary, where Bethany serves as lead learner, became the very first Energy Bus for Schools Leadership Journey model campus. Since the summer of 2016, more than 50 schools have joined Central on the bus!

Bethany’s wisdom and spirit is bolstering to her community, and I am excited for you to join me in learning about how we too can focus on the positive, find the joy in life and leadership, and understand that we all need support to bring that light every where we go. It brings me vibrant joy to amplify to you Bethany Hill’s Community Builders story.

Connect with Bethany:

Bethany on Twitter

Bethany's website

Bethany on Instagram

Bethany on LinkdIn

JoyfulLeaders on Twitter

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Sean Gaillard on Twitter

Essential Truth for Teachers

Essential Truths for Principals

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Melinda Miller is the elementary principal in Springfield Missouri and has been rocking that role for 15 years, unable to imagine doing anything else. She loves connecting with other principals and collaborating online. Teacher's work really inspires her and she strives to help her teachers grow. Technology integration is my strength as a leader. She has been Principal of the Year, a podcaster, she is a Google Certified Teacher/Administrator, she has been a district president for Southwest Missouri Association for Elementary Principals and has planned Edcamps. She is co author of a book about to be released this year that will no doubt impact school cultures across the country with it focus on appreciation and motivation for educators.

In this episode, we learn about several communities that Melinda has both led and enriched. She shares the benefits of being a connected professional, and we learn more about the impact of showing appreciation for staff. Through her story, we learn how we too can grow communities by building them, taking risks, and learning about ourselves through the process. This interview was so fun as any experience ever is with Melinda, and I know you will love her Community Builders story.

Connect with Melinda:

Melinda on Twitter

Melinda on Instagram

The Principal Blog

Principals Staff Appreciation and Motivation Group on Facebook

Mentioned in the Podcast:

Jessica Johnson

Dr. Alec Couros on Twitter

Scott Ellias

Dr. Tony Sinanis on Twitter

Theresa Stager

Dean Shareski on Twitter

Spike Cook on Twitter

Appreciation at Work Melinda Mentions

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Amber Teamann

Joe Sanfelippo

Kelley Begley-McCall

Kristen Kuhlmann

Jay Posick

Mark French

Dave Burgess Consulting Books

The Four Disciplines of Execution

Atomic Habits

High Performance Habits

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

This episode features Andrea Gribble, CEO of #SocialSchools4EDU. Andrea is passionate about helping your school broadcast your story to the world. After working with her daughter’s school district, she learned that many schools lack the time and expertise to feel comfortable with social media. #SocialSchool4EDU was born in 2014 from Andrea’s desire to help other schools do the same. Andrea and her team manage social media for more than 70 school districts across the country and has trained more than 1,000 schools. #SocialSchool4EDU offers full social media management, coaching, and an online membership community to support schools. Andrea holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and is a frequent speaker at educational conferences on the topic of social media.

In this episode, we learn how fear nearly paralyzed Andrea from building her community after some personal and professional setbacks, how she has answered the call in life to build community both for schools and for a community of strong women with whom she partners to carry out the vision of her business. From her story, we learn the power of community, generosity, and believing in our worth to build something incredible for others. I am honored to amplify for you Andrea Gribble’s community builders story.

Connect with Andrea:

Andrea on Twitter

Andrea on LinkedIn

SocialSchools4EDU.com

SocialSchools4EDU on Facebook

SocialSchools4EDU on Instagram

Join The Crew with a $100 Discount- Simply mention the In AWE Podcast when you submit the form! Thank you Andrea.

The Von Awesome Family in a Digital Daze: Andrea’s Book!

Mentioned in the Podcast:

Joe Sanfelippo on Twitter

Michael Perry on Twitter

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Fear is a Liar by Zach Williams

How I Built This with Guy Raz (NPR) Podcast

Brene Brown

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Von Awesome Family In A Digital Daze

Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois, creator of the Teach Further Model, and the Director of Training and Development for the Teach Better Team. She is co-host of the Teacher Better Talk Podcast with Jeff Gargas, which is part of the Teach Better Team. In 2017, Rae was honored with the Illinois State University Outstanding Young Alumni Award – inducting her into the University Hall of Fame.

In this episode we learn how Rae builds community in her classroom and extends that to the broader community impact learning as well as how she is passionate about building a community of educators with a desire to refine their craft through the Teach Better Team. Through her story, we learn how we too can take some our most challenging struggles and transform them into triumph and how we truly are better when we work together. Get ready to meet Rae Hughart and her Community Building story.

Connect with Rae:

Rae on Twitter

Teach Better Website

Teach Better Conference – Teachers coming together to Teach Better.

Mentioned in this Episode:

Thomas C. Murray

Neil Gupta

Dave Burgess

Jeff Gargas

Tiffany Ott

Chad Ostrowski

LaVerne Lehman--Rae’s Influence

Teach Better Talk Podcast

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Adam Welcome

Educated by Design: Designing the Space to Experiment, Explore, and Extract Your Creative Potential by Michael Cohen

Rise Podcast with Rachel Hollis

Rise Together Podcast with Rachel and Dave Hollis

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Jennifer Hogan has always had a passion for helping others. She has over 20 years experience as an educator, and she is currently an Assistant Principal at Hoover High School in Alabama. She has experience at the high school level as a science teacher, coach, assistant principal and principal. In her various professional roles, she has stressed the importance of creating an engaging learning environment through relationships and respect, high expectations, and student voice.

Jennifer was named the 2018 Alabama Secondary Assistant Principal of the Year and was selected as one of three finalists for NASSP 2018 National Assistant Principal of the Year. Jennifer is a valuable resource for educators across the globe as a presenter, mentor, and via her professional blog, http://thecompellededucator.com. As a digital and connected leader, she is the co-founder of Alabama Education Chat (#ALedchat) and the quarterly United States Education Chat (#USedchat) on Twitter, she leads a voxer group for Women in Educational Leadership, and she is a co-creator of the Compelled Tribe, a blogging community for educators.

In this episode, we hear about Jennifer’s path into becoming a community builder and her focus on mentoring others. From her story, we learn how we too can find ourselves in the place we are meant to be, learn best from one another, and reach out to others to rise to our best version.

Connect with Jennifer

Jennifer on Twitter

http://thecompellededucator.com

Handbook for Courageous Leadership

The Compelled Educator - Home | Facebook

Awe Inspiring Recommendations

Lolly Daskal on Twitter

Lolly Daskal | Leadership Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker | Lolly …

The Leadership Gap: What Gets Between You and Your Greatness

The Slight Edge by Jeff Olsen

Rising Tide Radio with Jennifer Hogan and Allyson Apsey on iTunes

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Leadership Gap: What Gets Between You and Your Greatness

The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines into Massive Success and Happiness

Handbook for Courageous Leadership

This episode features Dr. Rosa Isiah, Director of Elementary and Instructional Supports in California. Her experiences include 25 years in education as Teacher, Bilingual Specialist, Language Arts Specialist, Assistant Principal, Coordinator of Federal and State Programs, and Principal. As principal, Dr. Isiah focused on supporting the development of a healthy school culture, professional learning communities, and meeting the needs of the whole child. Dr. Isiah is passionate about equity in education and closing opportunity gaps for historically underserved students. She believes in the power of relationships and leading with purpose and passion.

Dr. Rosa advocates for social justice and equity in education in her district role, through #WeLeadED Twitter chat, WeLeadED Bamradio show, and her work with Solution Tree Associates.

In this episode, we learn the impact of Dr. Rosa’s teachers on her early life, how she found her voice against challenging odds, and how we too can speak our minds even if our voices shake.

Contact Dr. Rosa Isiah:

Rosaisiah.blogspot.com

Dr. Rosa on Twitter

WeLeadED Podcast

FULLYCHARGED: 140 Battery Charging Maslow & Bloom Strategies for Students, Parents, and Staff

Education Write Now, Volume II: Top Strategies for Improving Relationships and Culture

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Transforming School Culture by Anthony Muhammad

Dare to Lead by Brene Brown

@WomenED on Twitter

@UCLACenterX

Steven Weber on Twitter

Shane Safir on Twitter

Val Brown on Twitter

Shana White on Twitter

Phil Echols on Twitter

Ken WIlliams on Twitter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

#FULLYCHARGED: 140 Battery Charging Maslow & Bloom Strategies for Students, Parents, and Staff

Education Write Now, Volume II: Top Strategies for Improving Relationships and Culture

Transforming School Culture: How to Overcome Staff Division (Leadership Strategies to Build a Professional Learning Community)

In this episode, we are featuring the Co-Founders of WomenED US, a grassroots movement to support and advocate for women in education in the US. Mary Bridget Burns and Anisha Ismail Patel share the mission of the movement, how they came to be part of the global Women ED movement, and their work in launching WomenED US. Join these awe inspiring women to learn more about their story in this advocacy series episode.

Connect with Mary Bridget Burns:

Mary on LinkedIN

Mary on Twitter

Connect with Anisha Ismail Patel:

www.InnovusED.com | @GlobalAnisha | LinkedIN

Connect with WomenED US:

WomenED US on Twitter

Women ED US Membership Form

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

The Children in Room E4

Girls On the Edge

Empatico

10%Braver--Book by WomenED

Mothers of Invention podcast

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Children in Room E4: American Education On Trial

Girls on the Edge: The Four Factors Driving the New Crisis for Girls--Sexual Identity, the Cyberbubble, Obsessions, Environmental Toxins

Mandy’ Froehlich's personal story and struggle with mental health challenges fuels her passion to advocate for mental health awareness. In this episode, we learn about what it is like for her to live with suicidal thoughts, and her suggestions about how to assist others to overcome their own challenges. The episode focuses on depression and suicidal thoughts, though Mandy is specifically an advocate for educators around all mental health challenges. Though some of the content may be challenging to hear, I encourage you to step forward with her in this message. I am honored to amplify Mandy’s advocacy story.

Mandy Froehlich is the Director of Innovation and Technology for the Ripon Area School District in Ripon, Wisconsin where she supports and encourages educators to create innovative change in their classrooms. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession, as well as what is needed to support teachers in their pursuit of innovative and divergent thinking. She consults with school districts and post-secondary institutions around the country in the effective use of technology to support great teaching, conducts workshops, and presents and keynotes nationally. Her first book, The Fire Within: Lessons from defeat that have ignited a passion for learning, discusses mental health awareness for teachers. Her book, Divergent EDU, is based on an organizational structure she developed to support teachers in innovative and divergent thinking.

Mandy’s Website

Mandy on Twitter

Mandy on IG

The Fire Within on Amazon

Divergent EDU: Challenging assumptions and limitations to create a culture of innovation

AWE Inspiring Recommendations:

Anxiety Canada

Jack.org

My53s

The Body Keeps Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

Teacher’s Aide with Mandy Froehlich and Jon Harper

My Bad with Jon Harper

Mentioned by Sarah

QPR-Question-Predict-Refer Training

Youth Mental Health First Aid

More Resources

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Crisis Line Resource

National Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

The Fire Within: Lessons from defeat that have inspired a passion for learning

Divergent EDU: Challenging assumptions and limitations to create a culture of innovation

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

To launch this series, we welcome Lynmara Colón. She is the Director of English Learners Programs and Services in Prince William County, VA where she heads the office that provides comprehensive registration services to English Learners and immigrant children, and translation and interpretation services. Of the more than 90,000 students enrolled in PWCS, 26 percent receive services as English learners. These students represent 124 countries and 149 languages. Lynn is an advocate for students who speak another language. She is passionate about transforming education through digital learning and providing access to technology to all students. She also believes that every school should be run like Disney, providing students with magical experiences every day. She serves on the Scholastic Principal Advisory Board, Board of Directors of VSTE (Virginia Society for Technology in Education) , and is a WELV (Women Educational Leaders in Virginia) ambassador for her region. She was also recognized as a National School Board Association's "20 to Watch."

Read about Lynmara:

https://www.pwcs.edu/news/2018-2019_n_e_w_s/director_of_english_learner_programs

Connect with Lynmara:

Lynmara on Twitter

Awe Inspiring Recommendation:

Dare to Lead by Brene Brown

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Kara Knollmeyer is author of Unleash Talent: Bringing Out the Best in Yourself and the Learners You Serve. She serves as an assistant principal in St. Louis, Missouri and is an award winning educator.

In this episode, Kara shares about her passion to assist others to discover their passions, strengths, and talents. She also shares her own journey with reclaiming her life through a focus on selfcare, and we learn more about Kara’s journey into finding her own passion. Through her story, we learn how we too can live a life in a way that leads us to not only our own best versions but to seek to assist others to discover theirs. I am happy to bring to you, Kara Knollmeyer’s Passions story.

Connect with Kara:

Twitter: @karaknollmeyer

Website: https://www.karaknollmeyer.com

UnleashTalent

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Follow: Dwight Carter-@Dwight_Carter

Rising Strong as a Spiritual Practice by Brene Brown

Mentioned:

Dan Tricarico--The Zen Teacher/Sanctuaries

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Rising Strong as a Spiritual Practice

Allyson Apsey is the principal at Quincy Elementary in Zeeland, Michigan, where she leads her learning community with a serendipitous lens. As the author of three books geared toward living your best life, Allyson has a lot to share about intentional gratitude choosing joy as well as squeezing the lesson out of the tough spaces in life. She also shows us how we can do hard and important work AND have fun as well as bring joy while doing it!

Connect with Allyson!

Allyson's Website-Includes links to books, Princpal's Playhouse, and blog.

Allyson in Twitter

Rising Tide Radio on iTunes

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Beautiful You By Profile Salon

Karen Festa on Twitter

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this episode, LaVonna Roth shares her passion for helping others identify their individual S.H.I.N.E.s to make the most of this one life we are all given. LaVonna also shares what fuels her own passion to continue the work she does through the Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E.® framework. You will love this conversation with the very genuine, passionate, and real LaVonna Roth.

Connect with LaVonna:

LaVonna on Twitter

https://www.igniteyourshine.com/

LaVonna's Website

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Brene Brown

Becoming by Michelle Obama

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Becoming: Mi historia (Spanish Edition)

Dr. Julie Hasson kicks off the series on Passions with an inspiring interview detailing her passion to amplify stories about lasting teacher impact through her research. Julie shares an incredible story about a special educator in her own life who aided her in childhood and adulthood, creating an incredible authenticity to her message. She speaks of how she overcame her own limiting beliefs to answer the calling to do this work in what she calls a divine assignment.

Connect with Julie:

Twitter

Chalk and Chances

Unmapped Potential: An Educator's Guide to Lasting Change

Julie's Awe-Inspiring Recommendations:

In the Company of Women by Grace Bonney

Lavonna Roth

Sean Gaillard's The Principal Liner Notes Podcast on iTunes

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In the Company of Women: Inspiration and Advice from over 100 Makers, Artists, and Entrepreneurs

In this final episode of the New Beginnings Series, Kelley Begley-McCall shares her experiences choosing to enter into education as a second career though it had been a primary life passion. After starting in the legal field and beginning a family, Kelley went back to school to become a teacher and then again an administrator. Kelley's insights into following your passions while juggling the titles of wife, mom, and educator is inspiring and motivating.

Connect with Kelley at:

@mccall_kelley on Twitter

an_inspired_principal on Instagram

Kelley's Blogs:

http://aninspiredprincipal.blogspot.com/ https://momsasprincipals.wordpress.com/

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this episode, Theresa Stager shares her experiences associated with transition in personal and professional roles. She recounts her experiences shifting from being a teacher into the business world and finding her way back into schools again. Theresa also shares how the end of her role as a military wife forged a new beginning for her personally. Theresa's story teaches us to embrace the new beginnings as a space of learning, knowing all the lessons will be used in another chapter.

Connect with Theresa at http://www.principalstager.com/ or on Twitter at @PrincipalStager.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this episode, Liz Garden-elementary principal in MA and co-founder of #MomsAsPrincipals shares her experiences with several new beginnings. Listeners will be inspired by her story that relates new beginnings as a foster mom, how she builds trust as a new leader in a building, and the incredible story she shares about how an ending of a marriage paved way for new beginnings in her personal and professional life.

Engage with Liz at @PrincipalGarden on Twitter or check out her blogs:

www.musingstomotivate@blogspot.com www.momsasprincipals.wordpress.com www.growingwithprincipalgarden.wordpress.com

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In our first episode on the New Beginning series, Dr. Kristen Kuhlmann shares her experience with divorce, new positions, and the importance she places on being a positive role model in leadership. Kristen's story teaches us how we too can take something that ends and make a positive new beginning.

Contact Kristen: https://twitter.com/ahsprincipal385?lang=en

Instagram: AHSPrincipal385 and Facebook: Dr. Kristen Kuhlmann

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Resource for LGBTQ: https://www.glsen.org/

Kansas Commissioner Randy Watson: https://twitter.com/kscommissioner?lang=en

Dyane Smokorowski

https://twitter.com/mrs_smoke

Jon Gordon: https://twitter.com/JonGordon11

Phit-n-Phat Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/losing-100-pounds-phit-n-phat-real-diet-talk-from-someone/id1233384453?mt=2

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this episode featuring high school counselor, Dawn Meyers, we learn about how a strong woman uses her experiences from a childhood containing high levels of adverse childhood experiences (ACES) to assist students in building their own toolboxes. Listeners will be inspired by Dawn's ability to overcome significant life traumas and to see how she is called to use them. You will not want to miss this inspiring episode on resilience.

References for more information on ACES, Protective Factors, and Families Anonymous:

CDC on ACES and Resources

Article through National Institute of Health

Families Anonymous

Connect with Dawn @DeeMeyers33

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this episode, Kaye Henrickson shares her story of rising through a Stage III breast cancer diagnosis. She bravely shares her experience with depression and how she battled back to not only beat the cancer but to author her experiences in Battle Courage. We are proud to amplify Kaye's story of resilience for the In AWE Community!

Engage with Kaye:

www.kayehenrickson.com

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Battle-Courage-Channeling-Warrior-Princess/dp/1948365863

Orange Hat Publishing: https://www.orangehatpublishing.com/

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

AnaOno Intimates: https://twitter.com/AnaOnoIntimates

She Did It Her Way Podcast with Amanda Boleyn : https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-she-did-it-her-way/id955023256?mt=2

The Tim Ferriss Show: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tim-ferriss-show/id863897795?mt=2

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Battle Courage: Channeling That Inner Warrior to Defeat Adversity

This bonus episode is dedicated in celebration of the anniversary when Jessica Cabeen and her family welcomed their son Isiah home from Ethiopia on December 23rd. In this amplified story, you will hear how Jessica experienced depression when the process for adoption had stalled out, but how she also rose out of it and into the calling of being an adoptive parent. She shares the reality of what she calls "after the airport" in parenting an adopted child, and she inspires us with the grace and perseverance she and her husband show in raising their boys. You will not want to miss Jessica's awe inspiring interview.

Find Jessica on Twitter @JessicaCabeen or her website https://jessicacabeen.com/.

Awe Inspiring Recommendations:

Brene Brown and Dare to Lead: https://brenebrown.com/

Rachel Hollis: https://thechicsite.com/

Jen Hatmaker: http://jenhatmaker.com/

Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in an All-About-Me World:

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=michelle+borba

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In our first episode, we hear about how Jessica Johnson, leader in the field of education, uses her challenging childhood story to serve the students in her community and lives a life that demonstrates how we can rise through all conditions.

In this episode, Jessica references several resources that have educated, inspired, and empowered her to share her story.

Lead Like a Pirate (Beth Houf): https://leadlikeapirate.net/ Brene Brown: https://brenebrown.com/ Dare to Lead Ruby Payne's Work on Poverty: http://www.lecturemgt.com/ruby-payne Fostering Resilient Learners (Note author is Kristin Sours with Pete Hall) https://www.fosteringresilientlearners.org/ Mandy Froehlich: https://mandyfroehlich.com/ and on Twitter @froehlichm Kaye Henrickson: https://www.kayehenrickson.com/ on Twitter @KayeHenrickson

Find Jessica at principalj.net and on Twitter @principalj.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

In this origin episode, Sarah Johnson shares what led her to create the In AWE Podcast as well as the purpose of the podcast. Thank you for joining the #InAWEtoRISE community by listening to and sharing this first episode.

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message