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Accelerate Your Performance

Studer Education
Education
Continuous Improvement
Leadership
Educational Leadership
Gratitude
Leadership Development
Studer Education
Rounding
Employee Engagement
Organizational Excellence
Student Outcomes
Service Excellence
Organizational Culture
9 Pillars Of Leadership Excellence
Recognition
Feedback Loop
Leadership Excellence
School Culture
Teaching
K-12 Education

Accelerate Your Performance is a weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Janet Pilcher, Managing Director of Studer Education and author of Hardwiring Excellence in Education. Every week, Janet highlights tactical and actionable strategies that leaders in educational organizations can hardwire to meet successful student, service, and people outcomes. Listen now, and you’ll see why it’s ranked by ListenNotes ... more

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Even the best leaders know that they can continue to learn. That mindset is partially what makes them good leaders; they continue to seek ways to improve. In this episode, Dr. Janet Pilcher talks with Dr. Vincent June, one of those great leaders who ... more

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Change is everyday business for leaders, and employees rely on leaders to guide them through change by effectively managing and leading change efforts. 

Listen as Dr. Janet Pilcher reflects on the idea that change is everyday business and shares thr... more

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People want to do good work, and they want to work in an organization that has a positive work environment. According to Kelly Krostag, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resource Services for Escambia County Public Schools in Florida, a positive work... more

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On the heals of Studer Education's 2026 Destination High Performance Higher Education Conference, Dr. Janet Pilcher reflects on the event and her takeaways. She calls out an idea shared by Dr. Brendan Kelly, President of Eastern Michigan University: ... more

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Recent Guests

Kelly Krostag
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Escambia County Public Schools
Escambia County Public Schools
Episode: Change Organizational Culture With Standards of Excellence
Kristine Strickland
Chancellor of Fletcher Technical Community College
Fletcher Technical Community College
Episode: Using Scorecards to Keep the Strategic Plan “Alive”
Bill Adams
Studer Education Leader Coach with 34 years in public education
Studer Education
Episode: Add Voice and Value with Rounding and Recognition
Kathy Myles
Leader coach at Studer Education
Studer Education
Episode: Listen, Learn, Improve: The Gift of Feedback
Jennifer Kubista
Superintendent, Central School District 13J (Independence, Oregon)
District leadership
Episode: From Survey Results to Real Growth
Dr. KK Owen
Leader coach at Studer Education
Studer Education
Episode: Lead With a People-First Mindset
Dr. Reggie Todd
Leader Coach at Studer Education, with experience across K12 and higher education
Studer Education
Episode: Service Matters: Lead With Excellence
Dr. Casey Blochowiak
Vice president of coaching at Studer Education
Studer Education
Episode: Power of the Pause: Reflecting on How to Improve Processes
Marni Herrington
Deputy Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer for the Oxford School District
Oxford School District
Episode: Change Your Organization’s Culture One Conversation at a Time

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Dr. Janet Pilcher
Host and founder/president of Studer Education; Managing Director at Studer Education; longtime leader in education improvement coaching.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Inspiring and Practical for Education Leaders!

    Studer Education’s podcast is a must-listen for anyone passionate about improving education. Each episode is filled with actionable insights, real-world examples, and inspiring stories from K12 and Higher Education leaders who are making a difference in their organizations. Dr. Janet Pilcher and her guests provide a perfect blend of research-based strategies and practical advice, making complex leadership topics approachable and relevant.

    I really appreciate the focus on aligning values with ac... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CharleighO
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must listen for anyone attempting organizational transformation

    I love the format of the latest episodes! I like how there is a deep dive into the strategic actions or tactics leaders can take to achieve all of the different types of outcomes—people, students, service, safety. I really think this podcast is a must listen for leaders in any industry, but especially for those in education! If you’re a superintendent, principal, or a board member, and you haven’t tuned in, you’re missing out. Janet will teach you how to transform your organization from the insi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlabamaStandstill
    United States2 years ago
  • Great for leaders and those that want to become leaders

    This podcast gives excellent and actionable advice to leaders who want to make sure they create a positive culture for the employees and the people they serve. The new format including the role plays is very engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    toxicmasculinity
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Engaging format with practical coaching tactics and guest experiences.
Clear, actionable leadership guidance with real-world district impact.
Strong focus on data-driven improvement and culture.

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Add Voice and Value with Rounding and Recognition
Q: What have you seen to be the greatest benefits when people are using the rounding tactic, especially with the recognition component?
The greatest benefits include gathering honest feedback that informs action, and using that information to recognize colleagues who contribute positively, which reinforces desired behaviors and strengthens morale and culture.
Add Voice and Value with Rounding and Recognition
Q: Why is rounding important and why would an organization want to participate in rounding?
Bill explains that rounding provides two core benefits: it creates voice and value by ensuring employees feel heard and valued, and it increases leader awareness by uncovering insights beneath the surface, allowing leaders to understand and address organizational reality.
Listen, Learn, Improve: The Gift of Feedback
Q: Why is feedback a gift and how can leaders leverage it effectively?
Feedback is a gift when leaders pay careful attention to what is being said, uncover underlying issues, identify bright spots, and embed feedback into routines so teams can continuously improve, rather than reacting to problems.
Listen, Learn, Improve: The Gift of Feedback
Q: What does it mean to listen to learn and how do we do that?
Kathy explains that listening to learn is about understanding the other person's perspective, not preparing a response or fixing the issue, and it requires intention, patience, and creating a safe space for dialogue.
Get Aligned: Strategic Plans, Scorecards, and Measures that Matter
Q: What advice would you give others about implementing this work?
Achieve complete buy-in from the superintendent and executive team, then cascade the discipline and alignment down to directors and coordinators, creating a transparent, outcome-focused culture that detects drift early.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Accelerate Your Performance

What is Accelerate Your Performance about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical leadership-focused show catering to education administrators and district leaders, offering tactical strategies to improve student outcomes, service, and staff culture. Episodes center on evidence-based leadership practices, with recurring deep-dives into the 9 Pillars of Leadership Excellence, such as aligning strategy with data, building feedback cultures, and communicating for alignment. Guests are typically senior district leaders or Studer Education coaching experts who share real-world implementation journeys, challenges, and measurable wins. A notable strength is the actionable framework-driven format, including structured conversations, role plays, and repeatable tactics leaders can reuse in their own organizations. The ... more

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