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An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast

Peter Stiepleman
Education
Leadership
Community Engagement
Educational Leadership
Equity In Education
School Leadership
School Culture
Public Education
Empathy
Education Reform
Covid-19
Inclusive Education
Superintendents
Student Agency
Trust
Artificial Intelligence
Education Policy
Empat Speech
AI In Education
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Welcome to An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, a series of conversations with leaders who look back at decisions they made and consider: * What happened? * What got overlooked? * What did they learn about relationships or what new relationships were formed? * What frustrated them? * What could they have done differently? * And in the end, what was something good that c... more

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What an incredible, deep-dive conversation on the An Imperfect Leader podcast! This week, I turned over the mic to Jamie Almanzan who sat down with his long-time mentor and coaching pioneer, Jim Knight, to talk about what it truly takes to lead and s... more

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What an incredible, deep-dive conversation on the An Imperfect Leader podcast! This week, I turned over the mic to Jamie Almanzan who sat down with his long-time mentor and coaching pioneer, Jim Knight, to talk about what it truly takes to lead and s... more

What does it truly take to lead an educational community through complex transitions without falling into the trap of linear quick fixes? 🏫✨

In the latest episode of An Imperfect Leader, Emily Sargent-Beasley (President of the American College of ... more

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What does it truly take to lead an educational community through complex transitions without falling into the trap of linear quick fixes? 🏫✨

In the latest episode of An Imperfect Leader, Emily Sargent-Beasley (President of the American College of ... more

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Recent Guests

Emily Sargent-Beasley
President of the American College of Sofia and doctoral candidate in international educational leadership
American College of Sofia
Episode: (VIDEO) Emily Sargent-Beasley on Navigating Transition & Complexity: How Effective Leaders Get Out of the Way
Shelley Berman
Veteran superintendent; interim CEO of Casel; co-author of The Call to Courage
Casel; Oregon education initiatives
Episode: (VIDEO) "You Are the Strategy": Transforming Chronic Absenteeism Through Relational Invitation with Shelley Berman
Chris Lynn
Head of school at the International School of Havana
International School of Havana
Episode: (VIDEO) From Blackouts to Belonging: Chris Lynn and Leading the International School of Havana
Michael Hayden
Superintendent of the Clyde-Savannah Central School District
Clyde-Savannah Central School District
Episode: (AUDIO) Courage, Systems, and Conviction: A Lesson in Vulnerability with Supt. Michael Hayden with Supt. Michael Hayden
Gustavo Balderas
Superintendent of the Puget Sound Educational Service District
Puget Sound Educational Service District
Episode: (VIDEO) Process over Product: How Courageous Leaders Build Community Trust with Dr. Gustavo Balderas
Chip Kimball
Educational leader, systems thinker; former superintendent of Lake Washington School District, head of school at the Singapore American School and the International School of Prague
International School of Prague
Episode: (VIDEO) Chip Kimball and Three Leadership Lessons on Culture, Deep Thinking, and Knowing When to Hit Reset
Jennifer Tickle
Head of School at International School of Siena, Italy
International School of Siena
Episode: (AUDIO) Jennifer Tickle Talks Values, Visas, and Ethical AI in Siena, Italy
Vikas Pota
Founder of T4 Education; leads the World's Best School Prize
T4 Education
Episode: (VIDEO) Beyond the Report Card: Reclaiming School Greatness with Vikas Pota
Christina Kishimoto
Founder and CEO of Voice 4Equity; former superintendent in Hartford, Gilbert, and Hawaii
Voice 4Equity
Episode: Dr. Christina Kishimoto and the Radical Power of Relationship Capital

Hosts

Peter Stiepleman
Host with a background in leading large districts and a focus on imperfect leadership as a strength.
Jamie Almanzán
Co-host bringing leadership and school governance perspectives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • New Supt

    I am in my first month as a superintendent. Your podcast has really helped me transition, giving me great insights and ideas

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lahinda
    United States3 months ago
  • Podcast Famous!

    It was great to meet you in KC and thank you for the mention! Khris from GB

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Khris T.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good listen for educators

    Easy fun listen. Great guests and discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Muad'Dib-joker
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thoughtful, engaging, tactical

    Peter has access to inspiring guests, and presents the perfect mix of personal and professional in his storytelling and moderating that allows us to connect with him, and with his guests. Really enjoyed the episode with Cape Girardo — thought leaders and pioneers of radical changes we desperately need to support not just students, but educators in the classroom by going phone free.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    killgirl-c
    United States2 years ago
  • Incentive to be better every day!

    Peter and his podcast are an embodiment of true education and what it means to be a lifelong learner. Recognizing that we’re all imperfect, even many of our role models, serves as a great reminder of why it’s unnecessary to dwell on our mistakes or let them hold us back. Instead, Peter and his guests encourage you to embrace those lessons and use them as incentive to be just a little bit better every day. As a former teacher myself, I only wish I had found this show sooner!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michele510
    United States2 years ago

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(AUDIO) From Blackouts to Belonging: Chris Lynn and Leading the International School of Havana
Q: Would you tell us a little bit about that, the core pillars, how do you envision it, shaping the daily experiences of kids and things like that?
Lynn describes a community-created Belonging Manifesto built around four pillars: the school's diversity, the choice to make belonging intentional, the daily work of good community, and the goal of everyone feeling accepted and able to be themselves.
(AUDIO) From Blackouts to Belonging: Chris Lynn and Leading the International School of Havana
Q: Would you tell us about that?
Asked about the international community's support during exam disruptions, Lynn explains that fuel shortages threatened the school's ability to keep generators running for international exams. Families faced uncertainty, and the school responded by providing essential community services.
(VIDEO) Emily Sargent-Beasley on Navigating Transition & Complexity: How Effective Leaders Get Out of the Way
Q: What might be some strategies that you think that we could use to navigate this complexity of moving experiencing these transitions? What are some sort of lessons learned that maybe schools could think about?
She recommends examining a school's inherited conditions, the leadership capacities of both the leader and the system, and structural dynamics such as communication networks that may help move change forward.
(VIDEO) Emily Sargent-Beasley on Navigating Transition & Complexity: How Effective Leaders Get Out of the Way
Q: What are some ways that you've prepared yourself? What do you read? What do you think about? How do you do that?
She says she tries to be aware of being a guest in each place, remain curious about what the community presents, and find ways to serve it while staying close to the work.
(AUDIO) Emily Sargent-Beasley on Navigating Transition & Complexity: How Effective Leaders Get Out of the Way
Q: What might be some strategies that you think we could use to navigate this complexity of experiencing these transitions?
She describes three dimensions to consider: the conditions a leader inherits, the leadership capacity of both the leader and the school, and structural dynamics that can be leveraged, including communication networks and opportunities to connect groups.

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This show centers on honest, experience-rich conversations with education leaders who reflect on decisions, share what they learned, and highlight the value of imperfection in leadership. Episodes frequently explore topics like governance, equity, relationship-building, and practical strategies for school improvement, often through the lens of superintendencies, international schooling, and leadership development. A distinctive angle is the emphasis on vulnerability, learning from missteps, and turning challenges into tangible improvements for students and educators. Listeners can expect tactical insights, real-world case studies, and thoughtful frameworks for leading with humanity in complex systems, making it a strong fit for current and ... more

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5. Gustavo Balderas
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