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An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast

Peter Stiepleman
Educational Leadership
Leadership
Equity In Education
Trust
The Marshall Memo
Psychological Safety
Esusu
Public Education
Fort Washakie Schools
Wind River Reservation
Science Of Reading
Educational Reform
Collaboration
Superintendent
School Boards
Strategic Planning
Inclusive Education
Tony Aylsworth
Community Engagement
Leadership In Education

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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I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Dr. Deborah Wortham, nationally recognized educator, author of the bestseller Setting the Atmosphere, and CEO of Wortham Educational Enterprises.

Dr. Wortham shared powerful insights on how leaders move ... more

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We recently had a powerful conversation with David K. Richards, nationally recognized education leader, innovator, CEO of Changemaker MicroSchools, and host of the Changemaker EDU podcast. The episode delves into an innovative model for educational l... more

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What If AI Were Your Business Partner? How can school leaders use AI as a thought partner and collaborator?

The conversation around AI isn’t about the future anymore, it’s about now. This week’s episode is a thought-provoking one. I sit down with M... more

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What does it really mean to lead for democracy in our schools today?

This week on An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Dr. John Rogers of UCLA’s School of Education and Information Studies for a powerful ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Deborah Wortham
Nationally recognized educator and former superintendent, author of "Setting the Atmosphere"
Wortham Educational Enterprises
Episode: Dr. Deborah Wortham: How Leaders Set the Atmosphere for Success
David K. Richards
Nationally recognized education leader, innovator, founder and CEO of Changemaker MicroSchools.
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Episode: Seeing the Unseen Child: David K. Richards and the Vision for Micro Schools
Matt Leta
Founder and CEO of FutureWorks, AI expert, serial entrepreneur, and best-selling author.
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Episode: What If AI Were Your Business Partner? A Conversation with Matt Leta
Dr. John Rogers
Professor at UCLA School of Education and Information Studies, Associate Dean for Research and Public Scholarship.
Episode: John Rogers: The Future of Education Depends on Democracy
Dr. Jason Radford
Superintendent of Oldham County Schools in Crestwood, Kentucky
Oldham County Schools
Episode: From Skepticism to Trust: Dr. Jason Radford’s Journey
Dr. Carl Cohn
Former superintendent of San Diego and Long Beach School Systems, and a member of the State Board of Education.
Professor Emeritus and Senior Research Fellow at Claremont Graduate University
Episode: Dr. Carl Cohn and Navigating the New Reality of Public School Leadership
Lars Clemensen
Superintendent of Hampton Bays Union Free School District, President of Nyscoss
Hampton Bays Union Free School District
Episode: In the Future Business: Leadership Lessons with Lars Clemensen
Daniel Sobel
Founder and chair of the International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
Episode: Daniel Sobel: Elevating Inclusive Education with the Rise of the Practitioner
Dr. Jennifer Lowery
Superintendent of the Tea Area School District in South Dakota
Tea Area School District
Episode: Dr. Jenn Lowery: Progress Over Perfection

Host

Peter Stiepleman
Host of the series and an experienced leader with over 20 years in education, including roles as a teacher, principal, and superintendent. Focuses on learning from imperfection in leadership and fostering community engagement through genuine relationships.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • 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 States4 days ago
  • Good listen for educators

    Easy fun listen. Great guests and discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Muad'Dib-joker
    United States5 months 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago
  • The HBR Leadership Podcast for Educational Leaders

    Dr. Stiepleman’s expertise and humanity come through in his interview style. He puts guests at ease and bonds with them to provide excellent practical advice for educational and systems-oriented leaders, and those aspiring to be.

    He guides his guests to embrace imperfect leadership and the decisions that come out of it. With vulnerability as the basis, this podcast is kind of a coaching conversation, where the listeners get to eavesdrop for free.

    I can say I have adopted ideas shared by his a... more

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    5
    Jc Nnz
    United States2 years ago

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The emphasis on vulnerability and authenticity in leadership resonates well with listeners, making it a refreshing take on educational discussions.
The show is praised for its insightful discussions on educational leadership, with many highlighting the practical advice offered by guests.
Listeners appreciate the candidness and relatable stories shared by leaders, valuing the emphasis on learning from mistakes as a way to grow.

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Seeing the Unseen Child: David K. Richards and the Vision for Micro Schools
Q: What advice do you have for leaders who really are trying to introduce bold ideas, or transforming those deeply ingrained cultures, and then they're navigating resistance?
Disrupt with love, understand the root of pushback, and bring people together to collaborate.
Dr. Deborah Wortham: How Leaders Set the Atmosphere for Success
Q: How does the term An Imperfect Leader resonate with you?
Being an imperfect leader means acknowledging flaws and embracing the opportunity to learn and grow from them. It's about having a learning goal orientation rather than a performance goal orientation.
What If AI Were Your Business Partner? A Conversation with Matt Leta
Q: How does the term An Imperfect Leader resonate with you?
I think to be a good leader you need to be a steward in a way. In fact, I think good leadership comes out from the realization that you're imperfect.
John Rogers: The Future of Education Depends on Democracy
Q: What key policy levers could help mitigate these conflicts?
Educators should reclaim the core purpose of public education in American democracy, fostering a diverse, multiracial democracy.
John Rogers: The Future of Education Depends on Democracy
Q: What is the difference between political difference and cultural divisiveness?
Culturally divisive conflict is fundamentally anti-democratic, violating principles of respectful dialogue and evidence-based decision making.

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The series features in-depth conversations with educational leaders, focusing on their personal experiences and the lessons learned from their leadership journeys. It emphasizes the importance of reflecting on past decisions, acknowledging mistakes, and the value of relationships in fostering effective leadership. Throughout its episodes, themes such as vulnerability, community engagement, educational equity, and the impact of political and social issues on education emerge as recurrent motifs. Unique to this series is its candid exploration of leadership imperfections, with guests sharing their struggles and the transformative moments that have shaped their professional paths, making it a rich resource for aspiring and current leaders in t... more

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