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Aspire to Lead

Joshua Stamper
Education
Leadership
Educational Leadership
Professional Development
School Culture
Mental Health
Student Engagement
Executive Functioning
Mentorship
School Leadership
Aspire To Lead Cohort
Emotional Intelligence
Professional Learning Communities
Executive Functions
Leadership Development
Burnout
Instructional Leadership
Communication
Resilience
Social Emotional Learning

Joshua Stamper provides an opportunity to learn from some of the most experienced and accomplished educational leaders. As we grow in our leadership skills, it’s imperative to learn from other leader’s successes, trials and misconceptions. Join us each week as my guests provide valuable stories, resources, and advice to enhance your leadership journey.

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Latest Episodes

What if compliance was not the finish line for special education services, but the starting point for providing every student with the instruction and support they deserve?

In this episode, Joshua Stamper sits down with Korenne Wolken, Director of A... more

What changes when you stop waiting to feel motivated and start showing up with discipline, purpose, and presence?

In this episode, Joshua Stamper is joined by speaker, coach, entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and leadership strategist Ronnel Blackman... more

How can school leaders give teachers ownership over their professional growth while still creating alignment around campus priorities?

In this Aspire Mailbag episode, Joshua Stamper and Jeff Gargas tackle two timely questions from school leaders: Ho... more

What would shift in your leadership if you treated every interaction, observation, and moment of reflection as an opportunity to help someone grow?

In this episode, Joshua Stamper welcomes back district leader, author, speaker, and educator Lauren K... more

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Recent Guests

Ronnel Blackman
Entrepreneur, coach, speaker focused on presence and leadership
Founder/Coach — presence framework; Brave Leaders podcast
Episode: 397. The Power of Presence in Leadership: Featuring Ronnel Blackmon
Lauren Kaufman
District leader in Long Island, NY; former classroom teacher and instructional coach
Long Island, New York School District
Episode: 396. Reflective Leaders Create Stronger School Communities: Featuring Lauren Kaufman
Carrie Mugridge
Co-author of Leading Without Apology; researcher
University of Kansas
Episode: 395. Leading Without Apology With Dr. Carrie Mugridge and Dr. Jennifer Perez Bessolo
Jennifer Perez-Bessolo
Co-author of Leading Without Apology; researcher
University of Kansas
Episode: 395. Leading Without Apology With Dr. Carrie Mugridge and Dr. Jennifer Perez Bessolo
Phil Januszewski
Author, Speaker, Leadership Coach
Author of Too Damn Happy
Episode: 394. How to Flourish in a Tired and Stressed Out World: Featuring Phil Januszewski
Tom Walls
Educator and football coach with international leadership experience
thomasbwalls.com / Teach Like a Coach, Coach Like a Teacher
Episode: 392. Culture Is a System, Not a Slogan: Featuring Tom Walls
Ashanti Branch
Founder and executive director of the Ever Forward Club
Ever Forward Club
Episode: 391. Taking Off the Leadership Mask: Featuring Ashanti Branch
Adam Dovico
General Manager of Elevate Your Classroom; Professor and Director of Educational Leadership at Wake Forest University; author
Wake Forest University; Elevate Your Classroom; Author
Episode: 390. Preparing Future School Leaders and Enhancing Your School Culture: Featuring Adam Dovico
Becca Silver
Educator and author of The Resistance Solution
Becca Silver, The Resistance Solution
Episode: 389. The Resistance Solution: Featuring Becca Silver

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Real Conversations, Valuable Leadership Lessons

    Joshua creates thoughtful conversations that make leadership feel practical, relatable, and always evolving. I especially appreciate hearing the real stories behind each guest’s successes and challenges, not just the polished lessons. There are so many valuable insights that apply well beyond education to anyone looking to grow as a leader. A great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steph Kwong
    United States14 days ago
  • High quality professional learning for leaders!

    This is an exceptional podcast! 🙌🏼👏🏼 Highly engaging with relevant content! Great guests and, as a host, Joshua asks the right questions and gives guests the space to share their thinking. Well done! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅ Subscribed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlwaysLearning AlwaysEvolving
    United States2 years ago
  • Truth Bombs

    Just like his book, Joshua constantly drops some inspirational truth and knowledge bombs. Even though I do not have the desire to lead as an admin, it has helped me more effectively reflect on my teacher leader skills!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drimmey
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspiration for Aspiration

    I've listened to every single episode of this podcast and every guest and every message has been inspirational and helped fuel my aspirational goals!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex T. Valencic
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Topics. Great Value.

    Every episode is filled with thoughts, stories, and actions to move closer to greater positive impact and flourishing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phil Januszewski
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise actionable leadership takeaways and strong moderation.
High regard for diverse, experienced guests and practical strategies.
Professional, engaging learning for leaders with useful guest insights.
Vibe described as authentic, conversational, and deeply educational.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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Talking Points

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397. The Power of Presence in Leadership: Featuring Ronnel Blackmon
Q: How can listeners connect with your work and learn more about presence?
Visit his website with his full name, RonnelBlackman.com, and follow his content on social platforms; engage with the Hollow Block Podcasts Brave Leaders, Accountable to Communicating Knowledge project for ongoing leadership content.
397. The Power of Presence in Leadership: Featuring Ronnel Blackmon
Q: What would you recommend for aspiring leaders to start implementing tomorrow?
Start with a four-step process: know yourself (journaling and self-awareness), lead yourself (act on your insights), know others (learn people's personalities and communication styles), and then lead others (apply those insights to influence and guide teams).
397. The Power of Presence in Leadership: Featuring Ronnel Blackmon
Q: What does presence mean to you in a leadership context?
Presence is a structured framework eight elements deep: physical discipline, resilient mindset, effective communication, self-image, energy, environment awareness, network and community, consistent execution, and a elevated purpose guiding leadership both at work and at home.
Aspire Mailbag: Creating Teacher Goals That Build Growth and Ownership
Q: What are your thoughts on giving teachers autonomy versus dictating goals?
Jeff argues for autonomy and trust, with leaders guiding through questions to help teachers own their goals, while still providing direction and ensuring alignment with broader district objectives.
396. Reflective Leaders Create Stronger School Communities: Featuring Lauren Kaufman
Q: What do you think people remember most about their leaders?
Lauren emphasizes the importance of genuine care and relationships, noting that leaders who listen and keep kids at the center build lasting trust and drive effective teaching and learning.

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2. Lauren Kaufman
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6. Tom Walls
7. Ashanti Branch
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