Leaning into Leadership

In this episode of the  Leaning Into Leadership  podcast, we’re exploring the powerful metaphor of the lighthouse and how it relates to effective school leadership. Inspired by a visit to Martha’s Vineyard, host Darrin Peppard reflects on the enduring purpose of lighthouses and the lessons they offer for guiding schools and teams in 2025. Discover five lighthouse-inspired principles—from...

In this insightful episode of  Leaning Into Leadership , Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Charlie Peck and Joshua Stamper to discuss their upcoming book,  The Language of Behavior , and the accompanying podcast. Together, they explore strategies to decode student behaviors, build positive relationships, and implement proactive systems that empower educators and students alike. From crea...

Episode Summary:  In this deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard shares a pivotal story from his leadership journey that became a wake-up call about the importance of self-care. Reflecting on an experience during his second year as a principal—missing his best friend's wedding due to burnout and exhaustion—Dr. Peppard delves into the lessons he learned about prioritizing health and...

Are you ready to lead with clarity and purpose in 2025? Join me on  Monday, December 30, at 3 PM ET  for a  FREE webinar :  Take Control of Your Leadership: Clear Priorities, Real Results . In just one hour, you’ll learn actionable strategies to define your priorities, recognize and reinforce values, and reclaim your time for the work that truly matters. Save your spot today at...

Episode 182 is a special episode , in which Todd Bloomer, Dominic Armano, and your regular host, Darrin Peppard, dedicate an entire episode to new principal Candace Pearson. We are excited for Candace to take on her first principalship, and so we decided to share our insights, experience, and expertise to help set her, and anyone else new to the role, up for success. Are you feeling overwhelmed an...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leade...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leade...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leade...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leade...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's LIVE - go to theprincipalacademy.com and check out Take Control of Your Leade...

In this episode of  Leaning Into Leadership , I’m pulling back the curtain on my new course,  Take Control of Your Leadership . This transformative course is designed to help school leaders overcome overwhelm, focus on what matters most, and lead with clarity and purpose. Go to https://www.theprincipalacademy.com to learn more and to enroll in the course today. Use the code TCYL24 at che...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, and it's launching soon!!! Sign up for...

On this solo episode of the podcast, we explore a vital topic for school leaders: maintaining resilience and avoiding burnout. I discuss five practical strategies to help you stay grounded, energized, and focused, even amidst the demands of leadership. From setting boundaries and effective delegation to building a support network and prioritizing self-care, these tips are designed to help you thri...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Welcome to a special mid-week edition of Leaning into Leadership. This week I am sitting down with my once per month guests, my friends and fellow principals Todd Bloomer and Dominic Armano. We play rapid fire this time around with questions leaders have but aren't always willing to ask. Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to prioritize your time as a school leader? In this episode, I share some exciting news about my upcoming digital course,  Take Control of Your Leadership: A Road to Awesome Map for Early Career Leaders . This course is designed to help you overcome overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity. Sign up for our mailing list at roadtoa...

Full disclosure, I checked out Notebook LM after hearing about it on social media. I was immediately fascinated by the potential it has. So, I uploaded my dissertation, linked here, to see what the fuss was all about. I am stunned at how cool this tool really is. It's a concise summary in a fun, easy to listen to podcast. In this week's special episode, I will share my thoughts, as well as the act...

Are you ready to take your leadership and your team to the next level? As a leadership coach and speaker, I’m passionate about helping school leaders and leadership teams like yours gain the clarity you need to walk confidently in your purpose. I believe that when leaders are clear about their purpose, they can lead with more authenticity and create a ripple effect that impacts every level of thei...