Prioritizing Self Growth as a Catholic School Leader

Episode Title: Prioritizing Professional Growth as a Catholic School Leader

🎙 Guest: Anne Marie Maw
📅 Host: John Mihalyo

Episode Overview

In this episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast, John Mihalyo welcomes back Anne Marie Maw to discuss one of the most critical aspects of Catholic school leadership—professional growth.

Anne Marie shares her passion for continuous learning and how prioritizing professional development not only benefits school leaders personally but also strengthens their schools and communities. Together, John and Anne Marie explore practical strategies to integrate growth into an already packed schedule, combat burnout, and foster a culture of lifelong learning among staff and students.

Key Topics Covered:

✅ The Importance of Professional Growth – Why every Catholic school leader should make personal development a priority.
✅ Making Time for Learning – Practical strategies to fit professional growth into a busy schedule, even with thousands of responsibilities.
✅ Avoiding Micromanagement – The fine line between being detail-oriented and overly involved in daily operations.
✅ The Power of Networking – Leveraging mastermind groups, professional communities, and global connections to gain fresh perspectives.
✅ Balancing Leadership and Personal Well-Being – How setting boundaries and scheduling "office time" can help leaders avoid burnout.
✅ Free and Low-Cost PD Resources – Recommendations like LinkedIn, podcasts, and apps like Blinkist for continued learning.

Resources & Links:

🔹 Visit Elementary Advancement Solutions for resources, tips, and information for Catholic school leaders
🔹 Connect with John Mihalyo on LinkedIn
🔹 Connect with Anne-Marie Maw on LinkedIn
🔹 Check out Blinkist for Book Summaries: Blinkest Website
🔹 Book a Free Consultation with John Mihalyo

Mastermind Group Information
Want to learn more about the mastermind groups Anne-Marie and I discussed on this episode? Click here for more information.

Final Takeaway

Investing in your own professional growth isn't just an option—it's a necessity for effective leadership. Whether through structured PD, networking, or carving out intentional learning time, prioritizing growth helps you lead with confidence and avoid burnout.

📩 Let’s Connect!
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🙏 Thanks for listening! God bless, and stay inspired!