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The Empowered Principal® Podcast

Angela Kelly - Education Podcast Networkangelakellycoaching.com
The Empowered Principal® is designed to offer tools and strategies that no other elementary principal resource provides - exercises that strengthen your emotional fitness as an educational leader. Former teacher, principal, district administrator, and Certified Life Coach Angela Kelly discusses why elementary principals feel complete overwhelm, ways to approach the issue of time, how to build authentic relationships with staff, parents, students, and district officials, and how to enjoy your job and life overall. Together, we tackle the toughest aspects of being a principal by learning how to manage your thinking so that you can handle whatever comes your way. Listeners can download a free workbook from my website at www.angelakellycoaching.com
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Episodes

Ep #188: Interview Preparation and Landing Your Dream Job with Kate

Kate takes us through the interview preparation and coaching we did that landed Kate her first school leadership role. She's sharing her process of cultivating intentional self-belief so she could be authentic and confident in her interview, and the work we’re doing to prepare her for her first year as a principal. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/188

Aug 03, 202141 minEp. 188

Ep #187: The Value of Questioning

I’ve been spending the summer talking a lot about how to increase your value as a school leader, and questioning is actually one of the simplest and most powerful tools you can use. So this week, I’m sharing why getting curious and asking questions is the most valuable work you can do as a school leader, and I’m also giving you the how, so you can begin this work and start seeing the benefits right now. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/187...

Jul 27, 202132 minEp. 187

Ep #186: Leading Breakthrough with a Half-Managed Mind

I'm dispelling the obstacles that might be keeping you from stepping into a leadership role, and showing you how it’s possible to lead breakthroughs with a half-managed mind. I’m laying out the power of having a half-managed mind, and why you can jump in right now, even if you don’t feel ready. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/186

Jul 20, 202125 minEp. 186

Ep #185: A Year of Coaching with Dustin

I speak to Dustin after a year of us working together through his first year as a principal. We’re discussing the thoughts and beliefs that he had to work through during our time together, and Dustin is sharing where this work has helped him have a successful start to his life as a school leader. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/185

Jul 13, 202145 minEp. 185

Ep #184: Why You Can’t Sleep

Something that all leaders go through at one stage or another is the inability to switch their brains off at night and get proper rest. I’m sharing how this shows up for school leaders, and even myself in my own life, and I’m giving you some tangible tips for what you can do to check in with yourself and see where this pattern of sleepless nights is really coming from. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/184...

Jul 06, 202127 minEp. 184

Ep #183: The Value of Constraint

Discover the value of constraint and how exercising constraint, both professionally and personally, will make you an even better school leader. I’m sharing the areas we need to focus on and how to reframe our hang-ups around constraint so we can be more decisive and effective in our leadership. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/183

Jun 29, 202126 minEp. 183

Ep #182: The Reality of Being Coached with Dena Ford

Dena and I are discussing the changes that coaching made both in her role as a leader and her life in general. Dena is sharing what originally held her back from getting the help of a coach, why she eventually decided to reach out, and the transformation she has experienced as a result. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/182

Jun 22, 202150 minEp. 182

Ep #181: The Value of FUN

I’ve discovered through my work as a school leader and with my clients that having more fun increases the value of your experience exponentially. So in this episode, I’m discussing the scientifically proven benefits of having more fun, how to bring more fun to every day, and why this expands your capacity as a leader to show up for your staff and students. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/181...

Jun 15, 202147 minEp. 181

Ep #180: Having Courage as a First-Year Leader with Wendy Cohen

Tune in this week for an insightful interview with Wendy Cohen. Wendy is sharing her journey to becoming a school leader at just 30 years old, and how the work we've done together has transformed her experience as a school leader. We’ve done so much work around time, commitment, and courage and I think you’ll strongly relate to what Wendy has to share. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/180...

Jun 08, 202151 minEp. 180

Ep #179: The Value of Alignment

Discover why being in alignment with your values is so important in your work as a school leader. I’m sharing the ill-effects of being out of alignment, how to identify your values, and how to incorporate them into everything you do as a principal. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/179

Jun 01, 202132 minEp. 179

Ep #178: The Reality of Positivity

Discover the reality of maintaining positivity during the incredibly challenging times we’re experiencing. The school year is coming to an end and there’s so much going on, so if the thought of showing up tomorrow with a big smile on your face makes you want to cry, listen in and put what you’re going through into perspective! Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/178

May 25, 202132 minEp. 178

Ep #177: Authentic Positivity

Discover the difference between pretending to be positive versus actually bringing authentic positivity to the work you do. I’m sharing my own struggles with forcing a positive outlook, how doing this will inevitably play out in your leadership, and what you can do to cultivate the beliefs necessary to lead from authentic positivity. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/177

May 18, 202126 minEp. 177

Ep #176: The Science of Happiness with Kim Strobel

Kim and I are discussing the value of positivity and how to create an environment of positivity for ourselves and the greater school community. We can't expect kids to make academic gains if their social, emotional, and mental wellbeing is not in check, so we’re sharing some simple, doable tips to bring happiness and wellbeing to the forefront of the education system. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/176...

May 11, 202143 minEp. 176

Ep #175: The Value of Positivity with The Modern Principal

I'm interviewing the amazing Karen Lamb and Christy Hile on why they started The Modern Principal and the work they do with school leaders. They’re sharing the issues facing our schools, sharing how they make decisions every day that are aligned with their identities as leaders, and discussing their dynamics with their staff and what they’ve found useful in that area. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/175...

May 04, 202151 minEp. 175

Ep #174: Onboarding Teachers

Last week, we talked all about attracting your ideal teachers to your school. I know that you want to deliver at the highest level for your entire community as a school leader, and so the next step after getting these amazing people into your school is a crucial one you want to spend some time with, and I’m guiding you through it today. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/174

Apr 27, 202117 minEp. 174

Ep #173: Attracting Ideal Teachers

Tune in this week as I show you how to attract your ideal teachers. Whether you’re new or a veteran in your school leadership role, considering your expectations and how you can be a top-notch leader, while also building the inner knowing that you can bring in the best of the best, is going to serve you and your school whenever you’re in the hiring process. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/173...

Apr 20, 202121 minEp. 173

Ep #172: Holding Space for Non-Returning Teachers

Join me on the podcast this week to discover how to hold space for non-returning teachers. I’m sharing how to ground yourself in making this decision and dealing with the consequences, and discussing why holding space for everyone involved – the non-returning teacher and your other staff who may not be happy about your decision – is so important. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/172

Apr 13, 202126 minEp. 172

Ep #171: Landing Your First Principalship

Join me on the podcast this week for my step-by-step guide to landing your first principalship and making sure it’s the absolute ideal role for you! And if you’re already a principal, stay tuned because there will come a day when you want to change schools or move further up the ladder, and the information I’m giving you today will help you immensely in that process as well. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/171...

Apr 06, 202128 minEp. 171

Ep #170: Generating Connection in 2 Steps with Erika Gutierrez

Listen in this week as Erika sums up how to create genuine connections in two steps, and how she’s come to prioritize taking care of herself. Creating powerful connection is so closely linked to honoring your time and giving yourself the space to play and have fun, and Erika has truly done the work to have deep connections with the people she loves and cares about. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/170...

Mar 30, 202148 minEp. 170

Ep #169: Life Coaching Tools for Communication and Connection with Kari Ann Atkinson

Tune in this week for a discussion with Kari Ann Atkinson around how the tools she’s learned through her work as a life coach have been of service to her, her colleagues, and her students throughout a difficult year. Kari is also sharing how these tools can have a profound effect on our communication as school leaders, and what you can do to get started on this work right away. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/169...

Mar 23, 202155 minEp. 169

Ep #168: Choosing Connection as a Leadership Strategy with Jodi Schilling

Join us this week to discover how Jodi’s career transition has panned out and the ripple effect the coaching world has had on her life. She’s sharing the tools and resources she uses to create more connection with herself, which then enhances her ability to connect with others, and I know her insights on intentionally choosing connection as a leadership strategy are going to be so valuable to you and your legacy. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/168...

Mar 16, 202148 minEp. 168

Ep #167: Improving Your School’s Performance Through Authentic Connection with Natalie Wilson

Tune in this week to discover how to start creating the kind of authentic and deep connections that will make your school the productive environment you’ve always dreamed of. Natalie is sharing why it’s not necessary to agree with absolutely everything someone does in order to feel connected to them, and how to help any staff member feel supported, even when you both know there is nothing you can do to help them. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/167...

Mar 09, 202142 minEp. 167

Ep #166: The Value of Connection

Join me on the podcast this week to discover why connection is such an integral part of becoming an amazing school leader. I’m sharing three ways to develop a deep understanding of your brain and how it works, and how you can leverage it to lift you up, and everyone around you at the same time. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/166

Mar 02, 202125 minEp. 166

Ep #165: How to Emotionally Support Your Teachers with Jewelle Bejjavarapu

Tune in this week as Jewelle and I discuss the mental and emotional challenges she and so many other teachers face and how these can result in really debilitating outcomes. Jewelle is sharing why it’s okay to put yourself and your self-care first as a teacher, and how we as leaders can do a better job of modeling this behavior for our staff. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/165

Feb 23, 202134 minEp. 165

Ep #164: Cultivating Positivity for Students and Teachers with Joey Mascio

Tune in this week as Joey and I discuss the coaching principles that have helped him in every aspect of his life as a teacher, from supporting the kids to making a huge difference in the lives of his fellow educators. Joey has made a real impact as a teacher, and at the end of this school year, he will be transitioning into a full-time coach for teens with the goal of helping them and their parents get the most out of their education. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angela...

Feb 16, 202150 minEp. 164

Ep #163: Mental and Emotional Resilience Starts Here with Ben Pugh

Listen in today as Ben and I have a conversation about what kind of mindset he had to cultivate to become a school principal after teaching for three years, what contributed to his success as a leader, and the one thing that will empower the people around you more than anything else. Mental and emotional resiliency starts with you , and I hope Ben’s story motivates you to prioritize doing this work yourself. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/163...

Feb 09, 202139 minEp. 163

Ep #162: Mental and Emotional Well-being in Schools

Join me on the podcast this week to discover what I believe the solution is to the mental and emotional difficulties the whole school system is facing. I’m sharing the path back to more happy and contented schools, and how you can take positive steps towards this goal right now. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/162

Feb 02, 202141 minEp. 162

Ep #161: The Empowered Principal Program

If you feel caught in a vicious cycle of overwhelm, self-doubt, and chaos in your school leadership role, I invite you to listen in and check out the next round of my Empowered Principal program. I am here to be the support you need, to guide you and help you evolve, and I can’t wait to meet you in there. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/161

Jan 26, 202128 minEp. 161

Ep #160: How to Achieve Any Goal in 2021

Join me on the podcast this week to discover how to get clear on your goals for the year and beyond, and then break them down in a way that allows you to take accountability at every step and achieve your desired results piece by piece. I’m sharing how this process has worked for me and my clients in the past, and how you can best implement it in your professional and personal life right now. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/160...

Jan 19, 20211 hr 2 minEp. 160

Ep #159: Future Vision

Tune in this week to discover why your future vision will be the difference between you having an amazing year – whatever the circumstances of 2021 – and clinging on for dear life. I’m sharing the perspective that having a future vision as a leader brings to you and to the rest of your school, and how to implement this future vision to ensure a successful year ahead. Get full show notes and more information here: https://angelakellycoaching.com/159...

Jan 12, 202126 minEp. 159
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