# Bringing Joy Back: Why H.O.P.E. Is a Leadership Strategy

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Podcast: [Leading Out The Woods](https://stenobird.com/podcast/leading-out-the-woods-652835)
Published: 2026-03-06T22:00:03+00:00
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## Resource

Episode #130 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Dr. Brandi Kelly, Speaker, Author, Leadership Coach, and Founder of Spark HOPE Edu, joins Dr. Woods on episode #130 of Leading Out The Woods to discuss Bringing Joy Back: Why H.O.P.E. Is a Leadership Strategy. In this episode, Dr. Kelly shares her leadership journey and the inspiration behind her H.O.P.E. System—Habits, Optimistic Outlook, Purpose, and Excellence. Together, they explore how leaders can combat burnout, strengthen their beliefs, and intentionally “hold hope” for others while building resilient school communities grounded in joy, purpose, and excellence.

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