# 306. Build Stronger School Leadership Support with Mike Caldwell

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Podcast: [Learning Unboxed](https://stenobird.com/podcast/learning-unboxed-6599840)
Published: 2026-08-03T09:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://pastfoundation.org
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## Resource

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we’re joined by Mike Caldwell, founder and CEO of LinkedLeaders, a platform designed to help K-12 school leaders find meaningful support when they feel isolated, overwhelmed, or stretched thin. Mike shares how a simple Facebook post offering support to struggling principals quickly revealed a much bigger need for accessible, personalized mentorship. Together, we explore how school leaders can move beyond one-size-fits-all support and tap into a “human library” of mentors, coaches, and experts who understand different contexts and challenges. Mike also shares how LinkedLeaders is helping organizations build stronger communities of support through mentorship, fireside chats, and challenge-based journeys. Tune in to learn how connection, choice, and community can help keep great leaders leading. To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.org We unbox: Why so many school leaders feel isolated, overwhelmed, and stretched thin How LinkedLeaders grew from one Facebook post into a national support platform The value of a “human library” approach to mentorship and coaching Why school leaders need support beyond their immediate peer circles How organizations can build stronger communities for their members Using challenge-based journeys to help leaders find the right support Resources: LinkedLeaders Produced by NOVA

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