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New Year Lessons for School Leaders

Podcast: Standing Tall: Voices in Leadership
Published: Dec 29, 2025
Duration seconds: 1677
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As we transition into a new calendar year, host Randy Lindquist and producer Ben reflect on key leadership insights from industry giants like Simon Sinek and James Clear. This episode challenges educational leaders to move away from the "hero principal" myth and instead focus on cross-pollination, environmental design, and the power of being present for their staff.