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The challenges that shake us as we work to grow in our practice can be internal and external. Our guest offers tips for dealing with both. Follow on Twitter: @gustafsonbrad @benjamingilpin @jethrojones @bamradionetwork Jethro Jones is the principal of Kodiak Middle School and host of the Transformative Principal podcast, where he interviews successful educational leaders to improve our schools. He focuses on finding simple solutions to complex problems. Dr. Brad Gustafson is the principal and lead learner at Greenwood Elementary in Minnesota. Ben Gilpin is the principal at Warner Elementary School in Spring Arbor.

How can we stay positive and lead our schools in the face of relentless challenges, time pressures, setbacks, and the negative events we have to manage. Follow on Twitter:@gustafsonbrad@benjamingilpin @jongordon11 @bamradionetwork.com Jon Gordon’s best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He is the author of 17 books including multiple best-sellers. Dr. Brad Gustafson is the principal and lead learner at Greenwood Elementary in Minnesota and author of Renegade Leadership: Creating Innovative Schools for Digital Age Learners. Ben Gilpin is the principal at Warner Elementary School in Spring Arbor.

Our guest challenges us to reexamine our thinking about the value and cost of college. Are there valid alternatives, and what does this view mean to those of us who work every day to prepare students for higher education? Follow on Twitter: @gustafsonbrad @benjamingilpin @donwettrick @bamradionetwork Don Wettrick is the Innovation Coordinator at Noblesville High School and author of Pure Genius: Building a Culture of Innovation and Taking 20% Time to the Next Level. He has worked as a middle school and high school teacher; educational and innovation consultant; CEO, and podcast host; founder StartEdUp. Brad Gustafson is the principal and lead learner at Greenwood Elementary in Minnesota and author of Renegade Leadership: Creating Innovative Schools for Digital Age Learners. Ben Gilpin is currently the principal at Warner Elementary School in Spring Arbor. He has a Master’s in education from Spring Arbor University and has an Educational Leadership Certification through Eastern Michigan University.

Can we talk? This week we kick off a series on leading difficult, risky, candid conversations in school. Conversations that are important academically, socially, civically, and personally, but have the potential to spiral out of control.  How do we teach and learn the skills to discuss tough issues while maintaining our relationships with students and peers? Follow on Twitter: @gustafsonbrad @benjamingilpin @bamradionetwork Brad Gustafson is the principal and lead learner at Greenwood Elementary in Minnesota and author of Renegade Leadership: Creating Innovative Schools for Digital Age Learners. Ben Gilpin is currently the principal at Warner Elementary School in Spring Arbor. He has a Master’s in education from Spring Arbor University and has an Educational Leadership Certification through Eastern Michigan University.

Why are there so few black male teachers in our schools?  Is there a dearth of applicants?  Are there systemic roadblocks? Are there other hidden factors at play.  Join us as we try to unpack the factors behind the astoundingly low statistics. Follow on Twitter: @gustafsonbrad @benjamingilpin @UrbanEdDJ @bamradionetwork Rann Miller directs a 21st Century Community Learning Center in southern New Jersey, one of 63 federally funded after-school programs in the state. He spent six years teaching in charter schools in Camden, New Jersey. Miller is also a freelance writer whose articles can be seen here, and the creator, writer and editor of the Official Urban Education Mixtape Blog.

Despite the general contempt for standardized tests among many educators they remain. In this episode, we look at how we can help all of our students do better on these tests. Follow on Twitter: @gustafsonbrad @benjamingilpin @bamradionetwork Logan Thompson is a GMAT and GRE instructor and author of Beyond the Content Mindfulness as a Test Prep Advantage.

How can a school leader determine if he has lost his way, or lost his ability to connect and lead his team? Are there clear indicators, signals, or early warning signs? More importantly, how can school administrators who have misled their staff get their people and organization back on course? Follow on Twitter: @gustafsonbrad @benjamingilpin @TanveerNaseer @bamradionetwork Tanveer Naseer is an internationally-acclaimed keynote and TEDx speaker, award-winning leadership writer, author, and CEO of Tanveer Naseer Leadership, a leadership corporate training and consulting firm. Tanveer has received numerous awards and recognitions for his work in the leadership sphere, including being recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the “Top 100 Leadership and Management Experts”.

Are you really connecting with your staff? How do you know? In this episode, our guest shares the key to building effective teams and discovering the root of all connections. Follow on Twitter: @gustafsonbrad @benjamingilpin @raehanbobby @bamradionetwork Bobby Umar is an inspirational speaker & coach who was named an Inc Magazine Top 100 Leadership Speaker and he’s also spoken at TEDx 5 times. With over 500,000 social media followers, Bobby is a recognized influencer and thought leader in Networking, Social Media and Personal Branding.

Brad Gustafson and Ben Gilpin with Sanée Bell It's back to school time.  Listen in as our guest explains why she is challenging us to start the school year with vulnerability instead of strength. Follow on Twitter: @gustafsonbrad @benjamingilpin @SaneeBell @bamradionetwork Dr. Sanée Bell is a middle school principal and an adjunct professor in Houston, TX. Sanée is passionate about authentic, purposeful learning for students and teachers, and she also has a strong passion for leadership and its impact on teacher engagement, student learning, and school culture.