The Interview Chair

Episode 47: It Will Rarely Be Easy, But It Will Always Be Worth It

In this episode, Jimmy shares his experiences where he believes he and his staff failed a student, even though they had the best of intentions; reminding us that our job as educators is rarely easy, but always worth it. 

Episode 46: The Gifts of an Influencer

Jimmy reminds us that most of what we have learned we have learned from others, regardless of their roles or titles. In this episode, he shares 10 ways in which others have influenced his thinking throughout his career.

Episode 45: 13 Ways to Lead the Learning

School leaders often find themselves in management mode. In this episode, Jimmy shares 13 ways leaders can intentionally recalibrate themselves to lead the learning in their schools. 

Episode 44: Looking For a Job? You're Hired!

Are you looking to land that first job, looking for a career change, or looking to advance in your career? In this episode, Jimmy offers his insights that just might give you a leg up on the competition. 

Episode 43:Recalibrating Our Collective Commitments

Revisiting core values is one of the most critical components of any healthy culture, but one that we often neglect. In this episode, Jimmy challenges us to re-examine our collective commitments as a staff to ensure that our behaviors are aligned with our words. 

Episode 42: 5 Ways to Inspire Staff to Stay Rather Than Leave

In this episode, Jimmy challenges leaders to go back to The Interview Chair and ask themselves what they can do differently to reduce staff turnover and inspire staff to stay rather than just wish staff didn't leave. 
Show Notes

Episode 41: Are We Listening to Our Students Who Struggle?

In this episode, Jimmy discusses his experiences working with students who struggle in school and shares his thoughts on how we can impact their learning in a positive way when we are more intentional in listening to them so we can understand why they struggle. 

Episode 40: Is It Time For A Change

In this episode, Jimmy shares an excerpt from his best-selling book, Recalibrate the Culture, where he shares his thoughts for those who are considering leaving their current jobs.

Episode 39: Pushback Is Inevitable

Avoiding pushback in our role as school leaders is inevitable. In this episode, Jimmy touches on 5 common areas where leaders may face pushback and how we can respond to get a better result and avoid negative undercurrents in our culture. 

Episode 38: A Fresh Mindset for New Students and Families

We get out of it what we put into it. In this episode, Jimmy shares his insight when it comes to new student and family tours.