The Interview Chair
Are you an educator who is currently feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or wondering if you can continue to do this work? Visualize yourself back in the interview chair. You were genuine, sincere and full of passion. You convinced a group of people that you were the best person for the job and you believed it. That is the real you. Join Jimmy Casas, educator, speaker, and best-selling author as he takes you back to the interview chair to remind you of why you wanted to become an educator. If you are ready to reflect on the role you play in impacting the culture and climate in your school, this podcast is for you!
Episodes

Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Every one of us has the capacity to lead, however, whether or not we choose to lead is a different issue. In this episode, Jimmy reminds us that as leaders, we must accept the responsibility that the identity of a leader will become whatever we want it to become, and what others believe our work demands and how they see it, is also on us.

Sunday Mar 26, 2023
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
One of the most essential roles of a school leader is to hire the right people. But what next? In this episode, Jimmy reminds us that onboarding new employees is just as important. And what about new students? Should we not replicate these same practices? Check out the latest episode of the Interview Chair to learn more.

Sunday Mar 19, 2023
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
Why do some students give us the impression that they don't care about their school work, whether they fail or not, or at times, choose not to come to school? In Episode 11, Jimmy reminds us through a student's eyes why we should never quit on a student.

Sunday Mar 12, 2023
Sunday Mar 12, 2023
When we fail to communicate effectively, it can create a plethora of undercurrents in our organization which ultimately impacts morale in a negative way. In this episode, Jimmy shares 8 ways he believes will help us improve communication and cultivate a healthier culture for our staff, students, and families.

Sunday Mar 05, 2023
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
We are all responsible for our own morale. In this episode, Jimmy shares 5 ways to move past your fears and find the courage to become the best version of yourself both in your daily work and daily life.

Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
What was the name of the class you took in principal school that taught you how to hire for excellence? My guess is it didn’t exist. In this episode, Jimmy shares his insight into Why First Impressions Matter and what it takes to shift your interview process from average to excellent.

Sunday Feb 19, 2023
Sunday Feb 19, 2023
What we model is what we get. In this episode, Jimmy challenges us to reflect on our own behaviors and ask ourselves, "Are we fostering a culture of compliance through our actions or a culture of investment?"

Sunday Feb 12, 2023
Sunday Feb 12, 2023
The Power of Why by Simon Sinek continues to shape my coaching work today. In this week’s episode I share additional thoughts on the power of why that impact culture - behavior and change.

Sunday Feb 05, 2023
Sunday Feb 05, 2023
February has arrived and the stress is beginning to elevate to level 10. In Episode 5, Jimmy helps us reframe our thinking by taking us back to the Interview Chair and lowering our stress to a healthier level.
Level 10 Examples

Saturday Jan 28, 2023
Saturday Jan 28, 2023
In Episode 4, Jimmy reminds us of the importance of building capacity from the heart of a teacher and more importantly, provides listeners with a 5 Step Framework to help you get better results.