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Empowered Educator: Leadership in Motion | Educational Leadership, Principal Leadership, Teachers as Leaders
Are you a passionate educator stepping into leadership—or thinking about making that leap?</p>
<p>Maybe you just accepted your first admin role and feel the weight of leading well.</p>
<p>Or you’re a classroom teacher who feels the calling to lead with purpose and impact.</p>
<p><strong>The Empowered Educator Show</strong> is your space to grow as a leader without losing who you are.</p>
<p>I’m Dr. Mel—former administrator turned leadership and instructional coach, educational consultant, and now your guide to navigating the real work of school leadership. With over 25 years in education, I help new and aspiring leaders shift their mindset, strengthen their strategies, and build Confident Classrooms—where teachers feel supported, students are engaged, and learning thrives.</p>
<p>Each episode I bring you real talk, practical tools, and heart-centered leadership support designed to help you:</p>
<p>Create a school culture rooted in confidence, clarity, and trust</p>
<p>Develop teachers who feel empowered, not overwhelmed</p>
<p>Lead with boldness, even when the road gets bumpy</p>
<p>It’s about becoming the kind of leader who creates ripple effects across classrooms, campuses, and communities.</p>
<p>Let’s power up your purpose and put your leadership in motion.</p>
Empowered Educator: Leadership in Motion | Educational Leadership, Principal Leadership, Teachers as Leaders
🏀March Madness & Leadership: Coaching Your Team to Victory *136
March Madness isn’t just about basketball—it’s a masterclass in leadership. The way championship coaches build their teams, develop talent, and make in-game adjustments mirrors the way strong school leaders create thriving school cultures.
In this episode, we’re breaking down five powerful leadership lessons from March Madness that can help you coach your team to success. You’ll learn how to:
🏀 Build a winning school culture that fosters trust and excellence
🏀 Scout talent, develop strengths, and empower your educators
🏀 Make real-time adjustments when challenges arise
🏀 Keep your team motivated, even in tough seasons
🏀 Maintain a championship mindset and finish strong
Plus, I’ll give you one actionable step to apply this week so you can start leading like a championship coach.
If you’re ready to take your leadership game to the next level, press play and let’s get started!
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