Superintendents Leadership Podcast
Leadership isn’t about getting it right every time.
It’s about showing up, learning, and making better choices the next time. An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast is for superintendents and district leaders navigating the beautiful, messy work of public education.
On this podcast, we leave perfection at the door. Through real stories, candid conversations, and reflective after-action reviews, we talk about what happened, what was missed, what we learned — and what we might do differently next time.
If you’ve ever felt the pressure to be flawless in a complicated system, you’ll feel right at home here.
Hear from fellow superintendents and leaders on:
What actually happens behind the scenes
The frustrations no one talks about
The wins worth celebrating
And the tough calls that keep all of us up at night.
Latest Episodes
Small Town, Big Decisions: Casey Hallgarth Leads with Heart in Rural Oregon
This week, Casey Hallgarth, Superintendent of the Baker School District in Baker City, Oregon, joins the podcast. Here are a few key takeaways: Building relationships is paramount to successful leadership. Casey emphasizes the significance of authentic and genuine connections with staff,...
Dr. Ron Taylor’s Imperfect Leader’s Playbook: Integrity, Grace, and Trust
Join me for a powerful conversation with Dr. Ronald Taylor, former superintendent and author of The Courage to Lead with Integrity for Equity, on the latest episode of An Imperfect Leader! Dr. Taylor shares his remarkable journey in education, exploring the critical importance of equity,...
The Power of Listening: Jerry Almendarez on Leadership, Collaboration, and Embracing Imperfection
🎙️Join us for this insightful conversation with Jerry Almendarez, Superintendent of Santa Ana Unified School District Jerry’s leadership journey provided valuable takeaways, especially regarding school improvement initiatives: The Power of…
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You’re not alone — and you don’t have to carry it alone.