Principal Efficacy with Barb Flowers
The Catholic School Leaders Podcast
This episode features an insightful conversation between host John Mihalyo and guest Barbara Flowers, a seasoned principal and certified life coach with a doctorate in K-12 leadership. The discussion centers on the concept of leadership efficacy, particularly within the context of Catholic school administration. Barb shares her extensive experiences and the importance of self-efficacy among educational leaders, emphasizing the drastic changes in the roles and challenges faced by principals in recent years. Key topics include: * The impact of principal efficacy on career performance * Strategies for overcoming self-doubt * The significance of prioritizing well-being and setting boundaries * The value of continuous professional development. * Managing burnout * Delegating effectively, and * Fostering a growth mindset among staff * The importance of reflection * Planning for improvement 00:18 Introducing Barb Flowers: A Principal with a Mission 01:18 Exploring Leadership Efficacy in Catholic Education 02:12 The Evolving Role of Principals Post-COVID 04:26 Building Self-Efficacy and Delegating Effectively 08:50 The Importance of Professional Development for Principals 16:24 Addressing Principal and Teacher Burnout 29:18 Reflecting and Planning for a Strong School Year Finish Learn more about today's sponsor, Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. We believe that technology can unlock a more effective learning experience, ensure that students get the personalized teaching they need to thrive, and help educators and administrators to truly, fully, See Every Student. Learn more at renaissance.com.