Connecting Through Conversation

Educational Authors, Administrators, and Consultants.

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A little behind on posting this because... you know… May.

But opening the first box of A School Leader’s Playbook for Tough Conversations from our publisher was a pretty exciting moment.

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Standing room only at #NWPBIS in Spokane! We had educators spilling out into the hallways (& they weren’t even in trouble 😉).

We shared strategies for de-escalation, avoiding power struggles, and building stronger connections.

Swipe through to see what attendees had to say!

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Join us May 14 at 7 pm at Bloomsbury Books in Ashland for a book talk and signing for A School Leader’s Playbook for Tough Conversations. We’d love to see you there. 💙

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@TEAMBOOST, you did it again. 🦄

Three sessions, packed rooms, meaningful conversations, and so much connection. We’re leaving energized, grateful, and already excited for next year.

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We had such a wonderful time chatting with @Joshua__Stamper on his podcast Aspire to Lead. We talked about strategies & tools for the toughest conversations we face as leaders. Give it listen & let us know what you think. 🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/KG73Z5erkR

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We’re thrilled to be back at @TEAMBOOST this year & we’re presenting 3 times!

Adult conversations. Student behavior. Real scenarios.

Learn practical strategies to stay calm under pressure, de-escalate, avoid power struggles, and respond with confidence.

Can't wait to see you!

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Just back from the School Climate Conference where presented on transforming student behavior through connection & having tough conversations with adults. Prioritize relationships to build trust, safety, and real change. Grateful for the conversation and the laughter!

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Loved presenting at the AT-TIES conference about one the often challenging parts of our work, partnering with caregivers. When emotions run high, it’s easy for conversations to escalate. When we stay grounded, lead with curiosity, and focus on connection, partnership grows.

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Thrilled to join @MrsLNapolitan on the Schoolin' Around podcast to discuss our new book! We explored strategies for school leaders on how to navigate tough conversations effectively. Listen to the full episode now!@BranchingMinds  https://t.co/Ye1XONc0g7
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Tough conversations require both intentionality and practical strategies. This playbook provides the tools to do both. Get your copy here: https://t.co/PSTulrbW69

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High-stakes conversations are part of the work. When we walk in prepared and calm, we do more than just get through, we strengthen connection and move the work forward. Get your playbook here: https://t.co/PSTulrbW69 @casas_jimmy @Jeff_Zoul @heydannybauer @ConnectEDDBooks

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Holding the book in our hands and smiling big!

So much of this came from real conversations in real schools — the ones we got wrong, the ones we avoided, and the ones we learned from.

A School Leader’s Playbook for Tough Conversations is out: https://t.co/PSTulrbW69

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Most tough conversations go wrong because we’re not sure what to say.

We made a planning guide, drawn from our new book, A School Leader’s Playbook for Tough Conversations, to help you get clear on what to say and how to say it: https://t.co/cgWEYQdkrC

@casas_jimmy @Jeff_Zoul

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Our new book, A School Leader’s Playbook for Tough Conversations, is currently:

#1 New Release in Education Administration
#15 Best Seller in Education Administration

We’re thrilled to get this into the hands of leaders navigating these conversations!

@casas_jimmy @Jeff_Zoul

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@casas_jimmy @Jeff_Zoul @ConnectEDDBooks

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A School Leader’s Playbook for Tough Conversations, didn’t come from theory. It came from the conversations we got wrong, avoided, and replayed.

A practical playbook for what to say, how to say it, and how to stay grounded when it matters most.

 https://t.co/PSTulrbW69

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It’s here!
A School Leader’s Playbook for Tough Conversations is out.
When we started as school leaders, there wasn’t a book to tell us what to say or how to say it.
It didn’t exist. So we wrote it ourselves.
https://t.co/PSTulrbW69

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Can’t wait for BOOST in Palm Springs April 28 - May 1!

We’ll be at Meet the Authors and in a few sessions throughout the conference.

Come find us. We would love to meet you!

@TEAMBOOST

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Best time at the SSDA Conference this week. Small schools & big relationships - where everyone knows everyone and there’s a good chance many of them are related.

Grateful for the conversation and the work these leaders do for their communities!

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I’m presenting at the SSDA Annual State Conference on navigating tough conversations in small school communities and sharing practical strategies for leading improvement while protecting relationships. If you’re attending, I’d love to see you there!