ConnectEDD

Transforming education by empowering educators to become better-equipped to teach, learn, and lead. We publish books and provide professional learning support.

[Kelly Croy @kellycroy]

Look what arrived this week!

I’m so excited to finally have The Drip Effect: Breaking Free From Hustle Culture in my hands by Jimmy Casas and Jessica Cabeen.

This book speaks directly to leaders, educators, and organizations that are overwhelmed by constant pressure, nonstop demands, and the feeling that doing more is the only answer. Jimmy and Jessica remind us that meaningful leadership is not found in frenzy. It is found in intentionality, consistency, reflection, and purpose.

I was incredibly honored to have this endorsement included in the book:

“This book will challenge you in the best possible way. Every leader I know is tired. Every leader I know is carrying more than they were built to hold. This book does not ask you to carry more. It teaches you to set things down with intention so you can pick up what actually matters.”

That really is the heart of this book.

The Drip Effect is practical, thoughtful, timely, and deeply needed right now. Order a copy for yourself and for your colleagues. This is the book you need now.

Read it slowly.
That is the whole point.

#Leadership #Education #SchoolLeadership #JimmyCasas #JessicaCabeen #TheDripEffect #LeadershipMatters #WiredEducator @casas_jimmy @JessicaCabeen

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

NEW EPISODE! #129 of #TheInterviewChair is out.

In this episode, I sit down with former school Athletic Director @MantisMMA24

https://t.co/pbrcJ0AIdI

Whether you are an AD, school leader, or parent of a student athlete, this interview offers meaningful insight to help all of us build a community where our players, performers, parents, coaches, and administrators experience the joy of competition and the benefits that comes from being a part of a team.

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

IT'S HERE!...#TheDripEffect
50% off the cover price on bulk orders until Friday, May 29. Contact us at https://t.co/kkqhaUW3XY to place your order.

At some point, every leader reaches a moment where the problem is no longer the workload. It’s the way they see the work. Because leadership becomes unsustainable long before it shows up on the outside. It starts on the inside. The pressure. The pace. The constant pull to do more, respond faster, carry everything. It doesn’t just shape your calendar. It shapes your identity. This is why @JessicaCabeen and I wrote the Drip Effect - a framework to remind you that you don't have to lead fast to lead well. Grab your copy now at https://t.co/kkqhaUW3XY

[Todd Nesloney @TechNinjaTodd]

Life isn’t always easy. Work isn’t always easy. Leadership definitely isn’t always easy.

But choosing a healthy perspective doesn’t mean pretending problems don’t exist. It means refusing to let hard moments steal your hope.

Some people will always focus on what could go wrong. I want to be someone who still believes in what could go right.

Read more: https://t.co/gLMlPdkasU

[Jonathan Alsheimer @mr_Alsheimer]

Super excited to be the opening KEYNOTE SPEAKER 🎤 for Get Your Teach On 26 this June in Orlando Florida!!!

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

NEW EPISODE! #129 of #TheInterviewChair is out.

In this episode, I sit down with former school Athletic Director @MantisMMA24

https://t.co/pbrcJ0AIdI

Whether you are an AD, school leader, or parent of a student athlete, this interview offers meaningful insight to help all of us build a community where our players, performers, parents, coaches, and administrators experience the joy of competition and the benefits that comes from being a part of a team.

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

IT'S HERE!...#TheDripEffect
At some point, every leader reaches a moment where the problem is no longer the workload. It’s the way they see the work. Because leadership becomes unsustainable long before it shows up on the outside. It starts on the inside. The pressure. The pace. The constant pull to do more, respond faster, carry everything. It doesn’t just shape your calendar. It shapes your identity. This is why @JessicaCabeen and I wrote the Drip Effect - a framework to remind you that you don't have to lead fast to lead well. Grab your copy now at https://t.co/kkqhaUW3XY

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

It’s rare for a school district’s strategic plan not to have language that pertains to a commitment of parent engagement or partnerships. Yet, often, we fall short in cultivating relationships with many of our parents/families. Let’s recalibrate and be more intentional in fostering meaningful relationships with our students loved ones so we can say in good faith that we do LIVE our Words on the Wall. #Recalibrate #Culturize #WordsOnTheWall #TheDripEffect

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

Thank you @RachelEdohoEket for your words of encouragement regarding my latest release, The Drip Effect: Breaking Free From Hustle Culture. Hoping practicing leaders and teachers will find value in our framework. Grab your copy today at https://t.co/3aMdkPFhPm

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

NEW RELEASE! My latest book, The Drip Effect, co-authored with my good friend @JessicaCabeen, is LIVE on Amazon & https://t.co/kkqhaUW3XY

You don’t have to lead fast to lead well. What if the greatest leadership advantage in a fast-paced world is the ability to slow down? If you’re a teacher, principal, district leader, or someone who leads without a title, this book will help you to slow down, regain clarity, rediscover your rhythm, and remind you that the hustle doesn’t need to become the norm. Get your copy now at this discounted price of $14.50 on Amazon or $12.00 for bulk orders of 25 or more. Limited time only, so get your copies today! #TheDripEffect

[Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket @RachelEdohoEket]

Thank you @casas_jimmy for sharing your words of wisdom & advice to help promote a positive culture in every school!

If you missed it, please watch now:
https://t.co/PInmaXlcm4

Please join us June 23-24 in Chicago at Culturize!

Registration here:
https://t.co/QrDvknRGtx

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

Proud to have published this powerful book by @DrBeanOC and Kathy Nash.
If you’ve ever been told you don’t belong, this is your reminder: other people’s words don’t get to write your story. What happened to you is not who you are. Keep going. Keep rising. One step at a time.

Grab your copy today at https://t.co/kkqhaUW3XY

[Dr. Laurie Barron @LaurieBarron]

I’m thrilled to share our fifth book together has been published by ConnectEDD! We’re excited to see it out in the world and hope it supports educators at every level while making a meaningful contribution to the profession.
@casas_jimmy @Jeff_Zoul @ConnectEDDBooks @pckinney

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

NEW RELEASE!! @ConnectEDDBooks EXPECT! ENGAGE! EMPOWER! Grounded in research and filled with practical insights, this book by @LaurieBarron and @pckinney is a call to action and a roadmap for educators who want to transform learning into a powerful, life-changing experience for every student. Grab your copy today at https://t.co/TVWCvqPH1l

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

LET’S GO!!! 45 days away. 20 states represented. 55 seats left. Don’t miss out! Join us at the Culturize Institute this summer in the Chicago area, June 23-24. Register your team today and walk away like you can make anything happen! https://t.co/OyKqkVL8k5

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

Nine months ago, @JessicaCabeen and I began discussing a challenge we were both seeing in the leaders we coach every day—the relentless pace, pressure, and demands of leadership. Hustle culture had become the norm, and we felt compelled to offer leaders a healthier, more sustainable way forward.

From those conversations, we developed The Drip Effect: Breaking Free From Hustle Culture—a practical framework designed to help leaders slow down, regain clarity, and rediscover their rhythm.

We’re excited to share that the book is now in its final editing stage and will be available for pre-order soon. To celebrate the launch, we’ll be offering:
• 40% off the retail price of $23.99 on Amazon
• 50% off bulk orders of 25 or more for a limited time

To inquire about bulk pre-orders, visit https://t.co/xW0ZW0WYnC Quantities and discounts are limited, so don’t wait.

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

Currently looking to close on ten (10) new contracts for 2026-27. Will your district be next? Contact us for a free consultation and learn how we can support you in taking your school/district to the next level. https://t.co/3fuKSPl9pX

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

How we discipline students says a lot about school culture. Discipline is about trust, teaching, pride, high standards, and relationships. How does your school view student discipline?

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

Your team isn’t looking for a flawless leader. They are looking for a predictable one. Consistency is the quiet currency of TRUST. The version of you that shows up on a random Tuesday in between big events is the one shaping the culture of your building. If you are looking for clarity, Lead from Who You Are by @Joe_Sanfelippo will help you find it. Grab your copy today at https://t.co/kkqhaUW3XY

[Jimmy Casas @casas_jimmy]

The hidden cost of culture. #TheDripEffect