Lindsay Cravens: Lindsay landed the principal job after reading Build Leadership Momentum

Lindsay Cravens is currently in transition from being the High School Principal at Stockton (KS) for the past 3 years to my new position of High School Principal at Republic County (Belleville, KS). This fall will be her final semester working towards my EdS in District Administration from Fort Hays State University.

Show Highlights

• Impact of 'Build Leadership Momentum' on her interview process and confidence.

• Dynamic book insights, strategies and leadership philosophy.

• Importance of being calm and prepared as a leader.

• Keys to building relationships and enjoying the job.

• Importance of admitting mistakes and learning from them.

• Value of mentorship and continuous learning.

• Community support, including help from the FFA group.

• Tips to provide for all students and create a supportive environment.

"The book gave me a lot of good talking points and planning points to go from not only in the interview, but to feel more prepared. And then I'm going to use some of those pieces going into the next school year as well. So now I will be the high school principal in Belleville."

-Lindsay Cravens

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