299. Simplifying the Journey of Leadership: Featuring Bob Sonju

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In this compelling episode of Aspire to Lead, we delve into the creative process and inspiration behind the influential book "Simplifying the Journey." Discover the story behind why Bob felt it was essential to share his insights on educational leadership and we break down the six pivotal action steps outlined in the book, offering clear guidance for those seeking to navigate their leadership roles with confidence and purpose. We also explore the defining qualities that contribute to the success of effective teams, schools, and district leadership, highlighting the importance of fostering a positive and collaborative environment. Additionally, we dive into the concept of intellectual humility—an often overlooked but critical trait for leaders seeking to encourage growth and adaptability within their organizations. This episode provides a unique look into the principles and practices that can transform leadership from good to great, offering fresh perspectives and practical advice for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their educational communities.

About Bob Sonju:

Bob Sonju is an award-winning educational leader, author, and speaker who is nationally recognized for his energetic commitment to coaching teacher teams and educational leaders in simple, doable processes and systems that create the conditions for lasting success. Bob has led two separate schools to National Model PLC at Work® status, and one of his schools also received the prestigious National Breakthrough School Award from the National Association of Secondary School Principals. As a district leader, Bob led the implementation of the professional learning communities (PLC) process in a district composed of over 50 schools. He is committed to making the work of collaborative teams and school leaders both simple and doable, as evidenced in his book, Simplifying the Journey. Bob was named Principal of the Year by the Utah Association of Secondary School Principals and was selected as one of three finalists for National Principal of the Year by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. He’s been published in various Solution Tree titles, including It’s About Time, Best Practices at Tier 2, and Help Your Team. His work has also been featured in the magazine Principal Leadership. Bob earned a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree, and an endorsement in school leadership from Southern Utah University.

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