Lead People with Purpose

08/09/2025 16 min Temporada 7 Episodio 404
Lead People with Purpose

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Episode Synopsis

In this live episode, Dr. Janet Pilcher welcomes Dr. Cory Strasser, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services for Rapid City Area Schools. In a special conversation recorded at the Destination High Performance K-12 Leadership Conference, Dr. Strasser shares his proven approach to building a "people first" culture. Listen as he reveals how his commitment to intentional, values-based leadership, including strategies like feedback loops and rounding, has led to significant gains in student, parent, and employee experience.This episode addresses questions such as:What does it mean to be a leader who puts people first?How are intentional, follow-up conversations more impactful than data alone?Why is gratitude a key driver of positive culture and organizational excellence?Recommended Resources:  Transform District Culture with People-First Strategies, Grow Your People, What K-12 Leaders Need to Know for Real, Lasting Improvement