Best Robyn Jackson Podcasts (2025)

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You can't get to 100% on good intentions 36:38

1d ago36:38

36:38

You’ve written your 100% Vision, embraced the language of Buildership, and maybe even started using some of the tools, but if you’re still making decisions, managing your team, and approaching your work like a leader, you’re going to stay stuck. In this episode, we’re unpacking the subtle ways leadership habits sneak back in, even when you believe …

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Rewind: Why You Should Be Conducting Exit Interviews 29:46

8d ago29:46

29:46

Everyone focuses on getting teachers to stay. Almost no one asks what we can learn when they leave. That’s why this week, we’re doing a replay of one of our most talked-about episodes. You’ll discover a deceptively simple but deeply powerful strategy that most school leaders overlook, and why skipping it could be costing you insight, trust, and lon…

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How to Keep Staff Engaged at the End of the Year 35:22

15d ago35:22

35:22

It’s that time of year when everyone’s quietly tapping out. Teachers, students, even your best systems seem to be running on fumes. But what if the real problem isn’t burnout… it’s cultural drift? In this episode, we're digging into why the usual end-of-year leadership advice falls flat and what Builders do differently to keep staff meaningfully en…

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How to do Teacher Appreciation Week #LikeABuilder 31:39

22d ago31:39

31:39

Next week, schools everywhere are celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week. But, what if we’re celebrating the wrong things? In this episode, we explore how appreciation can unintentionally reinforce exhaustion, compliance, or martyrdom, and how Builders do it differently. You’ll learn how to use Teacher Appreciation Week as a strategic moment to rein…

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The one meeting teachers actually look forward to 31:48

29d ago31:48

31:48

What if one 15-minute conversation could give you more insight than a walkthrough, a post-observation conference, or a data meeting ever could? In this episode, I’m sharing how quarterly one-on-ones helped me build deeper alignment, spark authentic reflection, and finally understand what was really happening in classrooms. You’ll hear how I used th…

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When Everything Feels ...Fragile 35:05

1M ago35:05

35:05

When everything feels like it’s falling apart—mandates shift, morale dips, and chaos creeps into the day-to-day—most principals scramble to hold things together. But Builders do something different. Instead of reacting, they anchor. In this episode, Discover how the Buildership Model isn’t something you abandon in hard times—it’s what carries you t…

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How to Manage Your Boss When Your Boss Isn't a Builder 41:03

1M ago41:03

41:03

Ever had a boss shut down your work—not because it wasn’t working, but because it wasn’t their idea? In this episode, I’m talking about how to manage up like a Builder, especially when your boss is still stuck in traditional leadership thinking. I’ll share five practical strategies to help you protect your vision, navigate resistance, and keep buil…

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What your master schedule says about you 36:21

2M ago36:21

36:21

Most principals treat the master schedule like a logistical puzzle—but what if the real problem isn’t the puzzle pieces, but the picture you're trying to build? In this episode, I unpack why master scheduling feels so frustrating, what fear is really driving all those revisions and pushbacks, and what it would look like to create a schedule that tr…

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The Power of the Right Mentor 35:27

2M ago35:27

35:27

This week’s episode is more personal than most. I just learned that one of my longtime mentors is dying, and it’s made me pause and reflect on the profound impact mentorship has had on my journey. In this episode, I share what it really means to have a mentor, not just someone who gives advice, but someone who sees who you’re becoming and helps you…

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Is testing season taking over your school? 27:59

2M ago27:59

27:59

Testing season is here, bringing intense pressure that can derail instruction, school culture, and teacher morale. With district mandates looming and high-stakes assessments weighing on students and staff, it’s easy for schools to shift into panic mode. But Builders take a different approach—one that prioritizes real learning while still achieving …

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Overcoming the Spring Slump 34:04

2M ago34:04

34:04

Every spring, schools hit a slump—teachers check out, students lose focus, and principals feel like they’re the only ones holding everything together. The typical response? Push harder, pile on accountability, and try to ‘motivate’ people back into action. But Builders know better. In this episode, we’ll unpack why the Spring Slump isn’t a motivati…

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Who’s in Your Ear: How Your Tribe Shapes Your Trajectory 36:56

3M ago36:56

36:56

Who you listen to matters more than you think. As a Builder, you’re not just leading—you’re transforming schools in ways that most people around you don’t understand. But if the loudest voices in your ear are supervisors focused on compliance, colleagues who don’t share your vision, or skeptics who think you’re aiming too high, their doubts can sta…

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The Game-Changing Strategy No One’s Talking About -- And why you need it now 35:11

3M ago35:11

35:11

In this episode, I break down the 5 In/5 Out Process—a simple but powerful strategy every principal should implement before the school year ends. You’ll learn how this method helps eliminate learning gaps, reduces teacher overwhelm, and creates a seamless path for student success. Plus, I’ll share an unexpected benefit: how it can strengthen your s…

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Rewind: Keeping District Demand from Derailing Your Progress 28:43

3M ago28:43

28:43

We’re hitting rewind on this episode because it couldn’t be more relevant right now. With so many changes happening and looming, this is the perfect time to look at how to deal with district demands. If you’ve ever felt like district demands keep you from pursuing your 100% vision then today’s episode is for you. Discover how to secure the support …

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Your staff may not be as aligned as you think 31:35

3M ago31:35

31:35

Is your staff truly aligned, or are you constantly chasing, checking, and correcting just to keep things moving? Hidden misalignment is one of the biggest reasons schools struggle to sustain momentum and most principals don’t recognize it until it’s too late. In this episode, we’ll explore the three biggest ways misalignment is slowing you down, ho…

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Ben Williams - 99.9% Need Not Apply [#103] 1:24:14

3M ago1:24:14

1:24:14

Ben Williams: former Royal Marines Commando, coach, author, speaker, and now tech entrepreneur, having founded Loopin. His story is both incredible and inspiring - he fell into drug addiction, seriously considering leaving this world behind. From this, he managed to beat 99.9% of people to get into the Royal Marines and serve his country. As you ca…

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You don't have a motivation problem. You have an alignment problem. 32:12

4M ago32:12

32:12

If you’re constantly chasing, checking, and correcting your staff, you don’t have an unmotivated teacher problem—you have an alignment problem. The real reason teachers aren’t fully committed isn’t because they don’t care, it’s because they don’t have the feedback, support, culture, and accountability needed to take full ownership of their work. In…

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The problem with small wins 33:44

4M ago33:44

33:44

Are you tired of putting in endless hours chasing small wins that never seem to add up? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on why small wins and incremental growth are keeping your school stuck—and how Builders achieve transformational, exponential results instead. Discover why your current approach to school improvement might actually…

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How to Handle Uncertainty 34:27

4M ago34:27

34:27

Feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty? You're not alone—but Builders have a secret for turning chaos into clarity. In this episode of School Leadership Reimagined, we’re diving into the simple yet powerful steps Builders use to transform even the most overwhelming challenges into manageable, solvable tasks. I’ll walk you through the exact process Buil…

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What is Staff Alignment? 32:39

4M ago32:39

32:39

Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels trying to get your staff on the same page? In this week’s podcast, I’m breaking down what “staff alignment” really means—and why so many traditional leadership strategies fail to achieve it. We’ll explore why compliance isn’t enough, the four key actions that actually drive alignment, and how small shifts …

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How to conduct more meaningful walkthroughs 26:21

4M ago26:21

26:21

I’m pulling back the curtain on how to transform walkthroughs from a dreaded chore into a powerful leadership tool that builds trust, empowers teachers, and drives school-wide success. I’ll share my personal journey of reimagining the walkthrough process—turning it into a meaningful practice that delivers actionable insights, strengthens relationsh…

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My Biggest Lesson of 2024 29:29

5M ago29:29

29:29

Happy New Year! This week, I’m sharing the biggest lessons of 2024 that I am taking with me into 2025. I say “lessons” but it’s really just one big lesson I had to learn over and over again. I’m hoping to save you the trouble by breaking down the lesson here so that you can learn from my mistakes and walk into 2025 more successful #LikeABuilder.…

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Do you feel like you’ve only got this ONE school year to make a difference? 24:11

5M ago24:11

24:11

Today is Christmas and I am spending time with my family but I didn't want to leave you hanging. So here's one of my favorite episodes from last year. Do you feel like you’ve only got this ONE school year to make a difference? If so, you're probably chasing the quick wins, putting an enormous amount of pressure on yourself and your teachers, and st…

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The most important question of all 31:23

5M ago31:23

31:23

This week, we’re wrapping up our series on Questions Worth Asking with the hardest one yet: Do you REALLY believe in your 100% vision? It seems like a simple question on the surface. You might even be thinking “of course I do!” but let me ask you this: If you truly believed in your vision, would you be doing what you’re doing in your school right n…

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What's your 80/20? 28:55

5M ago28:55

28:55

Do you know your 80/20? In other words, do you know what work you do that is primarily responsible for the success you’ve gained? And more important, are you investing most of your time and energy in the 20% or are you wasting time on work that is giving you little in return. That’s the question we’re examining as we continue our series on Question…

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Scott Walker: The Real Life Liam Neeson [#102] 1:01:56

6M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

Scott Walker: ex-hostage negotiator, best selling author, world renown speaker, negotiation trainer and above all, he’s probably had one of the most difficult jobs in the world. When pirates have hijacked a ship, when a criminal gang has kidnapped someone, when an entire company’s future is being held to ransom from a cyber-attack, Scott would get …

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You can't get to 100% on good intentions 36:38

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Rewind: Why You Should Be Conducting Exit Interviews 29:46

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How to Keep Staff Engaged at the End of the Year 35:22

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How to do Teacher Appreciation Week #LikeABuilder 31:39

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The one meeting teachers actually look forward to 31:48

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When Everything Feels ...Fragile 35:05

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How to Manage Your Boss When Your Boss Isn't a Builder 41:03

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What your master schedule says about you 36:21

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The Power of the Right Mentor 35:27

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Is testing season taking over your school? 27:59

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Overcoming the Spring Slump 34:04

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Who’s in Your Ear: How Your Tribe Shapes Your Trajectory 36:56

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The Game-Changing Strategy No One’s Talking About -- And why you need it now 35:11

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Rewind: Keeping District Demand from Derailing Your Progress 28:43

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Your staff may not be as aligned as you think 31:35

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Ben Williams - 99.9% Need Not Apply [#103] 1:24:14

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You don't have a motivation problem. You have an alignment problem. 32:12

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The problem with small wins 33:44

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How to Handle Uncertainty 34:27

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What is Staff Alignment? 32:39

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How to conduct more meaningful walkthroughs 26:21

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My Biggest Lesson of 2024 29:29

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Do you feel like you’ve only got this ONE school year to make a difference? 24:11

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The most important question of all 31:23

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What's your 80/20? 28:55

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Scott Walker: The Real Life Liam Neeson [#102] 1:01:56

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