117: ASPIRE To Lead - Joshua Stamper chats with us about relationships, passion projects, and going further to be a leader.

Assistant Principal, and host of the ASPIRE Leadership Podcast, Joshua Stamper, chats with us about relationships, passion projects, and going further to be a leader. Joshua talks about changing the structure of education, looking at what you're doing to affect your district, and why we cannot be afraid to ask questions. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/joshuastamper Episode Highlights 4:23 - What id you cannot make it to the Teach Better Conference? 8:30 - Previewing the episode with Joshua Stamper. 11:17 - Joshua introduces himself. 11:50 - Joshua's failure: Proving to his district that he could go beyond his subject matter and be a leader. 15:51 - Joshua's success: Creating a program for peer groups and partnering with PTA members and community members. 18:38 - Joshua shares what he'll be speaking on at the Teach Better Conference. 20:43 - What's got Joshua excited about education right now: Technology. Joshua mentions Chad's episode of the ASPIRE Podcast. Listen here! 23:44 - Joshua's advice for new teachers: Don't be afraid to ask questions. 26:26 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less. 30:25 - How to connect with Joshua. Joshua's Recommendations EdTech Tool: Calendly Book: "The Coach Adventure" by Amy Illingworth Who to Follow on Twitter: Evan Robb (@ERobbPrincipal) Sarah Johnson (@SarahSajohnson) Nathan Maynard (@NmaynardEdu / Brad Weistein (@WeinsteinEdu) YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: Todd Nesloney and Rick Wormeli Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Everyone needs to create. Everyone needs a passion project. Best piece of advice you've ever received:  "In relationships, love is a choice." - Joshua's mom. Links to Connect With Joshua Website: www.joshstamper.com Twitter: @joshua__Stamper Facebook Page: @AspirePodcast