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EPISODE · May 8, 2025 · 45 MIN

119. Developing Tier II Leaders: Empowering the Middle to Move the Mission with Dr. Kristy Love

from Catching Up with Casey · host Casey Watts, Clarity-Driven Speaker, Author, Leader

“Mid-level leaders are the linchpins of organizational success.” That’s what Harvard Business Review found when studying the role of leaders who sit between top decision-makers and front-line staff. And in schools, that couldn’t be more true.In this episode, I’ll be joined by Dr. Kristy Love, an assistant principal in the Houston area who has made it her mission to grow the leadership capacity of Tier II leaders—those who lead from the middle. Whether you're an administrator, instructional coach, teacher leader, or team facilitator, this episode is packed with insight on how to bring clarity to your role and build the internal character muscles needed to lead with confidence and consistency. If you're ready to elevate your influence and help others do the same, this conversation is for you.Important Links:Give teachers what they want WITHOUT spending more or micromanaging: ⁠https://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/clarityoverclutter⁠Need help getting your leaders trained in a purposeful way? ⁠https://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/identity⁠Ready to build the habits of a clarity-driven leader? Get ⁠The Craft of Clarity⁠ book!

“Mid-level leaders are the linchpins of organizational success.” That’s what Harvard Business Review found when studying the role of leaders who sit between top decision-makers and front-line staff. And in schools, that couldn’t be more true.In this episode, I’ll be joined by Dr. Kristy Love, an assistant principal in the Houston area who has made it her mission to grow the leadership capacity of Tier II leaders—those who lead from the middle. Whether you're an administrator, instructional coach, teacher leader, or team facilitator, this episode is packed with insight on how to bring clarity to your role and build the internal character muscles needed to lead with confidence and consistency. If you're ready to elevate your influence and help others do the same, this conversation is for you.Important Links:Give teachers what they want WITHOUT spending more or micromanaging: ⁠https://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/clarityoverclutter⁠Need help getting your leaders trained in a purposeful way? ⁠https://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/identity⁠Ready to build the habits of a clarity-driven leader? Get ⁠The Craft of Clarity⁠ book!

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