315. Strength-Based Leadership and the Power of Play: Featuring Dr. Jeff Springer

What if leadership were less about control and more about connection? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Jeff Springer challenges us to rethink how we lead by focusing on building authentic relationships, cultivating a vibrant school culture, and embracing the power of play. Together, we dive into the art of repurposing roles, fostering strength-based conversations, and unlocking the true potential of every individual in a school community. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or lifelong learner, this episode offers fresh perspectives and bold strategies to redefine what leadership can look like in education. About Dr. Jeff Springer An educator for 34 years, is the founder of the G.O.A.L. TEAM (Getting Others to Achieve Higher Levels). The G.O.A.L. TEAM was created for helping high school students and young adults to maximize their personal leadership potential. Jeff recently released his book titled dad prep and is available on Amazon. Jeff, a former Texas High School Head Football Coach and eleven-year veteran of the classroom, is also formerly the Principal at Magnolia High School (2002-2016). In 2013 Jeff was selected as the State of Texas TASSP State Principal of the year. Besides founding Spring Strategies LLC, www.playmoretoday.org providing educational executive coaching, Jeff also served part time as the Minister of Men at Wildwood UMC, is currently a University Student Teacher Supervisor at Sam Houston State, and is also the founder of Suit Up Ministries, a nonprofit men’s ministries www.thedaduniversity.com. Jeff attended Abilene Christian University where he played on the 1977 National Championship Football team, received his Bachelor of Arts in Teaching from Sam Houston State University, and obtained his Masters of Sports Administration from the United States Sports Academy. In the spring of 2020, Jeff completed his Doctorate in Education with an emphasis in Transformational Leadership from Concordia University. Jeff is passionate about people and “play.” Developing others and helping them see their value and completeness is what drives Jeff in all his relationships. Jeff loves being a husband, dad and a grandfather. He is always seeking for ways to acknowledge men that strive to be the daily active devoted dads they are called to be.   Jeff, who resides in Montgomery, Texas, has been married for 43 years and has two children, and three grandchildren. Follow Dr. Jeff Springer Website: www.playmoretoday.org  Twitter (X): @cultivatingplay Instagram: @playmoretoday3 Facebook: Spring Strategies LLC Linkedin: Jeff Springer, Ed.D YouTube: @thedaduniversity https://www.amazon.com/DADPREP-Preparation-Legacy-52-Week-Devotional/dp/B0BRZ4JDPV?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gPoOdu06WPENpRxt6x-ZxjT0bAnL5WhoD6rkpt7ceCM.hkrDlYLk9cxon7QL00qIpRMZxBIAkR9Ruk7d13kSR30&dib_tag=se&qid=1733634767&refinements=p_27%3ADr.++Jeffrey++A.+Springer&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Dr.++Jeffrey++A.+Springer&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=87b1f3bbe6d99c208fe3162861b33d8c&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://youtu.be/XjNEFT0enk0 — Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Joshua Stamper  for presentations on Leadership Capacity, Mental Health Strategies, Alternative Behavior Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. — Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2   Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio!  It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1953852386&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show.   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.