7: Beyond Silos: Building Collaborative School Teams That Transform Outcomes

from System Shift: Leading Change So Students Thrive · host Dr. Gail Angus, Dr. Leesa Huang, and Dr. Mary Beth Kropp

Why do some school teams thrive, and others stall out in silence? If you’ve ever left a meeting wondering why the same voices dominate or why others never engage—this episode is for you. In this powerful episode of System Shift, the hidden forces that sabotage collaboration are explored, including hierarchy, unspoken rules, and fear of speaking up. In This Episode: How cultural norms, power dynamics, and fear hinder collaboration Why vulnerability and psychological safety are essential leadership tools The impact of “unwritten rules” vs. intentionally designed norms How distributed leadership and trust unlock collective efficacy Learn practical strategies to audit your team dynamics and foster authentic collaboration Because collaboration doesn’t happen by chance, it happens by design. When leaders model vulnerability and create safe, purpose-driven environments, every voice can contribute to better decisions and stronger outcomes for students.   Visit us at Navigatedu.com!

NOW PLAYING

0:00 19:37

1×

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

Bringing it all together.

Mar 31, 2026 ·54m

Why is the vendor role so contentious in the cyber ecosystem?

Mar 27, 2026 ·14m

But what do you really want?

Mar 24, 2026 ·42m

Strategic approaches to talent: A practical guide.

Mar 20, 2026 ·42m

Food Saved My Life

Mar 19, 2026 ·34m

Mid season reflection with Kim Jones.

Mar 17, 2026 ·41m

Similar Podcasts

MG Show MG Show The MG Show, hosted by Jeffrey Pedersen and Shannon Townsend, is a leading alternative media platform dedicated to uncovering the truth behind today’s most pressing political issues. Launched in 2019, the show has grown exponentially, offering unfiltered insights, comprehensive research, and real-time analysis. With a commitment to independent journalism and factual integrity, the MG Show empowers its audience with knowledge and encourages active participation in the political discourse. Eat to Live Jenna Fuhrman, Dr. Fuhrman Our health is our most precious gift and smart nutrition can change your life. Each month, join Dr. Fuhrman and his daughter, Jenna Fuhrman as they discuss important topics in the world of nutrition. Eat to Live will change the way you eat and think about food. Kaizen Blueprint Aldo Chandra "Kaizen" is a Japanese term for continuous improvement. This podcast provides a blueprint to learn about health, wealth, relationships and everything else in between. Through our podcast, we strive to inspire, educate, and motivate our audience to cultivate a mindset of lifelong learning, productivity, and personal development. By sharing insights, strategies, and practical tips, we aim to guide listeners on their journey towards realizing their fullest potential, fostering success, and creating lasting positive change. Solving for Change MOBIA Technology Innovations Solving for Change welcomes business and technology leaders to share stories of bold business transformation within complex organizations. In an era when technology and markets are changing around businesses, the key to staying competitive is to evolve in response to those changes. MOBIA’s Mike Reeves and Marc LeBlanc investigate business transformation, deconstructing the challenges, ambitions, and market disruptions that drive companies to embark on transformation journeys, and exploring their unique approaches to achieving meaningful outcomes. What sparks leaders to pursue business transformation? How do they overcome the challenges along the way? What are the keys to creating enduring change? Through in-depth conversations with business and technology leaders, Mike and Marc answer these questions and explore how businesses evolve by pulling four key transformation levers: people, process, technology, and culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of System Shift: Leading Change So Students Thrive?

This episode is 19 minutes long.

When was this System Shift: Leading Change So Students Thrive episode published?

This episode was published on July 28, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Can I download this System Shift: Leading Change So Students Thrive episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.

URL copied to clipboard!