S4E2 - Christopher Koch Leads with Empower

Christopher Koch Leads with Empower Christopher Koch is one of the Assistant Principals at Bunnell High School (Stratford, CT Public Schools). I was first introduced to Chris during a Spring 2021 Zoom team building event and developed a great relationship with Chris during our 2-week Summer Empowerment program with students from Stratford Public Schools. Chris has a unique ability to develop trusting connections with those that he leads - from students to faculty/staff and fellow administrators. You will hear about Chris' thoughts on relationships, fear of failure, finding balance, and so much more during our discussion! 00:32: Introducing Christopher Koch Leads with Empower 16:04: Education Beyond the Classroom 35:20: The 21st Century Summer Empowerment Program with Stratford Public Schools 48:24: Christopher's Thoughts on Himself as a Leader 57:20: Finish the Drill and Episode Closure Tremendous leadership insight from Chris during our conversation, including discussions about: The importance of avoiding "disconnection" from the students, teachers, and classroom as an administrator Strategies for task completion and finding balance Learning to confidently (and responsibly) take risks and overcome fear of failure "I've always believed that the further you allow yourself to get away from the classroom and the kids, the further you remove yourself from the fabric that makes up the school." Learn more about Chris and the amazing team at Bunnell High School: Bunnell High School Website Bunnell High School on Twitter and Instagram Musical Credit to Matt Jaskot Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co