Stoic Leadership and Remaining Calm in Times of Chaos with Guest Glenn Robbins

TheSchoolHouse302 One Thing Series School Leadership Podcast

About Glenn Robbins Glenn Robbins is the proud Superintendent of the Brigantine Public School District in Brigantine, New Jersey. He has served as a public school superintendent in New Jersey since 2016. Prior to becoming a superintendent, he was a middle school principal, a high school assistant principal, a high school social studies teacher, and a varsity coach. He is a best selling author of Calm In The Chaos: Ancient Stoic Wisdom for Successful School Leadership and a sought after speaker. Glenn has been awarded numerous administrative national and state recognitions, including the National Exemplar of Education Award, Northeast Innovative Superintendent Award, NJ Visionary Superintendent Award, Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools Member, NASSP Digital Principal of the Year, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Winner, and SETDA Student Voice Award Winner. He has been invited to the White House and the US Department of Education several times. He is also the proud recipient of a National Superintendent Certification, and serves as an AASA National Governing Board Member, AASA Aspiring Superintendent Mentor, and Chair of NJASA Technology Committee. Glenn has been recognized across the globe for his innovative school and district improvement methods and has been featured in numerous conferences, books, podcasts, and other publications. Glenn is passionate about helping school leaders create schools where every student and educator can have the opportunity to succeed to their utmost potential in a VUCA world. What You’ll Find in this Episode with Glenn Robbins Glenn starts with the connection between stoicism and school leadership. He takes us back to ancient philosophy, including Epectitus. The book is short and powerful. A practical read and guide for school leaders. Glenn talks about how the world is so chaotic and how the wisdom in his book is a friend to new and inspiring leaders. Listen to what Glenn says about being a Superintendent in a shore community and what he takes from the waves. Glenn poses a great reflection question: How do we react when things hurt us? Expressing gratitude once again is a primary habit and mindset people must embrace. Don’t miss what Glenn says about the imposter syndrome. Glenn mentions following Robert Greene’s work, Damon West, Chris Singleton, Danny Bauer, and other friends that have supported his leadership. Check out Billy Oppenheimer’s Sunday Six. Glenn talks about the future. Don’t miss what he’s done with the school furniture. Lastly, Glenn reminds us that running schools is not a zero-sum game; reach out to a leader on social media and connect about school leadership, personal growth, and human connection. Joe & T.J. Are Now Booking Summer and Fall Events! Space is limited but dates are still available. If you’re ready to take your leadership skills to the next level or you want to build the capacity of the folks on your team, we have the solutions that you need. Our engaging keynotes and interactive leadership workshops are designed to equip you and your leaders with the tools and strategies you need to thrive in today's complex and ever-changing educational environment. Contact us to learn more about our offerings and book a session for your organization today! A few ideas: Join one of our Mastermind groups Book us for a keynote to kick off the year with your teachers Allow us to train your school leaders on any number of our proven models Have us join your retreat to kick things up a notch with practical takeaways Bring us in virtually or in-person to talk about one of our books Call us for something unique We can’t wait to hear from you. Joe & T.J.