In this episode, Darrin sits down with longtime education leader and author Todd Nesloney for a powerful conversation on leadership, culture, and hiring. Todd shares his journey from instructional aide to principal, and now as the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for TEPSA. They discuss actionable insights into how schools can improve hiring processes, retain great staff, and onboard new hires in ways that reflect school values. Todd also shares lessons from his writing career, the importance of amplifying others' voices, and why leaning into discomfort is essential for leadership growth.

If you’re looking to improve your hiring systems, strengthen your culture, or simply need inspiration to keep growing as a leader—this episode is for you.

🔗 Connect with Todd: www.toddnesloney.com

📘 Check out Todd’s books, including Kids Deserve It and Building Authenticity

📷 Follow Todd @TechNinjaTodd on all social media

🎧 Learn more about Darrin’s leadership work at www.roadtoawesome.net