080: Unlocking Student Potential: The Leadership Journey with Maureen Chapman and James Simons

What if leadership skills were taught right alongside academic content?

In this episode, Maureen Chapman and James Simons, co-founders of Cor Creative Partners, share their powerful approach to helping all students develop leadership skills like motivation, perseverance, communication, and collaboration within everyday classroom learning.

Their new book, Leaders of the Class, challenges the idea that leadership development is only for a select few. Instead, they offer practical strategies that make leadership accessible to every student through intentional teaching and thoughtful integration.

You’ll hear insights on how to build authentic motivation, create space for productive mistakes, and support students as they grow into confident, capable leaders. This conversation is especially valuable for educators who want to strengthen engagement and support social-emotional growth without adding more to their plate.

Explore how leadership can come to life in any classroom and learn how to make it happen.

EPISODE RESOURCES:

Connect with Maureen Chapman and James Simons via their website, Cor Creative Partners and LinkedIn (Maureen + James), and email at workwithheart@corcreativepartners.com.

Purchase their new book, Leaders of the Class!