Principal Efficacy with Barb Flowers The Catholic School Leaders Podcast

This episode features an insightful conversation between host John Mihalyo and guest Barbara Flowers, a seasoned principal and certified life coach with a doctorate in K-12 leadership. 
The discussion centers on the concept of leadership efficacy, particularly within the context of Catholic school administration. 
Barb shares her extensive experiences and the importance of self-efficacy among educational leaders, emphasizing the drastic changes in the roles and challenges faced by principals in recent years. 
Key topics include:
The impact of principal efficacy on career performanceStrategies for overcoming self-doubtThe significance of prioritizing well-being and setting boundariesThe value of continuous professional development. Managing burnoutDelegating effectively, and Fostering a growth mindset among staffThe importance of reflectionPlanning for improvement00:18 Introducing Barb Flowers: A Principal with a Mission
01:18 Exploring Leadership Efficacy in Catholic Education
02:12 The Evolving Role of Principals Post-COVID
04:26 Building Self-Efficacy and Delegating Effectively
08:50 The Importance of Professional Development for Principals
16:24 Addressing Principal and Teacher Burnout
29:18 Reflecting and Planning for a Strong School Year Finish