Lassoing Leadership – Beard’s Book Club
Episode Title:
Calm in the Chaos: Leadership Insights
Keywords:
leadership, education, ruckus making, mindset, humility, feedback, psychological safety, Ted Lasso, school leadership, Calm in the Chaos
Summary:
In this episode of Beard’s Book Club, hosts Jason Rogers and Garth Nichols sit down with Danny Bauer and Glenn Robbins, the co-authors of Calm in the Chaos. Together, they unpack what it means to lead with calm, courage, and humility in today’s schools. The conversation explores how to create psychologically safe environments, embrace feedback, and develop the mindset of a “ruckus maker” who challenges tradition in the service of growth.
Drawing parallels to Ted Lasso, the group reflects on the importance of authenticity, belief, and humor in leadership—reminding us that leading with heart is just as important as leading with vision.
Key Take Aways:
Ruckus makers in education challenge traditional methods.
Creating a school environment worth showing up for is essential.
Leaders must remove their ego to foster collaboration.
Feedback is a vital tool for growth and trust.
Psychological safety allows for honest, courageous communication.
Humility is the hallmark of effective leadership.
Every year presents a fresh opportunity for renewal.
Leaders should never take themselves too seriously.
The number one job of a leader is to inspire belief.
Great leaders learn from—and share—their mistakes.
Soundbites:
“You have to remove your ego.”
“Every year is a new opportunity.”
“Leadership is not easy.”
Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to the Book Club
06:00 - Meet the Authors: Danny and Glenn
07:05 - Ruckus Making in Education
11:03 - Mindset Shifts in Leadership
14:42The Importance of Humility
16:02 - Creating Space for Leadership
19:43 - The Challenge of Feedback
29:43 - Ted Lasso: A Leadership Analysis
