Leading change in schools is tough—teachers have seen it all, and skepticism is real. If you’ve ever rolled out an initiative only to be met with resistance (or worse, complete disengagement), this episode is for you. Dr. Michael Meechin breaks down the strategies that make change actually stick—without exhausting your staff or yourself.
In this episode, we cover:
✅ Why ‘initiative fatigue’ kills momentum (and how to avoid it)
✅ The right way to build staff buy-in and trust
✅ How to roll out change in phases without overwhelming your team
✅ Handling resistance—from skeptics to full-blown cynics
✅ The importance of early wins and ongoing feedback
Plus, Mike shares one of the hardest changes he ever led—shifting to standards-based grading—and what it taught me about leadership, persistence, and getting people on board.
If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start leading change that lasts, this episode is for you.
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