Ep 43 | Steve Bollar: How to Embrace Your Uniqueness as a LeaderSteve Bollar, a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve, is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a culture and motivation expert. At 6’7, everyone assumed he would become a basketball player, but instead he pursued a career as an art teacher and eventually as a motivational speaker. In this episode of the She Finds Joy podcast, Steve and Kim discuss how we are told that in order to be a leader, you need to have certain a...
Ep 43 | Steve Bollar: How to Embrace Your Uniqueness as a Leader
Steve Bollar, a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve, is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a culture and motivation expert. At 6’7, everyone assumed he would become a basketball player, but instead he pursued a career as an art teacher and eventually as a motivational speaker.
In this episode of the She Finds Joy podcast, Steve and Kim discuss how we are told that in order to be a leader, you need to have certain attributes. Leaders are often expected to show little emotion, always be serious, not to have fun, and definitely never reveal their vulnerabilities. But, in reality, when you take the magic of who you are and integrate that with real leadership skills, you are able to maximize results and become a leader who is truly connected to your people.
“I’ve always done things differently and I say ‘Why not me?’” - Steve Bollar
Tune in to learn about:
- Steve’s journey from art teacher to motivational speaker.
- The importance of understanding what you respect and value, and how that leads to your decisions.
- How to do things differently than what others expect from you.
- Ways you can find the courage to show up as your most authentic self.
- Why you aren’t supposed to blend in with the crowd.
- How to stand tall in your life and have confidence in everything you do.
- How to have a vision instead of blindly stumbling through life.
Helpful Links
- Steve’s Twitter
- Steve’s Facebook
- Steve’s LinkedIn
About Kim
Kim Strobel is Chief Happiness Officer at Kim Strobel Live Events and Retreats. She is a teacher, consultant, motivational speaker, happiness coach, and a mission-minded person whose passion helps others overcome their fears and discover their joy!
You can follow Kim’s journey on Instagram at @KimStrobelJoy, and in the free private, She Finds Joy Facebook community.
About Steve
Steve Bollar is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a school culture and motivation expert. He is known for his quick wit, creative thought, and humorous personality.
Steve is the author of the leadership book Stand Tall Leadership, school culture book Ideas, Ideas, Ideas!, and is a contributing author in the book School Climate 2.0: Preventing Cyberbullying One Classroom at a Time.
Steve openly shares his knowledge, experiences and creativity with others. He currently speaks to students, staff and communities throughout the country about how to think differently about schools, education, and life.
Social Media:
Twitter: @standtallsteve
Instagram: @standtallsteve
Facebook: Stand Tall Steve https://www.facebook.com/standtallsteve1
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/standtallsteve/
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