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The Elemental Educator Podcast

The Elemental Educator Podcast

Education

Episode 51: What a Top Leader has to Say about Positive Cultures (wtih Phil Willott)

Episode 51: What a Top Leader has to Say about Positive Cultures (wtih Phil Willott)

2025-02-24
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In this episode of The Elemental Educator Podcast, host Tyler Comeau speaks with Phil Willott, the Director of Education at the Raleigh Education Trust, about the power of trauma-informed practices, inclusive leadership, and values-driven decision-making. Phil shares his journey from criminology to education and how his core values of kindness, courage, and relationships have shaped his approach to leadership. Discover how trauma-informed education transforms schools, why values-driven leadership matters, and how to implement courageous change while navigating challenges in education. 🚀 Want to grow as a leader? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for weekly insights!

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Engagement Question: What values do you think are most important in school leadership? Share your thoughts in the comments!

Timecodes:

0:00 - Introduction

0:36 - Meet Phil Willott: Director of Education, Raleigh Education Trust

2:14 - From Criminology to Education: Phil’s Unconventional Journey

5:42 - The Power of Kindness, Courage, and Relationships in Leadership

9:15 - How Trauma-Informed Practices Shape Inclusive Schools

12:07 - The Importance of Transparency and Trust in School Leadership

16:16 - Recognizing and Responding to Student Trauma in the Classroom

19:47 - Leading Schools Through Change and Community Engagement

23:22 - How to Implement Trauma-Informed Teaching Strategies

28:19 - The Five C’s Framework: Creativity, Confidence, Character, Curiosity, and Challenge

30:05 - Overcoming Resistance to Change in Schools

35:21 - The Role of Leadership in Addressing Adversity

40:01 - How Collaboration Strengthens Schools and Leadership

45:24 - How to Take Bold Risks and Drive Meaningful Change

50:00 - Final Reflections and Key Leadership Takeaways

#LeadershipInEducation #TraumaInformedTeaching #InclusiveLeadership

About the Channel Welcome to Elemental Educator – the community for leaders committed to growth, resilience, and meaningful impact. 🌍 Ground Your Leadership | 💨 Master Adversity | 💧 Navigate Change | 🔥 Ignite Bold Decisions Join us to explore actionable strategies, inspiring insights, and transformative practices that empower leaders to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Hosted by Tyler Comeau – speaker, podcaster, and consultant passionate about unlocking leaders' full potential through values-driven leadership and innovative solutions. Be part of a global movement shaping the future of leadership. ✨ Start your journey today! Follow and subscribe for fresh content that sparks action.

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