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Changemaker ED“U”Imperfect Leadership & Shared Vision in Education with Peter StieplemanIn this episode, David sits down with Peter Stiepleman—former superintendent of one of Missouri’s largest school districts, leadership advisor, podcast host, and author of Serving as a Lead Learner: Powerful Reflections from America’s SuperintendentsPeter shares his unconventional path from working at the U.S. Embassy in Madrid to becoming a bilingual teacher in Oakland, California, and eventually leading a district of 19,000 students through times of both growth and crisis. He reflects on the lessons learned from embracing “imperfect leadership,” the importance of vulnerability, and the power of shared decision-making....
2025-10-0140 min
Accelerate Your PerformanceImperfect Leaders, Powerful LessonsIt's one thing to acknowledge outcomes that miss the mark; it's quite another to intentionally transform them into rich learning opportunities. Listen as Dr. Peter Stiepleman, leadership coach and retired superintendent , shares with Dr. Janet Pilcher the foundational principle of his podcast: the importance of reflective practice. This commitment to reflection is central to his podcast, An Imperfect Leader, where Peter interviews leaders weekly about decisions they made and what they learned from them. He and Janet then close with a discussion on the evolving landscape of education, including the integration of AI and the enduring value o...
2025-06-3022 min
What Are You Made Of?Embracing Imperfection: Leadership Lessons from Superintendent Peter StieplemanMike "C-Roc" welcomes Dr. Peter Stiepleman, an accomplished educational leader with a diverse background, including recognition as Missouri Superintendent of the Year.
Peter shares insights from his unique leadership journey, navigating the complexities of public education in communities as varied as Oakland, California, and Columbia, Missouri, to his current work coaching leaders and EdTech firms.
C-Roc and Peter dive into the challenges superintendents face, the often-overlooked political pressures in education, and Peter’s approach to "imperfect leadership" — an inspiring, human-centered philosophy aimed at driving systemic change.
2024-10-2830 min
Morning Motivation for EducatorsFrom Chaos to Collective Aspiration- Lessons in Imperfect Leadership Peter StieplemanEach year, we welcome nearly 150 new educators to the school district. We begin with a speech from the assistant superintendent for human resources, who acknowledges the high number of applications received and assures the new teachers that they are the best of the best. Following that, the Chamber of Commerce extends a warm welcome to the new teachers. Finally, it's my turn to address the audience. During my welcome speech, I share a personal anecdote from my first year of teaching in a trailer in Oakland, California. I recount a lesson I learned after a chaotic incident in my...
2023-12-2706 min
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators315: Human Centered Leadership in K12 education with Dr. Peter StieplemanOn today we speak with Dr. Peter Stiepleman, 2021 Missouri Superintendent of the Year. We explore keys to a human-centered leadership approach. Ready to meet our guest? Peter Stiepleman, EdD. Author, Leadership Coach, and Inspirational Speaker Dr. Peter Stiepleman is a locally, regionally, and nationally recognized leader who uses the power of storytelling to help leaders design better systems and help make complex concepts easier to understand. Peter is a self-starting, creative leader with experience engaging with diverse communities, from the United States Embassy in Madrid, Spain, to corporate insurance offices in San Francisco...
2023-12-1837 minMorning Motivation for EducatorsFrom Chaos to Collective Aspiration: Lessons in Imperfect Leadership Peter StiepleEvery year at the New Teacher Breakfast, I would welcome nearly 150 new educators to the school district. We would always start with our Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources who would announce how we’d received nearly 2,000 applications for positions and how they represented the best of the best. The Chamber of Commerce would soon follow with a welcome of his own. Following breakfast, it was my turn. I would give the Superintendent’s welcome where I always spoke of my first teaching experience in Trailer C in Oakland, CA. Sometimes, I would...
2023-12-0805 min
Unlocked with Skot WaldronUnlocking The Imperfect Leader With Dr. Peter Stiepleman"Unlocking The Imperfect Leader With Dr. Peter Stiepleman" is a thought-provoking podcast that redefines leadership paradigms. Hosted by Dr. Peter Stiepleman, this podcast dives deep into the concept of imperfect leadership, showcasing how embracing vulnerabilities and learning from mistakes can lead to remarkable growth and success. Through engaging interviews, personal anecdotes, and expert discussions, the podcast challenges the conventional notions of flawless leadership, emphasizing authenticity and self-improvement. Whether you're a seasoned leader or an emerging one, this podcast offers valuable insights and practical wisdom to help unlock your true leadership potential by embracing imperfections. Website: https://ilaa...
2023-09-1936 min
2023-07-2059 min
New Books in EducationPeter L. Stiepleman, "An Imperfect Leader: Human-Centered Leadership in (after) Action" (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023)An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023) tells the story of a superintendent from his first days to the pandemic. In each chapter, he responds to a series of questions to prompt genuine reflection. This book is structured to give leaders the tools to become predictably successful leaders. Peter Stiepleman, the 2021 Missouri Superintendent of the Year, lives and works in the Pacific Northwest. He serves as an advisor to leaders and hosts a weekly podcast where he talks to leaders across the nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-07-031h 01
New Books in Business, Management, and MarketingPeter L. Stiepleman, "An Imperfect Leader: Human-Centered Leadership in (after) Action" (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023)An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023) tells the story of a superintendent from his first days to the pandemic. In each chapter, he responds to a series of questions to prompt genuine reflection. This book is structured to give leaders the tools to become predictably successful leaders. Peter Stiepleman, the 2021 Missouri Superintendent of the Year, lives and works in the Pacific Northwest. He serves as an advisor to leaders and hosts a weekly podcast where he talks to leaders across the nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-07-0358 min
Education Leadership and BeyondELB 238 Dr. Peter Stiepleman: Superintendent, Author, and System Thinker Leader#ELB 238 Dr. Peter Stiepleman: Superintendent, Author, and System Thinker Leader
2023-03-1146 min
#ELB Education Leadership and BeyondELB 238 Dr. Peter Stiepleman: Superintendent, Author, and System Thinker Leader#ELB 238 Dr. Peter Stiepleman: Superintendent, Author, and System Thinker Leader
2023-03-1146 min
Show Me LiteraciesSystems Thinking and LiteracyDr. Cassandra Walker Suggs talks with guest Dr. Peter Stiepleman about literacy lessons learned throughout his career as a teacher and superintendent. Topics include the value of shared scope and sequence, the differing needs of teachers with varying levels of experience, family engagement, and systems thinking.
2023-02-2319 min
CEO Roundtable w. Fred Parry(AUDIO) @PStieple talks about the opening of a school year unlike any other in ColumbiaColumbia Public Schools will start classes exclusively online for most students Tuesday. Supt. Peter Stiepleman talked about what led to the move during CEO Roundtable.
2020-09-0842 minCEO Roundtable w. Fred Parry(AUDIO) Learn more about the famous aunt of @PStieple on the latest CEO RoundtableColumbia Public Schools superintendent Peter Stiepleman looks ahead to a unique fall semester, and tells us behind-the-scenes stories about his very famous aunt, during the latest CEO Roundtable.
2020-06-2244 min