Chris Munro, John Campbell, and Jim Knight talk about what leadership coaching really looks like in schools. So much of it comes down to the conversations we have every day—the small moments that help people think, reflect, and grow.

In this episode they discuss ideas from their latest book Growth Talk, including tools like the Learning Conversations Map and the GROWTH model—both designed to help leaders turn ordinary interactions into meaningful opportunities for learning. They also talked about some of the core skills that make coaching powerful: asking good questions, really listening, and being fully present.

Tune in to learn about the mindset behind coaching—valuing progress over perfection, and seeing every exchange as a chance to build trust, clarity, and hope. Whether in schools or beyond, these ideas remind us that great leadership starts with how we connect with others.

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Learn more about Introduction to Leadership Coaching:

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Learn more about Managing Challenging Conversations:

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Jim Knight talks with William DeJean, founder of Unleashed Learning, about what it means to teach and lead in what he calls the “era of overwhelm.” Their conversation explores how systems thinking, a clear teaching and learning mission, and the use of both “what” and “how” data can create real coherence in schools. Together, they unpack how shared language and sustainable coaching practices can help educators move past compliance and scattered strategies toward classrooms where learning is purposeful and engaging.

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Learn more about The Impact Cycle workshop:

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In this episode, Jim Knight and Jessica Wise look back on the 2025 Teaching Leading Coaching (TLC) Conference, sharing moments that stood out and lessons that stayed with them. They talk about what makes instructional coaching meaningful, how caring communication shapes real partnerships, and why collaboration among educators matters so much.

The conversation touches on memorable keynote sessions, useful coaching practices, and the sense of community that continues to grow through TLC. Jim and Jessica also share what’s ahead for future conferences and new coaching opportunities, all centered on helping educators learn together and stay focused on what matters most—students.

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Learn more about 1:1 Impact Coaching:

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