Summary: Dr. Jim and Steve Wilder, Superintendent of Sycamore School District, discuss the power of reflection over action in leadership. Steve shares his transition from science teacher to superintendent, emphasizing the importance of building trust, coaching leaders, and fostering a reflective culture. They explore the challenges of leadership in education, strategies for impactful decision-making, and the value of patience and open communication. Tune in to learn how leaders can create long-term impact by taking their time and encouraging thoughtful reflection within their teams. Key Takeaways: Leadership Development: Effective leadership involves mentoring and coaching, encouraging leaders to grow and reflect.Visible Leadership: Maintaining visibility and engagement with students and staff is crucial for any educational leader.Building Relationships: In a new leadership role, taking time to build trust and relationships is more valuable than immediate task completion.Patience in Decision-Making: Being patient and reflective leads to better decision-making and stronger leadership culture. Chapters: 00:00 Leadership Lessons from a Superintendent's Journey 07:53 Evolving Leadership: From Task Orientation to Growing Leaders 11:00 Building Trust and Patience in Leadership Transition 20:33 Balancing Mandatory Coaching Sessions with Informal Engagement 24:14 Building Leadership Capacity Through Reflection and Long-Term Impact Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung Connect with Steve Wilder: linkedin.com/in/steve-wilder-3a1009206 Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda  Join us at Engaging Leadership to learn and connect with a community of leaders in education just like you. This is the space where top people leaders share actionable insights and practical playbooks in fostering a high-performing workplace of the future. Sign up as a member today for community updates on the latest leadership resources and exclusive event invites: k12.engagerocket.net