Building Brave Cultures Starts with You

Guest: Dr. Debbie McFalone, Leadership Facilitator, Author, and Founder of Live Well, Lead Strong

Key Topics Covered:

Leadership Journey: Debbie shares pivotal moments from her career as a teacher, principal, superintendent, and now a full-time coach and consultant.

Core Values in Leadership: Learn why courage and integrity are non-negotiables in effective school leadership, and how to align your actions with your beliefs.

Mindful Leadership: Discover how self-awareness fuels trustworthiness and informed decision-making.

The Power of Reflection & a Personal Board of Directors: Debbie encourages leaders to reflect on their formation and to surround themselves with trusted thought partners.

Her Book – Meeting the Moment: Debbie introduces ideas from her latest book focused on leading with conviction and practical strategies for navigating challenging times. Explore her publications.

Creating Brave Cultures: Understand the connection between trust, vulnerability, and student success—and how brave conversations can elevate a school’s culture.

Leadership Development Work in Michigan: Hear about her work with principals across Muskegon County and the impact of empowering people, building strong cultures, and optimizing systems.

Future of Education: Debbie reflects on the changing landscape of education and the importance of flexibility, relevance, and transferable skills.

Rapid Fire Fun: Get to know Debbie with a fun round of questions—from her guilty pleasure TV show to whether a hot dog counts as a sandwich.

🔗 Helpful Links:

Learn more about Debbie: Live Well, Lead Strong – About Debbie

Debbie’s new book: Meeting the Moment

Explore leadership coaching and workshops: Live Well, Lead Strong Services