Today we're pleased to bring you an episode from The Authority Podcast on the Be Podcast Network.

In this conversation between host Ross Romano and Jen Schwanke, Ed.D., you'll hear about Jen's latest book, The Principal’s Guide to Conflict Management.

They discuss:

• Is all conflict bad?
• The opportunities conflict can present
• Long-term risks of conflict
• Did Jen receive training before becoming a leader?
• Process: Anticipate, Analyze, Act
• Is there conflict that doesn’t require action?
• Common sources of conflict to eliminate

Get The Principal’s Guide to Conflict Management from ASCD or wherever you get your books.

Hear more from Jen on the Principal Matters Podcast.

About today’s guest

Jen Schwanke, Ed.D., is a longtime educator, teaching and leading at all levels. She is the author of four ASCD books and has published hundreds of articles for various educational publishers. She has written and presented for multiple state and local education organizations, and has provided professional development to various districts in the areas of school climate, personnel, and instructional leadership. An instructor in educational administration at Miami University of Ohio, Dr. Schwanke currently serves as a Deputy Superintendent in Ohio. You can find her at https://jenschwanke.com.

About the host

Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on LinkedIn or Bluesky.

Ross also hosts Sideline Sessions, a podcast for coaches and parents of student-athletes. The show features conversations with coaches and performance experts in the NFL, NBA, NCAA, Olympics, and more. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3Rp0QGt

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