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Effective Leadership

RDPSD staff learn new skills through Aspiring Leaders session

Feb 12, 2025 | 11:30 AM

Staff at Red Deer Public Schools took part in a recent Aspiring Leaders session where they learned that leadership starts with small intentional actions.

Organizers say that was the main takeaway at the session where staff discussed and reflected on how simple and impactful habits can shape strong leadership.

During the session, a panel of leaders in Red Deer Public Schools including principals Chris Good, Jason Moline, Ryan Kure, and associate superintendents Ron Eberts and Nicola Golby talked about how small habits have strengthened their personal and professional lives.

Some of these included connections built with staff, supporting colleagues, and practicing gratitude.

“Leadership is about inspiring and empowering those around you to reach their full potential,” said Corrine Thorsteinson, Associate Superintendent of People Services in a media release. “Leadership is about influence, action and making a difference every day. By starting with tiny habits we can create a strong foundation for personal and professional growth, allowing leadership to grow naturally over time.”

Participants learned how to also implement new habits into their routines after they were inspired by the book Tiny Habits, written by BJ Fogg.

Those in the session then had a chance to reflect not only about what they learned, but on their own aspirations, and behaviours that would help them reach their goals.

There will be two more Aspiring Leaders scheduled to take place during the school year on April 3 (leadership spotlight) and on May 29 (leadership symposium.

“These sessions are a perfect opportunity for any Red Deer Public employee who wants to explore whether a formal leadership position is right for them; wants to build or enhance their leadership toolkit; wants to lead where they are at; or wants an opportunity to learn from and engage with other colleagues interested in leadership,” Corrine added.