Leadership With Latoya Podcast

In this episode, Latoya discusses two key essentials for leaders: situational awareness and emotional intelligence. Both can be developed by practicing using the power of the pause! Press play to learn more!

Leadership isn’t about choosing what’s easy—it’s about choosing courage. In this episode, Dr. Latoya Dixon shares how embracing imperfection, discomfort, and uncertainty can strengthen trust and fuel growth.You’ll learn three courage practices for leaders, plus a simple reflection tool to help you step out of your comfort zone and into growth.

Great leadership doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built through preparation and practice. In this episode of Leadership with Latoya, Dr. Latoya Dixon shares practical strategies to help leaders stay organized, protect time for priorities, and rehearse with intention. Walk away with simple habits that boost confidence, sharpen execution, and ensure you show up at your best.

In this episode of Leadership with Latoya, Dr. Latoya Dixon discusses the critical role of organizational culture in leadership. She emphasizes that culture is not just about slogans or posters but is reflected in the daily experiences and interactions of team members. Through personal anecdotes, she illustrates how culture can impact team dynamics and performance. Dr. Dixon outlines three key practices for leaders to shape a positive culture: modeling desired behaviors, addressing toxic elements, and celebrating aligned behaviors. She encourages leaders to be intentional in their approach to culture, as it significantly influences organizational success.

Leadership With Latoya is BACK! Check out this quick episode to learn more about Season 7!

Latoya tells the story of her first bicycle and what it taught her about joy!

Another great story about my Mom and the significance of her dinner table.

Latoya discusses how her Momma’s push to do her best has made a difference in her life.

Latoya recalls memories of her Grandmother Moa and lessons she learned from her.

Latoya introduces a new series, Family Lessons, and tells stories of what she’s learned from her life experiences.

In this episode Latoya chats with Mike Patrick, North American Sales Leader for Education Markets at Milliken and Company. Mike's 12 minutes of leadership wisdom will not only inspire you, but spark your thinking on how you can become a better leader for the people you serve. Mike makes it clear that quality matters and our purpose as leaders is to support, inspire, and grow the people we serve in ways that make a difference. This is one of the best episodes of this season. Don't miss it! Press play!

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Rosa Perez-Isiah, a 27 year veteran of public education and a fierce advocate for equity and social justice. Dr. Isiah helps us think through what leaders can do to create a more equitable educational experience for students and to grow themselves in our ever-changing world. Finally, she gives us some insight on her new book, Beyond Conversations About Race, and challenges us all to take action to make equity a reality for every student in our care. Press play!

In this episode, Latoya welcomes Dr. John Hodge to the show. Dr. Hodge reminds us that great leaders remain true to their core values and are able to rely on them for direction and clarity in the most challenging of circumstances. His practical insights and advice are sure to leave you thinking about how you can grow in your leadership. Press play!

In this episode, we welcome president and CEO of the Aurora Institute, Susan Patrick. Susan's candid conversation regarding the global implications that the pandemic has had on leaders and the need for leaders who are able to transform the system of public education in ways that honor student voice, agency, and authentic demonstration of mastery is sure to get you thinking. Together, we take a look back at the past year, and more importantly, a look forward in hopes of giving leaders some additional insights as they work towards a brighter and better future for students in the public education system. Press play!

In this episode, Latoya chats with Dr. Chuck Ambrose about passion and impact. From the systems level to the individual level, effective leaders strive to make a difference in the lives and experiences of others. Chuck offers practical advice on how leaders can make sure they remain open to learning, take calculated risks, and empower others in ways that make an incredible difference. Press play!

In this preview to Season 5, Mike and Latoya provide a glance into the various topics they’ll tackle this season. From authenticity to courage, leaders of every discipline can find some practical things in this season to apply to their work and lives! Press play! Leadership With Latoya is back!

In this episode, Latoya and Mike chat about what it means to lead with courage. From making decision with fear in play to finding the bravery to putting your vulnerability on display, courage is never absent from the work of the world's most impactful leaders. This conversation is sure to give you some things to think about. Press play!

In this episode, Latoya invites two colleagues, Tonya German-a high school principal in North Carolina and Mike Waiksnis, Executive Director of Middle and High Schools in a South Carolina district on the podcast to discuss how school closure due to COVID-19 has impacted educators, students, and families. Press play for an insightful and heart wrenching conversation!

Courage is the ultimate challenge of leadership. Do you have it?

Quick questions and wonderings about professional development. Listen and let me know what you think!