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The Principal"s Handbook

Are you feeling swamped by the demands of being a principal? From juggling emails, calls, and decisions to boosting test scores and wading through endless paperwork, the pressure is real. But imagine a scenario where you no longer feel this overwhelming stress. Picture yourself as a more resilient leader, concentrating on enhancing your school rather than merely coping with the daily tasks that currently consume your time. I‘m Barb Flowers. Drawing upon my eight-year experience as an elementary

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19:14

Resetting Tier 1 Behavior Supports After Winter Break

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/12/30

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Does your school need a reset on behavior after the break? January is the perfect time for principals to pause, reflect, and reset Tier 1 behavior supports—before small issues turn into daily fires. In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb Flowers walks you through how to treat January like a fresh start for behavior systems, even though it’s midyear.Barb shares real examples from her own school, practical PBIS-aligned strategies, and

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15:14

Celebrating Principal Wins in 2025

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/12/23

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.What if you paused long enough to notice just how far you've actually come this year? In this episode, we’re talking about the power of celebrating your leadership wins—big and small—and why principals rarely give themselves enough credit. I’m sharing simple reflection questions to help you recognize your growth, honor the hard things you navigated, and step into 2026 with intention and confidence.Reflection Questions in the Episode:What did I

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20:24

The Eight to Four Non-Negotiables for Principals

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/12/16

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.What would your school—and your life—look like if you protected your time as fiercely as you protect everyone else’s? In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, we break down the 5 Eight-to-Four Non-Negotiables that help principals get more done during the school day without sacrificing their evenings, weekends, and families. Barb walks you through a free planning guide to help you personalize these non-negotiables for your building. You can

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15:33

Managing December Emotions in Schools

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/12/09

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Have you noticed that the closer you get to winter break, the quicker every little problem seems to turn into a big one? The weeks leading up to winter break can magnify stress, fatigue, and frustration for both teachers and administrators — and if you’re not intentional, that negativity can spread fast.In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, we unpack why December tends to amplify overwhelm and reactivity in school cultures and what it

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15:28

Keeping Behavior Expectations Consistent During the...

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/12/02

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Are behavior expectations slipping as holiday events, assemblies, and schedule changes take over your building? December can be exciting, but it can also be one of the toughest months for student regulation, staff consistency, and Tier 1 fidelity. In this episode, we unpack why behaviors tend to increase before break, what students may be silently carrying into the holidays, and how leaders can bring calm, clarity, and predictability when

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16:48

Three Tips for Principal's Mental Health

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/11/25

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.As a principal, it’s easy to pour everything into your school and forget about yourself. But your mental health matters—because a healthy, grounded leader creates a healthy school.In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb Flowers shares three essential strategies to protect your well-being as a school leader. You’ll learn how to:Set and protect boundaries that allow you to truly leave work at workGive yourself grace and quiet the

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19:48

Five Traits of Strong Instructional Leaders

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/11/18

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.What sets strong instructional leaders apart from those just managing the day-to-day? In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, you’ll learn five key traits that help principals lead learning, not just logistics.You’ll discover:Why great leaders see themselves as lifelong learners and model that for their staffHow to protect time for instructional leadership—even when the day gets chaoticWays to use evaluations, PD, and data as tools for

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25:42

When Teacher Teams Just Can’t Get Along (and What to...

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/11/11

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Have you ever walked into a PLC and instantly felt the tension in the air? In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb unpacks why some teacher teams just can’t seem to get along—and what you can do about it as a leader.You’ll learn:How to identify hidden patterns and root causes behind team conflict (it’s not always personalities).Mindset and empathy shifts that help you approach tough teams with calm and authority.Simple structures and

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15:56

When You Feel Like You Can Never Leave the Building...

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/11/04

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.As principals, it can feel impossible to step away from the building—whether you’re sick, at PD, or attending district meetings. The guilt, the worry that everything will fall apart, and the pressure to be present 24/7 can take a toll. In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb Flowers unpacks why leaving the building matters for both your staff and your own well-being. You’ll learn:How to model healthy boundaries for teachers when you

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16:33

Parent Pushback in Discipline: Staying Calm When...

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/10/28

Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Few moments feel as draining as picking up the phone after a discipline referral—only to face an upset, defensive parent on the other end. The pushback can trigger doubt, defensiveness, and second-guessing. But here’s the truth: conflict with parents doesn’t have to derail you. It can actually become a chance to strengthen trust and connection.In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb Flowers shares how to stay calm and lead with

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20:15

Having Meaningful Teacher Evaluations as a Principal

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/10/21

Click here to join The 8 to 4 Principal Leadership Hub for only $19 a month.Teacher evaluations are one of the few times principals get to step fully into the role of instructional leader—but too often they become rushed, compliance-driven, or even discouraging for staff. In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb Flowers unpacks how to make evaluations a meaningful, growth-oriented process instead of just another checkbox.You’ll learn:Why anchoring your feedback to the rubric builds

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19:33

Leading Discipline Without Burning Out

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/10/14

Introducing my new membership for principals: practical coaching + ready-to-use resources to help you lead with confidence and protect your time. Click here to learn more!Discipline is one of the most draining parts of a principal’s job—not just because of student behavior, but also the ripple effects with staff, parents, and even your own energy. Without the right systems and boundaries, discipline can feel like it takes over your entire life.In this episode, I’ll walk you through

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17:08

Imposter Syndrome as a Principal and How to Silence...

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/10/07

Introducing my new membership for principals: practical coaching + ready-to-use resources to help you lead with confidence and protect your time. Click here to learn more!Do you ever think, “If they really knew me, they’d realize I’m not ready for this”? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb dives into the reality of imposter syndrome—the self-doubt that makes you question your skills, experience, and belonging.Drawing from her own journey as a young

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17:12

Balancing Empathy and Authority in School Leadership

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/09/30

Introducing my new membership for principals: practical coaching + ready-to-use resources to help you lead with confidence and protect your time. Click here to learn more!As principals, most of us entered education because we care deeply about kids—we’re naturally empathetic. But leadership also requires authority: the ability to set direction, uphold standards, and make tough calls. The challenge? Finding the balance between the two.In this episode, Barb Flowers unpacks the tension between

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29:37

Self-Efficacy & Time Management for Principals

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/09/23

Introducing my new membership for principals: practical coaching + ready-to-use resources to help you lead with confidence and protect your time. Click here to learn more!Struggling to feel confident in your leadership role? This episode with AP and doctoral researcher Stan Koterba explores how self-efficacy—your belief in your ability to lead—directly connects to how you manage your time, set boundaries, and build sustainable routines. We’ll talk imposter syndrome, email habits,

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14:42

Who Are You as a Principal? Redefining Your Identity...

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/09/16

What if your identity as a principal isn’t fixed—but a choice you get to make every day? In this episode, we’re diving into the powerful concept of identity and how it shapes your leadership. Barb unpacks the 1.0 vs. 2.0 self exercise—one of her favorite coaching tools—to help you reflect on who you’ve been and intentionally step into who you want to become.You’ll walk away with a practical strategy you can use for yourself and your teachers to foster growth, boost confidence, and shift out

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18:15

Why Principals Struggle with Discipline (and How to...

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/09/09

In this episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges principals face: discipline. If you’ve ever felt like student behavior consumes your entire day, leaving you drained and reactive, you’re not alone.I’ll walk you through the common traps principals fall into — reacting emotionally, taking behavior personally, and rushing to consequences — and share mindset shifts that will help you lead discipline with clarity, calm, and confidence.Whether you’re handling discipline with or

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20:38

Why PBIS Tier 2 Matters and Tips to Make it Simple...

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/09/02

Is your PBIS Tier 2 system supporting students—or overwhelming your staff? In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb Flowers shares why Tier 2 behavior systems are often the trickiest to implement and exactly how her team transformed theirs from a paperwork-heavy burden into a simple, sustainable support system for students and teachers.You’ll learn:Why Tier 2 matters and the common mistakes schools makeThe exact steps Barb’s team took—from team formation to intervention deliveryThe

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16:48

Master Your Week: Planning Tips for Principals

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/08/26

Are you tired of feeling like there’s never enough time to get it all done? In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, we dive into Master Your Week: Planning Tips for Principals. Join Barb Flowers, certified life coach and experienced principal, as she unpacks how intentional planning can transform your efficiency, reduce stress, and even help you walk out the door by 4 p.m.Barb shares her personal planning system — blending digital and paper calendars — and reveals how a simple weekly

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17:57

Creating Leadership Routines That Stick All Year Long

The Principal"s Handbook ·

2025/08/19

Do you wish you could lead with more intention and less stress this year? In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, we’re diving into how to create leadership routines that actually stick—so you can be more proactive, visible, and grounded throughout the school year.I’ll walk you through:Why routines are the secret to consistent leadershipHow to build routines that align with your prioritiesCommon reasons principals struggle with routines (and how to fix them)Practical examples of daily

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