logo
episode-header-image
Sep 2022
44m 33s

Episode 37: Bite Down and Don't Let Go w...

Darrin Peppard
About this episode

Dr. Chris Hobbs is a 20-year veteran of education holding positions of teacher, coach, student minister, principal, athletic administrator, & executive director in the suburbs of Washington D.C., New York City, West Palm Beach, and Houston. In his current role as Director of Institutional Advancement at Second Baptist School, he provides global leadership to admissions, advancement, communications, and marketing for four campuses, two models of education, and nearly 2,000 students. His career has been marked by the ability to excite and rally communities around a common mission. During his time as an athletic director, he was named a Top 40 Under 40 Sports Leader by Coach and AD magazine and the National High School AD of the Year by BSN - Varsity Brands.

As a blogger, podcast guest, and keynote presenter, Hobbs’ insights on leadership are regularly featured in the educational, non-profit, and corporate spaces. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education, a master’s degree in sports coaching, an educational specialist and doctor of education in educational leadership, he is a certified master athletic administrator from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrator’s Association, and holds a certificate in organizational leadership from Northwestern’s Kelloggs School of Business. Dr. Hobbs resides in Houston, Texas with his wife, Jen, who holds a master’s degree in educational leadership herself and is the Director of Student Support Services at Second Baptist School. They have three children (20, 18, 16) who have all attended Christian schools and colleges the entirety of their education.

Social Media handles: Twitter / Instagram - @dr_chrishobbs 

Email/contact info: coachchrishobbs@gmail.com

Bite Down and Don't Let Go (Dr. Hobbs' blog)

Book recommendations from Dr. Hobbs:

Generation Z Unlimited by Tim Elmore

Know What You're For by Jeff Henderson

ROAD TO AWESOME COURSES ARE NOW LIVE (here's the link)

Check out my newest blogpost, Three Time Management Hacks You Probably Weren't Taught

Sign up for the Road to Awesome newsletter right here

Professional learning for leaders doesn’t have to be a mystery. As leaders there are times when learning alongside your staff is very important. You have to know what is expected of them and what strategies and processes should be evident in the classroom. However, we often overlook professional learning specifically for leaders designed to help them be…BETTER LEADERS. This is what we do at Road to Awesome. Working with leadership teams to be their most effective and efficient, one on one coaching for leaders, collaborative leader cohorts, or specific and job-embedded supports each have their own specific processes. I want to work with you to support YOU, your TEAM, or your district on growing leaders to their peak level of performance.

Check out the Teach Better Conference here: https://teachbetterconference.com/ use the Code: RTATB2022 for $50 off your registration

Book Darrin for your event - click here

Up next
Oct 5
Episode 238: Leading with Clarity with Casey Watts
In this episode, I sit down with Casey Watts—speaker, author, thought leader, and creator of the Clarity Cycle Framework. With over 20 years in education and a decade of coaching experience, Casey has helped countless leaders bridge gaps, foster commitment, and build sustainable ... Show More
42m 56s
Sep 28
Episode 237: Family, Faith, and Fist Bumps with Dr. Zac Bauermaster
In this week’s episode of Leaning Into Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Zac Bauermaster, an elementary principal in Lancaster County, PA, whose fist-bump videos with students recently went viral — one reaching over 382 million views on Instagram. But behind the headlines is a lead ... Show More
30m 42s
Sep 21
Episode 236: Courage, Recovery, and Hope with Dr. Kacy Shahid & Dr. Kevin Lein
In this episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard is joined by Dr. Kacy Shahid and Dr. Kevin Lein, members of NASSP’s Principal Recovery Network. They share their personal journeys through tragedy, the lessons they’ve learned, and the hope they bring to school leaders everywhere.Key ThemesLead ... Show More
45m 23s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2024
308. Finding Fulfillment in Leadership: Featuring Walter McKenzie
In this engaging episode of Aspire to Lead, we sit down with Walter McKenzie, author, ASCD leader, and co-creator of The Worthy Educator, to explore the complexities of leadership in education. Walter shares his thoughts on the temptation to say "yes" to roles because of titles, ... Show More
28m 14s
Jan 2021
How to Avoid Making Mistakes: A Disaster Expert Explains How to Prepare for Major Career Disruption - with Dr. Gleb Tsipursky (Ep 65)
“Our emotions, our intuitions, and our gut reactions will often lead us in the wrong direction,” said Dr. Gleb Tsipursky in my interview with him, recorded on Friday 27th of March 2020. Never have we ever in our lives, in this generation, at this point in time, wanted to know mor ... Show More
41m 52s
Feb 2025
Become a World-Class Leader
In this episode, John Maxwell dives into how he became a world-class leader and offers practical steps for you to become one too! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow sit down to talk about what John has shared and help you to apply it to your own life and leadership. Key ... Show More
37m 30s
Feb 2025
How to Develop Leaders
It’s one thing to have a lot of followers, but it’s much better to develop leaders! In this episode, John Maxwell is sharing a lesson on how to successfully create other leaders in your business or organization. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede discuss what John has sh ... Show More
37m 40s
Jan 2025
How to Get Leadership Succession Right
When Jason Buechel became CEO of Whole Foods in 2022, he faced the challenge of succeeding co-founder John Mackey, who led the company for over 40 years. This leadership transition was not only a personal challenge for Buechel but also a significant shift for the entire organizat ... Show More
31m 59s
Dec 2024
Dr. Will (@iamdrwill.bsky.social) - Dr. Will 2025
Before I get into who Dr. Will is, I want to introduce you to a life-changing course from Dr. Akilah Willery.The Midlife Educator's Job Search Blueprint is your personalized roadmap to navigating career transitions confidently. Whether you're seeking a leadership role in K12 educ ... Show More
23m 51s
Feb 2021
148 Trey Taylor - A CEO Does Three Things
For some CEOs and leaders, getting pulled in countless directions each day is par for the course. Many leaders feel they have to be involved in all aspects of their business. When that happens, they end up spending valuable time, effort, and focus on low priority items and low pr ... Show More
18m 26s
Mar 2025
530: Bill Gates & Steve Ballmer’s Direct Advisor: Leadership, Self-Management, and Life Lessons
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 530, an interview with a seasoned executive coach and the author of You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need), Sabina Nawaz.   In this episode, Sabina shares her journey from software development at Microsoft to advisi ... Show More
45m 46s
Sep 9
Dr. Colin M. Fisher: The Hidden Science of Group Dynamics | Strategy and Leadership Podcast
How do you build teams that truly work together instead of falling into dysfunction? In this Strategy and Leadership podcast, Dr. Colin M. Fisher—Associate Professor of Organizations and Innovation at UCL School of Management and author of The Collective Edge—shares two decades o ... Show More
25m 15s
Feb 2025
When Hiring, Emphasize Skills Over Degrees
The best leaders know that a person’s skillset and their willingness to learn are more important than the degree they have. Ginni Rometty, former Chairman and CEO of IBM, understands this deeply. She spearheaded a company-wide shift to skills-based hiring and development during h ... Show More
31m 36s