Invest in the Growth of Others


Dr. Lewis Ferebee, Chancellor of DC Public Schools, shares nuggets of wisdom on today’s episode. Don’t miss his tips on getting into “necessary trouble,” why your professional tree is important, and the impact of authenticity.


Meet Our Guest

Dr. Lewis Ferebee has been the Chancellor of DC Public Schools since 2018. He has over 20 years of experience in education, including serving as the Superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools; Chief of Staff for Durham Public Schools; and Principal, Instructional Improvement Officer and Regional Superintendent in Guilford County Schools. You can follow him on Twitter @DCPSChancellor.


Related Resources

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A few things you’ll hear in this episode:

  1. As a leader, how do you manage aligning your resources with your strategic goals?
  2. Why is it sometimes important to get into “necessary trouble”?
  3. What does it mean to invest in the growth of others, and why is it important to your own growth?
  4. What is the role of vulnerability in leadership?