Can you hold high standards and still maintain a positive culture? Absolutely. In this powerful episode, Dr. Jim Van Allan dismantles the false divide between positivity and accountability, showing school leaders how the two actually reinforce each other. Discover how clear expectations, honest conversations, and consistent support create a culture where people thrive—not just survive.

• Redefining accountability as a leadership strength, not a weakness

• How to have tough conversations that uplift, not tear down

• Creating a climate of clarity, trust, and shared responsibility

• The “Accountability Sandwich” model for productive feedback

• Why positivity without structure leads to confusion and burnout

Learn more about The Energy Bus for Schools program at www.EnergyBusForSchools.com and connect with Dr. Jim Van Allan at Jim@JonGordon.com.

What if your school could turn the principles of The Energy Bus for Schools into daily habits that transform your culture?

That’s exactly what the brand-new Energy Bus for Schools Field Guide is designed to do.

In this episode, we’re talking about how this powerful resource takes the 7 principles from The Energy Bus for Schools and brings them to life with ready-to-use activities, engaging discussions, and practical exercises for the classroom, the teacher’s lounge, and beyond.

You’ll discover how the Field Guide helps your staff and students:

• Understand and live out the rules of the bus.

• Build unity through shared language and experiences.

• Keep positivity alive even when challenges roll in.

Whether you’re a principal wanting to launch a school-wide initiative, a teacher ready to energize your classroom, or a district leader looking for a proven framework, this Field Guide is your roadmap.

🎙 Listen in and get on board — because when the whole school is fueled by purpose, positivity, and teamwork, amazing things happen.

GET YOUR COPY HERE: Energy Bus for Schools Field Guide on Amazon

As a school leader, your energy is one of your most powerful tools—but where is it going? In this energizing episode, Dr. Jim Van Allan walks you through an “Energy Audit” to help identify the people, practices, and places that may be silently draining your positivity. You’ll walk away with practical tools to refuel your leadership, refocus your time, and renew your school culture.

• Discover where your energy leaks are hiding

• Three categories to assess for leadership clarity

• Simple changes that make a big difference

• Building an energizing calendar and daily routine

• Modeling energy management for your staff

Learn more about The Energy Bus for Schools program at www.EnergyBusForSchools.com and connect with Dr. Jim Van Allan at Jim@JonGordon.com.