Join Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder and President of Studer Education, as she welcomes the new year with reflections on a longstanding commitment to worthwhile work that helps educational leaders make a meaningful, lasting difference. In this episode, Dr. Pilcher introduces the 9 Pillars of Leadership Excellence—a practical framework grounded in decades of field experience—to help leaders strengthen culture, align teams, and drive measurable results. Listen to hear how leaders can: Establish shared practices that build consistency and trust across their organizations. Apply leadership tactics to strengthen communication, recognition, and performance. Take purposeful, actionable steps that create lasting impact for students, staff, and communities. Whether you’re leading a school, district, or team, this episode offers inspiration and practical guidance to move leadership from potential to performance—one step, one tactic, and one pillar at a time.