Episodes

Dr. Rachael George thought education was the last place she would end up while she was fighting wildland fires with the U.S. Forest Service. It wasn’t until a hard conversation with a base manager in Grangeville, Idaho did Rachael realize she needed to put her chainsaw down and make a bigger impact on the world. Rachael is a member of the ASCD Emerging Leaders Class of 2015 and currently serves as the principal of Sandy Grade School in the Oregon Trail School District. Over the past six years,...

Maria Lewis Ramadane brings over twenty-five years of professional experience in nonprofit management, government, and education. She specializes in leadership development and coaching in the public and private sector, and for the past nineteen years worked in public and private education teaching students from Pre-K – post secondary education. Her career in education began as a teacher of students with special needs; with over thirty years as a building level administator. She served as an adju...

Laura Jennaro is a wife, mom, learner, and leader who has been in the field of education for 19 years, half of that time in the classroom, with the other half spent serving others through leadership roles. The majority of Laura’s work has been with middle school-aged students, but she has enjoyed the years with high schoolers. While her career path has had some unexpected twists, she values every experience. Laura is currently a principal at a large, urban middle school in southeast Wisconsin wh...

After almost a year on hiatus, the In AWE Podcast is re-launching! In this episode, Sarah shares why the show took a break, reveals exciting news about the expansion of the In AWE Podcast team as well as joining a team, and previews the series feature for the month. #InAWEtoRISE Connect with Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkdIN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/pod...

In this Jolt, Sarah shares a story of how she was affirmed in her own purpose while traveling this summer to deliver a keynote meant to help the audience affirm theirs. It is a special story of how we are all inextricably tied with our stories woven together, which we can see if we choose to notice. #InAWEtoRISE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Sarah shares exciting news about an upcoming chapter in her professional life, a message about noticing the paver stones in our lives, and an update on what to expect from the In AWE Podcast in format from now on. #InAWEtoRISE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inawepodcast/message

Janeene Mainor is a Principal of six years at Springwoods Elementary in Prince William County Schools. A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Janeene has completed studies at James Madison University, Old Dominion University, and The University of Virginia. She began her 23 years in education teaching 3rd grade and Kindergarten in Chesapeake Public Schools, After a decade, of working across the city in diverse school settings, she relocated to Northern Virginia continuing her career in Alexandria City S...

Sarah reflects upon her daughters' demonstration of leadership in their unique ways, prompting listeners to consider how they can see leaders in all areas of their lives and be inspired by those around them---even their children. Connect with Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkdIN Sarah on Facebook In AWE Podcast Subscribe to the Podcast Sarah’s Going Beyond Balance Facebook Community Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sar...

Lacy Warren is a wife, mom, a high school principal, doctoral student and runner. She has been a principal for six years, mostly at the high school level but spent a year partying with preschoolers. Lacy enjoys being outdoors, playing golf, watching the Chiefs, Royals, and KU basketball. In her free time....well she doesn't really have much but she enjoys prioritizing hanging out with friends and family. In this episode, we discuss: Lacy’s experiences leading in schools as a principal, the ch...

Have you ever interviewed for a job and not received the promotion you were seeking? In today’s episode featuring Alex Valencic, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper discuss the topics of working through the disappointment, establishing your relationship with your new supervisor, and the way to have transparent conversations about your goals. About Alex Valencic: Alex Valencic is an educator, former small business owner, Boy Scout, volunteer drug prevention specialist, unrepentant bibliophile, and a...

McCaila Andrews is a Canadian native living in Wisconsin. She loves theatre, her husband Timothy & ice cream. McCaila works as a pastor at Red Cedar Church, specializing in the areas of creative worship, administrative leadership & communication. In this episode, we discuss: McCaila’s journey into the Pastoral Profession and the joys and challenges of leading during this COVID Pandemic. She shares about how her passion for theater helped shape her leadership skills, and the ways that passion tra...

Sarah shares how the #oneword focus can lead to priorities and the powerful example she has experienced in being able to focus on her personal quadrant to work toward her own vision. Through her coach, Diana Schaapveld and the FasterWay to Fat Loss program, Sarah has been able to conquer her sugar addiction, release her running streak, and focus on strength--all areas of focus in her personal quadrant from her #oneword goal areas. Her story shows how powerful God's timing can be and how sometime...

Sarah shares examples of how taking your big goals and placing them into smaller chunks to focus upon for periods of time allows you to manifest through action your vision. She illustrates examples from her own life and the process of using the Savor Planner. Link to purchase a My Next 90 Day Planner: https://bit.ly/SavorPlannerSJohnson Link to register for coaching with J Casas and Associates: https://bit.ly/JCasasCoaching Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on Fac...

Sarah shares the tool she uses to keep track of her #oneword focused balance quadrant goals. The Savor Beauty Life Planner--My Next 90 Days is a tool that allows you to vision, plan, and execute weekly goals to get to your vision in 90-day cycles. It is powerful, so listen to Sarah's take on it and consider checking it out yourself! Link to purchase a My Next 90 Day Planner: https://bit.ly/SavorPlannerSJohnson Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkdIN Facebook:...

Sarah shares her insights about the process of setting a one word and the power it has to focus our priorities and act with intention. In part 1 of this short series, she shares the process for choosing a one word, her experiences in selecting the one word for this year, and how she reviews her quadrant goals to keep focused. In part 2 of the series, she shares the tool to keep her focused on the planning and follow-through. In part 3. Sarah shares specifics from her first 90 days to focus and ...

Sarah reflects upon her conversation with Barbara Gruener from episode 120 and the power of collaborating in creativity. Connect with Barbara: Barbara's Website Barbara on Twitter Episode 21: In AWE of Barbara Gruener-Motherhood Series Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkdIN Sarah on Facebook In AWE Podcast Subscribe to the Podcast Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, L...

Author of The Corner on Character blog and the book, What's Under Your Cape?, Barbara Gruener is a beloved school counselor, speaker, mentor and coach who works passionately to influence school culture and climate change while helping to foster healthy habits and nurture caring connections among school families and their stakeholders. She positively thrives on stretching empathy. In addition to spending time connecting with family and friends, Barbara loves inspiring people to savor being in the...

Sarah reflects on her conversation with Nichole "Nicki" Burton and shares a message meant to inspire you to consider how you can take what is creative and unique inside you and share it with others. Connect with Nichole: Nicki's Website: Kincs By Nicki Kincs By Nicki on Facebook Kincs By Nicki on Instagram Eye Level is Buy Level: The Power and Success of a Dope Tablescape Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkdIN Sarah on Facebook In AWE Podcast Subscribe to th...

At the age of five, Kincs by Nicki, Founder and Designer Nichole “Nicki” Burton began her journey as an artist. A Columbus, Ohio native; Burton is a self-taught artist and designer who has turned her passion for drawing and painting into a sustainable enterprise. Burton’s creative instinct propels her to experiment with color and texture, producing a signature style that has evolved into a vibrant brand of wearable art that is far from ordinary. Burton’s process for creating new pieces manifests...

Sarah reflects upon the concept of being a creator and how important it is for us to realize we all have the ability to uniquely contribute to the world. Check out Evan Whitehead: Balance, Boundaries, and Breaks Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkdIN Sarah on Facebook In AWE Podcast Subscribe to the Podcast Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, A...

Lindsay is the founder of The Truly Co and publisher of Truly magazine, a print publication that shares the truth of the Gospel, encouragement, and faith stories. She is a speaker, teacher, and writer and holds a Master's degree in Strategic Leadership. Based in the Minneapolis, Minnesota area, she is passionate about her family and enjoying the beautiful little moments of life. In this episode, we discuss: Lindsay’s journey through self-doubt as she developed her understanding and confidence to...

Sarah reflects upon her interview with Dr. Michele Borba and the THRIVERS model she shared. In reflection, Sarah illustrates the power of protective factors to mitigate generational trauma and connects to a personal story from her own family. Her call to action is to review your own divinely appointed protective factors as well as empower yourself knowing you can be one in the life of a child or even an adult. #InAWEtoRISE Connect with Dr. Michele Borba: Dr. Michele Borba's Website Dr. Michele B...

Michele Borba, Ed.D. is an internationally renowned educator, award-winning author, and parenting child expert recognized for her solution-based strategies to strengthen children’s character, resilience, and reduce peer cruelty. A sought-after motivational speaker, she has spoken in 19 countries and five continents, and served as a consultant to hundreds of schools and corporations. Clients include Sesame Street, Harvard, U.S. Air Force Academy, 18 US Army Bases in Europe and the Asian-Pacific, ...

Sarah shares her reflection on the power of Lisa Gaede's message from Episode 116 and reflects upon the impact of our choice to learn to release and take action. #InAWEtoRISE Episode 116: In AWE of Lisa Gaede-Courage Series Episode 46: In Awe of Lisa Gaede-Gratitude Series Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkdIN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson In AWE Podcast: www.inawetorise.com Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-awe-podcast...