6. Creativity with Sheila Bailey

✨ How do you stay authentic while leading in an ever-changing world?

In this powerful episode, Vy Le interviews Sheila Bailey, Executive Director of the Virginia Council of Administrators of Special Education, to explore the profound role of creativity, mentorship, and resilience in leadership. Sheila shares her deeply personal journey, from navigating the challenges of a complex industry like special education to becoming a trailblazing leader who inspires others to lead with purpose and compassion.

3 leadership lessons you’ll learn in this episode

1. Mentorship is a two-way street. Sheila reflects on the importance of finding a “Brian” in your life—a mentor invested in your success without expectation. It is true that mentoring is as much about giving as receiving.
2. Creativity fuels adaptability. Faced with the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sheila embraced creativity to pivot her organization’s in-person events to virtual platforms, demonstrating that innovation is essential to navigating uncertainty.
3. Authenticity begins with service. For Sheila, service is at the heart of leadership. She shares how her upbringing instilled a commitment to serving her community and how this value drives her professional and personal life.

This episode offers a raw, heartfelt look at what it takes to lead authentically.

🎧 Don’t miss out! Hear Sheila’s inspiring stories and practical advice on embracing challenges with courage and creativity.

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