Michelle Sigmann is a principal, a certified wellness coach and an author of a book that guides individuals through a framework of setting goals and actionizing their visions. Her leadership style lends itself to authentic ways of teaching and leading. In this conversation with Leadership Talks she touches on her personal story where overwhelm and stress almost had her at rock bottom. The experience galvanized her new outlook and is now fuel for her passion for supporting and coaching others.  

School leaders tend to believe that they should have all the answers. Michelle speaks about real, sustainable work and action that can be implemented. You can show up feeling less overwhelmed and stressed. You can balance the busy and transfer renewed energy into strategies that can be used in your school building.  

Consider starting your day with you (5-10 minutes) using these three easy guidelines:

1. Build up your self worth, be in control of your thoughts.
2. Identify stressors by writing it down to reflect and take control / prioritize. 
3. Be patient with yourself while you implement good habits.

Resources (with notes from Michelle):

• Time Audit - I briefly talked about trying to find time in your day. When you complete this audit make sure to do your busiest day. The goal is once you fill it all in to try and find 15-20 minutes in your day to replace it with a habit that is for you. Please reach out to me for a more detailed guidance on this.
• Power Statements - In the podcast, I talked about the importance of reframing your mindset by using positive self-talk / power statements. The science behind this is more than just the words. Do this each day for yourself and see the changes in your mindset and the way you show up in your workplace and home!

OUR GUEST

• Michelle Sigmann, Durham District School Board
  
  • IG - @michellefitnessmomma
  • LinkedIN - @Michelle Sigmann
  • Website - www.wellnessmichelle.com
  • Email - michsigmann@gmail.com

HOSTS

• Lawrence DeMaeyer – Professional Learning Consultant, Ontario Principals’ Council
• Susie Lee-Fernandes – Director of Professional Learning and Engagement, Ontario Principals’ Council

Episode 16 Transcript PDF