Turning Points: More Lessons Learned on Leadership, Education, and Personal Growth

Personal development is not easy. So why do so many leadership and self-help books read like an author's highlight reel?

Turning Points rejects conventional literature by discussing the real, behind-the-scenes challenges of organizational leadership. Blending authentic anecdotes with relevant research, Turning Points uses life's watershed moments to teach universal principles.

Whether you are looking for a few helpful ideas-or are searching for a complete mental makeover-Turning Points serves as a practical resource for today's up-and-coming leaders.

Dr. Jared Smith is the Superintendent of the Waterloo (Iowa) Community School District. With more than 10,000 students and 1,700 employees, Waterloo is among the 10 largest school districts in Iowa.Jared has taught and coached at both the middle school and high school levels. Prior to becoming a superintendent, Jared worked as an assistant principal and principal for ten years.Jared holds a BA in Elementary and Middle Level Education from the University of Northern Iowa, an MS in Educational Leadership from National Louis University, and a PhD in Educational Leadership from Iowa State University.Jared is an award-winning blogger, professional speaker, and author of Learning Curve: Lessons Learned on Leadership, Education, and Personal Growth.