Episode 34

Leading and Teaching by Example with Miles Williams | Episode 34

Published on: 2nd July, 2024

Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Last Zebra Podcast 🦓! In this episode, we sit down with Miles Williams, an inspiring educator and principal from New Orleans, to explore his fascinating journey from a diverse upbringing to becoming a transformative leader in education. Miles shares his experiences growing up across nine different states, his passion for social work, and how his background as a student-athlete shapes his approach to leadership and education. Discover the innovative systems he has implemented to foster a nurturing and effective school environment and the challenges he faces managing a diverse student body and staff.

We dive deep into Miles’ teaching philosophy, his reflections on the importance of mentorship, and his future goals, including writing a book and continuing to make a significant impact in the field of education.

Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with valuable insights and motivational stories. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and family. New episodes are available every Tuesday morning on all major podcast platforms and YouTube.

🔍 In This Episode:

🎓 Introduction and Background: Miles Williams shares his diverse upbringing across nine states and his journey to becoming an elementary school principal in New Orleans.

🏫 Educational Philosophy: Insights into Miles’ teaching philosophy, his passion for education, and his innovative approach to creating a nurturing and effective school environment.


🌍 Life Experiences: Reflecting on his background in social work, athletic career, and how his life experiences have shaped his approach to education and leadership.


🛠️ Challenges and Solutions: The challenges faced in his role as a principal, including managing a diverse student body and staff, and the systems he has implemented to foster a positive school culture.


🏈 Athletic Influence: How Miles’ background as a student-athlete influences his leadership style and his perspectives on teamwork and discipline.


📚 Future Goals: Discussing his future aspirations, including writing a book and continuing to innovate in the field of education.


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The Last Zebra
Nuanced conversations about different walks of life and those who live them
“The Last Zebra” draws its essence from the timeless medical adage:

“When you hear hoofbeats, think of horses, not zebras.”

Coined by Dr. Theodore Woodward in the 1940s, this maxim reminds us to prioritize common diagnoses over rare and improbable ones.

In a medical world often defined by seeking the most likely causes, “The Last Zebra” podcast takes a different approach. Here we are looking for the common in all of us.

The common focuses on the unique, diverse, and individual experiences of medical professionals. We hope to showcase the stories of these individuals, highlighting how they infuse their backgrounds, beliefs, and characteristics into their medical practice. By doing so, they add an artistic and personal touch that goes beyond the clinical norms and transforms their work into a deeply profound and meaningful endeavor.

Through these stories, “The Last Zebra” aims to reveal the extraordinary side of medicine— "heavy on the ordinary".

The stories that deviate from dogma and delve into the exceptional. It seeks to capture the essence of these medical professionals’ journeys, shedding light on their challenges, triumphs, and the remarkable ways they shape the landscape of healthcare.

In each episode, we delve into the non-clinical nuances that define the day-to-day lives of medical professionals from diverse backgrounds and specialties. This podcast will start and go beyond the clinical, shedding light on the intricate artistry, mosaicism, and diversity in medicine.

We explore how every guest crafts their unique personality and characteristics into the very fabric of their practice.

These stories not only celebrate individuality but also embody the soul of healthcare.

In a world where uniformity is prioritized, “The Last Zebra” podcast honors the rare and unique elements that medical professionals bring to their work. Together, we’ll discover how these exceptional individuals are shaping the future of healthcare, one personalized interaction at a time.

So, come along as we embrace the zebras — the extraordinary stories that make medicine a true art.
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