In this episode of Stop, Drop and Roll, host Jen welcomes longtime educator, speaker, and newly published author Dr. Calvin Lawrence. With over 40 years in education, Calvin shares the inspiration behind his new book, The Happy Leader, and opens up about how personal loss, community roots, and powerful role models shaped his leadership journey.

Together, they dive into:

• The impact of relationships and emotional well-being on leadership
• The importance of consistency, trust, and humility in leading others
• Lessons from role models like Dr. Darnell Johnson
• Why true leadership isn’t about titles, but about how you show up
• The role of energy, connection, and self-reflection in driving influence
• The importance of never "arriving" and continuously growing in leade ...