Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast

How can school leaders prepare for the challenges of tomorrow while making informed decisions today? In this episode of Aspire to Lead, Dr. Richard Bernato, author of Co-Creating the Future, shares groundbreaking insights on futures-based leadership and how simulations can help leaders experiment with change in a low-risk environment. We explore the power of futuring in leadership, how simulation design can enhance professional and academic development, and what it means to lead from the top of the learning triangle—shaping not just the emerging future, but a preferable future. Dr. Bernato also walks us through the seven phases of a leadership simulation, demonstrating how school and district leaders can proactively plan for success. Whether you're navigating change, looking to refine your leadership skills, or searching for innovative ways to prepare your team for the future, this conversation is packed with practical strategies you won’t want to miss! About  Dr. Richard Bernato: Currently serving as an ad