Episode 43: Credentialed Yet Unprepared - Today's Principal Reality
Episode 43: Credentialed Yet Unprepared - Today's Principal Reality  
Podcast: The Principal Exchange Podcast
Published On: Sun Jun 14 2026
Description: You have the credential but feel completely unprepared. This is the reality for many principals—and the statistics show why. In this episode, Sarah and Andra tackle the crisis in principal retention: 42% are considering leaving, 64% cite administrative burden as the reason, and 86% report daily stress. The real problem? The job isn't set up for principals to actually lead. This conversation explores what needs to change to support principals so they can succeed, not just survive. Link to the policy brief. Check out TPE Lead: tpe-lead.com Interested in joining our advisory committee? Email us "advisory." Make sure you follow us: Facebook | Instagram