The superintendency has only grown in complexity in recent years, and it’s forced some leaders to make difficult decisions about their careers. Others, however, are reminding themselves constantly of the spark that caused them to fall in love with the profession in the first place.

In this episode of the “Talking Out of School” podcast, we’re joined by Sean Bulson, superintendent of Harford Couty Public Schools in Maryland, to discuss why it’s important for district leaders to stay resilient when times get tough.

Although Bulson is in his 11th year as a superintendent, he says he’s always having to learn the ropes. “There are definitely days when I still feel like a rookie,” he says. “It’s like golf. You never fully get this down.”