A new book by Matt Paden and L. Ken Jones

THE CORE

8 Principles for Building Strong, Authentic Leadership

In a world overflowing with leadership seminars, self-help guides, and quick-fix strategies, The Core cuts through the noise to reveal what truly sustains effective leadership.

Helping Organizations, Teams and Leaders Have More Great Days

HELPING ORGANIZATIONS THRIVE BY GROWING LEADERS AND STRENGTHENING TEAMS

Upcoming Events

May 2026 | Level Up One Day Intensive

Level Up One Day Intensive

For New Business Leaders

Wednesday - May 13th - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm - lunch included

Great Days Leadership Office - Brentwood, TN

Moving from peer to supervisor can be one of the most challenging transitions in leadership. This one-day intensive is designed for professionals who have recently been promoted and are now leading former colleagues.

You’ll learn practical strategies for building credibility, setting clear expectations, navigating difficult conversations, and leading with more confidence.

Ideal For:

New or recently promoted managers, supervisors, and team leads who want to lead their teams effectively while maintaining healthy professional relationships.

Cost is only $295 and will include lunch.

June 2026 | K-12 Education Summer Event | Core Intensive

June 2026 | K-12 Education Summer Event | Core Intensive

Leadership Core One Day Intensive

For K-12 Educators, Administrators, and Leaders

Tuesday - June 9th - 8:30 am - 4:00 pm - lunch included

Great Days Leadership Office - Brentwood, TN

Go through the 8 essential leadership principles every Christian school should keep at the center of their work in this one-day intensive. Join other educators and administrators in Brentwood, TN this summer!

Cost is only $295 and will include lunch.

June 2026 | K-12 Education Summer Event | Level Up

Level Up One Day Intensive

For K-12 Educators, Administrators, and Leaders

Wednesday - June 10th - 8:30 am - 4:00 pm - lunch included

Great Days Leadership Office - Brentwood, TN

If you've been promoted, congrats! You're about to make a big and important leap that comes with a big change. Learn how to lead former peers, set clear expectations, build credibility, and step confidently into your new role. Join other educators and administrators in Brentwood, TN this summer!

Cost is only $295 and will include lunch.

June 2026 | K-12 Education Summer Event | Round Table

Round Table Event (Free!)

For K-12 Education Leadership Teams

Tuesday - June 16th - 8:30 am - 10:30 am 

Great Days Leadership Office - Brentwood, TN

The K–12 Round Table Event is a collaborative gathering for Christian school leadership teams. Rather than a traditional presentation, this is a facilitated conversation where leaders share current challenges, exchange ideas, and learn from one another.
Bring your administrative team and join other schools for honest dialogue, practical problem-solving, and meaningful connection.
Email Info@greatdaysleadership.com to sign your team up now!

June 2026 | K-12 Education Summer Event | Athletics

Building More Than Athletes

For K-12 Coaches & Athletic Directors

Wednesday - June 17th - 8:30 am - 4:00 pm - lunch included

Great Days Leadership Office - Brentwood, TN

Discover how athletics can shape character, habits, and faith. This workshop equips coaches and athletic directors to integrate spiritual formation into practices, competition, and team culture. 

Cost is only $295 and will include lunch.

Some of the organizations we have served:

Leaders Are Having Too Many Bad Days. We’re Changing That.

One simple thing can keep your organization, teams, and individual leaders engaged and excited about your mission: having more great days. We genuinely believe that with a clear strategy, shared vision, and an effective team, your organization can experience the kind of transformation, growth, and culture you’ve been aiming for.

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Businesses
K-12 Education
Higher Education Institutions
Non-Profit Organizations

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