What does it mean to be a leader in education? How do early career teachers, experienced teachers, coaches, specialists, and administrators continue to learn, lead, and leverage opportunities throughout each stage of their career? Drawing upon my own experiences as a classroom teacher, teacher leader, instructional coach, district-level specialist, state-level specialist, and university instructor, I will tell stories of ways I have engaged in learning, leading, and leveraging opportunities at the local, state, and national levels in an ever evolving educational system. I will share tips on selecting opportunities, creating space for continual personal and professional growth, and building capacity in yourself and others. Topics to be addressed include attending conferences, presenting at conferences, volunteering, participating in professional learning, serving on boards, serving on committees, applying for awards, nominating others for awards, navigating social media and mailing lists, and more!