INSPIRE According to Ted Lasso's Twitter bio, he is: Father. Coach of @AFCRichmond. I have a real tricky time hearing folks that don't believe in themselves! And I would add: Inspiring Leader. While, like many others, I was immediately drawn into Season 1 with Ted's quick-witted charm and hilarious one-liners (not to mention the other... Continue Reading →
INSPIRE "Hey boss!" It's a greeting anyone on our team knows will make me cringe and it's now become a funny, friendly back and forth that predictably ends with me replying, "You know I don't like that title." The kind of pseudo leadership that depends on a "boss" title is the kind that, while possibly... Continue Reading →
INSPIRE The four pillars that Solution Tree suggests are necessary for an effective PLC, or Professional Learning Community, are the same that all effective organizations are built upon. The vision, mission, core values, and goals all align to keep everyone focused and committed on the most impactful and important work. Our school team has done... Continue Reading →
INSPIRE. When I became principal almost two years ago, not only was I new to the school, but, having just recently moved to the area, I was also completely new to the district. Because I am a big believer in Stephen Covey's habit "Seek first to understand, then be understood," I knew I would need... Continue Reading →
Culture of Belief 