You’re slowing down your organization
Have you ever stepped on some gum while walking in the street? It’s annoying because it’s difficult to get off the sole of your shoe and with each step you…
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10 things every new principal should know
Be yourself Some of my biggest mistakes were made because I was being inauthentic to who I truly was. It’s good to emulate your heroes, but at some point you…
Communicating in challenging times
Most of the podcasts I’ve recorded have been done virtually, first on Skype, now on Zoom. About 5 of the 250 have been done face-to-face. My first in-person interview was…
Rick Mohrein: Will you choose School or your Family?
Rick earned a bachelor’s degree in adolescent education/social studies from Fredonia State University in New York. He has a master’s degree in adolescent education from Oneonta State College, also in…
Building resilient leaders
Resilient leaders bounce back from setbacks. They make mistakes, but their mistakes don't define them. These kinds of leaders use powerful mirror moments. Epictetus notes in his book, Discourses: Let…
Your strengths
Some people say you should ignore your weaknesses and develop your strengths. As a leader, that makes sense. Know where your weaknesses exist and then hire people that can do…
3:1 Ratio
Years ago we read The Happiness Advantage in the mastermind. (Nick if you're reading I know that was your favorite book ?) The author shares that the magic ratio for…
Helpful templates
Loads of pigeons congregate near my flat in Glasgow. If I were to run toward them they would take flight, each in a different direction. Their goal is simple –…
Robyn Jackson: Leading on the Edge and Finding your Purpose
Robyn Jackson is a former high school teacher and middle school administrator. She is the founder and president of Mindsteps Inc., a professional development firm for teachers and administrators that…
