Buy-in vs. Ownership 2.0

Back in 2022, I posted some thoughts on the importance of avoiding language that seeks to impose. Part of that post was related to the terms "buy in" and "ownership." Recently, I ran across an article on this topic that does an excellent job of … [Continue reading]

Ten Essential Micro-Habits

This is the time of year when burnout can become a real issue. One way that you and your team can counter this is to develop and implement essential "micro-habits." Micro-habits are small, consistent actions that can significantly reduce stress, … [Continue reading]

When You “Crash and Burn”

A single grave leadership mistake (whether in private or in public) is often enough to severely damage or destroy the trust that you've worked so hard to build with your team and your school's stakeholders. But all is not lost! Allison Dunn of … [Continue reading]

Powerful Ways to Engage

We've all had to sit through long lectures that were ... well, extremely boring! Successful educational leaders should always avoid that public speaking trap. Whether it's a faculty meeting, a school board meeting, or a presentation to a local … [Continue reading]