“You need to be thick-skinned to work around here!” What does that mean? Have you heard the term “thick-skinned”? When people made fun of me, and I complained to adults. They would tell me you need to be “thick-skinned,” meaning you must learn to take the name calling, insults, and criticism. As adults, we still … Continue reading Thick and Thin Skin in Leadership
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Solution Weekly: July 17-23, 2022
Circle, not just a shape A circle is a round-shaped figure that has no corners or edges. Have you heard circle used to describe in different ways? When you think about a circle, you visualize the shape in your mind. A circle is a perfectly round shape—meaning any point around its curve is the same … Continue reading Solution Weekly: July 17-23, 2022
Talk Safety, Model it and Provide it!
Two Rules has been my focus for over two decades of education. One of those rules is Safety. We cannot just talk about it; we must model and provide it. How? As schools, we have crisis plans, emergency drills, and active shooter drills. I want to share information with you from research conducted about these … Continue reading Talk Safety, Model it and Provide it!
Make Monday’s Matter!
#Bethesolutiondaily The weekend is over! Tomorrow is Monday! Oh boy, here we go. Monday seems to get a negative vibe without even giving it a chance sometimes. Each day is a gift in itself if we shift our minds into thinking things differently! In my career, I have always mixed up the days by calling … Continue reading Make Monday’s Matter!
Always Grow
Have you ever planted something? Maybe you have a house plant you care for daily? Watching what you planted grow gives you a special feeling. Take a few minutes to look around at everything someone has planted and you see growing. It may take some imagination if you have lots of snow! People have so … Continue reading Always Grow
Engagement
Engagement is an exciting word! It can be life-changing for couples, an invitation to an event, or being part of an experience of learning. Many experts provide information about the importance of engagement in education and how to continue to strive to increase student engagement. However, Dr. P.J. Caposey brings to light two forms of … Continue reading Engagement