Two Rules We have covered what the two rules are and the questions to ask. This is the foundation and beginning of building on so much more in our process of developing this philosophy. One of the skill sets is resilience. How can you build resilience? This is a skill set we work on all … Continue reading We Can with Two Rules Wednesday 5
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Today I will say….
My blog post on October 27, 2022, began with students saying. Embedded within the post was an article with data collected from middle and high school students. The data in the paper presented the biggest barriers to student learning, according to a new report released by YouthTruth, a nonprofit that surveys K-12 students and families … Continue reading Today I will say….
Making Monday Count
Each day is an integral part of our journey through life. Some days we may feel like we did not accomplish anything. Have you ever had the opportunity to reflect on the day's interactions? Maybe you did not receive anything in the day, but what were you able to do for others you did not … Continue reading Making Monday Count
Talking Leadership
If you type the word leadership into a Google search, you will find 13,570,000,000 results. So my conclusion from this activity is, everyone is “talking” leadership! What I would like to offer is not only “ talking” leadership but also answering all of the why, how, what, when, and action steps to take. Leaders do … Continue reading Talking Leadership
It takes Wisdom, Wit and Essential Skills to Lead
Leaders are essential to organizations now more than at any other time. The skills needed for leaders to help staff and students grow include: OrganizingCultivatingMotivatingEmpowermentEncouragementVisionCommitment DedicationBalanceTrustCollaborative InfluenceInspirationCourage There are several more you could add to the list. What would you add? Leading is serious business! When you are leading to make improvements and changes, it … Continue reading It takes Wisdom, Wit and Essential Skills to Lead
You Matter
If you have never heard, you matter before, let me tell you if you listened to the President of Illinois Principal Association, Dr. Marcus J. Berlin, tell you how you do, you would know you do! This young leader from Huntley High School is influential and powerful in his ability to speak. As Dr. Belin … Continue reading You Matter
Solution Weekly
http://www.bethesolutiondaily.com You Matter! What a privilege I had this past week to help an organization that helped to instill in me the qualities of leadership needed for a successful career. For an organization to grow and to continue to thrive after 50 years is fantastic! The takeaways from the conference are many, but the most … Continue reading Solution Weekly
Staying Motivated
Some days we may find it hard to stay motivated. Life can bring us an opportunity, a challenge, and adventures at times. As you look at the quote from Mother Tersesa and her look at life what can you connect with at this moment in time? Have you had opportunities in life? Are you amid … Continue reading Staying Motivated
Will you be my friend? Finding Friends on Friday
“Childhood lies at the very heart of who we are and who we become.” Fred Rogers Mister Rogers was not afraid to talk about difficult social issues, tackle them head on and make it a priority to support children in the best way he knew how! He talked about divorce, assassination, death, racial issues and … Continue reading Will you be my friend? Finding Friends on Friday