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A How to Match Our Why communication constructive Nov 08, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Jerry walked into the new principal's office and nonchalantly offered a leadership gem that would reframe every future conversation in the school about mission, vision,...

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It’s complicated … or is it? communication constructive courageous impact tips Nov 01, 2021

by Melody Stacy

 

Are you ready for a pop quiz?

No?

Good. It wouldn’t be a pop quiz if you were.

Ready or not, here we go ...

  1. As school leaders, should we love our staff or have high...
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It All Starts … and Ends With YOU constructive courageous impact tips Oct 25, 2021

by Melody Stacy

 

A positive leader, in the purest form, is someone who influences the people and environment around them for the better.

We all want to be such a leader and, on our best days,...

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The Highlight Reel: The Stories We Tell Ourselves compassionate impact tips Oct 06, 2021

 by Aubrey Patterson

 

In 2005, the National Science Foundation published an article that found the average person has about 12,000 to 60,000 thoughts per day, of which 80% are negative,...

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Meeting Déjà Vu: We Talked About This Last Year, Right? communication constructive impact tips meetings Oct 01, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

The Faculty Meeting: Meritocracy vs Efficiency

Here’s a scenario that many will recognize ... 

It's 4:23 PM. Seven minutes before the faculty meeting is...

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Meetingitis communication meetings Sep 29, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Have you ever sat in a meeting and wondered, "couldn't this have just been an email?"

Of course.

We all have.

And we've all led or contributed items in a meeting with...

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If people have to follow you, how do you know you’re a good leader? communication compassionate impact tips Sep 27, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

A few months ago, our team dove into deep thinking mode on a tough question:

If people have to follow you, how do you know you’re a good leader?

Like so many times...

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Say the Why, Lead the Way communication constructive meetings Sep 20, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Imagine giving your family a 1000 piece puzzle this Thanksgiving.

You show a beautiful picture that adorns the box, then empty the pieces onto a large...

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Staying True to Your Dreams compassionate constructive Sep 04, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Are you chasing someone else's dream?

Perhaps you're fighting your battles while wearing that person's armour?

Stay true to your dreams

Our first dreams are almost...

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Meeting with Myself constructive impact tips time blocking Sep 03, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

You're going on vacation this Friday, and suddenly crushing your things-to-do lists, sending quick and clear emails, and crumpling post-its like a pro!

Why?

Meeting with...

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The Best Research is Me-search constructive courageous impact tips Aug 21, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

I know in my heart there's got to be a better way!

Do you too often land on this thought while lying awake in bed at 2 am, after a long day or dealing with some tough...

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Be a Manager AND a Leader. constructive impact tips Aug 21, 2021

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Whether you're a teacher, office assistant, or administrator, much of your most important work will never be noticed.

And that's the way it's supposed to be.

Be...

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