1-MINUTE READS
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,...
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 ...
- As school leaders, should we love our staff or have high...
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,...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
