A skill they don’t teach in ‘superintendent’ school is how to stay dogmatically focused when the noise starts. When you implement change, the status quo will push back—hard. Establish a strong guiding coalition, explain the why, and keep your eye on that North Star Metric.
Too many central office administrators are predominately in a command-and-control style of management, while schools desperately need development demand coaching. Often, too much central staff arrogance, assertiveness, and self-importance. Servant leadership is what schools need.
Great leaders have the same number of minutes in their day as anyone else. However, they spend their time differently. They don’t waste time on things that don’t matter. Instead, they focus on strategies and tactics that move their organization’s towards its North Star Metric.
I always found it fascinating when all of the teachers and administrators in a low performing schools received above average summative evaluations. Kids fail while the adults excel.
Many teachers report going months w/o feedback! Gallup says: 40% of them rarely receive coaching or guidance; Greatly impacting effectiveness & job satisfaction. Timely, accurate & actionable insights are key for improved results. If done consistently, results are Guaranteed!
As a Coach, I shepherd clients to see what they’ve resisted or overlooked. Acting as a thought partner when they’re stuck inside their stories or perceptions. The Goal: To support maximizing their personal & professional potential!