David Lee

Associate Professor of Ed. Leadership at The University of Southern Mississippi. Motivational speaker to school systems and corporations all over the world.

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I am going out on a limb here, but my research backs it up. In the very near future, the superintendent position will be de-valued to the point that they will not be able to lead our systems. Let's face it, boards intend to run the systems.

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What’s the one thing you do better than anyone else? You connect. Whether it’s building relationships or fostering a sense of belonging, it’s those genuine connections that create a powerful impact. What sets you apart?

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Wanting to do what others aren’t doing? That’s where the magic happens. It’s that thrill of breaking the mold and following your own path that truly excites me. When you step outside the box, you create your own adventure!

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Want to spread some joy? Sometimes it’s the little surprises that make all the difference. Discovering happiness in unexpected places—just look where others don’t!

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Many leaders are often hesitant to make bold decisions because they are afraid they will make some people mad. Well, the truth is, if you don't make the wrong people mad, you will never get the support of the right people. Wasted too many years trying to please everybody.

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When you're trying to do something extraordinary and need to get permission from someone, don't waste your time meeting with people who can say no, but can't say yes. Top leaders only meet with people who can make a decision. Go straight to the top.

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Nothing kills morale quicker than unreal expectations, and that is happening more than you think out there in our school systems. Top leaders should teach two full days a school term as a substitute for a teacher in their certified field. Keeps your expectations real.

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In Hope, Arkansas today doing an all day training for the Hope Public Schools school board. Hope is the hometown for both Bill Clinton and Rick Huckabee.

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Doing school board training in the conference center at the Old Waverley Golf Club in West Point. Great place for training.

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Did you ever hear the statement, "escalation of a commitment to a failing cause"? Some leaders lock into something and stay with it even though it's not working. What commitment do you have that's escalated to a failing cause? Sometimes you have to let go to find great results.

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On the stage again today speaking in Tampa. School boards are facing big decisions in the future.
We need great board members.#Leadership

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Heading to Tampa, Florida this weekend to speak to the national Consortium of State School Board Directors.

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Enjoying leading the search for a new superintendent for the Ocean Springs School Board. What a great school system! Send any extraordinary recommendations my way.

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Leading the search for a new superintendent in the Ocean Springs School District. Looking for a leader of distinction. Let me know if you know any good candidates.

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@john_mark2015 Good possibility. Thank you.

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I will be hosting a Legacy Leadership Summit later this spring for leaders who want to go pro. Any ideas on a great place to have a meeting that is away from a school site. Your suggestions will be appreciated.

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@RonnieMcGehee2 You know I will . Thank you.

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@LundyBrantley As soon as I get a location, I will set a date. Thank you and I for sure will let you know.

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@jerrysboy11 Will do. Thank you.

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As a leader, is your message being received by others? If not, remember this, people don't buy into your message until they buy into the messenger. Look in the mirror.#leadership