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Leaders who want to control everything are like a ship trying to move through water while dragging the anchor. That micromanaging behavior has the following impact on those charged with producing the outcomes: Frustration – constant over-the-shoulder critique and...

Wait…when NC said “choice of topic is all yours,” did he really mean it? I mean, given the choice, SS is ALWAYS going to choose food! Those who serve in a rural community truly understand the value of school/community relations. As Hico ISD embarks on the PTECH (P20)...

As a traditional school leader, we were trained to “take charge” to have the answers and push forward with a smile on our face. Never let them see you sweat! What I have learned in my years of leadership, is that there is not just one way to lead; and the...

Several years ago, I spent a good bit of time with 20 academically fragile high school students over the course of a school year while conducting research for my dissertation.  These 16-to-18-year-old students were all labeled as “potential at-risk” for...

Organizations have always had lifespans, the inevitable cycle of growth and death. Just ask the Roman Empire, the Third Reich, Polaroid, Block Buster, Lucent, etc. if you doubt it. Organizational lifespan is shrinking as result of technology, information...

A few weeks ago I attended the lamb exhibition at a local stock show, and as I watched, I began to notice the leadership skills of the young exhibitioners. As each showperson circled the ring, the level of leadership was apparent and I noticed some specific...

Please join us as we tackle the challenges facing rural school districts and discuss opportunities to disrupt generational poverty, create meaningful educational experiences, and prepare students for in-demand jobs. Tuesday, February 1, 20221:30-3:00 pmAustin Marriott...

A few weeks ago, my husband announced his resignation from his job as a high school principal, effective at the end of the year. He is making a career change and is planning to get completely out of public K-12 education. Since then, many people have asked...

There is a difference in lifespan and health span. Ideally, we seek to optimize both, squeezing all we can into and out of our lives, while remaining healthy for the whole journey. As leaders, we are directly responsible for the health and wellbeing of the...

Engagement is a word that has come into the frequently used leadership lexicon. It’s a really good word, an even better concept, and an absolutely necessary skill for those of us in the business of influencing others. Some refer to it as “presence.” The level of...