Category: eSchool News

It’s Another Year Of Change: Can You Answer These Questions?

September 4, 2018

Here’s how to make sure you don’t roll out an initiative without foresight and planning.
Here we go: another opening, another show. The school year has […]

Political & Organizational Savvy – It’s Not Just About The Kids

August 2, 2018

If you want to make systems change, it’s critical to be organizationally savvy.
Some educators tell me they “aren’t political.” They don’t want to get involved […]

One Way To Manage Stress: Focus On Self-Care

July 9, 2018

With all the challenges we face in today’s world, we need to prioritize our own emotional and psychological well-being too
In 1995, Robert Kegan, now emeritus […]

What NOT To Do If You Want To Be More Influential

June 13, 2018

These three don’ts can make others take you less seriously
In last month’s column, I wrote about being of influence and key reminders if we want […]

Being Influential: What Does It Take?

May 23, 2018

Here are 3 skills you can learn to make more of a difference
I coach many a teacher who shares with me that they are frustrated […]

How Do I Share Something Difficult With My Colleague?

April 24, 2018

Here are some strategies for sharing your feelings or concerns in a professional manner
Something happened. Your colleague said something you found a bit harsh or […]

How Do I Share Something Challenging With My Supervisor?

April 3, 2018

Here are some tips to help you bring your concerns to your boss
Almost everyone of us has someone we work with who is “above us” […]

“What You Should Do Is…” And Other Ways To Offer A Suggestion That Annoys People

March 8, 2018

3 tips on the best way to share your advice
We’ve all been there. We know better. We want to help others just “get it.” Then […]

Can I Give You Some Feedback? And Other Ways To Not Offer Ideas

February 19, 2018

Here are some tips for better collaboration
Have you ever heard the question, “Can I give you some feedback?” Did you want to say “No” immediately? […]

How To Ask The Questions People Want To Answer

January 25, 2018

Wondering what defines a “good” question? Here’s the inside scoop.
“How was your winter holiday?” “What are your resolutions for 2018?” “How are you today?”
Lots of […]