Dan Pink on Education and Motivation

Leadership skills analysis

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Trait #9: Find time for yourself

Self-preservation is the key!

Trait #8: Be bold, progressive, innovative, visionary

Sometimes it's important to think outside of the box.
For instance, a way to change an end of school year faculty meeting . . .

Trait #7: Someone has to make the tough decisions

It's what leadership is all about.

Trait #6: Be present: in classes, in your office, at events, at lunch

It's important to show the students you care and the faculty that you are available and accessible.

Trait #5: Don’t mistake dilemmas for problems

Problems can be solved, resolved, and decided – once and for all. Dilemmas don't go away and must be managed over time.

Is this a problem or dilemma?

Trait #4: Find a Mentor

For mental health, career advice, and as a sounding board.

Is this healthy?

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Trait #3: Establish a healthy rapport with faculty

There is a difference between being friendly vs. being friends.

Trait #2: Embrace diversity in all of its forms.

Be sensitive, understanding, and aware.

Trait #1: Be a lifelong student; be willing to learn.

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What are The Essential Traits of a 21st Century School Leader?

These are the skills and tidbits of knowledge I believe will help uncover a canny leader in all types of schools.