Communication
Be Renewed Daily Through Reflective Thinking – Part 1
Thomas Moore, in Care of the Soul, writes a captivating story about a respected Albanian, Nuri Bey, and his much younger wife. Mr. Bey’s wife questions him concerning the hidden secrets of a mysterious chest which has been in his family for generations. Conflict arises as a result of his wife’s curiosity. She wants to…
Read MoreBe Renewed Daily Through Reflective Thinking – Part 2
Emotions are instigators of action. Depending on what triggers an individual, emotions can cause quick reactions. Reactions are deeply ingrained habitual responses. Douglas Reeves and Elle Allison in Renewal Coaching (2009) describe this trigger chain reaction as due to the physical structure of the brain. Renewal coaches ask clients to tune in to the emotional…
Read MoreResults Coaching – Strategies for Impacting Performance and Results
Recently I was visiting with a Superintendent about how he might continue to support his district leaders to achieve the ever increasing results while minimizing the frustration and over whelmed attitudes that can often be symptoms of high performing organizations. Because we know from neuroscience that pressure and stress often produces behaviors that are not…
Read MoreLearn to Manage Change or Be Overwhelmed By It
One thing is constant in 2011, and it is change. We are faced with a choice, learn to manage change or be overwhelmed by it. School leaders are not immune from this phenomenon. You are constantly being charged with leading all students and staff to perform at higher and higher levels. The future of our…
Read MoreDrive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink
In his book, Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, Daniel Pink examines the science of motivation. In April 2010, he shared his findings with the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA). Launching the following link will enable you to view that presentation. Coaching For Results believes the leader…
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