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Just add BACON
Bacon. I love bacon. I’m not the only one. 268 million Americans eat bacon and the average American eats about 18 pounds of bacon every year. In total, Americans consume…
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Here’s some advice. Don’t give advice.
Over the years, I have interviewed many applicants for graduate counseling programs. I recall one applicant in particular named Jake. He was in his early twenties, in good shape physically,…
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Navigating Parental Conflict with Grace: Servant Leadership in a Divorced Family
Raising children in a divorced family presents unique challenges, especially when they begin to rebel and take sides. As an educational leader, I have witnessed countless families navigate these turbulent…
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The Gordian Knot and The Human Knot
Have you ever heard of the “Gordian Knot?” Legend says that it was an incredibly complex knot designed to connect a rope to an oxcart in ancient Rome. In fact,…
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The 16 Keys to Educational Leadership (13-16)
13. Remember, This is the Business We’ve Chosen: Embracing the Challenges and Rewards of Educational Leadership: Embracing the challenges and rewards of educational leadership is essential for success. The quote…
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The 16 Keys to Effective Leadership: 9-12
Effective Educational Leadership: Keys to Success Effective educational leadership is pivotal for nurturing a learning environment conducive to student success. Drawing from 25 years of experience and insights from esteemed…
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An Old Man and New Tricks
*“An old man lived in the village. The whole village was tired of him; he was always gloomy, he constantly complained and was always in a bad mood. The longer he…
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Unlocking Success: 16 Keys to Effective Educational Leadership (Keys 5-8)
Effective educational leadership is crucial for creating a thriving learning environment that fosters student success. Over the past 25 years, my experiences, along with those of my amazing colleagues past…
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“I’m So Proud of You!” What a Terrible Thing to Say?
Regularly telling kids “I’m so proud of you” is one of the most simple, common and unintentional mistakes that my counselors in training make. And they aren’t alone. I have…
