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Values form the foundation of how you want to live your life, the individual you aspire to be, and the world you want to create. They represent the core principles that guide your decisions and shape your character. Conversely, goals are targeted benchmarks that you strive to achieve through consistent, daily efforts. These achievements define your progress and success.
As a budding author, my goal is to inform and inspire leaders. The focus of the book I’m writing, “You’re in the Leadership Chair, Now What?” is to help women in leadership create the conditions for their success and those they serve. As a leader, you will face challenges; however, you can set yourself up for success by implementing specific strategies.
Fostering a positive culture is indispensable for public school districts aiming to cultivate environments where staff and students thrive. As Peter Drucker famously stated, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast,” highlighting that a strong, positive culture is fundamental to achieving any strategic objectives.
When Jim Collins penned his influential book *Good to Great*, he highlighted a principle that resonates deeply in the realm of education: getting the right people on the bus and finding the right seats for them (Collins, 2001).
Early in my career, I was blessed to work in a District that focused on developing leaders. If you were aspiring to be an administrator, training was offered. Once you were promoted, you were required to complete a program to set you up for success. I was fortunate to facilitate courses at several different levels.
Today, we are honored to host an extraordinary guest, Gretchen Barron, the remarkable author of The 4G Factor. Her philosophy that “Guts, Grit, and Grind produce Greatness” isn’t just a catchy motto—it’s a transformative lifestyle for those committed to growth and excellence. Gretchen is also the dynamic lead consultant of G Barrett Barron Consulting. Gretchen’s firm assists organizations in starting, growing, and optimizing their businesses. Gretchen’s journey is deeply rooted in her South Carolinian heritage. With a degree from the University of South Carolina, she embodies Gamecock pride. Gretchen holds dear her multifaceted career, which has spanned roles from
My supervisor asked me a fundamental question during my first meeting with my Area Superintendent as a new building leader. So, what was the question? He asked me, “What was the key to success as a building leader?” So, I said student outcomes. He smiled and said, “No, try again.”
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