LEAD In: Quickly Build Authentic Connection and Trust
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I just came home from my last day as an Administrator for Summer School. I am happy to report that I was so inspired by my time that I had to sit down and write this post. My time with this group was short, but I found that because of this it made me think about how to approach my work and the people I work with differently. Lean In is defined as "grab[bing] opportunities without hesitation." I want to introduce a new phrase: LEAD in. I define LEAD in as grabbing opportunities with staff and students to build connection and trust as a leader. Here are my reflections on how to LEAD in. 1. Sit in the Front Office The first day I came into the High School to begin my Summer School Admin position, I was told to use one of the counselor's offices as my workspace. This office was situated behind two doors and away from any staff and students. I decided immediately that I would not ever sit in that office. I set up my "desk" in the front office next to our Secretary/R...