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The Leader's Lens


Goals, Growth, and a Fresh Start
Setting goals at the beginning of the year clarifies priorities and gives everyone a sense of direction. But here’s the harder part: How do we make sure our goals don’t just live on paper, but shape real growth? That’s where evaluation—done thoughtfully—comes in.
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Sep 22 min read


What Will They Say About Your Leadership This Year?
What do you hope your team says
about your leadership at year's end? This is the kind of question that reminds us what leadership is really about.
If you’re looking to start the year with purpose, presence, and principle, we’d love to walk beside you. The Leader Network offers coaching, roundtables, retreats, and growth assessments that help school leaders grow—and grow strong teams in the process.
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Aug 41 min read


The Space Between: Why July Is the Most Strategic Month
Four ways to use July with purpose—and step into the year ahead with clarity, confidence, and intention:
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Jul 72 min read


Why One Critical Comment Can Crush Five Compliments
How can one critical comment outweigh five pieces of praise? And what can we do about it? Here are 3 things TLN shares with leaders.
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May 82 min read


Leading at Low Tide
In the school year. when even the strongest leaders feel their energy dipping, TLN provides three tips to energize leaders.
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Mar 141 min read


From Inspiration to Transition—The Art of Performance Management
This month, The Leader Network's Roundtables focused on the art of managing different levels of performance within our schools.
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Feb 191 min read


5 Essential Supports Every School Leader Needs (Especially Now)
At The Leader Network, we’ve identified 5 essential supports every school leader needs to thrive, especially as the school year progresses.
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Sep 25, 20243 min read


Recharge, Reflect, and Refocus: Strategies for Summer Renewal
As the echoes of the school year fade and summer stretches before us, it's time to embrace a much-needed pause. This season isn't just for s
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Jul 10, 20242 min read


Leading with Persistence: The Essential Role of Follow-Through for School Heads and CEOs
In our Coaching & Mentoring programs, we emphasize that successful leadership hinges on the essential role of follow-through. For Heads...
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Apr 29, 20242 min read


Why Self-Compassion is Your Best Leadership Strategy
How often do we direct that compassion inward? Leading with heart comes naturally to those deeply invested in the well-being of our schools.
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Apr 10, 20241 min read


Your Next Chapter: A Guide to Continued & Inspired Career Growth
In my conversations with independent school leaders considering their next big move, my message is simple: Imagine a future that’s...
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Mar 25, 20241 min read


Aligning Strength, Passion, and Purpose: A Guide to Meaningful Career Transitions
As you consider your next steps, think about leveraging your strengths, embracing your passions, and making an impact.
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Mar 4, 20241 min read
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