Four criteria for leading rigorous learning: clarity, conversions, conditions, and cultivation. These elements help leaders stay centered and avoid drifting. #cpchat #edchat #edleader amzn.to/3XRXCxO

Leading from the middle means standing in the gap between the tragic and improvement gaps. It requires embracing paradoxes and developing habits for growth. #cpchat #edchat #edleader amzn.to/3XRXCxO

The improvement gap highlights the challenge of translating knowledge into meaningful action. Knowing and doing don't always lead to improvement. #cpchat #edchat #edleader amzn.to/3XRXCxO Michael McDowell, Ed.D.

The tragic gap in leadership represents the tension between current reality and an ideal future. Leaders must learn to live in this gap, embracing it as an opportunity for growth. #cpchat #edchat #edleader amzn.to/3XRXCxO

School leaders often feel responsible for everything, but they shouldn't carry the weight alone. The culture, problems, solutions, and happiness are not solely their burden. #cpchat #edchat #edleader amzn.to/3XRXCxO

The seductive nature of leadership drift can hinder effective leadership. Leaders must resist the allure of sticking to the status quo or chasing every new trend. #cpchat #edchat #edleader amzn.to/3XRXCxO

Navigating leadership drift requires embracing contradictions and avoiding extreme shifts. Leaders thrive in the gap between tradition and innovation. #cpchat #edchat #edleader amzn.to/3XRXCxO

Navigating leadership drift is about finding balance, avoiding extremes, and staying focused on meaningful impact. Leaders who thrive in the gap can make a difference in their schools. #cpchat #edchat #edleader amzn.to/3XRXCxO Michael McDowell, Ed.D.

'Rigorous learning requires a balanced approach. Learn how to lead surface, deep, and transfer learning with 'Navigating Leadership Drift': amzn.to/3JMEOu5 #RigorousLearning #edleadership #cpchat #edchat

Words and actions alone are not enough. Leaders must prioritize observable impact in the classroom to drive meaningful change. Discover 'Navigating Leadership Drift': amzn.to/3JMEOu5 #edleadership #edchat #cpchat #ObservableImpact

Leadership theater won't cut it when it comes to student learning. Explore practical insights in 'Navigating Leadership Drift' to prioritize observable impact: amzn.to/3JMEOu5 #leadership #edchat #cpchat

Performative leaders may look the part, but true leadership is about making a tangible difference in the classroom. Learn how to achieve observable impact with 'Navigating Leadership Drift': amzn.to/3JMEOu5 #ObservableImpact #EducationLeadership

Administrators: Drop the best book you’ve read regarding leadership.

Observable impact in the classroom is the true measure of effective leadership. Discover strategies to navigate leadership drift and drive change - Navigating Leadership Drift amzn.to/3JMEOu5 #Leadership #Education #edchat

Work. Play. Travel. After 3 weeks with our Observable Impact partners in Virginia and MB, excited to head home to see the girls. #observableimpact #edchat #cpchat

Working with the Observable Vision of a Leader in BSD! This division is all about impact. #mbedchat #cpchat #ascd #edchat

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Bringing a collaborative mindset to the work of leading a school has benefits for teachers and students—and administrators as well. ⁦edutopia⁩ #edchat edutopia.org/article/leadin…

Looking for a summer book for school leaders? Interested in avoiding losing our leaders? Check out Navigating Leadership Drift. #eschatology #cpchat #leadership Michael McDowell, Ed.D.

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'Leadership Drift' is seductive, we must lead from the middle -- Michael shows us how. #edchat #cpchat #leadership

'The leaders we are losing are not whiners. They are hard-working, humble, and determined to put what is best for students ahead of what is best for adults, as unpopular as that often may be.' Navigating Leadership Drift a.co/d/fa0ZfVa #drift #cpchat #education #edchat