Support is transparent; you know when it is there and you know when it is not. Support is something that people appreciate. Support looks different in a variety of situations. A leader’s role in providing support is imperative. Walk around and see what the needs of the school include. Talk to teachers, support staff and students. Leaders can then make room in the budget to ensure the appropriate support is available to the appropriate people. Finding out what is classified as appropriate is where the real legwork comes into play. Start with little things and build from there. Materials are great, but the true value in support is found in the emotional connections between people. Fostering positive career building relationships will yield positive effects that will continue to unfold for years. As a leader, the compassion and support that we show will be passed along and reciprocated. People expect, want and need support. Remember that support takes on a variety of forms. My favorite passage in the chapter was at the end where it said, “Effective leaders need people. Effective leaders can’t do the job alone.” We need to remember this next time we have a difficult conversation or are having a difficult day. Be kind and compassionate and the rewards will be apparent in many ways.
Just a side note… I really enjoy the way this book presents information in an easy to read, direct way that captures attention without any boring side effects! J
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