tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post3950726828372953690..comments2024-03-27T23:53:17.789-05:00Comments on The Compelled Educator: Leadership: A Balancing ActJennifer Hoganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07937481595933711548noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-67829259268342318882016-02-15T20:18:39.949-06:002016-02-15T20:18:39.949-06:00David, thanks for reading and commenting. So true....David, thanks for reading and commenting. So true... we are human and mistakes will happen. More importantly, how do we respond to the mistakes? A positive attitude will conquer a lot!<br />Thanks for stopping by,<br />JenniferJennifer Hoganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17192594604974180825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-25777784851718252752016-02-15T20:14:50.972-06:002016-02-15T20:14:50.972-06:00Thanks for the feedback. We must always remember t...Thanks for the feedback. We must always remember to take care of ourselves so that we can navigate the rough waters of leadership. Protecting teachers can often be overlooked or minimized; I believe it's a key to school leadership.<br />Thanks for commenting,<br />JenniferJennifer Hoganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17192594604974180825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-33887871919327884372016-02-15T20:14:14.679-06:002016-02-15T20:14:14.679-06:00Jennifer, this post gets at the heart of the types...Jennifer, this post gets at the heart of the types of decisions leaders make every day. It really is a balancing act. And mistakes are inevitable. But even when we feel we handled a situation poorly, we can always keep a positive attitude and do everything possible to lift others up.David Geurinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10364060583334667289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-22926965862723014612016-02-15T20:10:21.226-06:002016-02-15T20:10:21.226-06:00Amber, I'm glad this post resonated with you. ...Amber, I'm glad this post resonated with you. The first year can be the hardest, but it does get better. So much we learn about ourselves and others in the first year can't be replicated... only experienced. Best wishes to you on your journey. <br />Best,<br />JenniferJennifer Hoganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17192594604974180825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-27191708958029054922016-02-15T20:07:14.228-06:002016-02-15T20:07:14.228-06:00Hi, Amy. Thanks for the reminder about balancing h...Hi, Amy. Thanks for the reminder about balancing how we communicate with our staff. I appreciate your reading and commenting.<br />Best,<br />JenniferJennifer Hoganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17192594604974180825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-36937530086952586632016-02-15T20:05:18.449-06:002016-02-15T20:05:18.449-06:00Ben, thanks so much for reading and commenting. I ...Ben, thanks so much for reading and commenting. I love your point about balance in relationships. As leaders, we have to "know our people" -- what they need, what they DON'T need, and what motivates them. Great insight. Thanks for sharing!<br />JenniferJennifer Hoganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17192594604974180825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-39931921539894335562016-02-15T08:04:51.002-06:002016-02-15T08:04:51.002-06:00This is definitely a post one can appreciate Jenni...This is definitely a post one can appreciate Jennifer. Your highlighting of "balance" as something for the well being of our schools and teachers not to mention the maintenance of our personal selves is clearly communicated. <br /><br />I agree we need to buffer our best teachers from outside factors including intrusive parents and the burden of too many district initiatives. Allow them to truly fulfill their roles and demonstrate their passion.<br /><br />At the same time, balance and maintenance is a prerequisite for leaders. We need to look after ourselves. If we do not give ourselves permission to decompress through free time, hobbies, pampering and exercise, our "unbalanced" selves can not assist in bringing balance to our schools and faculty.<br />Shaune & Christahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04194550121413837084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-54038224153936091072016-02-15T07:22:11.300-06:002016-02-15T07:22:11.300-06:00This has been the most interesting year of finding...This has been the most interesting year of finding balance for me. Navigating the "first year" on my campus. That quote sums it the best I've seen. gr8 post Jen! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04975094186770933767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-87563252793431717152016-02-15T06:21:29.440-06:002016-02-15T06:21:29.440-06:00Thank you! I couldn't agree more with the tig...Thank you! I couldn't agree more with the tightrope analogy and having to carefully consider what, when, and how to share information with teachers.amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00531845104821024512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-92187308304358305722016-02-15T06:20:48.007-06:002016-02-15T06:20:48.007-06:00Thank you! I couldn't agree more with the tig...Thank you! I couldn't agree more with the tightrope analogy and having to carefully consider what, when, and how to share information with teachers.amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00531845104821024512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3613241680321339867.post-76649333177977462612016-02-15T05:38:46.149-06:002016-02-15T05:38:46.149-06:00Jennifer,
Terrific share! I found myself nodding ...Jennifer, <br />Terrific share! I found myself nodding throughout. A few weeks ago I stood in front of our staff and told them I do not treat them all the same. I went on to tell them I differentiate, as I hope they also do. <br />As I reflect on your "Balance" post I think of the balancing act of relationships. Some people need a continuous hand, some need occasional affirmation, some need you to give them space. Finding the balance that works takes time and trust. <br />Ultimately I may not make ever correct decision, but I try to. I try to balance the information and make the best choices for our school and community.<br />Wonderful Post! Thanks, Jennifer.Benhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07328856531024667114noreply@blogger.com