A BLOG BY THOUGHT DESIGN

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Leading Through Uncertainty

The Moment: You’ve got a meeting on the calendar tomorrow to talk with a team me...

When a Mistake Becomes a Moment to Coach

It started with a mistake. A student had violated a rule, and my initial instinc...

Why delegation doesn't always develop your team

The Moment: You’ve delegated the project. You’ve clarified expectations. You’ve ...

When Feedback Becomes a Mirror

Years ago, a student came to me upset about how a situation had been handled wit...

Go Fast by Going Slow: The Leadership Power of Presence

The Moment: It’s a Tuesday morning. Your calendar is packed: back-to-back meetin...

Helping Less So Teams Grow More

A few months ago, I was coaching a principal who felt completely drained by one ...

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