"I am not one who was born in the custody of wisdom. I am one who is fond of olden times and intense in quest of the sacred knowing of the ancients." Gustave Courbet

29 July 2012

Direction.

Doisneau, The Penholder, 1956


Justin Tarte lists "Seven Principles of Great Leadership," from Kevin Leman and Bill Pentak's book, The Way of the Shepherd ...

5. The staff of direction

Know where you're going, get out in front, and keep your flock on the move.

When directing, use persuasion rather than coercion.

Give your people freedom of movement, but make sure they know where the fence line is. Don't confuse boundaries with bridles!

When your people get in trouble, go and get them out.

Remind your people that failure isn't fatal.


Read the rest at Life of an Educator.

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