joseph gulino, ph. d principal, gulinogroup & fearless ... · iv maintain superior landing gear...
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Aim High
Maintain Solid Landing Gear
Basic Template For All Activities
I Look to reach to the sky for the greatest of successes for each mission
II Remain realistic and set reachable goals
III When goals are achieved - lead the celebrations, but then move quickly to the next objective
IV Maintain superior landing gear in case there is a need to return to earth and retool during a mission
Who is this guy?
Principal – Catholic elementary schools 28 Years, high school 2 years
Director of Graduate Studies and Undergraduate Clinical Experiences - Central Methodist University, Fayette, MO
Directed on-line leadership graduate education courses -University of Missouri, Columbia
Principal – The Gulinogroup and Fearless Leadership Consulting, Nathan Levy Associate
Who is he really…..?
We must……know each other to know each other
Get to know/understand internal mental workings of each other
Experience personality profile tests on a timely basis and share the results
Experience group adventures or events, to experience the ‘outside of work’ minds and attitudes
Most Importantly –Take others from where they are – then help move them forward to where they need to go (or are capable of going) for good of the task, the organization or just for their personal benefit
Example…
“Distinguished Educator Awards,” St. Peter Interparish school, faculty members Agnes Forck (2011) and Laura Dampf (2013), from the National Catholic Educators Association
“2013 Innovations in Catholic Education in Curriculum and Instruction in Technology Award” for St. Peter Interparish School by Today’s Catholic Teacher Magazine
“2013 Distinguished Home and School Award” for St. Peter Interparish School by the National Catholic Educators Association
Recipient, University of San Francisco Alumni Society Outstanding Educator in Administration Award
Recipient, National Association of Secondary School Principals Middle Level Dissertation Award
What has he accomplished?
“Principles of Fearless Leadership,” Nathan Levy Books, 2012
“Church and State: Partners for the Common Good,” Missouri Catholic Conference, MESSENGER, Jan. 2012
“Advisors to the Principal,” Today’s Catholic Teacher, August/September 2011
“How young is too young?”- Jefferson City Magazine, September/October 2008
“Kindergarten Readiness: A Challenge,” NAESP Magazine, May/June 2008
“Middle School Programmatic Practices and Student Satisfaction With School,” NASSP Bulletin, Sept. 1999
“To Brave Ulysses,” America at the Millennium a publication by The International Library of Poetry, 1999
“Teacher Supervision: Use the Laptop,” Missouri Educational Leadership, 1998
"My New Life," A Song for children with disabilities, Middle School Journal
What has he published?
In Depth Areas of Knowledge –My Passions
Principles of Leadership & Kindergarten Readiness
Excellence in Teaching & Empowering Others
Leading very successful schools
Proper education for each and every student (Needs)
* Share my experiences, areas we need to address, esp. Leadership, and share resources from authors in whom I believe
* Facilitate you sharing your experiences with each other, if you will
* We, Nathan Levy & Associates, provide resources (or someone must), so that educators and parents do not have to search too far or reinvent wheels , esp. CC resources
(People do not obtain resources and leaders do not work on mentorships…because of $$$)
The mistake of new leaders (people) who become in charge or change roles
You do not need to learn from your mistakes, of someone is able to advise you!
Will come to you for expenses and for the opportunity to share resources
My Goals
Participants
Are New bees & Old Pros
Desire New Information or Review Past Information
Desire Practical Tips
Desire Standby Resources or New Resources
From Me….
Not the ‘Expert,’ but very experienced
Not an intense learning workshop/class experience, but
My Research, Personal Experiences, Suggestions
To You…
Take info you choose - research, digest, and use as needed
Why this topic ?
#1 - Everyone is a leader at some time in his/her life or career
#2 – Again, there is NEVER a need to learn from your mistakes
Pearson Study
Who is a leader ?
When we go to work we want the security – not just of having a job – but in knowing what to expect from our boss and our colleagues, day in and day out
Therefore…a leader is anyone who has goals to accomplish, and works with others. A leader is NOT just a person with a title
Why You?
Understanding and internalizing principles of fearless leaders will reinforce you as, or help you develop into, an ‘Effective Fearless Leader’
In turn, you can educate your students re: the principles to help them be more effective, greater leaders in whatever endeavors they choose
Not a Teacher Be an Educator
Thought Food…
If everyone you work with or lead had the true option to work with you or choose
you as their leader….
What are the essential criteria or behaviors that
characterize effective fearless leaders?
Sailing the Seven Seas of Life
Pessimists
Optimists
*Realists*
When Conversing with Someone
Do not be thinking of the response you will make as the words come out of the other person’s mouth
Slow down conversations constructively
Listen!! – Listen!! – Listen!!
Hear through the person’s thought process…
Then, only then, think…
Then, only then, respond…
Most important if a heated topic or point of contention
No one needs to walk alone
Help others to understand that it is important for all to know when to work alone and when to ask for help
Free others from being afraid to ask for help from experienced peers ‘to save face’
We do not want…
Comments to students… and maybe adults!
“What is the right thing to do?”
Then Never give up
“If not now, when? If not me/or you, then who?
“It is OK to be scared.
Do not let fear stop you from chasing your dreams and aspirations
“Treat ‘failures’ as challenges to find a new way.”
“You are the greatest, BUT…
Any comments that start out with praise and then includes the word but will never be taken as a form of positive reinforcement
It is not positive reinforcement
Criticism
(I prefer critique) should be short, to the point, and clear regarding behaviors that should be improved or stopped
Positive comments to others should be saved until there is a valid reason to state them, and not used to ease the pain of poor performance
“Write people’s accomplishments in stone and their faults in sand.”
Great leaders – have great self-respect and inner strength
They respect others enough to forget the problems of the past and focus on the improvements occurring in the present
They know that MOST of the time this will lead to successes in the future
If problems persist, then it is time for other actions
Reprimand or personal confrontation are active consequences that follow continued unconstructive
behavior
When the sand begins to harden because of low tide and high maintenance issues…
“You MUST Change” directives, etc. – to decrease the frequency (or existence) of the unconstructive behaviors in the future
Negative behavior - cannot just be ignored in hopes that it will stop or go away
Not responding to repeated negative behaviors – comes across as a sign of weakness recognized by members of the organization,… and leads to failure anyway…So speak up and up be front
Blood is thicker than Policies
Avoid ridicule, in public or private
Help others save face at all times & in every situation
Be observant and look to the good that each person brings to the table every day
For admins. - Spend a great deal of time out and about in the organization (classroom), etc
Be a Realizor of Humanness
Everyone makes mistakes (even you)
Everyone should be expected to, and be taught how to, mend or repair them
Off days – acknowledge them – DO NOT cover up
Bottom Line…
Life’s continuum is really all about each person’s intentions
If you often fly by the seat of your pants…
Use action research before making decisions
Collect tangible, observable, & measurable data. Refrain from holding to the subjective
Subjective information - added into the decision-making process only after the hard data is collected and evaluated
… be prepared for rocky landings
Whining
Unacceptable
Cannot be tolerated
Negative effects spread like a cancer throughout the group or organization
Worst of all…
People will know of the complainer and respect for her/him will be lost
“You cannot get unfamous.”(Dave Chappelle)
When an established person or leader, you are identified with the organization in the eyes of others
Unfortunately…You lose some freedom and must think in terms of
your role when in public, as others may only recognize your public image
Be responsible…
…to the persons to whom you answer
Address the needs of superiors quickly
Turn in assignments or requests in a timely manner & NEVER have to be reminded
Make the needs of superiors top priority
Bottom line…Make your superiors better
The Uns
When individuals do things that are Unhealthy, Unethical, Unsafe, or
Unfair
Act to stop these actions immediately
Weigh the negative actions in relation to the effects on the group/organization
Act accordingly – remediation or removal
Remember -- the person is removing him/herself by his/her actions
“Because I said so!”
Does not guarantee or even purport to guarantee results
Only effective - In need for immediate action for valid reasons stated to those with whom you are respected
Therefore, work at gaining the respect of others rather than power over them
The unexpected… Surprises
Being well prepared helps you expect the unexpected
It also enables you to deal with situations as if they were planned
Be an
ENTHUSIASTICATOR
Enthusiasm has an effect that is infectious
Be excited about what you do
Encourage others to jump right in… and then enjoy the experiences with them
Seek
…the bulbs
Take great joy & pride in seeing the “light bulbs” go on when others grasp concepts they could not comprehend at an earlier time
Again , celebrate successes
Invite
The atmosphere of the workplace should be such that individuals feel
wanted
Take a close look at, and review, the arrangement of your workplace often (Laura)
Observe & reviewing all aspects/procedures on a timely basis, then assess
Be not afraid to use another person’s eyes or senses to help, nor fearful of the other person’s findings
No Bare Walls
“Expect Great Things”
“Let Your Faith (and in yourself)Be Greater Than Your Fear”
Savvy
Genuine results come from respected design created systematically, not from merely intuition and savvy
Savvy can sometimes work to solve problems, but it does not lead to constant success over time
Guide
Facilitate - You do not have to direct everything as would a ‘sage’
Therefore,The more others know about, own, and are responsible for, the stronger the group or
organization
Problems ???
Solve your problems step-by-step, inch-by-inch
Define desired results & identify behaviors that support them
Design and administer tools of measurement of those behaviors
Shape positive consequences of reinforcement (that are appreciated by others)
Provide feedback regarding the results to all
Reevaluate the entire progression
Time is important, so if you do not see improvement after a specific amount of time, re-examine the entire process
Peer reinforcement is important
Persons in your organization must learn to reinforce and praise others as a duty of their work environment
We all need to look to provide that appropriate positive reinforcement to each other
Because…When we do positively reinforce others, improvement occurs more frequently, much faster, and lasts longer
Promote freedom of expression
NEVER tolerate an environment that prevents the sprouting of a great idea
Admins. - Rarely quell freedom of expression…. But, at some time you must
Adapt…
...or be prepared to fall behind and fail
The world is ever changing, and will continue change at a rapid pace
Continually update yourself
Avoid stating negative comments in word or actions when called upon… to adapt
Roll with the punches…
Be flexible & keep yourself in steady state
Others are paying attention to how you react to situations
Do not sweat the small stuff
Handle the big stuff with calmness and grace
Principles for those who lead Larger Groups
Find the balance between introducing & reinforcing the information everyone needs to have to perform to their greatest potential.
Clearly spell out the behaviors expected from every member of the group.
Recognize the importance of ‘hooks’ or attention getters and learn to engage others with those ‘hooks’.
Discuss situations before they happen, not only after
Some of the best coaches are great teachers
Engage all individuals in reflective and responsive thinking
Groups must be ready or capable of working as teams before expected to do so...
Accept responsibility for performance outcomes of others in your charge
Use every day action research
Is it a motivation problem or a skill problem?
Social reinforcement is the most valuable form of reinforcement
Leaders are responsible for maintaining momentum via smooth transition of activities or group work
Every person, group, division, or echelon of individuals in the workplace must respect and appreciate the work of others
Preparation is the key
Know why things work, not just that they work
Dazzle them with your footwork
The leader is always in charge in the eyes of people outside the organization
Organize to the max. and plan ahead especially when addressing your group
And many more…..