The Principal’s Biggest Mistakes

The Principal’s Biggest Mistakes

by Bob Thompson Want to keep out of trouble?  Here are the top items which have put principal’s jobs in jeopardy over past years. Tolerating low performing teachers. A weak principal or other assistant administrator consistently passes the buck to you, and...
Preparing for the Interview [Principals]

Preparing for the Interview [Principals]

by Bob Thompson Principal/Central Office Have a clear vision of job future What is my ultimate job goal? Does this job take me in that direction Am I willing to pay the price (before and after) for pursuing this course? Be informed about the new position I am...
Listing Your Accomplishments on Your Resume

Listing Your Accomplishments on Your Resume

by Bob Thompson If you were an employer looking at a new college graduate’s resume, which of the following entries would impress you more? Wrote news releases, or, Wrote 25 news releases in a three-week period under daily deadlines. Clearly the statement that...
Knowing When to Take a New Job [Principals]

Knowing When to Take a New Job [Principals]

by Bob Thompson Questions one must consider before accepting a position of leadership:   Will the new job serve my professional needs: Career advancement? Closer to University where I can pursue doctorate? New experiences or skill set Etc. Will the new job serve...
Knowing When to Stay or Leave [Principals]

Knowing When to Stay or Leave [Principals]

by Bob Thompson Knowing when to stay a little longer and when to leave is often difficult, especially if our logic and our emotions are in conflict. The following set of questions is intended to give guidance to principals as they assess their tenure in a position and...