Leading with Intent

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Leading with Intent will challenge readers to rethink leadership while providing many examples of leaders putting theories into action in schools and districts. This is a great resource for veteran and novice leaders who want to enhance their professional practice. -- Dr. Paul Tighe * executive director, Arizona School Administrators, Inc * Leading with Intent is an outstanding resource for both aspiring and experienced school leaders in the PreK-12 space. Whether in American public and independent schools or national and international schools worldwide, this book offers valuable insights that transcend educational contexts. Andrew masterfully blends theory with real-world practice, using compelling examples that make complex leadership concepts accessible, practical, and engaging. A must-read for educators looking to lead with clarity, purpose, and intent. -- Marc F. Ott, EdD * head of school, Leysin American School in Switzerland, former chair of the board of the Swiss Group of International Schools * Leading with Intent serves as a powerful reminder of the significant impact thoughtful, intentional leadership can have on the future of our schools. Drawing on decades of experience, Dr. Dolloff expertly combines theory with real-world examples, providing readers with a comprehensive guide to building trust, empowering others, and cultivating a positive culture within educational environments. The lessons presented here remind us that effective leadership must be rooted in relationships, collaboration, and empathy in order to inspire meaningful, lasting change. For those new to leadership, it provides a roadmap for building collaborative environments from the outset. For seasoned leaders, it offers fresh strategies to strengthen collaboration and nurture a culture of shared leadership. -- Eileen King * executive director, Maine School Superintendents' Association * Dr. Dolloff invites each of us into the successful journey as an administrator with his witty and informal writing style and practical approaches to getting leadership right! Andrew reveals his vast experience and understanding of humanity by linking effective leadership with trust, weaving its significance into almost every aspect of successful relationship building. His authentic stories in each chapter provide perfect examples of how to implement valuable research-based strategies. After reading this vivid, practical step-by-step leadership guide, it seems implausible that you would make mistakes in leading others. -- Dave F. Brown, EdD * author of "Young Adolescents and the Middle Schools They Need" *