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OUR MISSION A global community that connects diverse people, ideas and resources, AAIE helps international educators lead with vision, wisdom, courage and integrity. F3 Friday's Five Ideas for the Future ![]() Leading in Uncertain Times August 14, 2020
Welcome to this week's Friday Five (F3). Today we are unsure of what the future looks like; however as leaders we are forced to move forward even without the roadmap. But what lessons might we be able to take from our past, both professionally and personally? Despite never having experienced this epic level of crises (pandemic, economy, political unrest, natural and man-made disasters), this is certainly not the first time we have had to pivot in our careers. This week we ask, "How can we look to the past to help us move forward?" By looking at how organizations have worked though times of change, we can find the tools for success. At the same time, it is important to remember what to focus on - and equally important, identify what needs to be let go. Ultimately, you will never be able to solve every problem for every stakeholder, but instead of focusing too much on the negative majority, you must listen to all voices to find a path to common solutions. And remember to write down what works this time around because the one thing we can be sure of is that there will be another surprise in our roles as leaders - and indeed another reason to pivot.
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Your Board of Trustees and Mark WORTH A THOUGHT
"Anyone can lead when the plan is working. The best lead when the plan falls apart." Now on to Friday's Five... 1. In Times Of Uncertainty, These Are The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective Leaders
2. What Leaders Need To Do To Interrupt The Confirmation Bias
3. Let the Haters Hate
By giving too much of our time and focus to the negative voices, we risk ignoring our biggest supporters - and importantly those that remain undecided. In this Table Group Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and team discuss the real danger of trying to convince naysayers in an organization and the law of thirds. Lencioni explains why giving all of your energy to changing their minds is not only a waste of time, but that it can have a very negative impact on your organization as a whole.
4. Leadership in a (Permanent) Crisis
5. How Safe Is Your School's Reopening Plan? Here's What To Look For
WORTH A READ
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