Embracing your Inner Leader

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Quiz Questions

1.
Where are you in your leadership journey, right now?
- A.
  I'm not in any type of leadership position
- B.
  I'm an informal leader (no title, but I have additional responsibilities)
- C.
  I'm actively seeking a leadership position
- D.
  I'm currently in a leadership position
2.
Which area most interests you in terms of developing your leadership capacity?
- A.
  instructional coaching
- B.
  technology & innovation leadership
- C.
  formal / positional leadership (admin)
3.
Are you able to quickly build trusting relationships with others - both on your team and beyond?
- A.
  Not yet, I'm still learning
- B.
  Sometimes, but I don't have a consistent practice yet
- C.
  I'm getting good at this, but still growing
- D.
  Yes! This is easy for me
4.
Do you have a vision for what learning should and could look like?
- A.
  Not yet, big picture thinking is challenging for me
- B.
  It's hazy, but I have ideas
- C.
  I have some solid ideas, but can't articulate them yet
- D.
  Yes! I have a clear vision in my mind
5.
Can you "read the room"? Do you have strong emotional intelligence?
- A.
  Not yet, people are often a mystery to me
- B.
  Sometimes, but not consistently
- C.
  I usually feel confident with this, but it can catch me off guard
- D.
  Yes! This is one of my strengths
6.
Are you a systems thinker? Can you see how pieces fit together, and how you can scale small steps into making a big impact?
- A.
  Not yet, I'm still learning
- B.
  For some aspects of my role, but not overall
- C.
  Often, but not always
- D.
  Yes! This is one of my strengths
7.
Are you able to manage projects independently? (How confident are you in managing large and small projects, long and short scale projects on your own time?)
- A.
  Yikes! This is intimidating
- B.
  I'm confident with smaller, shorter term projects
- C.
  In many cases, but I don't have a consistent flow or process yet
- D.
  Yes! I can manage large and small scale projects confidently
8.
How confident are you in working with all stakeholders in a school setting, including: caretaking staff, business office staff, school admin, and board members?
- A.
  I haven't had much experience here
- B.
  I have worked with some non-academic staff in the school, but not consistently
- C.
  I often work with some of the non-academic staff at school, but I'm still learning how to do it well
- D.
  Yes! I confidently work with everyone!
9.
Do you use data to inform your practice? (This could range from: student, colleague, and parent feedback to larger scale data collection on implementing new programs or practices in your school, department or grade level.)
- A.
  Not yet
- B.
  Occasionally, but not consistently
- C.
  Frequently, but not always
- D.
  Yes, I have consistent practices
10.
Do you demonstrate a growth mindset? (Are you able to show and demonstrate that you are a learner and growing into your profession?)
- A.
  I struggle to demonstrate vulnerability in this way
- B.
  On occasion, when I feel comfortable
- C.
  Often, but not always or consistently
- D.
  Yes! I consider myself a "lead learner" in my classroom or on my team
11.
Are you an intentional listener? (Listening isn't just being quiet, it's being able to ask good questions, reflect on what's being shared & develop dialogue.)
- A.
  I'm still learning how to do this
- B.
  On occasion, I can be
- C.
  I have developed some skills in this area
- D.
  Yes! Listening is one of my strengths
12.
Do others consider you inspirational or motivational?
- A.
  I'm not sure
- B.
  Sometimes... if it's the right topic
- C.
  Often
- D.
  Yes! I hear this all the time!
13.
Are you able to present controversial information in a balanced way? (Regardless of your feelings on the matter, can you deliver or facilitate conversations from a point of neutrality [or the required positioning based on school needs]?)
- A.
  I'm not sure
- B.
  If I have the support of others
- C.
  Sometimes... if it's the right topic
- D.
  Yes! I'm skilled at leading conversations like this
14.
Can you articulate your leadership strengths?
- A.
  Not really
- B.
  Some of them
- C.
  I'm getting there, but I could use more support
- D.
  Yes, I feel confident with this
15.
Do others perceive you as a leader?
- A.
  No or I'm not sure
- B.
  In some capacities
- C.
  Yes, but I don't see it myself yet...
- D.
  Yes, and I'm starting to recognize it in myself
16.
What makes you feel like you're making progress?
- A.
  Sticking to a plan and checking things off the list
- B.
  Working from models, structures, or examples I can follow
- C.
  Finding inspiration in the stories of others
- D.
  Talking things out

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You're on the pathway to leadership through coaching!
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You're just beginning your journey to leadership through coaching!You are passionate about supporting educators in improving their practice through deep and engaging coaching conversations.But thinking of yourself as a leader might be new to you. You may not have looked at coaching with a leadership lens before. This means it's time to think about coaching as leadership!As a coach, you are building leadership skills in so many ways.... You're already:having coaching conversationssupporting teachers in achieving their goalsbeing part of large scale implementation projectsworking with individuals and teams in your coaching practiceseeing the "big picture" of how schools work towards strategic goalsBut looking at all of this with a lens of leadership might feel a little intimidating. After all...How do you recognize the leadership skills that come naturally to you?How do you confidently state that you have those skills?How do you apply your skills strategically to improve student or teacher learning, or reach for that next position?How do you advocate for yourself, in your role?How are those coaching skills transferrable to leadership?This is exactly what we do together, in our Private Mentoring Package: Embracing Your Inner Leader!This private mentorship package is designed for YOU! The experienced educator who's ready for the next step in your leadership journey, but you're not sure what that next step is. You know you have tons of experience, and you've built an amazing skillset in your current role, but you're not sure how you can use those skills to secure the next position.In this package you get:6 private, one-hour, one-to-one, real-time coaching sessions, 3 months of asynchronous support, andour 6-Step Process to Embrace Your Inner Leader Workbook to guide you on your leadership journey between sessions.By the end of the package you will:recognize your current leadership capacity and exactly where you need to grow.be able to articulate your leadership potential to others.have clarity on your leadership capacity, and clear action plans so you can take the next step in your leadership journey!Clients who complete this package are often:recruiting for a new positioncurious about their future potential in a different type of role (in or outside of schools)ready to advocate for themselves within their schoolIt's time for YOU to embrace your inner leader and take action on those goals!
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You're ready to dive in to leadership as a coach!
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You're already bringing your leadership to the work you do as a coach!It's time to clarify your own understanding of coaching as leadership so that that others can recognize it too. In your role, you have built so many leadership skills already, and you know you're making an impact on student and teacher learning.But sometimes it doesn't feel like coaching is leadership. After all, you're "just a teacher", right?Actually, coaching is so much more!You're: seeing the big picture of the school's strategic plan, and helping make it happen.working with colleagues in every part of the school, even in areas you may never have worked in as a teacher.building teacher capacity to engage in professional learning and support each other.A structured program to help you level up your leadership through coaching is just what you need right now. Introducing: The Coach Certificate & Mentorship ProgramInside The Coach you’ll have the opportunity to identify key areas where you are ready to grow, and have the opportunity to work with a global cohort, and a mentor to help you make it happen.Inside The Coach, you'll work through 3 key phases in developing a thriving coaching program:Phase 1: Clarity In this phase, we’ll clearly define your role, ensure that you and your principal are working in partnership and that your colleagues have a consistent understanding of your coaching role. You’ll find that clarity gives you purpose and you need clarity in your role to make progress. This is the key first step in making coaching a success in your school!Phase 2: ImplementIn this phase, you’ll put into practice everything you’re learning in the coach. You’ll bring a consistent structure and framework to your coaching conversations, you’ll learn how to ask just the right questions at just the right time, you’ll recognize how to transition between coaching stances, and you’ll document coaching conversations and start measuring your impact as a coach.Phase 3: GrowIn this phase you’ll start building or expanding your coaching culture, but leveling up your work with teams, reaching out to potentially reluctant colleagues and start scaling the success of your individual coaching conversations across your building or school. You’ll start to see yourself as a leader, as a coach.Start TODAY!You can start The Coach Self-Paced right now - and begin your leadership through coaching today. As you work through the content, if you realize that you need more support, you can upgrade to our global cohort, beginning every year in March.
3.
It's time to lead!
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You're already an experienced coach.You are already a pro at recognizing and articulating your leadership capacity.But you’re looking for more.You’re wondering exactly what you can do to truly leverage your leadership potential and continue to improve your coaching program at school..You need something personalized, just for you, so you can maximize your time, take concrete action & make your goals a reality, with the support and guidance of an experienced mentor.Introducing our 90-Day Leadership Through Coaching IntensiveIn this custom private mentoring package, we'll start by examining your coaching program to see exactly where the gaps are, and where you can provide leadership. You'll get our Coaching Program Evaluation Playbook so you can review your coaching program with the THRIVE Model for Coaching Success. Together, we'll identify the gaps, and determine how you can bring your leadership to improve your coaching program.We'll identify your unique leadership skills and experience that you can leverage to help your coaching program to thrive.In this package you get:6 private, one-hour, one-to-one, real-time coaching sessions, 3 months of asynchronous support, andour Coaching Program Evaluation Playbook to guide you on your leadership journey between sessions.By the end of the package you will:have clearly identified areas for improvement in your coaching program.recognize your current leadership capacity and exactly how you can leverage those skills to make a bigger impact.be able to articulate the needs of your coaching program to your school leadership.have clarity on your leadership capacity through coaching, and clear action plans so you can take the next step in your leadership journey!Clients who complete this package are often:ready to advocate for themselves within their schoolready to grow their coaching program to the next levelready to tackle the next level of leadership in their school"The conversation is so fluid, and authentic, going through it, I come out of every conversation with a new learning without feeling constrained or in too much structure. You are so authentic in your coaching, you give me time to reflect and think and process, but you also brainstorm with me. Everything feels very natural and comfortable. Thank you for being a true coach."– Private Mentoring Client
4.
Get Started Leading Through Innovation!
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It's time to start your leadership journey!You're passionate about the potential technology has to improve student learning.You're always exploring new opportunities to transform learning - and you love to share that with others.You have a vision for what student learning could look like... and you might even have a few colleagues who are on board with you.But you want to be able to support this change on a broader scale in your school context...So....You need to develop your leadership voice, and learn how to leverage your leadership capacity to influence change.Here's where to start!Growing into a leadership position focused on innovation means that you need to:be well-rounded in your technical expertise.have the language that can help teachers and leaders recognize new opportunities for learning.build admin understanding of why and how modern learning looks different to when they were in school.understand the dynamics of change theory, and to manage adaption at all different levels.Ultimately, you need to learn how to become an expert in advocating for change.Get started with our self-paced online course: Pedagogical Approaches for the Tech Rich ClassroomThe goal of this course is to provide teachers (or instructional coaches) with the opportunity to explore how technology can redefine and transform student learning in the classroom today. You will examine the ways we can help our students learn, communicate and collaborate as productive contributors in the ever-changing, more global environment our world has become.You'll learn about the 6 key components for a modern classroom, so that you know exactly what you need to focus on.With this foundational knowledge, you'll build the confidence you need to begin being an advocate for change in your school community. You'll have the language (and the examples) you'll need to start having conversations with other teachers, and your building admin about how learning should look in classrooms today.You'll be taking the next step towards being advocate for change in your school community!What's Inside?This premium course has 6 topics: Learning Looks Different Now Making it Work Authentic Audience Choosing the Tools Partnering with Parents Reflecting on LearningLearning Outcomes:By the end of this course, you will be able to:Explain the power of project-based learning in technology-rich environments;Create learning opportunities that challenge students to innovate, solve problems and/or collaborate with others;Defend the value of sharing with an authentic audience;Identify opportunities within your classroom for students to share their learning;Use collaborative tools to expand students’ authentic, real-world learning experiences by engaging virtually with others;Use a variety of strategies to be a lead learner when it comes to technology in the classroom as well as feel confident with new technology tools.Plus, this course is a perfect introduction to the type of learning you will discover inside the COETAIL Program!You can start the course right now - and begin your leadership through innovation today!
5.
You're ready to lead through innovation!
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You're already demonstrating leadership skills in your current role.You're building confidence that you do have something to share, and you can make an impact in your school community.You engage in professional learning, and you're passionate about the ways that technology can transform student learning.Now what? It's time to recognize the work you're doing as leadership. So you can advocate for the type of learning you want ALL students in your community to have access to.A structured program, where you can build a networked community of other educators advocating for the same learning experiences is a perfect next step!Introducing: The Certificate of Educational Technology and Information Literacy!COETAIL is an online certificate program designed for PK-12 educators ready to leverage innovative, technology-rich learning opportunities to build learner agency. As modern learners, COETAIL grads become confident taking risks while building a supportive global community.What?COETAIL is a series of 5 online courses which make up the COETAIL Certificate. Continuing education credits are available through The Heritage Institute or Teachers College San Joaquin (at additional cost).When?Our annual COETAIL cohorts begin in January every year. The cohort will run from January through to the following May (16 months). Registration opens the October before the cohort begins. Because COETAIL is asynchronous & job-embedded, you won’t need to get a sub or miss any instructional hours!Where?COETAIL takes place entirely online. All course learning is done asynchronously inside our learning management system. All COETAILers have a blog where they post their reflections and comment on each others’ posts.How?The COETAIL program is completely asynchronous with optional synchronous cohort meet-ups. Courses 1-4 are 7 weeks long with 5 weeks of content and 1 final project. Course 5 is 4 months, allowing you to implement all your learning in an authentic way. Participants say that they typically spend 3-5 hours per week engaging in COETAIL tasks. Each course is paid separately before it begins, giving you immediate access to the weekly tasks and details of the final project.Who?Do you have a strong interest in technology for learning? All educators are welcome: classroom teachers, coaches, specialists, school leaders. The program is customizable for educators in any setting. Are you ready to make a bigger impact in your school setting?Join our Next Global Cohort!
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It's time to leverage your leadership!
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You're a change maker!You're already demonstrating (and recognizing) your leadership skills. You're ready to make a leverage your leadership to make a bigger impact at your school - and you have the skills to do it!What's next?Now it's time to think about applying your leadership on a broader scale. Bringing your vision for technology-rich learning to the forefront of conversationsChange is difficult, especially in education. This self-paced course will support you in creating a learning-focused, technology-rich environment for students and teachers.Designed specifically for administrators and other leaders tasked with improving student learning with the introduction of technological (computers, tablets, laptops etc) devices.Learn how to create a community-driven, student-focused, technology-rich learning environment for your entire school community!Introducing: Leading the Digital Shift: Technology for LeadersThis self-paced course is designed to support you in creating a learning-focused, technology-rich environment for students and teachers.Module 1: Leadership: Developing a Shared Vision of Technology for LearningHow to connect your vision for technology use with your school’s already-established vision statement, so that it is clear for all parties that the new initiatives (ie. tech integration) support the school’s mission.Module 2: Leadership: Cultivating a Culture of Learning in a Technology-Rich EnvironmentFor administrators and other leaders who are looking to shift their school’s culture to one of risk-taking and deeper learning with meaningful and purposeful technology integration.Module 3: Leadership: Holding the Learning Community Accountable in a Technology-Rich EnvironmentEvaluate the success of the technology use in your school. Is the technology enhancing and transforming learning? How do you know that? How are teachers being encouraged, inspired and stretched to try new things? What strategies and structures are put in place to support the continuum of learners, from the go-getters to the reluctant?Learning Outcomes:After completing the course, you will be able to:Articulate the key pieces that need to be in place when developing a shared vision of technology for learning;Lead faculty in aligning (or developing–depending on where your school is) the shared vision of technology for learning with the school’s vision statement;Complete the feedback loop, seeking voice from each of the stakeholder groups;Include key stakeholders in the process of aligning/developing a shared vision of technology for learning;Understand the key components that must be in place before trying to shift a school’s culture;Lead teachers on a learning walk to look for meaningful and purposeful technology integration;Incorporate a feedback loop system to allow for continued successful culture-building;Evaluate if and how technology is transforming learning when doing classroom observations; andProvide differentiated support to staff to encourage meaningful and purposeful use of technology.Dive in and get start leading the change today!
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It's time to recognize your leadership!
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You may not feel like a leader - and you probably don't call yourself a leader (yet)....But you're are curious about your leadership potential... You know this is something you’re interested in developing, but you might not be sure where to start…You’re wondering how you can develop leadership skills that will take you to the next level – from the position you’re in right now.That's exactly what we do inside Women Who Lead!Women Who Lead is an online Certificate Program designed for aspiring leaders, featuring the voices and experience of over 70 successful female leaders from around the world.Designed to meet the needs of busy educators, Women Who Lead can be experienced with our community of learners in our annual global cohort, or as a self-paced program any time of year.There are plenty of places where you can study the abstract academics of leadership, but Women Who Lead is designed to be a personal journey of the realities behind being a successful leader – told through the individual stories of over 70 experienced female leaders.When have you had the opportunity to learn from so many amazing women in one consolidated learning experienceBy the end of Women Who Lead, you will have ...ConfidenceRecognize your unique leadership skills, gifts and perspectives that make you a valuable leader in your school community – no matter what position you’re in.ClarityKnow exactly what you need to do to take the next step in your leadership journey.Be able to articulate your leadership value, knowing exactly how you can make a bigger impact in your school community.CommunityBuild a global network of growing & aspiring leaders in schools around the world that you can rely on, reflect with, and support within & beyond the scope of this program.Your Leadership ManifestoA statement that describes you as a leader. Your vision & purpose that you bring to the world of education.Your WWL JournalYour personal toolkit for leadership that includes everything you need from the Women Who Lead experience that you can bring on your leadership journey.A Leadership CertificateStating 75 hours of Leadership PD that you can use to move up on the pay scale or renew your teaching license.Start TODAY!You can start Women Who Lead Self-Paced right now - and begin your leadership through coaching today. As you work through the content, if you realize that you need more support, you can upgrade to our global cohort, beginning every year in March.
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It's time to embrace your leadership!
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You're already on the pathway to formal leadership!You’re bringing your leadership to the work that you do in your school, you just need to be able to articulate it so that that others can recognize it too. A structured program to help you level up your leadership through coaching is just what you need right now.That's exactly what you'll get with Women Who Lead!Women Who Lead is an online Certificate Program designed for aspiring leaders, featuring the voices and experience of over 70 successful female leaders from around the world.Designed to meet the needs of busy educators, Women Who Lead can be experienced with our community of learners in our annual global cohort, or as a self-paced program any time of year.There are plenty of places where you can study the abstract academics of leadership, but Women Who Lead is designed to be a personal journey of the realities behind being a successful leader – told through the individual stories of over 70 experienced female leaders.When have you had the opportunity to learn from so many amazing women in one consolidated learning experienceBy the end of Women Who Lead, you will have ...ConfidenceRecognize your unique leadership skills, gifts and perspectives that make you a valuable leader in your school community – no matter what position you’re in.ClarityKnow exactly what you need to do to take the next step in your leadership journey.Be able to articulate your leadership value, knowing exactly how you can make a bigger impact in your school community.CommunityBuild a global network of growing & aspiring leaders in schools around the world that you can rely on, reflect with, and support within & beyond the scope of this program.Your Leadership ManifestoA statement that describes you as a leader. Your vision & purpose that you bring to the world of education.Your WWL JournalYour personal toolkit for leadership that includes everything you need from the Women Who Lead experience that you can bring on your leadership journey.A Leadership CertificateStating 75 hours of Leadership PD that you can use to move up on the pay scale or renew your teaching license.Start TODAY!You can start Women Who Lead Self-Paced right now - and begin your leadership through coaching today. As you work through the content, if you realize that you need more support, you can upgrade to our global cohort, beginning every year in March.
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You're ready to level up your leadership!
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You are already a pro at recognizing and articulating your leadership capacity.But you’re looking for more.You’re wondering exactly what you can do to truly leverage your leadership potential and get the job of your dreams next recruiting season.You need something personalized, just for you, so you can maximize your time, take concrete action & make your goals a reality, with the support and guidance of an experienced mentor.Introducing Private MentoringA private mentoring package is right for you, right now! We will work together, 1:1 to address your specific challenges & uncover your next steps to personalize a growth plan just for you!"The conversation is so fluid, and authentic, going through it, I come out of every conversation with a new learning without feeling constrained or in too much structure. You are so authentic in your coaching, you give me time to reflect and think and process, but you also brainstorm with me. Everything feels very natural and comfortable. Thank you for being a true coach."– Private Mentoring Client