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Reflecting on Leadership: What Have You Learned About Yourself as a Principal?

Reflecting on Leadership: What Have You Learned About Yourself as a Principal?

Update: 2025-06-17
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In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, Barb Flowers discusses the importance of reflecting on leadership to foster growth and self-awareness. She shares personal insights about how stepping back from the principal role allowed her to rediscover her passion for leadership and its challenges.

Key Points:

  • Reflection on leadership helps principals identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for growth.
  • Emotions drive actions and decisions, influencing leadership effectiveness.
  • Difficult situations and emotional reactions offer valuable lessons for improvement.
  • Authentic leadership comes from understanding yourself and learning from experiences.


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Reflecting on Leadership: What Have You Learned About Yourself as a Principal?

Reflecting on Leadership: What Have You Learned About Yourself as a Principal?

Barb Flowers