Lead Like the Legends Advice and Inspiration for Teachers and Administrators [Hardcover]

Based on the popular presentation of the same name, Lead Like the Legends uses the inspiring words of musical legends to help teachers and administrators learn the principles of effective leadership.

The book is organized around 14 musical greats, including Ray Charles, Duke Ellington, Marian Anderson, Carlos Santana, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, and Louis Armstrong. As you examine the words of wisdom from these artists, youll learn the keys to strong leadership, such as&

• being sincere;
• accepting no limits;
• leading with imagination;
• leading by participating;
• being daring and high energy;
• using teamwork; and
• being yourself.

Each chapter includes motivational stories and examples from school leaders across the country, as well as reflection activities, self-assessments, and planning tools to help you implement the ideas. Whether youre a teacher looking to enhance your skills or an administrator in charge of managing a school or district, youll come away from the book with fresh ideas and inspiration to help you on your journey.

About the Author

Acknowledgments

Prelude

How to Read Lead Like the Legends

Ch. 1 Judy Garland  Be Sincere

Ch. 2 Rogers and Hammerstein, Joe Raposo  Be Optimistic

Ch. 3 Ray Charles  Accept No Limits

Ch. 4 George Gershwin  Be Eclectic

Ch. 5 Duke Ellington  Lead by Participating

Ch. 6 Leonard Bernstein  Lead with Imagination

Ch. 7 Marian Anderson  Be Strong by Being Principled

Ch. 8 Frank Sinatra  Train to Grow

Ch. 9 Bob Dylan  Put the Message Across

Ch. 10 Elvis Presley  Be Dls%