¶ … Manager by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson. Specifically, it will discuss what have I learned from the book that I can utilize professionally as a school administrator. This book should be a must read for every manager in every organization. It makes management more effective, more positive, and simpler, in a time where too much of management just seems to be getting more complex and more convoluted.
The book notes that "it takes very little time for me to get big results from people" (Blanchard and Johnson), and it seems every manager in the world would find that compelling. Everyone wants to get better results in a smaller time frame. As a school administrator, I struggle with time on a daily basis, so immediately; this book captured my attention and interest. I was initially skeptical that one minute could actually make a difference, but after reading the book, I feel that many of the principles the authors discuss would work in my work situation,...
I believe we need to agree on goals for our students, our classrooms, and our teachers, and, as the book suggests, write each of these goals down so they are real, tangible, and attainable. Goals are a pathway to results, and one minute goal setting is certainly an attainable goal in my own workday. This book helps me set these goals quickly and effectively with "one minute goal setting," and that is a positive step for me and everyone around me. The goals should not be more than 250 words, or take more than a minute to read, so everyone understands the goals, and what needs to be accomplished quickly and effectively.
Probably the easiest things to accomplish…
