Overview
Every school day brings decision after decision, often before the first bell rings. For a principal, it’s easy to second-guess each one. Authors JR Entsminger and Carla Braun know that inner critic well. Drawing on their leadership stories, they help educators recognize impostor syndrome and build leader self-efficacy. Self-reflection strategies and authentic frameworks help them quiet the inner critic and reclaim confidence.
K–12 principals can use this book to:
- Recognize the signs of impostor syndrome and understand its impact on leadership
- Develop authentic leadership skills that foster trust and transparency within their team
- Cultivate resilience by learning to manage self-doubt and embrace vulnerability
- Enhance decision-making abilities by prioritizing progress over perfection
- Build a supportive school culture that encourages professional growth and collaboration
Contents:
Introduction: Setting the Stage
Chapter 1: Seeing the Hidden Burden of Leadership
Chapter 2: Having a Name for What You’re Feeling
Chapter 3: Connecting Impostor Syndrome and Efficacy
Chapter 4: Navigating the Challenges of Impostor Syndrome Through Authentic Leadership, Vulnerability, Transparency, and Empathy
Chapter 5: Balancing Perfectionism and Progress
Chapter 6: Quieting the Inner Critic and Owning Your Leadership
Chapter 7: Balancing and Sustaining Authentic Leadership Through Leadership Challenges
Epilogue
References and Resources
Index
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