School Leader's Game Plan, The

Effective school leadership requires resilience during high demands to deliver results. Scott A. Laliberte provides educational leaders with strategies and resources to build mental, physical, and emotional strength, using a balanced leadership philosophy inspired by athletic training. Through reflective exercises and leadership development tools, school leaders gain essential resources to maintain motivation, meet daily challenges, and sustain their focus on purpose in education leadership. K 12 school and district leaders can use this book to: Practice mindful awareness to respond, rather than react, to situationsIntegrate physical, mental, and emotional health practices to optimize daily performanceEnhance decision making in times of crisis using stress management strategiesBuild leadership capacity to sustain long-term performanceReconnect with purpose through clarity of motivation and volitionContents:IntroductionChapter 1: Focusing on Leadership Capacity for Optimal Performance, Career Sustainability, and WellnessChapter 2: Leaders Learning From Elite AthletesChapter 3: Managing Stress ReactionsChapter 4: Exploring Optimal Physical Preparation for LeadershipChapter 5: Getting Good-Quality Sleep and Dealing With FatigueChapter 6: Learning About Emotional Regulation and the LeaderChapter 7: Exploring Motivation and Volition as a Vital Source of SupportChapter 8: Putting It All Into PracticeEpilogueResources and ReferencesIndex