ABSTRACT

Dear school leader, you have a big impact on your teachers and students! In this follow-up to the bestselling Dear Teacher, motivational speaker Dr. Brad Johnson provides 50 inspiring quotes for leaders, along with stories and practical takeaways, to thank you for all that you do and to help you thrive in your role.

Dr. Brad Johnson covers topics such as focusing on your assets instead of your agenda; remembering your purpose; embracing failure; overcoming imposter syndrome and decision fatigue; celebrating the small things; becoming a world class you; and more!

The book is perfect to gift to the principals and other administrators in your life, or for your own nightly reading as you reflect on the day. The uplifting advice will help you focus on your purpose in this profession – and will help you remember that even when you’re having a bad day, you’re making a positive difference!

chapter 1|2 pages

You Don't Have to Be Perfect to Be Great!

chapter 2|3 pages

Bring Your Assets, Not Your Agenda

chapter 4|3 pages

Sometimes You Have to Scoop the Poop

chapter 5|2 pages

Choose Your Attitude Each Morning

chapter 6|2 pages

Don't Make Any More Excuses!

chapter 7|2 pages

Failure Is a Comma, Not a Period

chapter 8|2 pages

Celebrate All Successes

chapter 9|2 pages

Add to the Calm, Not to the Chaos

chapter 10|2 pages

Be a World Class You!

chapter 11|2 pages

Overcome Imposter Syndrome

chapter 12|2 pages

It's Okay to Have a Bad Day!

chapter 13|2 pages

Alleviate the Decision Fatigue

chapter 14|3 pages

Change What Your Recorder Is Playing

chapter 15|2 pages

Lace Up Your Shoes

chapter 16|2 pages

Make Yourself Accessible

chapter 17|2 pages

Never Give Up!

chapter 18|2 pages

Knowledge Is No Longer Power

chapter 19|3 pages

Get Out of Your Comfort Zone

chapter 20|3 pages

Connect Through Conflict

chapter 21|2 pages

Affect, Don't Infect

chapter 23|3 pages

Incorporate the Pygmalion Effect

chapter 24|3 pages

Small Talk Can Have Big Benefits

chapter 25|2 pages

Put Teachers First

chapter 26|3 pages

Hold Aspirational Conversations

chapter 27|3 pages

No More Buts! Leave Buts Behind

chapter 28|2 pages

Every Day Is a New Beginning

chapter 29|2 pages

Know Your Worth?

chapter 30|2 pages

Use the Handwritten Note

chapter 31|2 pages

Be Fully Present

chapter 32|2 pages

Bring Out Their Best

chapter 33|2 pages

Honk if You …

chapter 34|2 pages

The Best Team Wins!

chapter 36|2 pages

Know Your Personal Mission Statement

chapter 37|3 pages

Remember Maslow Before Bloom

chapter 38|3 pages

Be Visible

chapter 39|2 pages

Start Each Day with Reflection

chapter 40|2 pages

Value and Add Value

chapter 41|3 pages

Are You Asking the Right Question?

chapter 42|2 pages

Leadership Is All About Relationships

chapter 43|3 pages

Foster Emotional Connectedness

chapter 44|2 pages

Find Yourself a Good Mentor

chapter 45|2 pages

Stay Young at Heart

chapter 46|2 pages

Follow Your Path

chapter 47|2 pages

Be Approachable

chapter 48|2 pages

Find Your Voice

chapter 49|2 pages

Enjoy the Joy of Education

chapter 50|2 pages

Never Underestimate Your Legacy