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Tag Archives: Leadership

Leaders Wanted

Tom Hierck Posted on July 30, 2014 by Tom HierckJuly 30, 2014

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” (Sinek, Leaders Eat Last) I’ve been spending a lot of time lately talking about leadership, working with leaders wanting to hone … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Leadership, Survivors

That’s A Great Question!

Tom Hierck Posted on July 26, 2014 by Tom HierckJuly 26, 2014

It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question. As I travel across the United States and Canada, I’m often reminded of how fortunate I am as an educator to have the variety of learning experiences I get to … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Leadership, Learning, Questions

“We’re here to watch the game, not to have fun.”

Tom Hierck Posted on May 19, 2014 by Tom HierckMay 19, 2014

Last Saturday I had the chance to go to Wrigley Field for the first time and watch a Cubs game with three friends. It was an afternoon game and they decided I needed the full experience so we were going … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Engagement, Leadership, Relationships

What Did I Learn This Week?

Tom Hierck Posted on October 4, 2012 by Tom HierckOctober 4, 2012

I am embarking on writing a post each week that reflects my learning for that week. This came as a result of participating in the Leadership 2.0 series that was launched on Tuesday by George Couros. While I would identify … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Engagement, Leadership, Relationships

Mentors – Paying it Forward

Tom Hierck Posted on April 29, 2012 by Tom HierckApril 29, 2012

We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give. Winston Churchill One of the really exciting aspects of being an educator has been the willingness of others to serve as mentors. A mentor … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Appreciation, Leadership, Mentors

Professional Development – Variety is the Spice

Tom Hierck Posted on April 6, 2012 by Tom HierckApril 6, 2012

“Learning is not done to you. Learning is something you choose to do” This Seth Godin quote (part of his brilliant manifesto “Stop Stealing Dreams”) was in response to a question he posed about what schools are for but I … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Leadership, PD, Teachers

Tenet #10 – First With the Heart, Then With the Head.

Tom Hierck Posted on January 29, 2012 by Tom HierckJanuary 29, 2012

Bryce Courtenay wrote a great book called “The Power of One” which was a favorite of my son. The main character in the novel, Peekay, talks about his own battles through life and decided his approach must be “first with … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Leadership, Relationships, Students

Tenet #7 – Every Student Represents a Success Story Waiting to be Told.

Tom Hierck Posted on January 22, 2012 by Tom HierckJanuary 22, 2012

Of the ten tenets that are foundational to my views as an educator, this one is the one I’m most passionate about. It has become my mantra over the last number of years and is the one belief I will … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Leadership, Motivation, Resilience, Success

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