August 24, 2023

Following a Long Term Head

There may not be many long term heads these days, although there should be. Following one can be a challenge for the successor unless the successor […]
August 24, 2023

WHAT OUR TEACHERS VALUE

Over the past 30 years, as part of Littleford & Associates work with schools on salary system design, benefits and evaluation protocols, John Littleford has interviewed […]
August 24, 2023

Executive Coaching is not Small Potatoes

Most great heads knew that they needed some coaching right before they became a head of school, or shortly thereafter but many did not ask for […]
August 24, 2023

How Can We Turn the Corner Towards Better Governance Practices?

A Board Chair of an international school Client recently wrote:  “I reread my notes from Thursday’s summary call and yesterday’s workshop and have identified a number […]
August 24, 2023

To Boards of Trustees: Is It Time for a Head’s Sabbatical?

My story was unique at the time but no longer the case.  I had a yearlong sabbatical after eight years as head of my school. I […]
August 24, 2023

Faculty Anxiety and Disgruntlement Can Be Turned Around

A Head recently wrote: “Our enrollment is up, and the Board is happy with the School’s financial picture and with my performance. However, I am learning […]
August 24, 2023

Published or Non-Published Salary Systems: The Pros and Cons

“Best practice”, right? Not in the opinion of this Consultant who has seen firsthand the damage that these two practices can bring about for schools, heads […]
August 24, 2023

WHAT ABOUT THAT HEAD OF SCHOOL SEARCH?

Many schools are now looking for heads for July 2023, even though it is late in the game to be launching a search. Increasingly, schools are […]
August 24, 2023

Some Key Indicators of Strong or Weak Board Governance Behaviors

One can tell a healthy board from an unhealthy one by several tried and true assessment measures: Too many board meetings, i.e., for day schools more […]
Some Key Indicators of Strong or Weak Board Governance Behaviors
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