1. Create your plan for working with the board
Develop a theory of action: a practical plan for communication, relationship building, and effective work with the board as a whole and its individual members.
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New Superintendent
Success Package
Lead with a plan. Build trust. Clarify expectations.
Book + three one-hour coaching sessions: $495
Request the Success PackageBuild a strong partnership with your board.
Book + three one-hour coaching sessions: $495
Regular price: $560. Save $65.
Includes one copy of Confessions of a School Board Member: What Every Superintendent Needs to Know plus three one-hour coaching sessions with Phil Gore, PhD.
Bring your board into the learning. Add a copy for each board member. Request a quote based on your board size. Coaching sessions are individual sessions with the superintendent.
Request the Success Package ↗Your first superintendency brings a new leadership opportunity: building a productive partnership with a lay citizen board whose members bring varied backgrounds, communication styles, and priorities. Get personalized support to build relationships, clarify expectations, and help your governance team succeed.
Three conversations focused on your success
2. Build relationships and clarify expectations
Explore different communication styles, strengthen trust, and prepare conversations that clarify roles, expectations, and how your governance team works together.
3. Align priorities, evaluation, and board learning
Plan how to help the board identify shared goals and priorities, connect superintendent evaluation to agreed expectations, and identify ongoing board learning and development needs.
About your coach
Phil Gore, PhD, is a former school board member, author, and leadership consultant with extensive experience helping boards and superintendents work effectively together.
Start your superintendency with a strong board-superintendent partnership.
Request the package: phil@philgore.net | philgore.net