Leaders have a lot of flexibility in their schedules.  We all work for someone, yet we typically have some control over our schedules. Educational leaders should utilize this flexibility to become more available to the public they govern.

Can You Be a Little More Flexible?

I won’t lie to you; it will almost certainly necessitate some sacrifice on your behalf. For example, to improve flexibility, arrive an hour or two early to complete paperwork, reports, pending projects, etc. That way, you can guarantee that your timetable is flexible enough during the school day to allow unplanned meetings, water cooler talks, classroom dialogues, etc.

Being adaptable enables you to be available when your teachers and leadership team require you most. It is like being a football team’s free safety. In American football, the free safety is a defensive tactic. They are the last line of defense, lining up ten to fifteen yards behind the touchline. As a result, they must be excellent linebackers and thinkers. They are referred to as the defense’s “quarterbacks.” This is exactly what a smart leader does with their flexibility.

A Little Homework

Concentrate on becoming more adaptable during the next month. It would help if you struck a proper balance between adaptability and unavailability, so do not go crazy. Giving individuals too much accessibility to you might backfire since you won’t have time to focus on important activities.

What have you noticed after a month of becoming more flexible? Is your team more efficient? Are you more efficient? The answer is almost certainly yes. Flexibility enables teachers to have real-time access to critical information and resources, and it helps you determine that you are fulfilling their requirements. In the end, it is a win-win situation that will undoubtedly improve student results.