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When Leadership Turns Toxic: Professional Abuse and the Absence of Self-Actualization
There’s a special kind of damage that happens when someone unready for leadership gains power. It’s not always loud or visible. Sometimes it’s whispered in group chats named “sabotage.” Sometimes it’s measured on a dry-erase board that reads, “Days since someone cried.” Sometimes it’s hidden behind a smile and a stolen credit for another person’s work. I have seen all of it. Leaders who weaponize control, who hoard information, who keep mental (and sometimes literal) files on
Catherine Addor
Oct 263 min read


Are You Compromising or Collaborating? The Fine Line in Leadership Interviews
Fundamental Friday: Integrity at the Interview Table When educators and leaders pursue new opportunities, the unspoken tension often...
Catherine Addor
Sep 213 min read


Mindful Monday
Mindful Monday: Be a Part of the Conversation So often, conversations happen around us, in meetings, classrooms, communities, and even at...
Catherine Addor
Sep 151 min read


The Impact of Political Mythology in Schools
When Myth Becomes Mandate Political mythology is powerful. It shapes national identity, stirs collective pride, and offers narratives of...
Catherine Addor
Sep 74 min read


The Case for Collective Practice
When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the foundations of schooling, many of us found ourselves looking up and seeing no clear direction....
Catherine Addor
Jul 253 min read


Fundamental Friday: Shifting from “I’m So Proud of You” to “You Should Be So Proud"
Leadership is more than encouragement; it’s about empowerment. There’s a subtle but powerful difference between saying “I’m so proud of...
Catherine Addor
Jun 272 min read


Encouragement as Engagement: Why Leaders Must Champion Their People
In every thriving organization, there’s a common thread: employees feel seen, valued, and inspired. And at the heart of that feeling?...
Catherine Addor
Jun 223 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
Follow effective action with quiet reflection. From the quiet reflection will come even more effective action." — Peter Drucker In the...
Catherine Addor
Jun 191 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
In a world flooded with hot takes and quick reactions, the ability to pause, consider, and reflect is a quiet yet powerful asset. We...
Catherine Addor
Jun 51 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
Leadership isn’t just about showing up. It’s about lifting others while you're there... and making sure they still rise when you're not....
Catherine Addor
Apr 31 min read
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