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  • What Great Principals Do Differently

  • 18 Things That Matter Most, Second Edition
  • By: Todd Whitaker
  • Narrated by: Steve Marvel
  • Length: 4 hrs and 25 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (225 ratings)

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What Great Principals Do Differently

By: Todd Whitaker
Narrated by: Steve Marvel
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Publisher's summary

Inspire yourself and others with the second edition of this best-seller. With heartfelt advice, practical wisdom, and examples from the field, Todd Whitaker explains the qualities and practices that distinguish great principals. New features include:

  • Developing an accurate sense of self
  • Understanding the dynamics of change
  • Dealing with negative or ineffective staff members

One of the nation's leading experts on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd Whitaker has written more than 20 powerful books for educators of every level. Discover what you can do differently.

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Great for new leaders

I listened while preparing for the school year. I learned a lot. The book is simple, yet discussed the most important aspects of being a school leader.

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Great and effective advice!

The simple structure makes this audible book pleasant to listen to. Informative and inspirational knowledge you can easily apply!

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Well done, Mr. Whitaker

As a new leader, I can’t stop soaking up the wisdom Todd Whitaker offers. It’s all truly impactful for the benefit of teachers, students, and education.

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Practical advice

This book is an excellent resource for principals because it gives tips and strategies to help improve your practice. It is a nice blend of philosophical underpinning and practices to help into action.

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Enjoyed this read

This was a great listen. There was a lot of great ideas and practices to adopt.

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Great Summary of Principalship

This book provides foundational information about what it tasked to be a good principal. The book does not offer a how to guide but rather an understanding of the best practices of a principal.

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Simple Yet Effective

I’ve read/listened to the book for the 2nd time, I needed a reminder of why leaders do what they do.

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Meaningful and actionable advice

Meaningful and actionable advice. The voice goes well with the reading. For all principals and aspiring principals

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Must Read for any Administrator

This book is a must read for any administrator. It is practical, logical, and full of truth.

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Eye opening!

I liked the author’s style in presenting his ideas and examples. The book opened my eyes for many new techniques to use at my school. I’m excited to try them.

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