Feelings

"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Maya Angelou

I have had leadership roles at other schools and I am fortunate to still have a close relationship with those I worked with in the past. As I have moved on to other positions within the district, there are people who “check up” on the new person. We have all inquired about the “new kid on the block” through a person who has had a working relationship with that person. Granted the information is not always accurate and I personally feel like it is better to make an effort to get to know that person yourself instead of relying on other opinions. However, that is another issue to discuss at another time.

When I think back to some of the comments people have told me about what they have heard about me, it is always related to how I made others feel. I think this is a good example of your actions speak louder than your words. I do believe that your actions speak volumes and are tied to your feelings and emotions. I also think your feelings and emotions are tied to your faith. I’ve noticed that when others speak of me, they recall my actions as an indicator of the kind of person I am and ultimately how I feel about them. Fortunately, most comments have been positive!

My faith and how I choose to lead are a package deal, although it is not always an easy task. My actions towards others are a reflection of my beliefs. No matter what changes come, the way I treat others is fundamental.