Strong school leaders aren't just good communicators. They're trusted ones.
The legacy of your leadership won't be measured solely by the plans you introduce; it will be measured by the trust you build. It won't be defined by whether your staff agrees with your decisions, but whether they trust the intention behind them. Trust is the bridge, but consistency is the cement.
Lay each brick with intention.
Your empathy, presence, and follow-through don't just support your leadership; they define it. Lay each brick with care. Trust is what holds the whole house up.
From Chapter 2: Trust as the Foundation of Leadership