Posts by Adelee

Why future-ready leadership demands a new lexicon Written by: Adelee Penner New Series Leadership by Design: Navigating Complexity and Change in Education Leadership is no longer about managing what is — it’s about designing what could be.Leadership by Design is a series of reflective provocations for educational leaders committed to shaping the future of learning.…

Listening for Truth and Leading with Two Eyes Written by: Adelee Penner On September 30, Canada pauses to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation — a day that calls us not just to remember but to reckon. It is a day that invites us to sit with uncomfortable truths, to listen deeply to…

Written by: Adelee Penner Joy is a powerful emotion that can enrich our lives in countless ways. It’s a feeling of deep satisfaction, contentment, and fulfillment. While life can be challenging, finding joy is essential for our well-being.  Abundance is a powerful mindset that can transform your perspective and help you find more joy in…

Written by: Adelee Penner Creativity is often seen as a soft skill, but it’s a crucial component of a thriving workplace. It drives innovation, problem-solving, and overall job satisfaction. Here’s a guide to fostering creativity in your team: 1. Encourage Open Communication: 2. Promote Diverse Teams: 3. Offer Flexibility and Autonomy: 4. Encourage Experimentation and…

If everyone is special – then no one is special. Written by: Adelee Penner My dad had a saying,” If everyone is special – then no one is special.”  As kids, we used to giggle and appreciate that he was calling out some of our teachers and loved ones on their behaviour.  As we grew…

How to keep leading through ambiguity Written by: Adelee Penner We all have the tools to lead through uncertainty, uncharted situations, and ambiguity.  We have been reminded over and over again in the last few years that we can do hard things.   Being able to move through hard times and leading our way through…