Listen "Breaking Free from Email Overwhelm: The Principal's Email Detox"
Episode Synopsis
Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, Barb discussed the 'Principal's Email Detox,' a free resource designed to help school leaders manage email overload. Barb addresses the common challenge of email addiction among principals, highlighting the negative impact of constant email checking on wellbeing and productivity. She shares practical steps to detox from email, including removing email from your phone, setting clear expectations with staff, gradually reducing after-hour email checks, establishing scheduled email blocks during school hours, and prioritizing alternative communication methods. Tune in to regain control of your time and model healthy work-life boundaries for your school community.*FREE DOWNLOADS*The Principal's Email DetoxDecisive Leadership- Free WorkshopPrincipal Checklist to Disconnect From School*RESOURCES FOR PRINCIPALS*Transform Your Time: 60 Day Action Plan for PrincipalsLeadership by Design: The Principal's Custom Habit SystemThe Principal's Overwhelm Toolkit*SOCIAL MEDIA*Barb Flowers, Ph.D- LinkedinDrBarbFlowers- Instagram
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