The Lift Off

Launching L.I.F.T

Dear Leaders,

Launching LIFT is definitely a dream come true! As an elementary school principal, I have always imagined securing a platform where I could not only share stories from my professional and personal leadership journey but also a space where I could offer other leaders on a similar journey hope, inspiration, encouragement, and of course insight into key leadership behaviors that are sure to cause those they serve to be “LIFTED” beyond their highest potential. We have all heard the quote, “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” While this is certainly a valid statement, I would offer an addendum, “Without PEOPLE, leaders have no one to lead.” Leadership is indeed daunting and comes with a high level of responsibility. Yet, as an elementary school leader of 142 faculty members and 1200 students, I have become a better listener, a better communicator, a better instructional leader, a better coach, a better teacher, a better mentor, a better counselor, and a better teammate every single year because of the PEOPLE I have been blessed to serve and to lead. I have come to realize that if leaders show up with an open heart and an open mind to empower the people they serve daily, then the atmosphere is optimally ripe for the greatest LIFT OFF…for the people, for the leader, and ultimately, for the entire school.

I so look forward to soaring with you as we travel together on our leadership journey.

Your teammate,

Dr. Quinn

Leading Influentially For the Times