Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Leading is More than just a Day Job
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Aug 28, 20183 min read
A Coffee Break of Inspirational Leadership: Gratitude
Here it is - another Monday is upon us. What are your goals for this week? This week's theme is "gratitude." And was I fortunate when it...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Aug 20, 20182 min read
A Coffee Break of Inspirational Leadership: Be a Multiplier
Happy Monday! Quite a few years ago, I ran across Liz Wiseman's book, The Multiplier Effect. WOW! As a second year superintendent, I was...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Jul 19, 20183 min read
Mother, Leader, Administrator - You Can Do It
A new mentee of mine on LinkedIn engaged me in a conversation the other day. A principal with a four year old at home, her concern was...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
May 2, 20182 min read
Need a Mentor?
Are you looking for a mentor? Look no further (no, I'm not offering my services but I am offering some tips). Over the years I've had...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Apr 6, 20184 min read
Becoming a More Mindful Leader
At a time of smart phones, smart watches, always-on round-the-clock atmosphere, and immediate access to just about everyone and...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 9, 20182 min read
Padlet for School Leadership
Ever used Padlet? If the answer is no, think again. Padlet is an easy but effective approach to collecting, displaying and sharing...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Jun 24, 20162 min read
Here's to the Grads!
Now that most schools are out of session for the summer, the celebration of graduations and promotions is about over. And certainly,...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 16, 20161 min read
A Clear Vision - with Dewitt Jones
Dewitt Jones is one of America's top professional photographers. Twenty years with National Geographic photographing stories around the...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 14, 20161 min read
A Day Made of Glass Inspires
I've always loved this video. Whether used in its entirety or in small segments, the ability to think big and dream bigger is what always...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 13, 20161 min read
How to Make Stress Your Friend
Find me a profession where I can love my work, make a living in the Silicon Valley, and be stress free. My gut tells me that may not be...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 12, 20161 min read
#CUE Super Symposium for Super Superintendents
While Superintendent in the Portola Valley School District, I had the honor of being selected as one of Computer Using Educator's (CUE)...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 12, 20161 min read
The Power in Asking
Success isn't always based on skill, talent or experience. Sometimes it is simply based on opportunity. And often that opportunity came...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 11, 20161 min read
Tips for a Happy Life (Tedx)
It is simply not possible to watch this video and not feel that a happy life is possible, likely because you'll find that whatever is...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 9, 20161 min read
How to Start a Movement
One of my tried and true videos for years - Derek Sivers' "How to Start a Movement." Need a great video for the start of the school year?...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Feb 9, 20162 min read
Increasing Females in Leadership Roles
Having recently viewed this ‘not so recent’ Ted Talk with Sheryl Sandberg, I realized the business world is not that different from that...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Oct 27, 20151 min read
#IAmNotJust
Thanks, Lady Gaga, for launching a campaign that many of us can get behind. A campaign we can relate to. Launched on Instagram over the...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Oct 1, 20152 min read
Out & About - Making Classroom Time a Priority
Ever heard of management by walking around? This is a well-worn strategy used by teachers to monitor and mold student behavior in the...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Sep 22, 20152 min read
Time to Invest in You!
Chances are good that you're surrounded by others at work (and in life) who believe in your abilities, your leadership and the special...
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Dr. Lisa Gonzales
Sep 14, 20151 min read
Why Should Anyone Be Led By You?
I've learned over the years that working in public education is a passion. Too many have tried it and realized they really weren't in...
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