I think that the fable regarding the two Donkeys was a perfect way to close this weeks Habit number four, “Think, Win Win.”
I think that the focus on successful, not selfish collaboration is the key to this habit. I thought that the 1 + 1 = 3 is a great concept. At the end of the video, Dr. Pumpian best summarizes habit number four, as a solution with a mutual benefit.
I believe that I approach every situation with an open mind and that at the end of the day, I want to help resolve any circumstance or aid those who need help. As a fireman, I have spent years training to help others in their time of need. I am called when someone is having a bad day. I am there to help and be an advocate for that person. I know that this idea translates to my teaching style and the way I interact with others at HSHMC. I am always there to help others at school, whether it be a student or staff. I take great pride in being known publicly for someone who can be relied upon. At the end of the day, I will always complete the task at hand to the best of my ability.
Now, this is a double edge sword for me! While I always invite others to ask me for help and I am very accomodating, I think that my fireman mindset needs to change. To me the 1 + 1 =3 means a teacher needs help, they call and together we solve their problem. My success has always revolved around solving others problems, but I have never asked for it to be mutual. I have lacked collaboration. To be a more successful leader, I could ask for help if and when needed. I have always considered asking for help a sign of weakness, as I want to be able to accomplish everything and be relied upon. However, I am now starting to see that if I ask for help, I can start to collaborate with others and it will help my students, my program and the school in the long run.
I value this concept and know that it may be a good thing to ask for help or assistance every now and again. At the end of the day, we all want to be Charlie Sheen # Winning.
Probably a different insight as to what others got from this lecture!
Nick
I think that the focus on successful, not selfish collaboration is the key to this habit. I thought that the 1 + 1 = 3 is a great concept. At the end of the video, Dr. Pumpian best summarizes habit number four, as a solution with a mutual benefit.
I believe that I approach every situation with an open mind and that at the end of the day, I want to help resolve any circumstance or aid those who need help. As a fireman, I have spent years training to help others in their time of need. I am called when someone is having a bad day. I am there to help and be an advocate for that person. I know that this idea translates to my teaching style and the way I interact with others at HSHMC. I am always there to help others at school, whether it be a student or staff. I take great pride in being known publicly for someone who can be relied upon. At the end of the day, I will always complete the task at hand to the best of my ability.
Now, this is a double edge sword for me! While I always invite others to ask me for help and I am very accomodating, I think that my fireman mindset needs to change. To me the 1 + 1 =3 means a teacher needs help, they call and together we solve their problem. My success has always revolved around solving others problems, but I have never asked for it to be mutual. I have lacked collaboration. To be a more successful leader, I could ask for help if and when needed. I have always considered asking for help a sign of weakness, as I want to be able to accomplish everything and be relied upon. However, I am now starting to see that if I ask for help, I can start to collaborate with others and it will help my students, my program and the school in the long run.
I value this concept and know that it may be a good thing to ask for help or assistance every now and again. At the end of the day, we all want to be Charlie Sheen # Winning.
Probably a different insight as to what others got from this lecture!
Nick