That's not my problem!

Colleagues,

MVP: The first step to making a situation better is to understand the problem 
 
On a few occasions we’ve had trouble getting the podcast out on time. 
 
We have had four different breakdowns:

1. I was late getting an episode recorded
2. Lance went to edit the episode and the audio file had not uploaded correctly
3. I recorded the episode, but nobody realized it
4. Managing the podcast was at the bottom of someone’s priority list

 
In each case, the symptom was that the podcast barely got done in time for release.
 
However, each time the root problem was different. 
 
Because we invested time in each instance to understand the root problem, we were able to take small actions that should eliminate or at least decrease the chances of being late with future episodes.
 
On today’s episode of The Assistant Principal Podcast, I will take a couple challenges and explore what the problem might be. This is critical, because misdiagnosing the problem leads to inappropriate action. If you’d like to hear me break it all down, visit our podcast homepage here to link to your favorite podcast player. Better yet, subscribe!
 
Remember that you can be a better leader in five minutes a day. This guide will show you how.
 
Today’s intention: When you have the urge to jump into action, first consider what the problem might be.

Cheers!

Frederick