Module 2 : The Application of Adaptive Leadership 

Throughout this module, I gained valuable insights into how to apply the adaptive leadership framework to the challenges faced in my school. As a leader, I understand that leading change is an ongoing process that involves observing, interpreting, and intervening in a cyclical manner. I recognize the importance of continuously adjusting my approach based on what I learn over time. Additionally, I learned how crucial it is to create the conditions for adaptive work in my school, as well as how to effectively lead such work. Lastly, I appreciated the reminder of the significance of maintaining my motivation and resilience throughout this ongoing and often challenging process.

My "Ah-ha' Takeaways 

** come in with a plan of listening. Take stock of your team's strengths and address the gaps they need to close in order to reach the higher levels

** The first set of interventions when joining a team are diagnostic. Ask questions and listen. 

** Creating and strengthening a holding environment: 

Pressure cooker analogy 

- the ingredients are compelled to mix and enrich each other under pressure. 

- There are also safety valves that make sure the pressure does not get too high. 

- You use heat to get the ingredients to enrich one another but you also do not want the pot to boil over or explode. 

- The stronger the bonds between the molecules, the more pressure the ingredients can take. 

Key Takeaways (Provided by HBS)