·  Recognize and work with people’s strengths.

· Capitalize on the talents and strengths of your team members. 

·  Find ways to delegate tasks to team members. Identify tasks that you can pass along to others to manage. Provide clear expectations but allow room for creativity and individual expression. 

·  Generate leadership positions that people can step into. 

·  Ask employees to facilitate discussions at staff meetings. 

·  Involve teachers in your family engagement efforts. Have a teacher representative present at family committee meetings.

·  Establish subcommittees to plan projects, professional development days, and other events. 

·  Encourage employees by asking for solutions rather than fixing the situations. 

·  Share leadership opportunities in your community.