Thoughts + Wonderings

By Pat (PK) Kearney | Inspired by Ronald Heifetz’s Adaptive Leadership “Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is...

Tired of endless meetings without clear next steps? An Action Board helps your team quickly prioritize ideas based on impact and effort—so you can focus on the solutions that matter most. Learn how this simple tool can turn brainstorming into real action, with clarity, accountability, and momentum.

Want to make better decisions with more confidence? This post explores practical tools and a simple pre-decision warm-up that can help leaders and teams build clarity, reduce bias, and align around what success looks like.

Exploring insights from THE AI SHOW @ ASU+GSV, this post highlights the critical need for human-centered AI in education—emphasizing teacher well-being, authentic connections, and intentional strategies for AI integration.

How do personality styles influence the way we make decisions? This post explores how DiSC styles shape decision-making dynamics—and how teams can use that awareness to reduce conflict, build trust, and make smarter, more balanced choices together.

Why Now Is the Perfect Time for Team Retrospectives According to behavioral scientist Katy Milkman , natural transitions—like the end of...

Feeling overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list? The Eisenhower Matrix is a simple, visual tool that helps you cut through the noise, prioritize with purpose, and spend more time on what truly matters. Learn how to use it—and how to make your calendar and tools reflect your real priorities.

Rethink leadership with lessons from history—team-building, psychological safety, and redefining leadership for stronger teams and schools.