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Read MoreAll the know-how you need to be an effective and successful parent group leader, including tips for managing difficult people.
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We asked and you told us—here’s what leaders say are the key ways to strengthen leadership skills.
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Learn from leadership experts while you’re on the go or even doing chores around the house.
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Whiners, Know-It-Alls, and Steamrollers: Strategies to cope with even the most hard-to-take personalities.
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Doing it all yourself leads to burnout—and isn't good for your parent group, either.
Read MoreTips for finding new leaders, even if folks aren’t stepping up.
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Read MoreAre you interested in being a leader? Before you take the plunge, ask yourself these 10 important questions.
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When it comes to building a network, take a look around. You'll find help in places you might not expect.
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Fear of controversy often pushes us to the status quo. But you can make good decisions for your PTO or PTA without alienating members.
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We asked our Facebook community what they wish they’d known before becoming a PTO leader. Here’s what they had to say.
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With good planning and communication, you can help ensure a quick and easy leadership transition.
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It takes ongoing effort to cultivate the parents who will run the group after you retire.
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Good leadership and effective management call for different skills. Depending on the situation, you'll need to decide which of those skills to employ.
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Remembering to give yourself a break is essential to the long-term success of your group.
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Is there anything more annoying than disapproving comments from people who never help? But as a leader, you can deal with them positively.
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Learn how to recognize the signs of burnout in your volunteers, how to eliminate it, and how to keep it from happening again.
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Spending a few hours together during the summer can help your group be more organized and energized when school starts.
Read MoreExpert advice and practical tips on how to run a successful PTO or PTA, in a nine-part video keynote by Tim.
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