142. Preparing for the Chaos at the Start of the School Year

<p>I know that the impending chaos of a new year is incredibly unsettling. You’re preparing for new kids, new teachers, new protocols, and new expectations, and you know everyone will look at you like deer in the headlights.</p><p>It's inevitable… and believe it or not, that's a <em>good</em> thing.</p><p>Confused? Stay with me.</p><p>When you operate under the assumption that the start-of-the-school year mayhem is avoidable, any disorder that occurs becomes a reflection of your competency as a leader.</p><p>The chaos becomes <em>your</em> fault, and it produces feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, and even shame.</p><p>But when you recognize that chaos is simply an inherent characteristic of transition—not a result of your leadership—you give yourself the opportunity to take a deep breath, adjust your mindset, and create a plan for how to deal with the inevitable disarray of a novel environment.</p><p>In other words, the mark of a strong leader isn't the absence of mayhem. It's the presence of a calm and collected state-of-mind that helps you weather the storm.</p><p>In this week's podcast episode, I'm helping you set yourself up for success by talking you through how to prepare for the chaos at the start of the school year.</p><p>Join me for a conversation about:</p><ul><li>Where the start-of-the-year chaos comes from</li><li>How it shows up in your life and leaderships</li><li>What can be gained by embracing the mayhem</li><li>Strategies to help you plan for what's to come</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Learn more and apply for the Director’s Inner&nbsp;Circle &amp; Owner’s HQ:&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://chanie.me/jointhedic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://Chanie.me/jointhedic</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>An important part of navigating the chaos is having people you can rely on for support. In our Director's Inner Circle and Owner's HQ membership programs, you'll have the opportunity to connect with other like-minded leaders who can validate your experience and offer solutions as you work through the tran