On government & unions: the only thing worse than blind trust is blind mistrust.

In collaborative cultures, failure and uncertainty are not protected but shared and discussed to gain support.

Too often, shared visions really mean, "I have a vision; you share it!"

We need to establish platforms for teachers to initiate their own changes and make their own judgments on the frontline, to invest more in the change capacities of local districts and communities, and to pursue prudent rather than profligate approaches to testing.

On technology: The teacher is mightier than the mouse.

High performing organizations have cultures of creativity and risk. They encourage workers to innovate and play.

Courageous leadership is not fearless leadership. What makes you a leader is how you deal with your fears.