Best of #PrincipalPLN: Dealing with Difficult Parents

#PrincipalPLN is now part of the BE Podcast Network and we're replaying some of the great episodes from the vault. Hope you enjoy this blast from the past. Be sure to see all the great shows on the BE Podcast Network.Take our free quiz to see if you’re ready to become a principal! Get personalized feedback and actionable steps for improvement. Start your journey to educational leadership success today!In this episode, we are continuing our coaching conversations with Eric. Please check in our previous episodes 523 519 514, 510, 506, and  501We are talking about how we finally met in person! We have known each other for years, but haven't met yet! Here's the outline of the rest of what we talk about: Schoolai.comChapter on hiring from How to be a Transformative PrincipalRecruiting and hiringWhat do we need to do differently to be more flexibleKnowing how few applicants there are, how can we recruit differently? What is good?Easy to fill out applicationsVacancies open soonerEarly for traditional What do you not feel good about?Don’t know how much difference teacher fairs make or notLike having a presence at a job fair. Very few graduates in programsInternet has changed the application processHow much schools social media helps?Suggestions for ImprovingAttract people to come to your school.Get on the phone and talk to them about what you offer at the school. “We need a body”Worried to non-renew a teacher because they’re not going to get any applicants.Always be recruitingLook for talent everywhereBuild a pipeline and keep in touch. Letter of intent for returning to their home district and get a bonus. Build a longer district pipeline.