Working With Difficult & Resistant Staff

By Sheila and John Eller

Learn how to identify the different types of resistant staff—underminers, contrarians, on-the-job retirees, resident experts, and more—and to confront and manage each type of behavior so that all staff can succeed in a positive and collaborative culture. In addition to offering principals practical strategies to counteract negative behaviors immediately, the book provides planning exercises and templates for principals as well as reflective leadership questions to extend the learning.