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Executive search consultants testify to the most-desired skill sought by school boards in hiring mode

In seven years of superintendent searches, I have yet to hear from any who do not pledge to begin their tenure with a 鈥渓istening tour.鈥� Whether a 30-, 90- or 100-day entry plan, each begins with this same venture.

While concurring with Stephen Covey鈥檚 Habit No. 5 鈥� 鈥淪eek first to understand, then to be understood鈥� 鈥� I let new leaders know that what both precedes and follows a listening tour will likely determine success, and that is what has become one of the most essential traits school boards seek: communication.

The Primacy

During the first phase of our superintendent searches, our executive search firm consultants conduct individual interviews with school board members and other key stakeholders; facilitate anywhere from 20 to 50 focus groups; host town halls for staff and community; and administer customized online surveys. In every search, we hear the same refrain: Stakeholders want an outstanding communicator.