Things we actually use, read, and recommend. Honest picks from the LUCAT team — for school leaders, about running your organization well.
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These are the publications we actually open. Curated for school leaders who want to stay informed without drowning in noise.
Independent Ideas — NAIS
Seth's Blog
HBR Newsletters
Morning Brew
HR Brew
Scoop
Tech Brew
Need2Know — Cheddar
Whole School Leadership
Books
Worth clearing your schedule for.
Every book here has shaped how we think about leading schools, managing people, or doing meaningful work. All links are Amazon affiliate links.
Managing Oneself
Peter F. Drucker
The foundational text on self-directed leadership. Short, dense, and more relevant every year.
Toilet Awareness
Sarah Moudry
A practical Montessori-informed guide for toddler educators and parents. Used by schools and parents around the world.
Reinventing Organizations
Frederic Laloux
A compelling framework for organizations that operate with purpose, wholeness, and self-management.
The 10 Natural Laws of Successful Time and Life Management
Hyrum W. Smith
A values-based approach to time management that goes deeper than productivity hacks.
Seven Secrets of the Savvy School Leader
Robert Evans
Timeless and straightforward. The lessons and guidance in this book will avoid headaches and keep you sane while you take care of everyone else.
First Foods to Family Meals
Sarah Moudry
The guide to introducing food in infancy, building healthy eating habits, and cooking together. Help your child to prepare and enjoy food with your family.
When you hand someone a card or leave-behind, quality matters. These are what we use.
Moo — Premium Print
Greener Printer
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