How can school leaders foster more effective teamwork and collaboration among teachers to improve instruction and culture? Brad Johnson and Robert Hinchliffe use the analogy of geese V formations to show what effective teamwork really looks like for success. They discuss roles and responsibilities--each goose has a role to play in the flock, from leader to follower; the importance of recognizing individual strengths and assigning roles accordingly; and the impact of each team member fulfilling their responsibilities. They also discuss the skills that the teams need in order to work together: working together to achieve a common goal; fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose; adaptability and flexibility; encouragement and support; trust and reliance; and leadership and followership. Each chapter is filled with strategies and examples for leaders in any setting and ends with a Sharpen Your Winning Edge section offering tips you can use immediately.

Brad Johnson (@DrBradJohnson) has over 25 years of experience as a teacher and administrator at the K-12 and collegiate level. He is author of several books and one of the most inspirational and affirmational speakers in education.
Robert Hinchliffe is a successful principal in Las Vegas, Nevada, and has been an administrator for over 18 years. He is the author of the book It's All About Perspective and hosts a podcast with the same name.