4.+Our+Group's+Assessment+of+the+Philosophy


 * === **Strengths** === || === **Weaknesses** === || === **Use** === ||
 * === · Everybody needs encouragement and it means more when recognized with an audience===

· The encourager becomes a leader with integrity
|| === · If not done correctly, it becomes insincere===

· If the encouragement is not earned it is not authentic
|| === · It might help teachers focus on positive things===

· A must when parenting
|| ===Our overall assessment is that this is a sound philosophy backed by research and real life situations. Studying Kouzes and Posner’s work certainly has increased our awareness of strong leadership skills. The Seven Essentials have clearly outlined what it takes to be an effective encourager. Upon reflection of this philosophy of leadership with others, we look forward to the new school year, as it will shape our daily interactions.===