The Brain and Strengths Based School Leadership : Corwin : 9781412988452 : 1412988454 : 01 Jun 2011 : Build on your staff's strengths for optimized leadership Best-selling author Sheryl G. Feinstein demonstrates how educational leaders can apply a popular business prototype of leadership strengths and the latest brain research to lead effectively. Her new book, co-authored by veteran administrator and instructional leader Robert W. Kiner, outlines four leadership styles?executer, relationship builder, influencer, and strategic thinker?and shows how to capitalize on them to: Create a positive school culture Mentor and supervise teachers Keep track of standardized testing Foster community partnerships Use data to inform curriculum and instructionThe authors link current cognitive research with the challenges of educational leadership to make clear the links between neural wiring, learning, and leading.