Whether you're building a winning team or a successful organization, consistent effort and a structured approach will get you to the finish line. At El Dorado County Office of Education, short cycles of improvement are a core part of their winning strategy. Tune in as Dr. Janet Pilcher sits down with Dr. Ed Manansala, Superintendent of Schools, to hear how he leads short cycles of improvement to drive real change. He’ll also share specific examples of how these cycles are applied to improve processes in multiple departments, from transportation to IT. Listen now as Dr. Manansala highlights how this focus on improvement fuels his team's success, and learn how you can apply it with your own teams.
Episode 384
How Short Cycles of Improvement Drive Change
Whether you're building a winning team or a successful organization, consistent effort and a structured approach will get you to the finish line.
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Hosts
Janet Pilcher
President, Studer Education
Dr. Ed Manansala
Superintendent, El Dorado County Office of Education, CA
About the Episode

- How do short cycles of improvement provide accountability and focus?
- How do you know when to scale improvements?
- Why is it important to honor the voice of students and staff in the improvement process?
Pillar 1: Aim High to Achieve Excellence
Pillar 9: Continuously Improve to Achieve Success
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