Relational Intelligence: The Key Factor to Exceptional School Leadership (Paperback or Softback)
Language: English
Published by Teachergoals Publishing 7/24/2025, 2025
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- Title
- Relational Intelligence: The Key Factor to Exceptional School Leadership (Paperback or Softback)
- Author
- Johnson, Brad
- Publisher
- Teachergoals Publishing 7/24/2025
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- Book
- Binding
- Paperback or Softback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1959419331
- ISBN 13
- 9781959419334
- Item weight
- 0.43 pounds
- Series
- Book 2 of 3: LeadershipGoals Series
Relational Intelligence presents a transformative approach to school leadership, emphasizing that the strength of relationships, not just strategy or compliance, determines a leader's actual effectiveness. Drawing on decades of experience, Dr. Brad Johnson and Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket examine how Relational Intelligence (RQ) - the ability to build trust, communicate with empathy, and connect authentically -is the defining trait of exceptional school leaders.
The book is structured around three core pillars of RQ: Trust, Communication, and Connection. These foundational elements foster a school culture where teachers feel supported, empowered, and valued, resulting in improved teacher retention, enhanced student outcomes, and increased community engagement.
Through engaging stories, actionable strategies, and research-based insights, the authors challenge the myth that leadership is about charisma or control. Instead, they advocate for vulnerability, active listening, and authenticity as vital leadership skills. Chapters explore a range of topics, including building collaborative teams, navigating crises, fostering teacher empowerment, and modeling work-life boundaries.
Leaders are encouraged to move from transactional to transformational practices, shifting from micromanagement and directives to dialogue, empowerment, and a shared vision. The authors highlight tools such as reflective feedback, strength-based leadership, and the HOPE framework (Hope, Opportunity, Praise, Encouragement) to help leaders uplift their teams and sustain positive momentum.
Ultimately, Relational Intelligence redefines what it means to lead in education, not through position or power, but by being fully present, emotionally attuned, and deeply committed to the growth of others. This book is a call to lead with heart, foster genuine human connection, and transform schools through relationships that matter.
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About the Author
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket is a wife, mother, principal, author, and speaker. With decades as a teacher and leader in public education, she has earned the reputation as a strong instructional leader, passionate educational advocate, and dedicated mentor. As the Principal of a National Blue Ribbon school in Maryland, she is a life-long learner who strives for excellence not only for herself, but also for everyone she serves. Currently, she is President of the Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals and is an ASCD facility member.Dr. Edoho-Eket's belief in fostering meaningful relationships serves as the foundation for everything she does, and her highly effective teaching and leadership style continue to inspire up-and-coming teacher leaders and administrators. During her educational career, she has proudly served as a classroom teacher, instructional team leader, mentor teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal.Dr. Edoho-Eket holds a B.S. in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Temple University, a M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction from McDaniel College, and a Doctorate in Leadership and Professional Practice from Trevecca Nazarene University.
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