Solving the Assistant Principal's Puzzle

ISBN-13: 9781138472587 / Angielski / Twarda / 2017

Douglas Hartley

Opis

Commercializing a knowledge-based product or service requires a realistic, methodical approach combined with a great deal of perseverance. Commercialization Secrets for Scientists and Engineers serves as a high-level guide to answering key questions and critical issues that confront founding entrepreneurs on their quest to commercialize their knowledge-based innovations. It highlights the unique problems shared by all technologists across knowledge-intensive fields and how to overcome the most predictable obstacles faced by technology entrepreneurs. It demystifies the process of commercializing advanced products that require a high degree of specialized knowledge. Typically, these are "disruptive technologies" with the potential to revolutionize whole industries. The book simplifies the launch of high-tech ventures such as pharmaceuticals, genetic and biotechnology products, wireless devices, fuel cells, and minimally invasive medical devices. Additionally, it will help readers bring their disruptive technologies to profitability.

Spis treści

1. The assistant principalship's puzzle; 2. The changing dynamic of schools; 3. The next generation of leaders; 4. The dual role of the assistant principal; 5. When and how to use power : do I have any?; 6. Relationship building : cannot get far without it; 7. Collaboration with the staff and the principal : preparing for the next level; 8. Building a better and stronger school;

O autorze

Douglas Hartley is currently an assistant principal at Tabb High School in the York County School Division in Yorktown, Virginia.