The researcher observed, and had written in her notes, that principals gained skill in
handling the political aspects of their position and that this skill extended to
interactions with teachers, parents, school administrators, and community members.
In commenting on the value of learning how to manage political situation, one
principal wrote, “The political side of leading schools is so multi-faceted, and my
coaching experience has been huge in terms of understanding how to manage this and
create win/win situations and can’t say no questions.”