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From an educational leader's perspective, it is crucial to be aware of the various ways in which one's school may face pressure to sacrifice the institutional mission for the sake of securing resources. All too often, such pressure comes in the form of financial constraints or political interference. In either case, it is important to remember that the mission of the school should always come first. As an educational leader, I would therefore handle such situations by adopting a principled approach to negotiation. This means being clear about what the school's mission is and what resources are required to achieve it. It also means being willing to stand firm in the face of pressure and compromise only when it is absolutely necessary. By taking this approach, I believe that educational leaders can effectively protect their schools' missions from outside interference.
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However, in such a situation it would still be necessary to navigate towards a win-win outcome. I would need to find a way to negotiate an optimal outcome for all parties involved. I could use the "Getting to Yes" model proposed by Fisher and Ury to help reach an agreement that would be beneficial for everyone. This model focuses on finding a mutually acceptable solution that meets the needs of all parties involved. This model also suggests that parties in a negotiation should focus on their interests, not their positions; on what they need, not what they want; and on objective criteria, not subjective emotional reactions. By following this advice, I would hope to find a win-win solution that meets the needs of both my school and the outside pressure group. In addition, I would try to maintain a constructive relationship with the other party, even if we do not agree on everything.
References
Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In, 3rd Edition, by Roger Fisher, William Ury, & Bruce Patton.
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