The Together Leader

“We've all seen the most earnest, well-intentioned leaders miss the mark because they lack an airtight plan to get their most mission-critical work done. The Together Leader provides a clear, groundbreaking roadmap for maximizing systems, structures, people, and most all of, leaders themselves, in order to yield excellent results. This book is as useful for a not ‘together’ novice, as it is for a high-functioning leader with undiscovered blind spots to fine tune. I'm not exaggerating when I say that regardless of where you are in your leadership journey, Maia's book will change your life.” – Paula White, executive director, Regional Achievement Centers, New Jersey Department of Education

“Maia Heyck-Merlin has proven her ability, on so many stages, to help teachers reach their goals on student development, time management, and personal balance. And now, with The Together Leader, she is inviting leaders to join the movement. This book pairs practical advice with compelling anecdotes to help mission-driven leaders revolutionize the way they do business, and the way their organizations reach their ambitious goals.” – Emily McCann, president, Citizen Schools

“No one on the planet is better qualified to write about ‘togetherness’ than Maia Heyck-Merlin. Her book is a gift to mission-driven leaders who want to be more effective, more reliable, more productive – in other words, who want to have a bigger impact on the world. It is filled with easy-to-use, concrete, practical tools and advice, and on top of that it is a joy to read. I love this book!” – Jerry Hauser, chief executive officer, The Management Center

“As someone who has clung to her copy of The Together Teacher, The Together Leader is a welcome addition to my professional library. In The Together Leader, Maia reminds us that mission-driven work is done in service of the greater good, and that the mission-driven leader needs a strong foundation of organizational support to effectively reach that goal. The Together Leader enables leaders to create that foundation of organizational support within their team. I'm grateful to Maia for helping my team establish ‘togetherness,’ as it has aided our ability to work in service of students with disabilities, their families, and the schools that serve them.” – Christina Foti, chief executive director, Special Education Office–Division of Specialized Instruction and Student, New York City Department of Education

“There's not a mission-focused leader out there who wouldn't benefit from reading this book. Whether you are trying to change the world on a shoestring or leading from within a major institution, The Together Leader delivers the comprehensive customizable set of tools you need to manage your time and that of others for maximum impact and minimum burnout.” – Alex Johnston, founder and president, Impact for Education

“The Together Leader is the real deal for leaders and leadership teams who want concrete tools to help manage their time and for execute their priorities in our age of information overload. The tools and techniques outlined in this book will bring clarity and organization to anyone who uses them. It will be a tune-up for some and a lifesaver for many.” – Jay Altman, chief executive officer, FirstLine Schools

“Maia is uniquely qualified to support educators in this critical arena. Her framework has benefited our staff tremendously in separating the urgent from the merely important, focusing our time and energy on what matters most.” – Paymon Rouhanifard, superintendent, Camden City School District

“With clarity and compassion, Maia delivers strong advice on being a ‘together’ leader in the mission-driven workplace. Filled with smart storytelling, clear examples, and actionable steps, The Together Leader, is a must-read for anyone in the nonprofit sector.” – Elisa Villanueva Beard, chief executive officer, Teach for America

“Maia tells it like it is – leading a school or team requires a level of ‘togetherness’ and ‘with-it-ness’ that is just never taught. Leaders are too often overwhelmed or even blindsided by the daily demands of their jobs. Maia provides the mindset and tools necessary for leaders to prioritize, plan, and protect their time. Her approach has helped hundreds of our team members – they will help you as well.” – Dave Levin, cofounder, KIPP: Knowledge is Power Program

“The Together Leader has helped me maximize my time as a leader. Not only do I have more time dedicated to supporting my team, I have developed the systems necessary to think both short and long term, review critical plans with care, and make better decisions on behalf of the children I serve. Maia's tips on organization have helped me become a better leader.” – Jennifer Cheatham, superintendent of schools, Madison Metropolitan School District

“You can have all the vision, dedication, and talented team members in the world, but if you can't organize yourself as a leader, you can't possibly reach maximum impact. Using the techniques Maia describes in this must-read book, hundreds of Leading Educators' teacher leaders have improved their team management abilities. The payoff of their ‘togetherness’: increased student learning and opportunity in life.” – Jonas Chartock, chief executive officer, Leading Educators