Leadership often demands stepping into gray areas where no playbook exists. Instead of seeking perfect answers, you lean into curiosity—asking “What if?” rather than “Why not?” When a brand-new AI feature promises to personalize learning, you recognize that long-term effects are uncharted. You set small, reversible tests, gather real-time feedback, and iterate rapidly. By accepting uncertainty, you create room to pivot quickly when new information emerges.
To normalize uncertainty, you share your own questions publicly. In staff meetings, you might say: “I don’t know the best way to scale this tool district-wide—let’s explore options together.” This transparency invites collaboration and innovation. As a result, educators know that it’s okay not to have all the answers and feel empowered to shape solutions collectively, even when the future is unpredictable.
Lead with curiosity, not control, when the path ahead is unclear.