the quarterly magazine of ILTA
5
Peer to Peer
from the director
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C
onceptualizing the cover art for this issue of Peer to Peer brought to mind
several metaphors for professional development, but none resonate as strongly
for me as "growth." Like a plant that requires nourishment and proper climate
to support a deeper root structure, greater height and expanse, and finally a
blossoming and germination, so, too, there is a path of growth and maturation
for anyone who seeks deeper knowledge, richer experiences, broader
exposure and greater responsibilities. Jonas Salk said, "The reward for work well done is
the opportunity to do more." And so it goes along the path of professional development,
with the ultimate goal, in my view, of mentoring others toward greater possibilities.
There are numerous inspirational quotations around leadership and professional
development, and I'll slip in a favorite of mine (and the second quote for the intro, in case
you're counting) from Adlai Stevenson: "It's hard to lead a cavalry charge if you think you
look funny on a horse."
Our contributors offer sage advice on how to feel really good on that horse.
They might have a few tips for the horse, too. Applying project management tools to
professional development; working with a professional coach; moving from the mindset
of trainer to performance coach — these are just a few of the concepts our authors
explore. Enjoy their words of wisdom, often grown from seeds planted by those who
blossomed before them.
Randi Mayes
executive director
