"Straightforward and to the point, this book offers clear, commonsense rules about all manner of administrative responsibilities. The points made are refreshingly basic. Important lessons on balancing priorities and communction."-- (School Library Journal, Spring 2007)

"In this smart, readable guide, readers will discover useful examples and illustrative cases—from setting up hiring committees to organizing faculty retreats and crisis management teams—presented in an accessible, encouraging tone."
--Sondra Perl, professor of English and urban education, The Graduate Center, City University of New York

"This is the one book of practical value every assistant principal, principal, and curriculum director should own and keep near his or her desk as a reference."
--Manual J. Justiz, dean, College of Education, University of Texas at Austin

"If ever there was a ‘how to’ book for administrators, it is Insider’s Guide to School Leadership."
--Joseph Hayward, principal, Plainview-Old Bethpage High School, Plainview, New York

"The samples and counter-examples are tremendously illustrative, and the rules and guidelines both realistic and concrete."
--Giselle O. Martin-Kniep, president, Learner-Centered Initiatives, Ltd., and founder and president, Center for the Study of Expertise in Teaching and Learning

"The leader/reader-friendly book synthesizes Dr. Goldberg’s twenty-four years of experience in public school administration and offers helpful advice on leadership issues."
--Phyllis Glassman, deputy superintendent, Ossining Union Free School District, Ossining, New York

"All administrators would benefit from reading this book."
--Martin G. Brooks, superintendent of schools, Plainview-Old Bethpage, Long Island, New York

"A compendium of valuable insights into the nuts and bolts of school administration. It is an important guide for the novice administrator and will certainly concomitantly assist the seasoned administrator."
--Thomas Heinegg, principal, Northport Middle School, Northport-East Northport Union Free School District, Northport, Long Island, New York