Insecurity often hides behind confidence in schools. The Power Games Model exposes the subtle power dynamics that shape leadership culture, from “Gatekeeping” to “Compliance Theatre”. Drawing on Glasser, Karpman, and Edmondson, this article explains why people play these games and how courageous leaders can stop them before they define the school. The Quiet Games Behind … Continue reading The Games We Play: Power, Insecurity, and Leadership in Schools