THE ROLE OF SCHOOL PRINCIPALS IN ACHIEVING A BALANCE BETWEEN TIME MANAGEMENT AND MOTIVATING EDUCATIONAL STAFF

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to investigate how school principals could balance inspiring educational staff with time management. The study seeks to pinpoint the techniques principals use, the difficulties they encounter, and how time management techniques affect staff motivation. Combining quantitative data gathered by questionnaires with qualitative insights gleaned from semi-structured interviews, a mixed-method approach was used. School principals and instructional personnel chosen by stratified random sampling to guarantee varied representation made up the study sample. Effective planning, task distribution, and technology utilization turned shown to be three main tactics for juggling staff motivation and time management. Schools using well-defined time management strategies showed better performance, lower stress, and more staff motivation. Still, obstacles including conflicting priorities, opposition to change, and limited resources were noted as ones standing in between. The study revealed a strong, favorable relationship between effective time management by principals and staff motivation. Suggestions include for strengthening channels of communication, training on time management and motivation, and group decision-making nurturing. The results highlight the vital part school principals play in using good leadership to create a motivating and efficient learning environment.