Level #1: Most Intimate Relationship

The person that I am closest with is my wife.

I am committed to prioritizing her over all my other relationships.

• scheduling

• energy level

• what I choose to share with her

There is no one else at this level.

Level #2: Closest Family & Friends

I have 3 people in this circle.

The closest family/friends are my supportive network.

• I seek their counsel

• I lean on them when I need help

• I trust them to know my weaknesses

They get the priority of my time.

Level #3: My #1 Team

I reserve this level for my teammates on the same level as me. I need them to do my work well. These are the people I turn to when I have an issue at work.

When I have a strong relationship with my #1 team, I don't feel alone at work.

Level #4: My 2nd Team - Subordinates & Support Team

When I am relational healthy and supported, then I have the energy to care for my subordinates and parallel teammates.

• Teachers

• Counselors

• Department Heads

• Extracurricular Program Directors

Level #5: Everyone Else at the School

These are the students, parents, community members, and everyone who cares about the school. They might be higher on someone else's pyramid, but they are furthest away from me.

So I have to strategize my care for them.

Level #6: Anyone Who Is Not in Levels 1-5.

I enjoy meeting new people and engaging in the community.

But when it comes to allocating my energy and time, they are at the bottom. I still care for them, but I need to confess that my energy and time are limited.

I am human.

My relationship pyramid gives me the energy to care for my relationships appropriately:

• wife

• friends

• #1 Team

• 2nd Team

• School Community

• Everyone Else that I Know

When I have my pyramid in order, I feel secure and confident to take on the challenge of work