New international studies--including more than 2,000 schools and 1.5 million students--provide a conclusive case that leadership decisions have an extraordinary effect on student achievement. This session will address the following challenging issues for leaders: how to get buy-in from stakeholders, how to overcome resistance, what to do when people won't change, and what is worth fighting for. With hard-hitting evidence, compelling examples, and insightful analysis, the presenter will help leaders at every level have the maximum impact on student achievement.