Be inspired to create a larger vision in early child care with this practical, popular professional development tool. Thoroughly revised, the second edition of The Visionary Director offers a concrete framework for organizing your ideas and work. Reflecting new requirements and initiatives for center directors, this handbook also addresses topics such as: cultivating a vision developing systems thinking for management roles implementing principles and strategies for mentoring building a learning community for adults and children bringing your visions to life to perform your job with motivation and creativity