A collection of personal musings designed to prompt, to entertain and to raise the occasional eyebrow.
The quickest way to sabotage our influence, quickly followed by a loss of confidence, is through hierarchical thinking. This is where we unconsciously rank people by status, money, or power. Like it or not, education runs on hierarchy. Titles, pay scales, leadership structures are all built into the system. Over time, it is easy to internalise these structures and start …
When I work with teachers who are re-evaluating their careers, they often start by wanting to focus on what’s wrong (or right) with their immediate day-to-day challenges, then want to move onto their skills, and (lack of) opportunities. They ask questions such as: Do I need a new certification? Should I apply for leadership roles? Would a different age group …
Some of the challenges that coaching clients bring to our sessions boil down to the question: “What should I do with my life?” It’s certainly a question I’ve asked myself over the years when my career seemed to be heading off track. The question can feel overwhelming because the words carry both the weight of possibility and also the burden …
For many teachers, the end of the school year brings a pause; a breath between the busyness of school life and the quiet of summer. Truth be told, it used to take me at least two weeks just to quieten my mind and to start feeling normal again! For some, the pause also brings a deeper question to the surface: …
This month’s blog is a discussion prompted by the popular saying: ‘The end zone is for the ego; the journey is for the soul’. It got me curious because my coaching blends transactional outcomes (goals) with personal transformation (who we truly are, aka the soul). My curiosity became inspired enthusiasm which in turn prompted me to write! At one time …
If you are a teacher, chances are you’ve had that nagging thought: Maybe there’s a better way. Maybe the better way is a different teaching role or a different school. Maybe it’s a completely different career. Maybe it’s stepping away from the classroom for good. And then, without warning, another thought creeps in: Maybe what I have is good enough. …
As someone deeply invested in personal development and coaching, I’ve often encountered the concept of time optimism—the belief that we can accomplish more in a given time frame than is realistically possible. Now, I appreciate that some of you will already be rolling your eyes at this point and thinking ‘not another label people can pin on themselves’ so let …
Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich (published in 1937) is a guide to success. It is often described as ‘timeless’ and whilst I found parts dated (particularly gender-wise), the final chapter (a discussion of the ‘Six Fears’) was fascinating. Whether you’re an early-career teacher, a seasoned educator, or considering a career shift within or beyond the profession, these fears can …
For teachers considering leaving the profession and/or at least stepping out of the classroom, a portfolio or mosaic career is certainly a strong option. But what are they and how do they differ? And how do you know which option is right for you? In this two-part blog, I share my understanding of the two paths and point out the …
For teachers considering leaving the profession and/or at least stepping out of the classroom, a portfolio or mosaic career is certainly a strong option. But what are they and how do they differ? And how do you know which option is right for you? In this two-part blog, I share my understanding of the two paths and point out the …
