Teachers (and other professionals) often find themselves at a crossroads, contemplating a change in careers. Whether driven by burnout, a desire for new challenges, or a shift in personal interests, the decision to step out of the classroom can be daunting. Success, however, begins with a simple step: a decision to look inwards before looking outwards. This inward reflection is …
Are you a teacher thinking of leaving the profession?
This is perhaps the most powerful mission statement I have written so far on my coaching journey, so I wanted to share here for all to see. And I really do feel ‘on a mission’ with this. It took one of those light bulb moments I talk about to see this work has been staring me in the face (and …
Should I stay or should I go?
Out of all the wonderful, talented individuals I have had the privilege to serve, a particular group stands out. I have coached a significant number of teachers who have either recently left the profession, or who are in the midst of asking themselves whether or not they should stay or go. Recognising that this appears to be a dilemma affecting …