With increased demands on school leaders’ limited time and resources, it has never been more important to harness the power of a high performing team. QELi, in partnership with Drs…
Why has leadership in education become so complicated, complex, fraught and, well, wearing?
Most go into education because of a passion for subject. When moving into management, few count on the daunting remit of balancing education quality and business effectiveness, administration and people…
The Power of Positive Praise
As parents and teachers we spend a lot of our time providing feedback, suggestions, guidance and comfort to the children around us. Our language, combined with our manner of communicating…
‘Top Four’ Essential Skills for Future Leaders
The need for high quality leaders in all fields of endeavour remains an ongoing challenge. Research suggests that only 10 per cent of Australia’s schools are investing in their future…
Conversational Bullying: How to Stop Toxic Team Talk in the Staffroom
Do you have a team member who likes to shoot down your ideas in team meetings? Someone who often seems condescending or patronising? Perhaps they like firing direct questions at…
Towards a bullying-free school culture
1. John Caldwell Australian of the Year 2014 in Victoria, John Caldwell is an anti-bullying advocate and Ambassador for the Alannah and Madeline Foundation. As a victim of bullying throughout his…
