Brad Stevens – Boston Celtics
I don’t care about the result, I care that we have no regrets. The pain of discipline isn’t as bad as the pain of regret. – Brad Stevens
Cultures of Thinking – baking and teaching
I have for toyed with the idea of baking as an extended metaphor for teaching here and there. Fundamentally, both are part Science and part Art, complex processes that, to an extent, are unpredictable. In both cases, looks can be …
Not even reliably wrong
On more than a handful of occasions I have asked the DfE and Ofsted to discuss the effectiveness of annual performance reviews. Both parties are unremarkably quiet on the matter. Now, after reading Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio article “How Gender Bias Corrupts Performance …
Cultures of Thinking
Back in January I attended our National In-service day. In between the big hitters, we were introduced to Cultures of Thinking #culturesofthinking courtesy of educational consultant Simon Brooks. His whistle stop tour, was exactly that. As part of the Headteachers meeting the …
One-on-on conversations
If leaderhip is the the art of convening conversations that might not happen otherwise. Then the art of conversations is a critical skill to master. Of the past few weeks, where I have found articles on conversations or coaching, I have bookmarked …
Complexity in school leadership #2
I had learnt my lesson. This session, I was prepared and ready to make notes. Session input came from Dr Kevin Flinn, Head of Leadership and Organisational Development. Kevin made a very conscientious effort to personally meet and connect with each member of …
Complexity in school leadership #1
I am cautiously, heading back down the rabbit hole. I was invited to take part in an experimental leadership course, hosted by Canon Park Teaching Alliance, in conjunction with the University of Hertfordshire Business School. Outline Six participants come together …
Dr Bradberry – Great leaders
Over at LinkedIn Dr Travis Bradberry posted an article on what makes a great “boss.” I am not convinced by the entirety of the post – plus it is supported by one of those staged stock photography office shots that includes employees of every generation, …