'Conflict-competence is one of the most essential and invaluable skills that a leader can have and use'- Jacinta Kitt. Practice and perseverance enables leaders to facilitate, support & promote a conflict competent climate in schools #pdsl@Leaders_SoE
#pdsl has given me so much opportunity to grow through the mentoring and coaching module this term. Inspiring those around you and empowering others is key to sustainable leadership in any organisation.
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Teachers engaging in CPD courses like #pdsl significantly and positively influence all of those around us. Be the leader that brings others with you @Leaders_SoE@patriciamannixm@niamhickey
Interesting quote on conflicts. Tone and delivery can change a conversation instantly. This is no difference in school conflicts. #pdsl@patriciamannixm@niamhickey
"When you show deep empathy toward others, their defensive energy goes down, and positive energy replaces it." —Stephen Covey
How we think, speak and act contributes to culture.. #leadership#PDSL@patriciamannixm@niamhickey@Leaders_SoE
Before a coach can give constructive feedback, they must first ensure that they listen and build a trusting relationship with the coachee #pdsl@patriciamannixm@Leaders_SoE@niamhickey
Giving timely feedback and in a constructive manner we can all learn from mistakes. Both students and teachers require feedback on a regular basis for improvement #pdsl
A worthwhile read on “The Dark side of school culture” as it evoked great discussion tonight with my #pdsl group on the impact of a negative culture on leading and learning! @SchoolOfEd_UL@patriciamannixm@niamhickey
PDSL Week 4: Some further thoughts on this weeks material and a leaders role in building capacity in those around you. By Gifford Thomas
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