M Uí Bhreandáin

Never settle for any toxic, fear-based organization. It’s not good for your professional development, health, and energy; there are many options out there; take advantage of them because you deserve to work in an environment that helps you become the best version of yourself.

As leaders you cannot underestimate the power of valuing the efforts of others. Taking the time to acknowledge the hard work of your team will reap benefits for the entire community #pdsl @patriciamannixm @niamhickey @Leaders_SoE

'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

The need for appreciation/acknowledgement is not a selfish craving for attention, but rather an authentic, deep-seated desire to be valued and deemed as worthy when offering something of worth. Happy Easter to all in education and beyond!

Excellent podcast with @DeniseMifsud4 and @patriciamannixm & @niamhickey . “Leadership is being out there, trying to bring people together, leading from the ground, and also building a lot on relations.” @Leaders_SoE #pdsl

Leading with empathy & curiosity are key in leadership. By actively listening without judgement, providing feedback in a constructive & supportive manner, & creating a culture of learning we can create a psychologically safe environment. #pdsl #leadership

It is important that the mentoring process is bidirectional, so it is not one-sided. Both parties should have the opportunity to grow personally & professionally! #pdsl

Prior to this module, #pdsl, I would not have considered creating a space for conflict to occur in a constructive way. "Encouraging conflict detoxifies conflict, while suppressing conflict breeds deeper conflict" Bernie Mayer. @patriciamannixm @niamhickey @Leaders_SoE

The CEDAR model gives us a framework for Collaborative Feedback, allowing us to meet people where they are now, have a professional conversation and move forward. #Feedback #pdsl @Leaders_SoE @niamhickey @patriciamannixm

Seize a situation of conflict as an opportunity to grow and strengthen your personal and professional relationships. Conflict resolution can often create a successful outcome! #pdsl

@kahneman_daniel describes two ways in which we think. First is fast, intuitive and emotional. Second is slower, deliberative and more logical. Thinking Slow ⬆️ Listening ⬆️ Connections Difficult when time is scarce and pressure abundant. #instantculture #now #slowdown

A strong and supportive school culture is characterised by a clear sense of direction, shared vision & shared accountability. This influences how teachers and leaders carry out their duties. It’s based on respect and trust which underpin our learning communities. #pdsl

Soliciting feedback from our peers and putting structures in place to receive this feedback provides for enriching and powerful insights and learnings about ourselves and how we lead. #pdsl

Such value in stopping to talk, chat, connect. Strong culture arises from many overlapping cohesive interactions that spread beliefs and values. Communication and conversations are key to this. @hgse #pdsl #leadership @patriciamannixm @niamhickey @Leaders_SoE

Some fantastic tips and advice from Professor Giles Warrington on @LeaderUnwrapped podcast. #pdsl @patriciamannixm @LeaderUnwrapped @blathbreslin @niamhickey @misskmaye @patriciamannixm @Leaders_SoE

The iceberg symbolises the importance of our ability to make decisions as well as using both tacit & explicit knowledge gained from experience, in order to achieve & sustain a successful & positive culture in our schools. #pdsl @Leaders_SoE @niamhickey @patriciamannixm

Wise words from @JonGordon11 indicating the importance of leading with courage, passion and grit which empowers us to become committed and positive leaders @patriciamannixm @niamhickey @Leaders_SoE #pdsl

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The essence of education is making connections & nurturing relationships. Coaching lends itself to empowering constructive conversations that have the capacity to impact positively on dialogues throughout the school community, leading to new insights & perspectives #pdsl