As the Chief Research and Development Officer at Captiva Learning, Ben Barton is a leading expert on the topic of recruitment and retention within schools. Join him and Nick as they delve into the complexities of this important issue and explore strategies for building and maintaining a strong, effective team of educators.
Mar 24, 2023•53 min•Season 4Ep. 5
8Billionideas Founder and CEO David Harkin discusses performance and well-being, his new partnership with Sir Clive Woodward, and why he formed it. https://www.8billionideas.com/
Feb 27, 2023•54 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Agnes is an #Executive and #Performance #Coach , #Leadership #Trainer and #Speaker Subtract complexity to add value l Making leaders and organisations think differently. Join her and Nick as they discuss resilience in leadership....
Jan 26, 2023•49 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Clemmie Stewart Director of Learning & Teaching & vice chair of governors, with 14 years of experience in the education sector, she is responsible for supporting schools in the UK and abroad. She also promotes educational staff to teach and lead with confidence. Dr Emma Kell has nearly 25 years as a teacher and school leader and currently teaches in Alternative Provision as well as working as a writer, speaker, governor, wellbeing trainer and coach. Discuss their new book, the guidance t...
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Andy Buck gives us his pearls of wisdom, what the current climate looks like after covid and the current issues leaders in education face. With questions from our live audience. #HONK #OurNCEJourney
Nov 22, 2022•56 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Rachel and Emma explore keeping well being at the top of your list!
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Rachel and Nick are joined by Columbia Business School Professor and author of Seeing Around Corners, Rita McGrath. They explore why it is fundamental for leaders to get to the edges of their organisations and how to spot inflection points, contexualising for education. Find out more about Rita here: https://www.ritamcgrath.com/ & https://www.valize.com/
Jul 14, 2021•50 min
Stephen and John explore Brand and Reputation Management and the implications for school leaders.
Jun 23, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Stephen and John explore the The Art of Influencing and Negotiation
Jun 16, 2021•59 min
Sam shares the #Uncertainty Expert project and helps us come to terms with not knowing or being able to predict the future....! Find out more here: https://uncertaintyexperts.co.uk/
Jun 03, 2021•50 min
Stephen and John. explore the concept and application of disruptive innovation in school leadership and education.
May 27, 2021•1 hr 5 min
John and Stephen share their insights on the Science of Change and what it means for leaders in school.
May 19, 2021•58 min
Amy kicks off Season 3 with Nick and Rachel exploring The Fearless Organisation, unpacking psychological safety and what that means in the work place.
May 13, 2021•40 min
Stephen and John explore the role that governance plays on effective school performance and the vital role they play as leaders in our schools, exploring how to maximise their input.
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 4 min
John & Stephen take us through understanding school finance and applying that to real contexts.
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Sharath joins us to share his insights on what motivates us and how we can connect our intrinsic motivation with our purpose. We consider whether the pandemic has changed or challenged our 'purpose' as educators and whether this is an opportunity to reinvent educations purpose. Find out more about Sharath via his website: https://www.intrinsic-labs.com/aboutsharath and with the launch of his book 'Intrinsic' in Sept 2021. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Intrinsic-re-ignite-inner-drive-rewards-based/dp/...
Mar 24, 2021•55 min
Stephen and John explore programme management and turning your development plans into action that has impact.
Mar 24, 2021•1 hr
*Explicit Moment! Mary joins us to talk through her rationale for Myatt&Co and why democratizing access to CPD is so important and shares her views on the state of education. Listen out for Mary's legacy if she were to become the S.O.S for Education.... something for us all to aspire to!
Mar 17, 2021•58 min
We are joined by the co-founders of Menopoised - Nikki Gatenby & Jo Darling to explore why it is so important to consider how we support women during the menopause at work through raising awareness and well-being. Nikki & Jo share how they set up https://www.menopoised.co.uk/ during the COVID19 lockdown to support women with natural, Chinese approaches to holistic medicine. Resources and how to find out more: https://henpicked.net/ https://menopauseintheworkplace.co.uk/about-us/ - http:/...
Mar 11, 2021•52 min
Gem is the Founder and CEO of MiFuture, an innovative platform co-constructed with the young people she serves to match them with employment and training. Gem is an absolute inspiration and has developed www.mifuture.co.uk to be an incredible resource for young people in Wales and would love our support to make this happen in the rest of the UK. Enjoy!
Mar 03, 2021•50 min
David shares his insights on the importance of research and its impact on creating a high engagement culture. David shares the latest Teacher Development Trust research which can be found here: https://tdtrust.org/2021/02/24/our-working-paper-on-school-culture-and-working-conditions/
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr
Dr Emma Kell joins us again to explore how & why well-being should be at the forefront of everything we are doing.
Feb 21, 2021•58 min
In the final Turning Theory into Practice session of Module 2, Stephen and John explore the science behind decision making.
Feb 21, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Fantastic conversation with Alison and Rachel on coaching, reflecting on what it's like to be lead by you? Chat comments below: Evening everyone! Please put your questions in the chat for Alison. We are looking at the benefits of a coaching conversation. Nancy Kline - Time to Think: Listening to ignite the Human Mind. This is really useful! I feel uncomfortable with silence and often feel the need to fill it or answer for others There seems to be a really sharp divide between mentoring and coach...
Feb 10, 2021•55 min
John and Stephen explore Keeping People Happy in the latest Turning theory Into Practice session. Listen out for the Fish & Chips slide!
Feb 10, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Stephen & John continue their Turning Knowledge Into Theory sessions exploring Market Strategies and exploring your next 'Big Moves' in terms of your strategic planning. Slides will be shared via the #FridayDispatches on the 5th Feb 2021
Feb 03, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Ben and James talk through the NCE's innovative approach to teacher training funded through the #apprenticeshiplevy. Book a call with James to discuss here: https://calendly.com/thegtp Or visit https://www.nationaleducation.college/gtp/graduates to find out how this could benefit your school.
Feb 03, 2021•50 min
We are joined by Mary Myatt to explore doing fewer things in greater depth. Mary shares her thoughts on essentialism, the Pareto principal and how to de-clutter and spark joy. Mary also shares her thoughts on great leaders. Find out more : www.marymyatt.com
Jan 29, 2021•50 min
John unpacks the inner landscape of leadership following our Senior Leaders Masters Cohort 4 Professional Learning Days on the 21st & 22nd January 2021 - ably assisted by his glamorous assistant Stephen.
Jan 29, 2021•1 hr 9 min
We explore the importance of language with Ade and the power of language. Ade talks us through how to 'connect with compassion' and the dangers of decision fatigue, as well as our fear and often inability to ask for help. Ade suggests some strategies to help, including trying to match energy levels required for each task, as well as developing 'accountability partners' as a conscious support mechanism.
Jan 25, 2021•1 hr