S1E6 - Listening To and Seeking Feedback with Morgan Shaw

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Hey there! Today, I'm chatting with Morgan Shaw, who's gone from being a Year 1 teacher to deputy principal in Perth, all with her awesome 'I' for Influence style shining through. Morgan spills the beans on her journey in education with our host Jenny Cole. We'll dive into how her DISC profile really opened her eyes to some deep stuff about leadership.

We'll learn about Morgan's top lessons, like how listening up can make a big difference, why having a clear vision is key, and why feedback is absolutely crucial in your leadership journey. These nuggets have make this episode a must listen.

This episode's packed with practical tips, where we'll talk about why being seen as a leader matters so much in the busy world of schools. We'll dig into what it really means to have a presence in the classroom, the ins and outs of teacher walkthroughs, and why getting the community involved is a total game-changer.

And as we chat about the hurdles of leading a team of educators in all sorts of different situations, we'll touch on the art of giving feedback that helps folks grow, not just puff up their egos. Morgan and I will also unpack how important it is to build connections across different generations of parents, and why being real is key to bringing different groups together.

Come join us for a heartfelt chat about what makes educational leadership tick, and how it's all about growing personally as well as professionally.

Did you know there is more? You can access every episode, show notes, links and more via my website Positively Beaming.

Chapters

1. Leadership Journey and Growth Through Teaching (00:00:00)

2. Importance of Visible Leadership in Schools (00:08:14)

3. Connecting Across Different Social Environments (00:17:32)