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Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership

Shane Leaning | School Leadership & Organisational Development Coach

Strategic school leadership insights for education leaders who want to drive meaningful change and build thriving school communities.What if the most powerful leadership strategies were hiding in plain sight? Education Leaders uncovers the evidence-based approaches that separate truly effective school leaders from the rest. Through compelling interviews and strategic deep-dives, organisational coach Shane Leaning reveals the real challenges facing today"s education leaders, and the practical

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9:36

Unwrapping 2024 | A Year in Review

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/12/23

In this special Christmas Eve episode, host Shane Leaning reflects on a remarkable year of Global Ed Leaders, highlighting some of the most impactful conversations and milestones from 2024.Key Episode Highlights:Notable Conversations from 2024:Rachel Lofthouse on coaching in teacher development (Episodes 37 & 38)Arrann Hamilton discussing de-implementation with insights from John Hattie and Dylan WilliamJosh Goodrich on the power of rehearsal in professional development (Episode 54)Jose Medina

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6:57

Stop Getting Buy-in, Start Getting Alignment

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/12/16

In this episode of the organisational change series, Shane Leaning explores why alignment is crucial for successful change implementation in schools. Through practical examples and actionable strategies, he demonstrates how misalignment can derail even the most well-researched initiatives.Key InsightsMany school initiatives fail not because of the change itself, but due to lack of alignment among stakeholdersTrue alignment goes beyond surface-level agreement to create shared understandingDifferent

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34:05

Invisible Obstacles, Unstoppable Women Leaders | A...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/12/09

In this conversation, Claire Peet discusses the challenges women leaders face in international education. We explore how common leadership terms like 'imposter syndrome' and 'perfectionism' have become problematic labels that can be used against women leaders. Claire shares powerful insights about the double bind women face - being criticised both for adopting and rejecting traditional leadership traits.We discuss the different ways men and women process feedback, illustrated through her compelling

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33:55

Inside China's Newest School Network

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/12/03

I normally sit down for deep one-on-ones with education leaders, but this episode takes a different approach. At NESSIC's inaugural leadership conference, I captured something special - the birth of China's newest school network.Moving through the conference rooms with my microphone, I spoke with 20 school leaders about what drives them to build community beyond their campus walls. From heads of isolated regional schools to leaders of China's biggest international bilingual schools, these

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41:01

Could You Handle a Startup School? | A Conversation...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/11/26

Grainne O'Reilly chats with Shane about the challenges and rewards of leading a startup school. She talks about the importance of embracing the unknowns and being open to asking for help. Grainne highlights the magic of a startup and the sense of ownership and excitement that every team member should feel. She also discusses the pattern of a post-Christmas dip in energy and offers advice on how leaders can support their teams during this time.Grainne encourages leaders to take care of themselves and

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12:18

How to define your next challenge | Change Series 1.5

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/11/19

In this episode, Shane Leaning discusses the complexities of addressing challenges in educational settings. He talks through the importance of defining challenges clearly, reframing problems as opportunities, and balancing emotional responses with factual data. Shane shares insights on how to prioritise challenges effectively and encourages leaders to focus on the root causes of issues rather than getting overwhelmed by multiple initiatives. This episode highlights the need for courage in

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35:18

Do Silver Bullets Exist? | A Conversation with Paul...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/11/12

In this conversation, Paul Ainsworth discusses his book 'No Silver Bullets 2.0: The Heart and Soul of School Improvement'. We explore the concept of silver bullets in education and the need for a more nuanced approach to school improvement. Paul shares his framework for school improvement, which includes evaluating with honesty, planning with empathy, executing with confidence, and reviewing with humility. We discuss the importance of building relationships, developing confidence in teachers, and

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9:34

Why Connection Comes Before Change | Change Series 1.4

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/11/04

This week, I explore the "Connection" phase of organisational change.Episode HighlightsThe Change Series: Discover why connection is essential before diving into change.Understanding Challenges: Learn how building connections helps validate perceived challenges and explore them deeply.Building Trust and Readiness: Authentic connections foster psychological safety and organisational readiness—key ingredients for successful change.Avoiding Pitfalls: Early connection helps prevent biases and encourages

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31:22

How to Democratise Your Data | A Conversation with...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/10/28

Chris Scorer and Shane Leaning explore how schools can create a data landscape that aligns with their diverse objectives, especially in international schools. We discuss the reluctance of data leads to embrace full transparency due to regulatory concerns, the educational journey parents and teachers must undertake to understand data, and practical strategies for integrating data into daily teaching.One striking point of our conversation was the tension between teacher intuition and data-driven

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11:33

How to think wide with your next challenge | Change...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/10/21

In part 3 of his series on organisational change, Shane discusses the importance of the discovery phase in organisational change in schools. He emphasises the need to break the cycle of repeatedly addressing the same problems by exploring multiple perspectives and challenging assumptions. The conversation highlights the significance of building trust and connection within teams to facilitate open dialogue and innovative solutions. Leaning also stresses the value of diverse thinking in improving

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1:20:29

GUEST EPISODE: Organisational Change: In Conversation...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/10/21

GUEST EPISODEThis is an interview from the EduPulse podcast. Here's the original podcast description:In this episode we are joined by Shane Leaning who is a podcast host, educator and soon-to-be author. Shane (@leaningshane) lives and works in Shanghai, China and we recorded this episode at 4am GMT!Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:⁠⁠@EduPulseCo⁠⁠⁠⁠@MrAdamKohlbeck⁠⁠⁠⁠@MrChrisPassey⁠⁠⁠⁠EduPulse⁠⁠ is a brand new think-tank,

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34:35

LGBTQ+ Inclusion in International Schools | A...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/10/14

Ian Timbrell and Shane Leaning talk about range of topics related to LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools, including the challenges faced by school leaders, the importance of representation in literature, and strategies for handling difficult conversations. The discussion highlights the need for inclusive practices and the impact of local representation on students' identities and experiences.TakeawaysThe challenges faced by school leaders in addressing LGBTQ+ topics and the importance of understanding the

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11:12

Why Your Biggest Problem Isn't What You Think |...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/10/07

In part 2 of the Series on Organisational change, Shane discusses the complexities of organisational change in educational settings, focusing on the sponsor's perceived challenge. I talk about the importance of understanding the motivations behind change, the risks involved, and the necessity of community involvement to ensure sustainable change. The conversation highlights the need for sponsors to reflect on their challenges and engage with their communities to create a shared vision for

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30:04

The Teacher Retention Crisis | A Conversation with...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/09/30

Haili Hughes and Shane Leaning discuss the ongoing crisis in the teaching profession, focusing on the challenges of teacher retention, the impact of toxic leadership, and the need for a supportive culture within schools. They explore the internal and external factors contributing to the crisis, including public perception, accountability, and the importance of psychological safety for teachers. The discussion emphasises the need for educational leaders to create environments that nurture growth and

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11:02

Organisational Change 101 | Change Series 1.1

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/09/23

Shane introduces a mini-series focused on leading effective community-led change in schools. He presents an open-source change model inspired by Work Collaborative, emphasising the importance of community involvement, trust, and iterative processes. The model is structured around the double diamond framework, which facilitates exploration and problem-solving in organisational change. Shane outlines the eight stages of the model, highlighting the need for alignment among stakeholders and the

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34:00

What to do at your next inflection moment | A...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/09/16

Sharath Jeevan OBE explores the concept of inflection moments for leaders in education, addressing the challenges and opportunities they present.Sharath emphasizes the importance of navigating inflection moments with a long-term perspective and authenticity, encouraging leaders to embrace wicked problems and engage their teams in the journey. The conversation also delves into the significance of community engagement, the role of technology, and the need for leaders to reflect on their inflection

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9:39

How to Manage Teacher Capability Procedures

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/09/09

Teacher capability procedures—words that send shivers down the spine of even the most seasoned school leaders. In this episode, I share practical guidance to make this daunting task more manageable.We explore the recently released non-statutory guidance from the UK’s Department for Education for managing underperformance, with insights that can be applied universally.Whether you're dealing with minor underperformance or more serious cases, this episode provides you with tools and frameworks to

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34:19

How to Develop Wellbeing in your School | A...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/09/02

Shane and Aimee explore well-being in schools. Aimee shares her passion for well-being and how it started during her early years in school leadership. They discuss the importance of both feeling good and functioning well in order to achieve well-being.They also explore the distinction between wellness and well-being, with wellness focusing on physical health and well-being encompassing mental and emotional states. Aimee emphasizes the need for a collective understanding of well-being in schools and

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47:30

Shane Leaning's Journey (Guest Episode)

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/08/27

GUEST EPISODEShane Leaning is interviewed by Chris Jordan on The Leading, Language and Literature Podcast. We discuss:1. What made Shane transition from the classroom to consultant in the first place2. Shane's process for making contact with potential school partners3. Shane’s go-to texts to inspire and inform him on the job4. The current state of the private education sector in China5. And finally the original intention for Shane's podcast and how that has evolved over time Hosted on Acast. See

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27:17

Rethink your literacy strategy | A Conversation with...

Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership ·

2024/08/19

Is your school's literacy strategy doing more harm than good? In today's episode, educational consultant Chris Scorer joins me at a local British pub to delve deeply into how our traditional approach to literacy might be causing stress and anxiety for students. Chris draws from both professional expertise and personal experience to challenge the orthodoxy of literacy education. This episode is a must-listen for international school leaders who are keen to explore more inclusive ways to support

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