The stress of working in schools is widely recognised. Numerous studies in Australia and overseas have addressed its causes. Teachers are leaving our profession in increasing numbers and a high proportion of those who remain in the job freely admit their dissatisfaction and distress. This not only causes concern for the well being of the…
Positive Worry Builds Resilience
Schools become less productive when staff stew over problems that they can’t change and dwell on the hardships and difficulties in the problems that they can change. Worry, self pity and pessimism create a septic tank of negative energy that drains energy, enthusiasm and initiative. The solution requires people to flip their worry into positive…
Mineral Rights A Fierce Conversations Model
The Mineral Rights conversation model is one of four approaches advocated in the Fierce Conversations program. Using this model allows you to engage in rich conversations and dig deep to the heart of important matters, one conversation at a time. Identify the issue or need – “What is the most important thing we should be…
Life Success Matrix
‘Decide what your brilliant, balanced life looks like, and plan to live it.’ As educators, we are well aware of the need to encourage good values in our students. But how many of us actually take the time to consider our own personal values? Your values, of course, clarify what’s important to you. They drive…
Is your stress coping strategy working FOR or AGAINST you?
When we experience prolonged negative stress our body consumes Vitamin C, B-complex vitamins and potassium phosphate at an incredible rate. If we are not regularly consuming adequate amounts of these nutrients through our diet, then the resultant deficiency increases our stress response which in turn causes a greater deficiency in these protective nutrients. We tend…
How to Feel F.R.E.S.H. at Work Every Day
Have you been through a tough period lately? Too much to do and not enough time? Feeling a bit low on energy but not sure what to do about it? What you need is a F.R.E.S.H. approach to work. It starts with understanding where you sit on the engagement matrix: Green – When most people…
How to DESTRESS Your Life
In today’s economic climate, there are an ever increasing amount of responsibilities and social pressures which can often lead to feelings of stress. To help manage these situations below is a quick DESTRESS strategy for you: D – Do the ‘Urgent AND Important’ things first Prioritise those things that are not just urgent, but also…
GROW Model for Goal Setting
Try the GROW model for a simple model that is easy to use and helps give clarity around what you want to achieve. The model also helps you consider your options. The model also helps convert goals into actions. As well as using it for goal setting, it is also an excellent tool for coaching…
Email Madness
Keeping it under control We need to consider how and why we are using e-mail. Whilst it can be an effective communication method if used well, used poorly, it wastes a lot of unnecessary time. Think before you write, not when you write – Remember that a face-to-face conversation is the best form of communication….
Communication – An Essential Investment!
It’s “Tax time” for every individual & organisation whether Company, Community, Clan or Church. These magic words present an opportunity to finalise projections for the next 12 months, complete financial returns and report to stakeholders. Similarly, it is an ideal time to consider the effectiveness of individual and organisational communications over the past 12 months….