“Of all the things I’ve done, the most vital is coordinating those who work with me and aiming their efforts at a certain goal.” – Walt Disney, founder of Disney Working collaboratively within a school is the ultimate leadership goal. Dr. Niamh Hickey UL_ELLA @patriciamannixm

Reflecting on the power of coaching and facilitation “Give your team a solution, and you empower them for today; teach your team how to solve problems, and you empower them for a lifetime.” Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA #pdsl #leadership

Thinking of coaching as a tool to unleash the ability to lead already within. Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA #pdsl #leadership

A positive work atmosphere makes such a difference #pdsl #leadership Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA

The hidden and overt aspects of organisational culture.Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA #pdsl #leadership

“I really do not want my pictures in your offices, for the President is not an icon, an idol or a portrait. Hang your kids' photos instead, and look at them each time you are making a decision," Volodymyr Zelenskyy. #leadership #pdsl Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA

Reflecting on the difficulties of navigating a toxic school culture for a new leader. pdsl UL_ELLA @patriciamannixm Dr. Niamh Hickey #leadership #pdsl

Our favourite quote from Episode 1 of Leadership Unwrapped. Leadership Unwrapped

“Of all the things I’ve done, the most vital is coordinating those who work with me and aiming their efforts at a certain goal.” – Walt Disney, founder of Disney Working collaboratively within a school is the ultimate leadership goal.#pdsl @niamhickey@Leaders_SoE@patriciamannixm

Reminded me of Nell Noddings ethics of care #pdsl #leadership Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA

Im very lucky to work in a school like this 👇 #leadership #pdsl Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA

Loved listening to Kwame Christian's TED talk about why we should have open discussions and really listen to the other side rather than just eating all their granola. 😁#leadership #pdsl Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm Kwame Christian

How a leader deals with conflict has a huge effect on the school culture. #pdsl #leadership Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA This quote from Martin Luther King speaks volumes:

Some food for thought from the philosopher Plutarch. Something to bear in mind for any Aspiring Leaders #Leadership #SchooLeadership

We hear a lot about using growth mindset when encouraging our students but as leaders we should also strive to build confidence in our teachers Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA #pdsl #leadership

Your words are powerful, use them wisely Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA #pdsl #leadership

We often focus on how a leader treats people, however do we ever audit our behaviour towards the leader? Do we only go to them with problems never solutions? Do we ever praise or only criticise when the outcome does not suit us? Collaboration is key! #pdsl

So important as leaders to realise we don't know everything or have all the answers. Dr. Niamh Hickey @patriciamannixm UL_ELLA #pdsl #leadership