Welcome!
Hi, I’m Rachael. I support school leaders and their teams to untangle the challenges of leadership and build the confidence, resilience and focus needed to thrive.
I know that life as a school leader can feel overwhelming, with constant pressures and competing priorities.
That’s why I’ve put together a collection of short articles and case studies to offer insights, strategies, and support tailored to your needs.
If you’re looking for something specific or need more personalised advice, feel free to get in touch. I’m here to help!
Why Coaching Should Top Every School Leader’s Must Have List
As you stand at the crossroads of the old and the new, consider how you can truly transform your professional and personal growth. Read on to find out why putting coaching at the top of your ‘Must Have’ list is the best decision you can make for yourself and your school in the upcoming year.
How choosing a word for 2024 could make it your best year yet!
NY resolutions are often, at best a waste of time and at worst a stick to beat yourself up with, but an intriguing question that was put to me at the end of 2023 really helped me to encapsulate my hopes and dreams for the year ahead. Now, I want to share that with you.
1:1 or Group Leadership Coaching – which one is right for you?
So, you’ve made the excellent decision that you want to experience the power of coaching to support your professional, and personal growth but you’re just not sure whether 1:1 or group coaching is best for you.
The Toll of Decision Fatigue on School Leaders
In the ever-changing world of education, school leaders often find themselves navigating turbulent waters. From managing change to addressing the diverse needs of students, parents and staff, the responsibilities can feel overwhelming, which can take its toll.
The Power of Coaching for School Leaders
If you’re a school leader feeling a bit wobbly about asking for support for you or your team, here are a few reasons why asking for help from a coach will not only support you through the challenges but also enhance your performance and wellbeing in general.
Identify chargers & drainers to optimise your energy
In your role as a busy school leader, there are many tasks you have to deal with on a daily basis. But do you know which of these elements of your role charge you and give you energy and which drain you, leaving you feeling mentally and physically exhausted?
Working with SLC; the how behind your transformative coaching journey
Coaching could be described as having a personal trainer for your leadership muscles, but I believe it offers far more than just professional development. It fosters profound personal and professional growth, creating lasting transformations.
How to recognise and quieten your unhelpful and ingrained thoughts, habits and behaviours
Despite being a system in your brain designed to keep you safe, these negative messages stop you from trying new things, taking risks or going after opportunities and can be damaging to your performance, confidence, relationships and wellbeing.
Managing the weight of school leadership responsibility
The responsibility that you hold as a school leader is undeniable, as is the negative impact that burden can have on many aspects of your professional and personal life. But you can gain control over how you carry the weight of that responsibility.
Crash! The dangers of not making time for your own development
You have been entrusted with the important task of shaping the future of your school and guiding your students toward success but this responsibility should not come at the expense of your own needs.