The Growth in Educational Leadership Podcast

This episode focuses on how teachers can avoid feeling overlooked, particularly those with significant experience. The discussion includes the importance of self-reflection, skill development, positi…

In this episode of the Growth in Educational Leadership Podcast, I speak with Lisa Kirwan, a lecturer in pediatric nursing at Trinity College and a PhD student. Lisa shares her recent struggles with …

In this episode, HR consultant Maura Hurley joins us to discuss her extensive experience in HR management and consulting for SMEs. The conversation spans various subjects, including succession planni…

In episode 36, I dive deep into the importance of networking, its benefits, and strategies to overcome common networking blocks. I also share my personal experiences from a course at UCD's Innovation…

In this episode of the Growth in Educational Leadership Podcast, I am joined by Maureen Mc Cowen, a presentation specialist and former post-primary teacher. We discuss the importance of effective com…

In episode 34 of the Growth in Educational Leadership podcast, I share insights from a recent trip to Budapest and discuss the seven common mistakes that teachers make when transitioning into leaders…

In this episode of the Growth in Educational Leadership Podcast, I introduce my new title! I am The Breakthrough Teacher Leader Mentor! 🚀 In this value-laden episode, I discuss the numerous mindset c…

Introducing Helena Jacob, a business and accounting teacher known for her insightful social media presence. Helena discusses how she started sharing educational resources on Twitter and Instagram, ge…

Inspired by a comment on The Gratitude Attitude Podcast, I'm reflecting on why it takes time to develop professional relationships. 

I discuss how relationships, unlike gathering people for your netwo…

In this episode of the Growth in Educational Leadership podcast, I welcome guest Linda Hannon, an experienced chemistry teacher. 

Linda shares her career journey, starting with her chemistry degree fr…

In this week's episode of the Growth in Educational Leadership Podcast, I delve into strategies for standing out from other job candidates. The episode emphasises the importance of teachers sharing t…

In this special guest episode, I chat with Sarah Quirke, also known as Literacy Lady on Instagram. Sarah, who recently completed her master's in literacy education, shares her journey, including her …

This episode delves into common concerns about storytelling during interviews and the top thing teachers worry about when it comes to interviews - if the story fits into domain A or B. 

I emphasise th…

In episode 26 of the Growth in Leadership Podcast, the main focus of the episode is a deep dive into the power of the question 'What did you make that mean?' 

This question helps to uncover personal i…

This episode of The Growth in Educational Leadership Podcast is a real gift for you and it's ideal for your reflective practice as you apply for leadership roles! Yes, I'm talking about job applicati…

In episode 24 of the Growth in Education Leadership Podcast, I welcome Mark O'Dea, an engineering teacher from County Clare, to discuss his teaching career and leadership roles. 

Mark, who has been te…

In episode 23 of the Growth and Educational Leadership podcast, I welcome Simon Lewis, principal of Carlow Educate Together and a seasoned blogger, to share his perspective on educational leadership.…

In the first episode of the Growth in Educational Leadership podcast for 2025, I delve into detailed strategies for securing senior and middle leadership roles in education. You need to BACK YOURSELF…

In this episode, I delve into Developing Leadership Capacity and what it looks like in schools in a practical sense. With the help of LAOS 2022, I highlight the human experiences of things like self-…

Today I'm addressing the common concerns that educators have about the 'Managing the Organisation' Domain. 
I encounter lots of teachers who feel that they don't have experience in that area - my aim …