Quiet Leadership
eBook - ePub

Quiet Leadership

The Power of Introversion in Schools

  1. 138 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Quiet Leadership

The Power of Introversion in Schools

About this book

In a culture that celebrates loud, charismatic or dominant leaders, introverts are often told they don't fit the mould for successful head teachers. But in Quiet Leadership, Andrew Marsh argues that quiet, thoughtful leaders can be just as effective, and that introverts bring a unique skillset to the role.Drawing on nearly two decades of practical experience as a head teacher, Andrew shows how introverts can thrive in school leadership roles because of their introversion, not despite it. An antidote to the current climate of charismatic, hero leaders who push ideas through despite the consequences, this book demonstrates how great results can be achieved through quiet, thoughtful and considered leadership. With honesty and practical insight, Andrew offers strategies for making strong appointments, driving effective school improvement and boosting pupil outcomes all while leading in a way that feels authentic and sustainable for introverts.Whether you're an aspiring leader unsure whether your quiet, thoughtful nature is 'enough' for the role, or already in post and looking to lead in a way that feels authentic, this book is a supportive and inspiring guide to embracing your unique strengths as an introvert.

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Year
2026
eBook ISBN
9781785838019

Table of contents

  1. Praise for Quiet Leadership
  2. Title Page
  3. Dedication
  4. Preface
  5. Acknowledgements
  6. Contents
  7. Introduction
  8. Chapter 1: There Is at Least One ‘I’ in Team, Probably More!
  9. Chapter 2: Why Introverts Make Great Head Teachers
  10. Chapter 3: Why Introverts (Can) Make Bad Head Teachers
  11. Chapter 4: Introverted School Culture and Improvement
  12. Chapter 5: Meetings for Introverts
  13. Chapter 6: Recharging Our Batteries
  14. Chapter 7: CPD for Introverts
  15. Chapter 8: What Can We Learn from Other Introverts?
  16. Chapter 9: Interviewing Introverts
  17. Chapter 10: Children Can Be Introverts Too!
  18. Chapter 11: Introverted Role Models for Children
  19. Chapter 12: World Introvert Day
  20. Conclusion
  21. References
  22. Copyright

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