PiXL Leadership Bookclub PiXL ( a We Are In Beta production)

Host Rachel Johnson is joined by Paul Ainsworth (author and Education Director at Infinities Academy Trust), and Damith Bandara (Deputy Head at St Margaret's CofE in London), as they dig out the gems from Daniel Coyle's "The Talent Code: Unlocking the Secret of Skill".
In this captivating book, Coyle reveals the key elements for optimising performance in sports, art, music, math, and more.
Our guests unpack precisely how to apply this to the educational environment, giving us nuggets of wisdom they’ve collected as experienced school leaders. Learn about ‘Deep Practice’, ‘Ignition’, and ‘Master Coaching’ and how they can be implemented in schools to nurture talent, enhance learning, and propel leadership development.
Join us as we explore practical strategies for fostering a culture of excellence and unlocking the potential of every staff and student. Tune in to the PiXL Leadership Bookclub for insights into unleashing greatness in education!
Did you know we have two other podcasts?
1. PiXL Pearls - 10 minute leadership reflections
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2. How do you teach? Covering the trickiest issues in English and Science and giving practical ways of teaching them
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PiXL is a partnership organisation of thousands of schools, colleges and alternative education providers spanning KS1-5. Find out more about how you could gain value from a PiXL subscription: https://www.pixl.org.uk/membership or email us at membership@pixl.org.uk to find out more.
PiXL Leadership Bookclub is a We Are In Beta production.
 

Welcome to another insightful episode of the PiXL Leadership Bookclub! This week, Rachel Johnson (PiXL CEO) is joined by Alan Brooks (Deputy Head at St Michael's CofE High School in Wolverhampton) and Dina Shah (Deputy Principal at St Julian's School in Portugal). Together, they explore the transformative wisdom of Jake Humphrey and Professor Damian Hughes' "High Performance: Lessons from the Best on Becoming Your Best".
Humphrey and Hughes reveal the eight essential habits of the world's leading sportspeople, coaches, and entrepreneurs– but what relevance could these lessons have in a school setting?
From taking ownership of one's learning journey to identifying and fostering 'Trademark Behaviours', this book offers invaluable insights for educators and pupils alike.
Whether it is instilling a sense of responsibility, fostering a growth mindset, empowering student voices or boosting self-efficacy, the lessons this book offers lay out a blueprint for success. Take advantage of this dynamic episode of the PiXL Leadership Bookclub podcast for the opportunity to learn how to start nurturing the best cultures for high performance within your team, your school, your community, and beyond.
Did you know we have two other podcasts?
1.PiXL Pearls - 10 minute leadership reflections
Listen on Apple Podcast here
Listen on Spotify here
2. How do you teach? Covering the trickiest issues in English and Science and giving practical ways of teaching them
Listen on Apple Podcast here
Listen on Spotify here
 
PiXL is a partnership organisation of thousands of schools, colleges and alternative education providers spanning KS1-5. Find out more about how you could gain value from a PiXL subscription: https://www.pixl.org.uk/membership or email us at membership@pixl.org.uk to find out more.
PiXL Leadership Bookclub is a We Are In Beta production.
 

Welcome to the PiXL Leadership Bookclub, where this week, brave humble and fearless leadership takes centre stage! Join Rachel Johnson (PiXL CEO) along with Saiqua Zaneb (Assistant Head, Central Foundation Girls' School) and Cat Rushton, (Director of Institute, Academy Transformation Trust) as they uncover profound insights from Amy C. Edmondson’s ground-breaking book, "The Fearless Organization".
 
Edmondson’s work serves as a guiding beacon for cultivating psychological safety within teams, fostering an environment conducive to learning, innovation, and growth. Discover the vital link between psychological safety and high performance, and learn practical strategies for creating an educational environment where authenticity thrives and outcomes flourish as a result.
 
Our school leaders share their wealth of experience and practical tips for nurturing engagement, embracing diverse perspectives, and celebrating risk-taking. From cultivating the right conditions to making space for proactive enquiry, they dive into the methods and strategies they adopt to ensure they constantly strive to foster a sense of psychological safety within their teams.
Tune in to break out of your comfort zone and embrace fearless leadership today!
 
Did you know we have two other podcasts?
1.PiXL Pearls - 10 minute leadership reflections
Listen on Apple Podcast here
Listen on Spotify here
2. How do you teach? Covering the trickiest issues in English and Science and giving practical ways of teaching them
Listen on Apple Podcast here
Listen on Spotify here
 
PiXL is a partnership organisation of thousands of schools, colleges and alternative education providers spanning KS1-5. Find out more about how you could gain value from a PiXL subscription: https://www.pixl.org.uk/membership or email us at membership@pixl.org.uk to find out more.
PiXL Leadership Bookclub is a We Are In Beta production.
 

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the PiXL Leadership Bookclub! Join host Rachel Johnson (PiXL CEO) as she engages in a captivating discussion with Samantha Rasmussen (Vice Principal at Ely College) and Lucy Morris (Deputy Head at The Kingston Academy). This week, they unravel the transformative insights of Cal Newport's "Deep Work".
Newport's book sheds light on the power of focus amidst the chaos of modern life. It explores how, by mastering the ability to concentrate on cognitively demanding tasks, individuals can unlock extraordinary results and true fulfilment in their professional endeavours.
Join us as we delve into the strategies for embracing deep work and harnessing it as a superpower in the busyness of the school day. From the physical act of shutting doors or removing themselves from distracting spaces to capitalising on "trapped time", our seasoned educators share their tested strategies for reclaiming precious moments of concentration amidst the chaos. Tune in to this episode to embark on a journey toward greater consistent productivity both in and out of the school setting.
 
Did you know we have two other podcasts?
  PiXL Pearls - 10 minute leadership reflections Listen on Apple Podcast here
Listen on Spotify here
 
2. How do you teach? Covering the trickiest issues in English and Science and giving practical ways of teaching them
Listen on Apple Podcast here
Listen on Spotify here
 
PiXL is a partnership organisation of thousands of schools, colleges and alternative education providers spanning KS1-5. Find out more about how you could gain value from a PiXL subscription: https://www.pixl.org.uk/membership or email us at membership@pixl.org.uk to find out more.
PiXL Leadership Bookclub is a We Are In Beta production.
 

Set aside conventional wisdom as we challenge the status quo of organisational practices.
Welcome back to Series 5 of the PiXL Leadership Bookclub, where we dive deep into the realms of leadership with unyielding curiosity. Join host Rachel Johnson as she embarks on an leadership approaches, extracting key messages and discussing the key concepts, alongside Jeremy Rowe (CEO/Director of Education at Sir John Leman High School), and Pav Aujla (Teaching and Learning lead at Creative Education Trust).
In this illuminating episode, we explore the paradigm-shifting insights of Susan Scott's "Fierce Leadership". From debunking the myths of anonymous feedback to revolutionising accountability, Scott unveils a bold new perspective on effective leadership, and our guests apply this to the educational environment!
Prepare to have your perceptions challenged as these leaders dissect the flawed "best" practices ingrained in school cultures and be fierce in your leadership.
 
Did you know we have two other podcasts?
1. PiXL Pearls - 10 minute leadership reflections
Listen on Apple Podcast here
Listen on Spotify here
2. How do you teach? Covering the trickiest issues in English and Science and giving practical ways of teaching them
Listen on Apple Podcast here
Listen on Spotify here
 
PiXL is a partnership organisation of thousands of schools, colleges and alternative education providers spanning KS1-5. Find out more about how you could gain value from a PiXL subscription: https://www.pixl.org.uk/membership or email us at membership@pixl.org.uk to find out more.
PiXL Leadership Bookclub is a We Are In Beta production.
 

Schools are out for summer. We are preparing for Series 5 of the PiXL Leadership Book Club Podcast.
Now it's your turn to be a guest discussing the books on the list.
Click here to see which books we'll be discussing and to register your interest in taking part.
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PiXL is a partnership organisation of thousands of schools, colleges and alternative education providers spanning KS1-5. Find out more about how you could gain value from a PiXL subscription: https://www.pixl.org.uk/membership
PiXL Leadership Bookclub is a We Are In Beta production.