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The latest news, tips and ideas to help leaders in primary school, secondary school, and teachers who work with student leaders. A bunch of short sharp segments that get straight to the point!

  1. May 5

    Ep. 131 – Cycling in Terrential Rain and Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

    Most leaders stay stuck, not because they lack talent, but because they won’t leave their comfort zone. In this episode, we’re getting real about why discomfort is the price of growth, and why avoiding it is quietly costing you your potential. Kira covers why your brain is wired to keep you safe (not help you grow), the three things that only get built through discomfort — confidence, self-trust, and growth — and practical ways to start stretching yourself today, no matter where you’re starting from. If you enjoy this episode, share it with your leadership team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

    21 min

  2. Apr 22

    Ep. 130 – Run Meetings That Don’t Suck – The 3 Part Framework to Effective Meetings

    If you currently feel like your Leadership meetings are awkward, unproductive or an absolute drag… then this episode is for you! Meetings are a crucial part of leadership. They are the heart of communication, birthing new ideas and making things happen, so it’s important to get them right. In this episode, Kira breaks down a simple 3-part framework to help student leaders run meetings that are actually clear, engaging, and effective. You will walk away from this episode knowing: How to set an agenda for a meeting and communicate the purpose with the attendees How to create a welcoming and encouraging culture in meetings How to create opportunity for others to share and contribute How to choose the best idea and avoid conflict in the team How to delegate tasks and provide next steps How to ensure everyone walks away with clarity and knowing the next steps If you’ve ever thought “Our meetings SUCK!” Then this episode is for you. If you enjoy this episode, share it with your leadership team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

    18 min

  3. Apr 15

    Ep. 129 – Do These 3 Things to Beat Overwhelm & Stress

    Feeling like you’re constantly juggling school, leadership, sport, work, and a social life and still falling behind? Then this episode is for you. Kira talks about time management and gives you three practical, simple tools you can actually use this week to beat stress and overwhelm for good. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between what’s urgent and what’s truly important, how to say no without the guilt, and how a simple 10-minute Sunday reset can completely change how your week feels. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

    14 min

  4. Mar 24

    Ep. 128 – The Most Frequently Asked Leadership Questions Answered!

    In this jam packed episode, join Nade and Kira as they answer the most commonly asked questions they hear about leadership. They start the episode chatting about their own biggest struggles as school leaders and how to overcome those struggles. Hear an array of topics such as: Encouragement in sports teams Making leadership meetings fun! Feeling like you’re not making a difference How to build team morale when your team always loses How to become a more confident leader This episode is full of practical tips and advice that will help you in your leadership journey. There’s something in here for everyone! Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

    33 min

  5. Mar 10

    Ep. 127 – 4 Practical Tips For Leading In a Small School

    Leading in a small school can feel limiting—fewer students, smaller teams, limited resources. But what if that’s actually your advantage? In this episode, Kira shares four practical strategies to help you lead powerfully in a smaller school by building genuine connections, leading by example, getting creative with what you have, and boosting participation through diverse opportunities. After listening to this episode, you will see how leading a smaller school is not a burden but actually a blessing! Small school doesn’t mean small impact. Whether you’re dealing with low event turnout or wondering how to create change without a big team, this episode will give you the confidence to lead well right where you are. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

    12 min

  6. Feb 24

    Ep. 126 – Communicating With Your School Series Pt. 3 – Communicating Out

    Communication is one of, if not, THE MOST important skill to master in any leadership team. That’s why at Student Leadership News, we’ve recorded a 3 part series on communicating with your school. Join Kira, Jared and Levi for the final part of this series as they talk about communicating OUT to the student body. After listening to this episode, you will walk away with practical ways to communicate with the student body effectively and respectfully. If you missed the first two parts, listen to episode 124 and 125! Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

    17 min

  7. Feb 17

    Ep. 125 – Communicating With Your School Series Pt. 2 – Communicating Across

    Communication is one of, if not, THE MOST important skill to master in any leadership team. That’s why at Student Leadership News, we’ve recorded a 3 part series on communicating with your school. Join Kira, Jared and Levi for part two as they talk about communicating ACROSS to your fellow leaders. Stay tuned for the next part of the series: Communicating OUT – to the wider student body After listening to this episode, you will walk away with practical ways to communicate with other peers in your team effectively and respectfully. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

    17 min

  8. Feb 10

    Ep. 124 – Communicating With Your School Series Pt. 1 – Communicating Up

    Communication is one of, if not, THE MOST important skill to master in any leadership team. That’s why at Student Leadership News, we’ve recorded a 3 part series on communicating with your school. Join Kira, Jared and Levi for part one as they talk about communicating UP to the teachers and authorities. Stay tuned for the next two parts of the series: Communicating ACROSS – to other peers and team members Communicating OUT – to the wider student body After listening to this episode, you will walk away with practical ways to communicate with the authorities effectively and respectfully. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

    17 min
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The latest news, tips and ideas to help leaders in primary school, secondary school, and teachers who work with student leaders. A bunch of short sharp segments that get straight to the point!

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    Student Leadership News
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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