Strategies for Effective Communication in School Leadership
Enhance your communication skills and assertiveness by learning from expert Laura Williams in managing upwards, overcoming hidden barriers, holding your ground, and understanding non-verbal cues. Connect with Laura through her podcast, coaching community, and professional resources.
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Managing Upwards: Getting A Seat At The Table Laura Williams 4th March 2025
Who Am I? School Business Leadership Coach and Trainer Host of School Business Leadership Podcast 1-1 coaching, online SBL Coaching Community, sender of Tuesday emails Affiliate Coach with Schools Advisory Service, Executive Editor of Education Executive magazine Previous roles include: LGB Clerk, PA to the Head, HR Officer, Office Manager, SBM, COO, CFO, Company Secretary, Governor & Trustee
Hidden Barriers Over explaining Apologising unnecessarily Letting others interrupt Rambling Using permission seeking language Emotional tone
Clarity Not Volume One breath rule Lead with the headline Silence is power
Holding Your Ground Broken record rule Push back without defensiveness The power of pause Timing is everything Ask, don t tell Make it known
What Isnt Said Eye contact Posture Tone of voice Gestures Self-awareness
Contact and Further Support School Business Leadership Podcast Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon Social Media: @lauraljbusiness Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn Website: www.ljbusinessofeducation.co.uk SBL Coaching Community www.sblcoachingcommunity.co.uk
