She Leads Because She Can
We believe that there is a need to provide support for female school leaders, who want to thrive and grow within international school settings.
In this series of fortnightly podcasts, we share our own lived experiences and the hard-hitting realities which have shaped us as successful leaders within the sector.
Each podcast forms a topical conversation which is experienced-based; sharing truths, sound council and suggested solutions.
We aim to be a source of courage, confidence and practical solutions to keep others ' leading because they can'.
Episodes
28 episodes
#26 Leading as an Introvert with Nicola Nelson
In this episode, we sit down with Nicola Nelson, Head of Primary at Garden International School, Kuala Lumpur, for an honest and inspiring conversation about what it means to lead authentically.Nicola opens up about identifying as...
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42:35
#25 Being 10% Braver and Knowing Your Worth with Vivienne Porritt
Guest: Vivienne Porritt OBECo-founder & President, WomenEd About the GuestVivienne Porritt OBE is a global pioneer in women's empowerment and a leading advocate for equity in the work...
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46:40
#24 Creating a Shared Understanding Across Generations with Dr Reham El Shamy
This episode features Dr Reham El Shamy, Head of the Senior School at Beech Hall School Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Reham shares her personal journey as a female leader, drawing on the influence of her mother and a lifelong commi...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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51:48
#23 Building Strong Teaching Partnerships in Early Years with Liz Smith and Hajra Abbasi
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Liz Smith and Hajra Abbasi, an exceptional teacher and teaching assistant partnership from The British School Al Khubairat in Abu Dhabi. Working together in a Reception Class, they share the secret...
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36:10
#22 Collaborative Recruitment Practices - with Jessica Delgado, Maki Nishihara and Julie Villers
Collaborative Recruitment PracticesThis episode features a remarkable conversation with Jessica Delgado, Maki Nishihara, and Julie Villers, who transformed a competitive senior leadership interview process into a coll...
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40:01
#21 Building a Coaching Culture in International Schools with Kai Vacher
Episode SummaryThe way we communicate shapes everything—our relationships, our culture, and our collective growth. In this episode, we explore these ideas with Kai Vacher, Principal of the British Schools of Muscat and Salalah.
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38:51
#20 Flexible Working in International Schools
Flexible Working in International Schools In this episode, we explore what flexible working really means for staff in international schools. We unpack the concept of flexible and contracted work, looking closely at how job-sha...
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47:21
#19 Leadership, Balance and Community in International Education with Julia Knight
Guest: Julia KnightInternational School Leader & School Improvement Partner, BahrainThe Journey to International EducationJulia Knight shares her transition into the international school sector, r...
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41:01
#18 Language Leadership in International Education with Juliëtte van Eerdewijk
Guest: Juliëtte van Eerdewijk - Educational Consultant and School LeaderOverviewIn this episode, we sit down with Juliëtte to explore how language development can transform international school leadership and ...
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41:54
#17 Role models and why they count: reflections sparked by Pat Clark's conversation
Episode SummaryIn this episode, we unpack our conversation with Pat Clark, exploring four key leadership insights that challenged our thinking:"It takes a very strong leader to give the power away" We discuss how sch...
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#16 Inspirational leaders never age: with Pat Clark
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Pat, a distinguished educator whose remarkable six-decade career spans classroom teaching, school leadership, and international leadership training. Her energy and passion for the profession remain as...
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46:58
#15 Transforming displacement into personal growth and global awareness with Sasha Kondratenko
Guest ProfileName: Oleksandra (Sasha) Kondratenko Current Role: Student of International Relations University: University of Rotterdam Location: Rotterdam, The Netherlands Background: Uk...
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23:00
#14 Servant Leadership: a deeper dive into what this means in a school context
In this episode, we explore the concept of servant leadership and its application in educational settings, particularly for headteachers.Key Discussion Points:What is Servant Leadership?The hosts share their per...
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26:35
#13 Servant Leadership with Sahreen Siddiqui
Guest: Sahreen SiddiquiPosition: Educator, Headteacher, Executive Leader and Consultant Location: London, UKKey Themes Discussed:Service-Centred LeadershipSahreen e...
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39:12
#12 The Art of Graceful Leadership Transition with Nicola Holloway and Lisa Thorpe
The Art of Graceful Leadership TransitionEpisode Description:In this compelling guest episode, we witness leadership transition at its finest as Nicola Holloway and Lisa Thorpe share their story of the Primary ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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39:32
#11 A Summary of Season 1's Top Tips
This special wrap-up episode of the "She Leads Because She Can" podcast brings together the most valuable insights and advice from all 10 episodes of Season 1, creating a comprehensive guide for professional and personal growth.Ke...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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28:27
#10 Co-leadership: you don't need to do it alone
This episode of "She Leads Because She Can" delves into the transformative power of co-leadership, exploring how two leaders can unite to create outcomes that exceed what either could achieve individually.Key ThemesThe F...
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38:57
#9 Male allyship in action
In this episode of She Leads Because She Can, we explore practical ways that male colleagues can actively contribute to creating more inclusive and equitable workplace environments for women, particularly in educational settings.
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22:39
#8 When it's time to move on: navigating transitions with grace
In this week's episode of She Leads Because She Can, join us for an intimate conversation about one the most challenging yet inevitable aspects of educational leadership: knowing when and how to leave. In this candid episode, we explor...
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37:46
#7 Authentic Leadership: Staying True to Yourself as a School Leader
In this week's episode of She Leads Because She Can, we dive deep into the cornerstone of effective educational leadership: authentic self-awareness. Join us as we explore why understanding and embracing your true self is not just bene...
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48:30
#6 Creating healthy relationships at work
In this week's episode of She Leads Because She Can, we explore how we have endeavoured to create healthy professional relationships within the school environments where we have worked. In an educational landscape where str...
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45:18
#5 Leading through challenging times
In this week's episode of She Leads Because She Can, we dive into the complex challenge of leadership in international educational settings marked by instability, organizational hurdles, and misalignment. We explore how these factors s...
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26:26
#4 Building a career as an international school leader
This week on She Leads Because She Can, we dive into our personal leadership journeys and explore strategies for professional growth. We discuss which qualifications carry weight in the international school sector and how these can enh...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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32:49
#3 Making sense of the leadership structures in international schools
This week on She Leads Because She Can, we explore how to make sense of the leadership structures and ways of working within international schools. We share our experiences of developing strong relationships with the business leaders o...
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28:30
#2 Choosing an international school where you can thrive and grow as a leader
This week on She Leads Because She Can, we explore how to choose the right school for your growth and success. We discuss how to navigate the recruitment process and how to negotiate contractual terms and conditions. We offer proven st...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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32:30