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How kind leadership creates high performing teams with Joanna Povall, Principal, Wales International School (Ep. 180)
In this episode of the Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Joanna Povall, Principal at Wales International School in Abu Dhabi. This episode is a reminder that kindness isn’t soft, naïve or vague. It’s a strategic advantage and a core ingredient in every high performing team.
Juliet Corbett
13 hours ago1 min read


Authentic leadership and shaping school culture with Charles Bailey, Headmaster, Worksop College and Ranby House (Ep. 179)
In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Charles Bailey, Headmaster of Worksop College and Ranby House. This episode offers a grounded, energising look at leadership, culture and the courage it takes to be real in today’s complex school environment.
Juliet Corbett
Jan 151 min read


Positivity, complexity and leadership with Julie Robinson, CEO, Independent Schools Council (ISC) (Ep. 178)
In this episode of The Independent School Podcast Juliet Corbett is joined by Julie Robinson, chief executive of the Independent Schools Council, where she represents and promotes the work of independent schools across the UK. This conversation offers grounded, practical insight into leading with clarity and confidence in challenging times, with thoughtful reflections on purpose, complexity and the human side of leadership.
Juliet Corbett
Jan 81 min read


174: Solving for Value for Money
Leaders in independent schools are having to make some hard decisions, especially those facing the possible addition of VAT to school fees.
Juliet Corbett
Mar 28, 20241 min read


168: The Big Picture and Being Human with Jim Knight, Rt Hon Lord Knight of Weymouth, Chair of COBIS
For this week's episode I'm joined by Jim Knight, The Rt Hon Lord Knight of Weymouth and Chair of COBIS.
Juliet Corbett
Dec 14, 20232 min read


167: Trends in Leadership Recruitment with Hayley Mintern, Partner, Anderson Quigley
Tune in for a comprehensive insight into school leadership recruitment trends and the crucial conversation around EDI.
Juliet Corbett
Dec 7, 20231 min read


157: Reframing Strategy as a Coherent Collection of Decisions
In this episode I delve into the concept of strategy as a coherent collection of decisions. I explore the definition of strategy and its
Juliet Corbett
Sep 21, 20231 min read


153: Four ways AI will impact Education
In this episode I present an exploratory framework to help you discuss AI and take action in your school.
Juliet Corbett
Aug 31, 20232 min read


145: Creating Impact in Lebanon through School Partnerships
CodeBrave is a not-for-profit organisation providing classes in coding, robotics, AI and web development to students in Lebanon and beyond.
Juliet Corbett
Jul 6, 20231 min read


138: Responding to External Trends with David Woodgate, CEO, ISBA
Hear David Woodgate, CEO of the Independent Schools’ Bursars Association, share best-practice on responding to external trends.
Juliet Corbett
May 18, 20231 min read


136: Partnerships and Service with Alastair Chirnside, Warden, St. Edward's School, Oxford
Alastair Chirnside, Warden at St Edward's School in Oxford, shares their successful service and partnership projects.
Juliet Corbett
May 4, 20231 min read


132: ChatGPT for Schools
Could ChatGPT be our partner in creativity as well as an enhancer of our productivity?
Juliet Corbett
Apr 6, 20231 min read


113: The War for Fundraising Talent with Eilish McDowell and David Rider, Caithness Consulting
Listen in as we explore the war for finding fundraising talent amid increased demand for remote, hybrid and flexible working environments.
Juliet Corbett
Nov 24, 20221 min read


110: Digital Footprints in a Competitive Market with Steve Spriggs, CEO, William Clarence Education
Steve and I discuss how to make the most of a limited marketing budget and how a small team can maximise a school's digital footprint.
Juliet Corbett
Nov 3, 20221 min read


107: Strategy as learning (Rethinking strategy - part 3)
This third episode in my 'Rethinking strategy' mini-series presents the advantages of viewing strategy as a learning process.
Juliet Corbett
Sep 14, 20221 min read


101: Creative thinking and change with Richard Jones, Head, Bryanston School
In this episode I'm joined by the brilliant Richard Jones, Head of Bryanston and we explore the role of creative thinking in education.
Juliet Corbett
Sep 1, 20221 min read


096: Sector trends with Julie Robinson, CEO, Independent Schools Council (ISC)
In this episode I'm joined by the insightful Julie Robinson, CEO of the Independent Schools Council (ISC).
Juliet Corbett
Jul 28, 20221 min read


094: Post-covid trends with Paul Dwyer, Head, Redmaids' High School
In this episode I'm joined by the brilliant Paul Dwyer, Head of Redmaids' High School.
Juliet Corbett
Jul 14, 20221 min read


089: Impactful state school partnerships with Graeme Lawrie MBE
In this episode, I'm joined by the fantastic Graeme Lawrie MBE, Partnerships Director, ACS International Schools.
Juliet Corbett
Jun 9, 20221 min read


081: Partnerships teaching with John Smith, Director of Partnerships, Royal Grammar School Newcastle
In this episode, I'm joined by John Smith, Director of Partnerships at Royal Grammar School Newcastle.
Juliet Corbett
Apr 8, 20221 min read
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