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Positively Leading
Are you an aspiring or existing leader in schools? Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or questioning your abilities? Then you may be interested in a leadership podcast hosted by Jenny, a consultant and former Principal with a passion for helping women succeed in their careers. With her expertise and personal experience, Jenny offers guidance on increasing confidence, leading teams, and creating a fulfilling life and career. Join her on a journey to discover what it takes to not only survive but thrive in the workplace as a compassionate and empathetic leader.
Did you know there's more? You can listen to every episode, plus our show notes and links, by visiting our website at https://www.positivelybeaming.com.au/
Episodes
75 episodes
S4E7 - Values: The Roots That Hold You Steady. A Teach, Lead or Leave Episode
Curious to know if you are Thriving, Surviving or Stuck? Click here!Why do some days leave you buzzing while others leave you flat? In this epi...
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S4E6 - Why Two Teachers Can Do the Same Job (and One Burns Out): A Teach, Lead or Leave Episode
Curious to know if you are Thriving, Surviving or Stuck? Click here!Ever wonder why two teachers can do the exact same job, yet one ...
S4E5 - An Introduction to the Career Decision-Making Matrix: A Teach, Lead or Leave Episode
Curious to know if you are Thriving, Surviving or Stuck? Click here!In this episode of Positively Leading, host Jenny Cole introduce...
S4E4 - Right Job. Wrong Life Stage: A Teach, Lead or Leave Episode
Curious to know if you are Thriving, Surviving or Stuck? Click here!You've been good at your job for years. You've been happy in it....
S4E3 - This Isn't About Leaving... But It Might Be: A Teach, Lead or Leave Episode
Curious to know if you are Thriving, Surviving or Stuck? Click here!After naming the many faces of "stuck," Jenny Cole tackles the d...
S4E2 - Smart, Capable and Stuck: A Teach, Lead or Leave Episode
Curious to know if you are Thriving, Surviving or Stuck? Click here!Why do talented, dedicated educators end up feeling trapped and ...
S4E1 - Exploring Teach, Lead or Leave: An Interview
Curious to know if you are Thriving, Surviving or Stuck? Click here!Positively Leading is back with a new and exciting season! In this episode,...
Summer Series 25/26 E4 - Re-release Starting the Year Strong for School Leaders
In this episode, Jenny explores why so many school leaders feel overwhelmed and exhausted by the end of the school year - and what they can do to ensure that 2026 feels more sustainable, intentional, and human. Drawing on decades of experience ...
Summer Series 25/26 E3 - Don't Spend 2026 on Autopilot
In this episode of the summer series, Jenny Cole encourages you to pause and ask: Am I leading and living with intention - or just reacting on autopilot? Designed for educators who feel stretched thin, this short but powerful reflection explore...
Summer Series 25/26 E2 - Developing Intention with Clarity and Ease
In this reflective episode, Jenny Cole gently guides you through the ICE process - Intention, Clarity, and Ease - to help you step into 2026 feeling aligned and purposeful. With thoughtful prompts and practical exercises, this session invites y...
Summer Series 25/26 E1 - Reflecting on 2025: Kicking off the Summer Series
In this first episode of the summer series, Jenny Cole invites you to pause and reflect on the year that’s been. Whether you’re crawling or cartwheeling to the finish line of 2025, this gentle debrief is your chance to acknowledge what worked, ...
Introduction to Summer Series
After a short break, Positively Beaming is back! In this relaxed and reflective solo episode, Jenny Cole jumps behind the mic for an unscripted chat about the value of showing up—imperfectly, but authentically. Inspired by a recent cat...
Winter Series E4 - Leadership, AI and Human Connection with Jade Aim
In this special episode of Positively Leading, we welcome Jade Aim, Principal of Kelmscott Primary School. Jade shares her inspiring path from teaching to leadership, shaped by early family experiences and the power of mentorship. She reflects ...
Winter Series E3 - Mastering Interviews Part Two with Jenny Cole
Walking into a leadership interview can feel overwhelming, especially in the high-pressure world of educational leadership. But what if the key to success isn’t about having perfect answers, but about telling authentic, memorable stories? After...
Winter Series E2 - Mastering Interviews Part One with Jenny Cole
Job interviews for leadership roles in education often come down to more than just qualifications. Despite fair intentions, unconscious bias still plays a powerful role in who gets selected. Many capable candidates reach the interview stage but...
Winter Series E1 - Understanding Parents of Students with Special Needs with Jenny Cole
Ever wondered what's really going through the minds of parents raising children with special needs? This candid exploration pulls back the curtain on one of education's most complex relationships.Drawing from three decades of expe...
S3E16 - The Art of Knowing Yourself with Jenny Cole
Ever reached that point where your work becomes so all-consuming that you start losing sight of yourself? That's exactly where I found myself recently – deeply passionate about my work supporting educational leaders, but recognizing the warning...
S3E15 - Navigating Leadership in a Changing Landscape with Jenny Cole for the Structure Literacy Podcast
This week on Positively Leading we've reversed roles! We are excited to share an episode featuring Jenny and interviewed by Jocelyn Seamer for the Structured Literacy Podcast.-----Leadership coach Jenny Cole takes us on a journey ...
S3E14 - Productivity Hacks Part 2: Using To Do Lists, Trello & Microsoft To Do with Jenny Cole
Productivity isn't about doing more—it's about doing what matters most with the limited time and energy we have. As school leadership becomes increasingly complex, with endless demands competing for our attention, finding ways to work smarter b...
S3E13 - Productivity Hacks Part 1: Boundaries, Deep Work and Getting Time Back as a School Leader
Productivity isn't about doing more—it's about doing what matters most with the limited time and energy we have. As school leadership becomes increasingly complex, with endless demands competing for our attention, finding ways to work smarter b...
S3E12 - Why Early Childhood Leadership Matters with Linda Sweet
Step into the world of early childhood education with Linda Sweet, Deputy Head of Primary Early Learning at a K-12 school in Perth. With 35+ years of experience, Linda’s passion for nurturing young minds shines through as she shares her journey...
S3E11 - Why Being a School Leader is More than Just a Title with Cleo Jenkins
In this episode, we sit down with Cleo Jenkins, an experienced Deputy Principal with a wealth of leadership wisdom. Growing up in a family of educators, Cleo shares how her early influences and personal hardships shaped her perspective o...
S3E10 - Why Every Leader Needs a Cheerleader with Jacquie Cooper
Join us for an inspiring chat with Jacquie Cooper, a passionate principal who went from a hesitant intern to a confident school leader. Jacquie’s story is all about empowering educators, building connections, and leading with authenticit...
S3E9 - Embracing the Unexpected: Leadership and Innovation with Sara Campbell
What if embracing the unexpected could transform your approach to educational leadership? In this episode, Sara Campbell, Deputy Principal at a fully inclusive primary school in Perth, shares her inspiring journey from teaching computing and ar...
S3E8 - Leading with Heart: Balancing Career and Family with Nicki Hill
In this episode, Nicki Hill, principal of North Tom Price Primary School, shares her inspiring journey of balancing a demanding leadership role with family life. From her transition from the Goldfields to Perth, Nicki reflects on the challenges...