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An Irishman walked into a pub… an expat’s journey into recruitment in Australia.
Inspired by fellow Irish expatriates who found success in recruitment, and seeking the adventure of living and working abroad, I arrived in Australia on 1/11/22, an auspicious date if you believe in luck. My past roles in Ireland had included a demanding position at...
The Unseen Edge in Recruitment: A practitioner’s touch
Best practice expertise in executive search and selection is undeniably important. As leading search consultants in the education sector, we also make a compelling case for the added value of industry-specific experience. The wisdom gleaned from years of being in the...
What People Really Want From a Job
In my day-to-day role of liaising with both candidates and employers, I frequently hear from candidates about their job preferences. The message is clear: there's a growing demand to move away from rigid hierarchies and one-size-fits-all approaches, as employees and...
Pressing Pause: The Power of Taking Time Out
In the demanding realm of leadership, carving out time for personal growth and reflection can often feel like an impossible task. The constant pressures of managing teams, making critical decisions, and staying ahead in a competitive landscape can leave little room...
Navigating Staff Resignations During the Holiday Season: A Guide for School Leaders
The holidays spanning December and January is often a time of relaxation and family gatherings. However, for school leaders, it can be a challenging phase, especially if a staff member resigns unexpectedly. Here are five strategies to effectively manage such...
Celebrating Excellence: The Slade Group Chairman’s Awards
At Slade Group, excellence is not just a word; it's a standard that we uphold and celebrate. Recently, we gathered to recognise this at our annual Chairman’s Awards. These awards are provided on behalf of our Executive Chairman, Geoff Slade, and serve as a genuine...
Best Practice Recruitment: Insights from a Veteran School Principal
Being a school principal is not just about overseeing academic curriculums or managing student discipline; it's largely about leadership and making pivotal decisions. One of the most critical areas I've navigated in my years as a principal is recruiting hundreds of...
Our Great Slade Bake Off for the Biggest Morning Tea
This week we did our official Biggest Morning Tea, and it was a great success! Hosting it at the end of May, we got everyone involved in a Great Slade Bake Off, with our teams bringing in their own baked goods. Although there was some trepidation about what would be...
Reflecting on the Efficiency of Interview Processes in Schools
Are multiple interview rounds for school leadership positions necessary? The traditional job interview process, often involving several stages, can be an arduous and inefficient journey. This complexity is exemplified by the experience of a mentee of mine, who went...
Leveraging Decades of Experience: Why Schools Trust Us to Recruit Their Leaders
As the world of education rapidly evolves, schools need leaders who are not only equipped with the right qualifications but also embody the values, vision, and ethos of the institution. Finding such leaders requires more than just a cursory glance at a resume; it...
A Roadmap to Resolution: 10 Strategies for Successfully Managing Staff Conflict
As I reflect on over twenty years as a principal in four schools, staff matters consumed a significant amount of time and effort and at times nearly caused major grief. Staff relationships, performance, managing conflict, ensuring engagement and alignment with the...
Using AI for job hunting and career development: An Interview with OpenAI’s ChatGPT
Join me in this captivating episode as I dive into the fascinating realm of artificial intelligence alongside the esteemed guest, OpenAI’s advanced language model, ChatGPT 4.0. Discover the limitless potential of AI and its profound impact on job hunting, career...