You and those you choose will lead your country's shift to lifelong learning
whether working in government or in the community
your influence will have big impacts on those you work with and serve
without great leaders, great journey's don't take place...
and change will not come if we wait for some other person, some other time.
Anyone can be a leader...
we can all make a difference in making learning possible
for people at all stages of life
and inspire others to do the same.
We know that systems can sometimes make this hard...
but a great leader acts
speaking out, taking action, doing things differently.
Leaders are made, they're not born
made through passion, practice, determination, and learning.
There are eight characteristics essential to a great education leader...
every great leader starts their journey with a bold vision
this is an understanding of where they want to be
ask yourself, what change do I want to see?
Is it learning opportunity for every adult?
Is it a better system?
Your vision will be the driving force for the actions you will take.
Second, trust.
Share this vision with others
and if it's possible to do so, work towards it together...
passing ownership and autonomy to them to drive it forwards
You might be surprised with what others can do when they feel part of something bigger
and are given freedom to act.
Third, a great leader listens well to others
and are clear communicators.
They understand their vision may need some adjustment
after talking with people they serve and work with.
Four. They care deeply about the people they serve
and those they work with.
When things don't work out, a great leader will step forward and take responsibility.
When they go well, they'll step back and let others take credit.
At the centre of everything an education leader does, they do for others
Five. A leader is passionate and positive
energy plays a crucial role in leading and inspiring
a leader is always looking to bring out the best in others
Six. They are lifelong learners themselves.
A great education leader leads by example...
which means they make mistakes and learn from them
They have a growth mindset and view obstacles and failures as part of a learning process
Seven. They take courageous action.
To make their vision come true, a great leader acts
not waiting for 'the right seas' or 'a calm spell'
but for a real difference now.
They'll do it all themselves if they have to.
Last, but not least, a great education leader is a collaborator
They recognize that change will not take place without partnerships and cooperation
They always work with local communities and the people they serve
and they'll work with as many organisations as it takes
to get the job done.
So next let's look at some key steps we can take to transform today
Consider four key strategies...
think about the change you want to make
where is your passion and who are you fighting for?
Make this your vision.
Start small, creating small changes...
then expand what works.
Remember, all of the greatest education leaders started with small successes
Use a growth mindset, learning from experiences and reflecting on them as you go.
Meet powerful leaders, and take inspiration from their lead
It's important to have people that you can ask
when you yourself need support.
Using these four key strategies, you can start today.
In doing so, make sure to revisit and reflect on the eight characteristics we've discussed...
throughout your own transformation, and as you progress in your own leadership journey.