Denis Murphy

Primary Teacher PDSL

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

Absolutely agree, successful leadership is influence not authority. Be the leader that is seen to acknowledge, listen, care and empathise. This takes courage. #leadership #pdsl @aidenaid16 @niamhickey @patriciamannixm

[Kate @Studentmentor22]

An apt topic to end our coaching and mentoring module and a quote from 1 of my favourites. Here's to everyone who showed up this semester... We're almost there!
#leadership #pdsl @patriciamannixm @niamhickey @Leaders_SoE

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

My take this week, courage does not always have to be in the face of big life challenges, it is important to remember courage is often most present in the small acts of every day. Act on the moment that is before you. #pdsl #leadership @patriciamannixm @niamhickey @aidenaid16

[avril_sarena @AvrilSarena]

A powerful image portraying Distributed Leadership! Bringing people together by reducing the divide! #pdsl #distributedleadership #leadership @niamhickey @patriciamannixm @Leaders_SoE

[Simon Sinek @simonsinek]

We can only truly be in charge when we are willing to let others take charge.

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

Leading below the surface is deep connection, it takes time to develop this type of relationship with peers. You may not get the return of this investment right away but leaders will reap the benefits in time. #listen #care #support #pdsl #leadership @patriciamannixm @niamhickey

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

Wejr's TED talk showed the value of connection. It reminded me of the importance of pupil self assessment, which can provide us with valuable information on pupil's perceived strengths. Embracing strengths = a more engaged and connected pupil #pdsl @patriciamannixm @niamhickey

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

Excellent graphic, we all have something to offer. Effective leaders create the conditions for people to untap and share their unique experience and knowledge. #leadership #pdsl @patriciamannixm @niamhickey

[Carla Garcia @SSW_CarlaGarcia]

A strength based approach is the best way to expand on untapped potential. #Growthmindset #Lifelonglearner #SchoolSocialWork #teambcsd

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

Reading about challenging conversations, reminded me about this useful acronym. It is important we; listen to understand, empathise and help navigate the conversation by asking questions before any problem solving can be considered. @niamhickey @patriciamannixm #pdsl #leadership

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

Absolutely agree Aideen, how we treat each other is fundamental to building a positive school culture, everybody is responsible.

[Aideen Ahern @Aideen1234]

Many think that school culture is shaped by leaders or cliques within a school.But are we taking responsibility for our own daily actions?Are we contributing in a truly positive way to school culture?We can be the catalyst of change!
@patriciamannixm @niamhickey #leadership #pdsl

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

To change school culture for the better, we are all responsible in changing the way we think, speak and act within the school community. Often it can be as simple as being more considerate with our words. @patriciamannixm @niamhickey @Leaders_SoE #leadership #pdsl

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

Dr Paul Butler and Suzy Wales give an interesting take on the impact coaching can have on leaders this week not only in a professional capacity but in their own personal lives. In work and life everything is connected #leadership #pdsl @niamhickey @patriciamannixm @Leaders_SoE

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

Reading Nel Noddings article, it was evident that to truly impact a students education as educators we must listen not just "tell" assuming we know what they need. Let's facilitate and let them direct the learning. #care #listen #pdsl @Leaders_SoE @niamhickey @patriciamannixm

[Anthony Nyhan @an_nyhan]

From this weeks unit, the descriptions of how a coach can show they are listening reminds me of how Tommy Tiernan conducts an interview!! #comfortablewithsilence #pdsl #leadership @niamhickey @patriciamannixm @Leaders_SoE

[Denis Murphy @DenisMu41531885]

An essential skill for any leader, coach or mentor is empathy. I think its importance is summed up very well in this quote by Bill Bullard. #pdsl #leadership @niamhickey @Leaders_SoE @patriciamannixm