Yesterday we had a full day of staff PD with Margaret Ross. The topic was all about mentoring with our new form structure.
There were many key aspects, and things I have known for a while. Absolutely central to the whole process is having a relationship, and sharing a belief that the big dreams are possible.
What I learned was the however. When people turn to the negative, like, "I hate this", ask the however, where they need to spin it around... "However it's better than Brussels sprouts". The idea of teaching optimism works well in my philosophy, so I'll be adopting that also.
Then the next one I learned was the promise to yourself. When people feel like they are failing, and are at a low, they have to make a little promise... "I will do my maths homework today"... Not a big lofty goal.
Asking whether actions lead towards the goal or away from it is also a crucial aspect.
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