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Most leaders stay stuck, not because they lack talent, but because they won’t leave their comfort zone. In this episode, we’re getting real about why discomfort is the price of growth, and why avoiding it is quietly costing you your potential. Kira covers why your brain is wired to keep you safe (not help you grow), the three things that only get built through discomfort — confidence, self-trust, and growth — and practical ways to start stretching yourself today, no matter where you’re starting from. If you enjoy this episode, share it with your leadership team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

If you currently feel like your Leadership meetings are awkward, unproductive or an absolute drag… then this episode is for you! Meetings are a crucial part of leadership. They are the heart of communication, birthing new ideas and making things happen, so it’s important to get them right. In this episode, Kira breaks down a simple 3-part framework to help student leaders run meetings that are actually clear, engaging, and effective. You will walk away from this episode knowing: How to set an agenda for a meeting and communicate the purpose with the attendees How to create a welcoming and encouraging culture in meetings How to create opportunity for others to share and contribute How to choose the best idea and avoid conflict in the team How to delegate tasks and provide next steps How to ensure everyone walks away with clarity and knowing the next steps If you’ve ever thought “Our meetings SUCK!” Then this episode is for you. If you enjoy this episode, share it with your leadership team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

Feeling like you’re constantly juggling school, leadership, sport, work, and a social life and still falling behind? Then this episode is for you. Kira talks about time management and gives you three practical, simple tools you can actually use this week to beat stress and overwhelm for good. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between what’s urgent and what’s truly important, how to say no without the guilt, and how a simple 10-minute Sunday reset can completely change how your week feels. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

In this jam packed episode, join Nade and Kira as they answer the most commonly asked questions they hear about leadership. They start the episode chatting about their own biggest struggles as school leaders and how to overcome those struggles. Hear an array of topics such as: Encouragement in sports teams Making leadership meetings fun! Feeling like you’re not making a difference How to build team morale when your team always loses How to become a more confident leader This episode is full of practical tips and advice that will help you in your leadership journey. There’s something in here for everyone! Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

Leading in a small school can feel limiting—fewer students, smaller teams, limited resources. But what if that’s actually your advantage? In this episode, Kira shares four practical strategies to help you lead powerfully in a smaller school by building genuine connections, leading by example, getting creative with what you have, and boosting participation through diverse opportunities. After listening to this episode, you will see how leading a smaller school is not a burden but actually a blessing! Small school doesn’t mean small impact. Whether you’re dealing with low event turnout or wondering how to create change without a big team, this episode will give you the confidence to lead well right where you are. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

Communication is one of, if not, THE MOST important skill to master in any leadership team. That’s why at Student Leadership News, we’ve recorded a 3 part series on communicating with your school. Join Kira, Jared and Levi for the final part of this series as they talk about communicating OUT to the student body. After listening to this episode, you will walk away with practical ways to communicate with the student body effectively and respectfully. If you missed the first two parts, listen to episode 124 and 125! Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

Communication is one of, if not, THE MOST important skill to master in any leadership team. That’s why at Student Leadership News, we’ve recorded a 3 part series on communicating with your school. Join Kira, Jared and Levi for part two as they talk about communicating ACROSS to your fellow leaders. Stay tuned for the next part of the series: Communicating OUT – to the wider student body After listening to this episode, you will walk away with practical ways to communicate with other peers in your team effectively and respectfully. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

Communication is one of, if not, THE MOST important skill to master in any leadership team. That’s why at Student Leadership News, we’ve recorded a 3 part series on communicating with your school. Join Kira, Jared and Levi for part one as they talk about communicating UP to the teachers and authorities. Stay tuned for the next two parts of the series: Communicating ACROSS – to other peers and team members Communicating OUT – to the wider student body After listening to this episode, you will walk away with practical ways to communicate with the authorities effectively and respectfully. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

A new year means new opportunities to lead well! Whether you’re stepping into leadership for the first time or continuing your journey, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you make the most impact possible. Hosts Kira, Jared, and Levi share five essential leadership practices: getting comfortable being uncomfortable, listening and learning from others, leading on behalf of others (not yourself!), learning and growing from mistakes, and focusing on consistency over perfection. Lock in and make this year the best year yet! Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

You’ve just stepped into leadership and suddenly you’re faced with a big question: what do I do with everything last year’s leaders built? Do I keep it all? Change it? Start fresh? It’s a lot of pressure, especially when you want to make your own impact but don’t want to mess up what already works. Join Jared and Kira as they break down a simple framework for deciding what to keep, what to honour, and what to change. We’ll show you how to evaluate what’s actually worth continuing and spot the difference between a meaningful tradition and something that’s just draining energy. By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly how to build on last year’s legacy while still making it your own and keeping what already works. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

It’s that time of year! With Christmas just around the corner, end of the school year and some students moving on to the next chapter in their lives, there is a lot to celebrate! That got us thinking, what if student leaders didn’t just wait until the end of year to celebrate, but instead found ways to create a culture or celebration at their school every day? Join Andy, Nadè and Kira as they discuss big and small ways to celebrate at your school all year around to create a culture of celebration all year round. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

How much impact you make starts with you and your team. People can only reach their potential in a supportive and encouraging environment so it’s important to ensure that this is the culture you set within your leadership team if you want to see success. Plus, no one wants to be a part of a team that is negative and unsupportive, it’s much more fun when all the leaders get along! In this episode, Kira, Nadè and Jada give you 6 simple and practical ways to create a positive culture in your leadership team. Share this episode with your team! Follow us on Instagram here. Get inspired by real stories from real Australian school leaders here.

You don’t need a leadership title, a loud voice, or endless confidence to make an impact in your leadership. In this episode, we share five practical and simple ways to use your voice as a leader — even if you’re quiet, unsure, or still finding your footing. Because leadership isn’t about volume — it’s about influence, purpose, and the courage to speak up in your own way. Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend it you found it helpful! Follow us on Instagram here.

Getting feedback can feel awkward — even when it’s meant to help. It’s easy to take it personally, but in leadership, feedback is actually really important if you want to grow and improve. In this episode, we unpack practical tips of how to receive and respond to feedback without making it mean something about you personally. You’ll learn how to turn feedback into fuel for growth instead of a reason to feel defensive. If you’ve ever struggled with criticism or found it hard not to take things to heart, this episode will help you build confidence, self-awareness, and a mindset that turns feedback into your superpower. Share this episode with someone who you think needs to hear it!

Do you wish you could be more confident? Well, the good news is, everyone can build more confidence! In this episode, we unpack our top strategy for building confidence, which is; Do it scared. Most people wait for confidence before they do something, or wait for the “right time.” But the truth is, that day never comes. Confidence grows in the doing, not the waiting. We explore how fear and confidence actually work together, and why the most effective leaders take action before they feel ready. You’ll hear simple, practical ways to help you “do it scared” (because we know it’s easier said than done), to help you feel as prepared as possible. Whether you’re a student leader or simply wanting to grow more confidence in your life, this episode will encourage you to stop waiting for confidence and start building it. Share this episode with a friend who you think needs to hear this!