Alice Beveridge and Andrew Howie

VIBE: Beyond the Small Talk

Education EN ↓ 31 episodes

Welcome to VIBE: Beyond the Small Talk, a podcast for middle leaders and educators hosted by Alice Beveridge and Andrew Howie. On our show, we delve deeper than the surface level small talk and explore the important topics of wellbeing and self-care in the education sector. We understand the challenges and demands that come with being a middle leader or educator, and our goal is to provide you with practical tips, strategies, and resources to help you prioritise your own wellbeing while still excelling in your role.

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Alice Beveridge and Andrew Howie

Episodes

Difficult Conversations 27.03.2023 49:36

Nobody enjoys Difficult Conversations in the workplace - or do they? Alice shares a range of tips and advice on how leaders can go about managing these conversations in a way that allows relationships to be maintained, and maybe even strengthened, through direct discussions and honesty. If Difficult Conversations are a part of your role, then this is a key episode for you. For more information, an...

Imposter or Imperfect: Part 2 20.03.2023 38:20

In the second part of this discussion, Alice and Andrew discuss the work of Steve Munby and his view of Imperfect Leadership. Relating this to leadership, they question whether the idea of being imperfect, may help us cope with the imposter syndrome we often feel. Reference Imperfect Leadership by Steve Munby For more information, and to get updates on our work, follow us on Twitter @Alice_Beverid...

Imposter or Imperfect: Part 1 13.03.2023 49:07

In the first of this two part episode, Alice and Andrew look at Imposter Syndrome and the impact it can have on leaders. Looking at the work of Dr Valerie Young, Alice shares 5 different kinds of imposter syndrome, how to identify them in yourself and what steps you can take to overcome it. References Upstream by Dan Heath Dr Valerie Sound TEDTalk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7v-GG3SEWQ Alice...

What's Your Style? 06.03.2023 48:56

In episode 2 of VIBE: Beyond the Small Talk, Alice and Andrew begin by reflecting upon the VIA Signature Strength assessment, and Alice's top 5 strengths. This leads into a discussion of leadership styles, focusing on the work of Ken Blanchard and John MacBeath. Finally, they discuss how you can identify the style that feels right for you using Alice's top tips. Find us on Twitter at @alice_beveri...

Positive Leaders 10.02.2023 46:53

In this episode, Alice and Andrew discuss Positive Psychology and the impact it can have in educational establishments. Focusing on leaders at all levels, Alice shares some top tips about how you can add positivity to your practice immediately. If you wish to take the Character Strength test referenced in this episode, you can do so here: https://www.viacharacter.org/account/register

Pilot - Fresh Start 10.01.2023 56:39

Welcome to the first episode of VIBE: Beyond the Small Talk - a new podcast hosted by Alice Beveridge and Andrew Howie. In this episode we find out the motivation behind this new venture, as well as discussing the idea of a Fresh Start. Texts Referenced Life Will See You Now by Gavin Oattes Imperfect Leadership by Steve Munby