Thursday 13 March 2025
12.30pm to 1.30pm
TOPIC: Mastering Priorities and Boundaries: the Attentional Economy
Guest speaker: Dr Paul Teys
A blend of practical tools and higher-level thinking, making it both immediately useful and thought-provoking. This webinar aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in an economy where attention is limited but demands are not.
Learning Objectives:
The Attentional Economy and Setting Priorities
Understanding the Attentional Economy: Explore how our attention is the new currency in both professional and personal realms and why it's more important than ever to manage it wisely.
Strategies for Setting Priorities: Learn how to identify what truly matters in your role and life. We'll discuss practical methods to align your daily actions with your biggest goals, ensuring you invest your attention where it yields the best returns.
Innovation and Problem Solving
Fostering Innovation: Delve into techniques to cultivate an innovative mindset that can turn challenges into opportunities for growth and creativity.
Problem Solving in Complex Environments: Gain insights into advanced problem-solving strategies that leverage critical thinking and creative solutions, essential for navigating today's complex educational landscapes.
Boundaries and How to “Push Back”
Establishing Effective Boundaries: Understand the importance of setting clear boundaries to maintain a healthy work-life balance and improve focus and productivity.
Techniques to 'Push Back' Politely: Master the art of saying no with confidence and tact. Learn how to communicate your needs and limits assertively without damaging relationships or forsaking responsibility.
With a distinguished career spanning over four decades, Dr Paul Teys is a seasoned educational leader and mentor. His extensive experience includes 36 years in middle and executive leadership roles, with 24 transformative years as Principal in various schools across three states. Dr Teys is deeply committed to fostering excellence in leadership, school growth, and the professional development of educators. His core work now focuses on developing leadership in all staff with significant positions that enhance a school's culture and performance. Dr Teys' strategic mentorship empowers educational leaders to harness their unique strengths and navigate the complexities of dynamic learning environments, impacting the educational sector.
