John Dabell

Sep 13, 2023 | blog.optimus-education.com | John Dabell |Sarah C. Hopp

Having a ‘fierce conversation’ doesn't necessarily entail conflict or aggression but rather implies engaging in candid, passionate and impactful discussions. School leaders, who often face challenging and passionate conversations, must learn how to navigate these tough discussions effectively. What does having a fierce conversation mean to you? Does this sound like a powwow that is intense and simmering with conflict? Is it a testy tête-à-tête and one word away from fisticuffs?

Jun 13, 2023 | icr.ac.uk | John Dabell

Image: John with his dog. Credit: John DabellThe first red flag telling me something was wrong was when my tongue started to swell. I soldiered on because I didn’t think there was anything sinister going on. That was a mistake. I started having difficulty eating and swallowing, but I put that down to my throat being sore. I was also extremely tired, but I had a young daughter at home and was busy being a primary school teacher. After about a month, things hadn’t improved.