A guide to personal development in the context of the teaching profession. The handbook shows teachers how they can become personally and professionally empowered in order to empower others. It includes reflective exercises and case studies to make it easy for teachers to relate to their own situation.

Well-written and accessible, this book should prove essential reading for ambitious teachers everywhere.

Introduction - What this Book is About and How to Use It
Part 1 - Managing Yourself
Habit 1 - Thinking for yourself
Habit 2 - Building the foundation of confident performance
Habit 3 - Taking action on stress
Habit 4 - Taking your time
Part 2 - Engaging with others
Habit 5 - Establishing creative rapport
Habit 6 - Attentive listening
Habit 7 - Practising the behaviours of influence
Part 3 - Spreading the influence
Habit 8 - Motivating and leading
Habit 9 - Extending the boundaries of influence
Conclusion.