Joanna Povall
@joannapovall.bsky.social
Author of Kind Leadership. TES International School Principal of the Year. ISC Research Edruptor international influencer of the year list
@joannapovall.bsky.social breaks down the CHASE Framework, explaining why kindness in leadership is not a weakness, but a deliberate and strategic approach to building a positive school culture: www.headteacher-update.com/content/best...
CHASE Framework: Leadership based on trust and high expectations - Headteacher Update
Discover the CHASE framework and how kind leadership can boost trust, retention, wellbeing and school culture.
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NEW BLOG post today: 'Do you struggle to say 'No'?' I cite @tesmagazine.bsky.social, @nancygedge.bsky.social, & @joannapovall.bsky.social and her 'Kind Leadership' Book (@crownhousepub.bsky.social). What do you think? Hope you find it interesting. jillberry102.blog/2026/06/08/d...
Do you struggle to say ‘No’?
I enjoyed reading this recent TES article by Nancy Gedge, who writes about the challenge of saying ‘no’ when you’re in leadership, especially if you’re involved in the leadership of Special Educati…
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In this episode of She Leads Because She Can, Joanna Povall (@joannapovall.bsky.social) explores what it truly means to lead with empathy, honesty and kindness. 🎧:
#30 CHASE-ing Kind Leadership with Joanna Povall
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Tune in for an insightful conversation you won’t want to miss: buff.ly/EoKj5gL @joannapovall.bsky.social @jillberry102.bsky.social
Joanna Povall joins James Bowen on the School Leadership Podcast, where they explore what kind leadership means and how it affects everyone in your school: buff.ly/YV3i7ZC Find out more about her book Kind Leadership here: buff.ly/yzLJ6qX @joannapovall.bsky.social
The transformative power of kindness
Podcast Episode · The School Leadership Podcast · 13 May · 28min
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Join Joanna Povall of the Seen & Heard podcast, where retells how her early experiences shaped her leadership style and kindness and empathy can be a powerful force of transformation. 🎧: buff.ly/Mve99xR
Kind Leadership in Schools with Joanna Povall – S&H Podcast – Ep 56
In this episode of the Seen & Heard Podcast, Chris Braitch speaks with Joanna Povall, an award-winning school leader and author of Kind Leadership, about how empathy, fairness and clear communication…
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Thank you Patrick Cozier (@calmleadership.bsky.social) for this wonderful review of #KindLeadership 📖 buff.ly/17aEo2Q
Frank, blunt, direct, to the point, forthright, candid, plain spoken. What do those words make you feel? Some people will read them in a way that invokes a feeling of cruelty. Honesty with kindness is so important. It should never feel cruel. Read all about it in my book, Kind Leadership
The wait is over for you modern people who prefer electronic versions of books 📖 Kind Leadership: Leading Schools with Empathy, Honesty and Impact is now available on kindle on Amazon UK. www.amazon.co.uk
Kind Leadership: Leading schools with empathy,honesty and impact eBook : Povall, Joanna: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
Kind Leadership: Leading schools with empathy,honesty and impact eBook : Povall, Joanna: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
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You know that you have made it as an author when your colleagues come dressed as you for World Book Day 😂 Thank you, Nawal and Sarah. Made my day!
Joanna's book is certainly making a splash! Here are just a few of the glowing reviews that she’s received so far… keep them coming! ✨
Our lovely Ruby, who is in charge of social media put an article in our newsletter and posted about the release of Kind Leadership. The response from our parents has been truly heartwarming. The messages I have received have brought tears to my eyes. Happy tears! Keep spreading the kindness ❤️
In a world where you can be anything, be kind. Especially in school leadership.
Only 2 copies left in stock on Amazon UK - with more on the way, and number 2 in a best seller rank 🎉 Amazon moves fast and sales update constantly, so I took a screenshot fast!! Thank you to everyone who has supported spreading more Kind Leadership in the world ❤️
✨ It’s almost here!✨ Watch Joanna Povall unboxing copies of her new book #KindLeadership. Drawing on over 30 years’ experience in schools around the world, this isn’t a book you want to miss! Click the link to pre-order your copy today:
Kind Leadership
Leading schools with empathy, honesty and impact
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Redefining what leadership looks like in modern schools ✨ In a world where education is often reduced to metrics and mandates, #KindLeadership by Joanna Povall offers something radically different! Buy your copy here: buff.ly/yMTUPB3
Choose kindness ❤ Joanna Povall’s #KindLeadership is now available to buy! Offering a new perspective on leadership, this is a resource every leader needs: buff.ly/yMTUPB3
“Kindness is a powerful and strategic force of transformation”. #KindLeadership offers easy to implement strategies for leaders and encourages them to lead with a genuine heart. ✨Buy your copy here: buff.ly/yMTUPB3
How can compassionate actions enhance performance and resilience? Joanna Povall’s #KindLeadership challenges and empowers leaders to create change with kindness ❤ Buy your copy here: buff.ly/yMTUPB3
Sounds Camera Action with Inspiring Leaders Podcast has dedicated an entire episode of their podcast to Joanna Povall's new book Kind Leadership: buff.ly/KmbDGUm Listen in to hear Joanna's call to action and purchase your copy of her new title here: buff.ly/yMTUPB3
Kind Leadership
Sounds🎙Camera 📷 Action🎬 with Inspiring Leaders · Episode
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“Kindness is a strategy, not sentiment”. #KindLeadership makes it easy with examples, reflective questions and practical tools that leaders can use immediately: buff.ly/yMTUPB3
“Leaders are judged not only by what they do, but also by what they allow to happen.” Joanna Povall, Principal of Wales International School, Abu Dhabi, UAE, in 'Kind Leadership', @crownhousepub.bsky.social: www.crownhouse.co.uk/kind-leaders...
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Leading schools with empathy, honesty and impact
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“Bullying is not just an issue between students; it is a reality for some adults in school too, usually due to the unchecked ego of a colleague…The person concerned, like many bullies, may lack confidence in their own ability, knowing in their heart that they are out of their depth.” Joanna Povall
“People do not respond to authority alone. They want to be seen, they want to be heard & they need to be empowered. They need to be noticed. They want to be led by someone who is real: flawed, courageous & kind.” Principal Joanna Povall, for @crownhousepub.bsky.social:
Kind Leadership
Leading schools with empathy, honesty and impact
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New to leadership? #KindLeadership by Joanna Povall is your perfect starting point, with clearly explained strategies and suggested approaches to cultivate a school where everyone can thrive. ✨ Find out more here: buff.ly/yMTUPB3
Kindness is not weakness ❤ Drawing on 30 years’ experience, Joanna Povall’s #KindLeadership offers leadership strategies built on trust and humanity. Buy your copy here: buff.ly/yMTUPB3
