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Wondering how many stories you'll need for your leadership interview? Perhaps you're unsure which competencies they will be checking for as you do your competency based interview.Â
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Backing Yourself for Success in The New Year
Welcome to 2025! I’ve been thinking a lot about how this year can be a turning point—not just for me, but for all of us who are ready to step into leadership with confidence and purpose. The idea of “backing yourself” has been at the forefront of my mind.
This isn’t just a phrase; it’s a mindset. It’s about believing in yourself, showing up with intention, and taking action, even when the path feels uncertain. Let me share a little about how I’m approaching this year, and maybe you’ll find someth…
LAOS - Leadership Interview Questions Based on the 4 Domains
Here are 40 sample questions based on the Looking at Our Schools (LAOS) framework tailored for the Irish school setting:
Domain 1: Leading Learning and Teaching
How would you ensure the effective implementation of SĂolta and Aistear in the school?
How would you monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning across all classrooms?
How do you ensure continuity and progression in literacy and numeracy?
Can you describe a time you implemented a whole-school initiative to improve student learni…
Key Leadership Interview Questions and How I Mentor Clients to Answer Them
1. Tell me about a time you faced a challenging situation.Â
This is one of the most common leadership questions, and it’s designed to assess how well my clients can navigate tough situations on their own or while leading a team.Â
How I Approach This in the Mock Interview:
I start by helping my clients identify a meaningful challenge they’ve faced. Together, we focus on how they approached the problem, engaged their team, and ensured a positive outcome.
Then, I guide them to use the STAR method (Situ…