{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6662a3996944b00012812269/66822ee6ce082b11851e8185?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"10 Million Views Later | A Conversation with Tom Sherrington","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6662a3996944b00012812269/1719807599074-6688fbeb2c5266b8312d06780fa2073c.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Tom Sherrington discusses his journey in education, from realising his audience through blogging to the challenges of personal branding and public discourse. He shares insights on crafting a personal brand, engaging with an audience, and navigating the online space.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Our conversation explores the dynamics of public speaking, blogging, and the impact of social media on personal and professional identity. We also cover topics related to humility, vulnerability, and authenticity in professional development and online presence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Tom shares insights on the challenges of running a school in a tough environment, the importance of honesty and authenticity in blogging, and the significance of professional development in education. He also discusses the need for balance in online presence and the value of experience and authenticity in sharing one's journey.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Realising an audience through blogging and social media engagement</li><li>Crafting a personal brand and navigating public discourse</li><li>The impact of social media on personal and professional identity</li><li>Engaging with an audience and the challenges of public speaking</li><li>Humility and vulnerability are essential qualities in professional development and online presence.</li><li>Authenticity and honesty in blogging and online sharing resonate well with the audience.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://teacherhead.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tom Sherrington's blog, \"Teacherhead\"</a></p><p><a href=\"https://twitter.com/teacherhead\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tom Sherrington's Twitter profile</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Rainforest-Great-Teaching-Classrooms/dp/194392063X/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1sge1qfx0WZ_I6nApXUqxMNB14iRy24pQnlOFsJZhEmUm_5ncMcdvf76pgpkGsajF31aM-9JvVT0jop_NISCJNmMEAR_Tmwq_P8l8E6ZS5yx-wx_VJ0Kxr7zup6pC1LyNb4avgex3CbC_CGNY65aiJ30wGXNEBCZwfj35ZIwAlUYnbtrOVcedKIxqb2SfrZBFWQxknA4Z6JwtWKYAoxXPahgKrCI_9xege66Es2EexE.UxUPIA9lUEHTAgwdq2w1RTpVwWzwy2JG8o1wVnPPNqo&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=learning+rainforest&amp;qid=1719806648&amp;sr=8-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Learning Rainforest</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Rosenshines-Principles-Action-Tom-Sherrington/dp/1912906201\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Rosenshine's Principles in Action</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.walkthrus.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Walkthrus website</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>This episode is supported by the International Curriculum Association. </strong><a href=\"https://internationalcurriculum.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Learn more here.</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Thank you for tuning in, and as always, if you found this episode useful, please share your experience. You can find me online on <a href=\"https://twitter.com/leaningshane\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">X</a><u> (@leaningshane)</u>, and <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaningshane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a>. My website is <a href=\"http://shaneleaning.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">shaneleaning.com</a> and email address is shane@shaneleaning.com.</p>","author_name":"Shane Leaning | School Leadership & Organisational Development Coach"}