A principal interview panel, emotional labour you can’t rehearse for, staff who feel powerless, and AI that’s changing how leaders work. In this year’s final episode, Dr Adrian Camm and Teagan Collins take on your toughest questions.

Join in as they:

• Go deeper into principal interview technique, the questions that really distinguish candidates, and how to respond with authenticity rather than polished jargon.

• Explore what can and can’t be taught about the emotional and political labour of principalship – and how aspiring leaders can still prepare.

• Break down daily practices, wellbeing routines and calendar design that help leaders stay effective, visible and human.

• Discuss how Adrian is using AI in his role as principal – from analysis of complex information to a new, more personalised school website – and where he draws the line on AI‑generated comms.

Adrian and Teagan close out 2025 with a conversation that is both thought-provoking and immediately useful, helping you refine your leadership approach and prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead. 

Want to learn more about our hosts? Connect with them on LinkedIn:

• Dr Adrian Camm: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriancamm/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Teagan Collins:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/teagan-collins-45699811a/⁠

Show Notes:

Brené Brown – Strong Ground

Julia Baird – Bright Shining and Phosphorescence

Patrick Lencioni – The Ideal Team Player

Viktor E. Frankl – Man’s Search for Meaning

Jane Wilkinson – Practice Matters in Educational Leadership1