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Jfs Zen

Finding Your Zen in the School Workplace

19 May 2025

In a school environment, the pace can be relentless. Bells ringing, students needing guidance, emails piling up, phones ringing, parents…

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Jfs Your Future

Your Future in the School Workplace: Be Ready for Anything

5 May 2025

In a school setting, whether you’re working in the front office, supporting students in the classroom, or managing operations behind…

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Jfs X Factor

Finding Your X-Factor: What Others See That You Might Miss

21 April 2025

Have you ever sat back and thought, What am I actually good at? Not the kind of skills you list…

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Jfs Worst Case Scenario

Worst-Case Scenario? Yep, Been There. Let’s Talk Solutions

7 April 2025

Schools are incredible places of learning, connection, and growth… but they’re also workplaces where worst-case scenarios can and do happen.…

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Jfs Venting

Venting in the School Workplace: When, How, and Why It Matters

24 March 2025

Working in a school can be incredibly rewarding—but let’s be real, it can also be frustrating, overwhelming, and occasionally, downright…

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Jfs Understanding

Decisions, Decisions! Understanding How and Why Schools Make Them

10 March 2025

Decisions, decisions! From the seemingly small choices (should we get blue or black pens?) to the major game-changers (budget allocations,…

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Jfs Teamwork (1)

“Get on the Train to Success Town!” (And Other Teamwork Sayings We Love to Hate)

17 February 2025

Confession time. I used to find teamwork… challenging. Not challenging in terms of the actual work – I could handle…

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Jfs Reality Check

Beyond the To-Do List: The Human Side of School Administration

3 February 2025

If you’re new to the school environment, buckle up! This blog post offers a glimpse into what your future might…

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Jfs Listening (1)

The Art of Listening: A Guide for School Staff

18 November 2024

In the hustle and bustle of school life, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of tasks and…

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Jfs Knowledge

Knowledge is Power: Empowering Yourself with Lifelong Learning

4 November 2024

As a school Business Manager or Leader, you’re constantly navigating a multitude of tasks, from managing budgets to supporting staff…

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Jfs Juggling

Juggling the School Circus: Balancing Work and Responsibilities

21 October 2024

Have you ever felt like you’re juggling chainsaws while riding a unicycle on a tightrope? That’s often the reality of…

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Jfs Handling Complaints

Taming the Tough: A Guide to Handling Complaints

7 October 2024

Dealing with complaints can be one of the most challenging aspects of working in a school environment. Complaints can be…

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