The Principal's Perspective

This week on The Principal's Perspective, Dr. Adrian Camm and Teagan Collins explore conversations that matter—those pivotal moments that shape relationships, inspire change, and set the course for meaningful work. They share personal stories, practical advice, and tools to navigate tough discussions with curiosity and confidence, while celebrating the power of positive interactions that build trust and connection. 

Episode 6 highlights: 

• How genuine listening and curiosity can transform conversations. 
• Practical tools like the Growth Framework for confident discussions.
• Pivotal moments that shaped Adrian and Teagan’s leadership journeys. 

Tune in for insights and inspiration to help you lean into conversations that shape lives and drive change! 

Have a topic you'd like us to explore in a future episode? Send your suggestions to ⁠[email protected]⁠.  

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/ 

Book referenced:  

Now We’re Talking – How to discuss what really matters by Sarah Rozenthuler 

In this episode, we take a deep dive into what it truly means to mobilise people, unlock potential, empower teams, and create a culture of trust and accountability. Dr. Adrian Camm and Teagan Collins share their experiences and strategies for building high-performing teams, supporting leadership development at every level, and ensuring that talent gets noticed. 

From the real impact of distributed leadership to the importance of clarity and brevity, this conversation explores why vulnerability is a strength, sharing personal insights and lived experiences. 

Tune in to hear about: 

• The systems and structures that elevate individuals and propel teams to excellence  
• The role of trust, feedback, and clarity in supporting high-functioning teams.  
• Why seizing opportunities and doing the work is essential for personal and professional growth.

People are not just part of what we do in schools – they are what we do. Join us as we unpack the ‘why and how’ of investing in individuals and mobilising leadership for extraordinary outcomes. 

Have a topic you'd like us to explore in a future episode? Send your suggestions to [email protected]. 

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/

Books referenced in this episode: 

• Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos by Tasha Eurich  
• Thanks for the Feedback by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen  
• Humilitas by John Dickson  
• The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni  
• Dare 2 Lead by  Brené Brown 

In this episode of the Principal's Perspective, we dive into the sometimes overlooked but critical topic of school finances. Join us and explore the challenges of balancing educational priorities with financial sustainability, the tough decisions leaders face, and the strategies that keep schools thriving.

From maintaining world-class facilities and managing staff conditions to navigating government funding changes and exploring innovative revenue streams, this conversation puts a lens on what it really takes to lead a school in today’s complex landscape.

You might be a school leader, or just curious about thebusiness side of education but either way you will find plenty of insights, personal stories, and thought-provoking discussions in this episode.

Tune in to learn:

• The tension between educational ideals andfinancial constraints

• How leaders make tough calls on class sizes,staff workloads, and budgets

• Innovative ways schools are generating revenuewithout compromising their vision

Don’t miss this candid conversation about why moneymatters in education.

Have a topic you'd like us to explore in a future episode? Send your suggestions to [email protected].

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/

What does it really take to align a school around a powerful vision? In this episode of The Principal's Perspective, Dr. Adrian Camm and Teagan Collins explore how visionary leadership shapes a school's direction, starting with mission, vision, and values, moving through strategy development and resource allocation.

From shaping learners who inspire the world to building a culture of distributed leadership and lived values, this episode dives into the real work of school transformation.

🎧 Tune in to learn:

• Why a clear vision matters
• The importance of building and implementing a strategy
• Decision-making frameworks that help assess the impact and feasibility of new opportunities

Have a topic you'd like us to explore in a future episode? Send your suggestions to [email protected].

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/

What should principals really be spending their time on?

In this episode of The Principal’s Perspective, Dr Adrian Camm and Teagan Collins explore the power of purposeful leadership and why protecting your time and energy is essential to making an impact.

They share practical strategies for:

• Avoiding distraction and staying focused on your core purpose
• Identifying what to delegate and how to build the right support team
• Leading with authenticity while adapting to your school's evolving needs

Adrian and Teagan also reflect on how leadership style influences school culture and why vulnerability can be a leadership strength.

Whether you're a current or aspiring principal, this conversation will help you refocus on the work only you can do.

Have a topic you'd like us to explore in a future episode? Send your suggestions to [email protected].

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/

Leading Through Change – and Coming Back to It
What does it take to lead – and to return to leadership with confidence after stepping away?

In the first episode of The Principal’s Perspective, Westbourne Grammar Principal Dr Adrian Camm and Associate Principal Teagan Collins reflect on the ongoing tensions and competing priorities of Principalship – from the need to be visible and accessible, to the demands of strategic leadership – and how they navigate these complexities in their day-to-day roles.

Together, they unpack the lessons learned through lived experience – from navigating change and growth to finding clarity in the messiness of real life.

🎧 What you'll hear in this episode:
• A defining moment that has shaped how Adrian thinks about work life balance for leaders
• Teagan’s candid insight into the transition back to work and identity
• How leaders can make space to focus on what only they can do

Have a topic you'd like us to explore in a future episode? Send your suggestions to [email protected].

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

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

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