Leading the mindful way

Sarah Duggan

By Sarah Duggan
Published August 8, 2016

We all know we should be striving to reach that ideal state of being, where ones work/life balance is en pointe and taking the time to water the seeds of our own mental wellbeing is of highest priority. For many educational leaders however, this knowledge doesn’t always translate into daily practice.

A session on mindfulness has given Erin Kluge the clarity she needs to truly excel in her busy role

Erin Kluge, business manager at Tyndale Christian School in South Australia, is now happily one exception.

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