My SBL Journey: 1 Year On - A Fresh Perspective

David McClelland, School Business Manager, joins me to reflect on his first year as a SBM and also share his thoughts on the profession more generally – with his new and fresh perspective! The episode at a glance: [1:23] – David explains why he felt August 2020 was a good time for him to jump into the SBL role and what he thinks the similarities and differences are between schools and other organisations [12:25] – David discusses the commonalities between SBLs regardless of their path into the sector and how his role as a School Governor has helped him in his role [22:37] – David talks about his supportive Head and what he thinks it would have been like without him [35:15] – David emphasises the role’s need for recognised professional bodies and CPD  [55:30] – We talk about mindset, culture and support for SBLs [1:06:18] – David talks about what comes next for him on his SBL journey and leaves us with some final thoughts Related content: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mcclelland-633a549/ (Contact David on LinkedIn) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessofschoolleadership/ (Join my Facebook Group) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringsbms (Join my Aspiring SBM Facebook Group) Other resources: - https://www.ljbusinessofeducation.co.uk/captivate-podcast/raising-the-profile-of-the-profession-national-sbl-day/ (PODCAST: Raising the Profile of the Profession) - https://www.ljbusinessofeducation.co.uk/captivate-podcast/how-to-develop-the-sbl-role-and-gain-recognition/ (PODCAST: How to Develop the Role and Gain Recognition) - https://businessofeducation.lpages.co/new-sbm-checklist-and-starter-kit/ (DOWNLOAD: New SBM Checklist) - https://www.ljbusinessofeducation.co.uk/sbl-surgery-new-sbm/ (BLOG: For New SBLs) - https://www.ljbusinessofeducation.co.uk/sbls-its-time-to-take-action/ (BLOG: It’s Time to Take Action) Want to be a guest on the podcast? https://form.jotform.com/21113179546535