Product reviews for Making The Leap

One of the biggest fears in moving from deputy to headship is the unknown. In this tremendously useful book, Jill Berry helps deputy heads identify the types of unknowns that may be waiting as they move into headship. As deputies make the transition from the operational to the strategic they need wisdom and sage advice and it can be found here in abundance. This book offers many opportunities for self-reflection; the thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter have already been immensely helpful to me as I begin my journey as a head and I know I will continue to refer to them over the coming months and years. Dr Berry's findings are rooted in careful research, with reference to many useful first-hand experiences. As I begin my first headship, seeking to lift, inspire, encourage and motivate, I am excited by the joy that Dr Berry has found in this role and which she has communicated so clearly and helpfully in Making the Leap. I would encourage all those who aspire to headship, or who are newly appointed, to read this immensely valuable guide.