Stephen Mitchell
@ImSteveMitchell
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Husband, Dad, Tea addict 🫖 Driven to help improve education for every child. CEO/Founder of @keystoneknowhow. Accredited SRMA. MAT CEO / CFO / COO
East Midlands, England
Joined February 2013
Just because you can doesn’t mean you should @SUBWAY have introduced those infernal self order screens. SO much slower, much less options, and completely destroys any interaction with the staff Customer service takes a dip…..and I can’t see anyone happy here about it.
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Add a dash of Keystone magic to your coffee. Talk to us, at @keystoneknowhow about how we can help your schools #HR, #Finance #restructures #growth
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So. Turns out that I didn’t get all of the passata into the saucepan as I first thought!
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I’m in Italy for a few days and am getting normal work calls from the UK on my mobile. Nothing wrong with that. But, the phone numbers incoming are showing as Italian, when they are most definitely colleagues in the UK on the other end of the call. What’s causing this? And, how
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And so, just like that, a few days away has come to a close First time in Monaco, and yes it matched some of the stereotypes: 💵 Yes, it is ludicrously expensive. 🏎️ Yes, it’s a bit of a mess as they’re setting up the barriers and course for the Grand Prix. 🏨 Yes,
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So. It turns out that you don’t have to go to the casino in Monte Carlo to find a sure way to be parted with all your cash Just visiting a restaurant here does that too! Pizza for €48, and €18 for a pint of beer
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👀 Something new (and exciting) is on the way… If you lead, manage, or drive change in schools or trusts — this is for you. We’ve been building something with your role in mind. It’s practical. It’s relevant. And it’s shaped by people who’ve walked in your shoes. Right now,
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Passion is a word that gets thrown around a lot. It’s on job descriptions. In mission statements. In speeches. But here’s the thing: passion isn’t a slogan. It’s not a corporate buzzword. It’s the fire that keeps you going when the easy thing would be to walk away. The Reality
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When you need that little bit of bounce in your work week….
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Back from a few days in Norway. 🇳🇴 A glimpse of the northern lights, but, mostly snow. And great times
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This is not a magic wand, apparently. Any ideas welcome? (Clean only!!)
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This shows the danger, and power, of effective marketing, and short term fads. Most people would agree AI can be hugely transformational but current AI tech seems to leave most cold I’m still on an iPhone 13, and just not interested in an upgrade
macrumors.com
iPhone users have largely avoided the Apple Intelligence features released prior to iOS 18.2, a new survey suggests. A survey conducted by SellCell, a tech trade-in platform, has revealed that while...
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📲 At Keystone Knowledge, we specialise in tailored HR strategies that put people first. Ready to transform your school’s HR approach? 🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/0Cs0sppG5i 💬 What’s your school’s biggest HR challenge? Let’s discuss 👇 #SchoolLeadership #HRinEducation #MATs
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💡 Quick HR Tips: ✔️ Survey staff to understand their challenges and priorities. ✔️ Ensure your HR policies reflect your school’s mission. ✔️ Focus on wellbeing—small actions can make a big difference. ✔️ Find shared values, the golden thread across your team,- it’s dynamic and
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🏫 A Real Example: We helped a trust struggling with high staff turnover by: ✅ Developing a wellbeing strategy to boost morale. ✅ Streamlining recruitment to attract top talent. ✅ Introducing clear CPD plans for all staff. The result? Happier, more committed teams! 🎉
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3️⃣ Invest in Development Professional development shouldn’t be an afterthought. When staff feel valued and see opportunities for growth, they stay longer and achieve more. 🚀
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2️⃣ Recruit Right Attracting the best talent starts with clarity: •What makes your school an exciting place to work? •Do your job ads reflect your values and culture? Great recruitment = great teams.
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1️⃣ Prioritise Wellbeing Burnout is real in education. Schools that focus on staff wellbeing see better retention, morale, and performance. Wellbeing isn’t a perk—it’s essential. 💙
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