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Building Positive Team Culture Through Curiosity
There’s a noticeable shift that happens in a team when curiosity becomes the default. Conversations shift to seeking understanding, possibilities and opportunities. Curiosity isn’t just a communication and connection style – it’s a positive culture-builder. It signals that I’m open and I’m listening . In early learning settings (and in any workplace), this is a foundational element of positive organisational culture. Brené Brown describes curiosity as something we choose when
Jo Maloney
Feb 183 min read


The Call for Compassion in Our Communities
A few months ago, I wrote about the importance of cultivating compassionate learning communities. At the time, my focus was on how...
Jo Maloney
Sep 1, 20252 min read


Reflections on the IPPA World Congress 2025
I recently had the privilege of attending the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) World Congress in Brisbane, and I’ve...
Jo Maloney
Jul 10, 20252 min read


The Power of Positive Leadership in Early Childhood Education
In early childhood education (ECE), leadership isn’t just about guiding a team or making decisions—it’s about shaping the entire culture...
Jo Maloney
Jun 4, 20253 min read


From Kind Acts to Lasting Impact: Creating a Compassionate Learning Community
🌿 Small gestures. Big impact. In the busy, ever-changing environment of early childhood education, it’s easy to get caught up in the...
Jo Maloney
May 8, 20252 min read


Recharging with Positivity: 12 Tools to Build Emotional Resilience in Early Childhood Education
Lately, I’ve been revisiting the work of emotions researcher Barbara Fredrickson, particularly her book Positivity . It’s a powerful...
Jo Maloney
Apr 15, 20252 min read
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