Get Promotion-Ready in 5 Days
(Even If You Don’t Feel Ready Yet)
A FREE, 5-day email course for ambitious teachers who want to step into leadership, make a real impact, and finally feel confident applying for promotion.
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Created by James D’Souza
👉🏽 20+ years in teaching
👉🏽 Former Head of Sixth Form & Psychology
👉🏽 Writer of leadership proposals that get heard
👉🏽 FCCT | SSAT Lead Practitioner | Gallup Certified Coach
This is for you if...
✅ You’re 3+ years in, but imposter syndrome keeps you back
✅ You’ve been told to “go for a TLR” but don’t know where to start
✅ You’re tired of waiting for recognition and ready to take charge of your career
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Already making a difference in your classroom?
It’s time senior leaders saw it too.
Inside this course, you’ll learn:
💡Lesson 1: Adopt These Mindsets
Think like a leader - before you have the title
✍🏽Lesson 2: Get Good at Writing (Emails)
Share ideas clearly and confidently - without arrogance
🪜Lesson 3: Overcome the 3 Biggest Fears
Deal with being afraid of judgement, overwhelm, or being ignored
🙏🏽Lesson 4: Reveal the Impact You Already Have
See yourself as a leader - and help SLT see it too
📄Lesson 5: Write Effective Proposals
Use my one-page template to get your ideas taken seriously
❕Bonus: Free 30-minute Clarity Call
A free call to review your idea and map your next step.
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The Truth Is...
You don’t need a new title.
You don’t need to wait for someone to notice you.
You just need clarity, action, and a plan that works.
What Teachers Say:
“Conversations with James helped me take ownership of my expertise and carve out a career path that will enable me to flourish.”
- Sally, Head of Geography“James gave me the encouragement I needed to take action. Starting has always been the hardest part.”
- Ali, Head of Year 9 (now Head of PSHE)“It’s not about having it perfect - it’s about starting small. I’ve got a plan, and I’m going bigger.”
- Vlad, Business & Economics Teacher
This is the first step to leadership that’s built on purpose - not expectation.
No title needed. No burnout required.
Just five short, practical lessons to help you show up with clarity and confidence.
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