I said I’d share some tips from my experience as Head of MFL—for those who are about to step into the role, or have just taken it on. Not a checklist, not a blueprint. Just the things that made a difference. I won’t tell you obvious tips like “be super organised,” “set high expectations,”  or “know where the department pens are kept.”  You already know that, and if you don’t, you’ll figure it out fast—probably by Thursday. So no—this post isn’t about theory or generic advice.