The Archimedes column in the TES has established itself as the pre-eminent source of practical advice on school management in the UK. Here, for the first time, is a selection from the columns, based upon the most common questions asked by practising school managers and headteachers. How do we cope with awkward parents?, How do we handle the unions?, How do we deal with pupil discipline?, How do we cope with the drugs problem?, How do we select the right teacher?. These questions and many more are addressed in the TES Management Guide for Heads and Senior Staff.