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Blair McPherson
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19 mai 2024 - 09:57

null “ We never ever do nice and easy”

 In the  intro to the live version of Proud Mary, Tina Turner says, “ We never ever do nice and easy” she was talking about the energy they put into their performance but if you know anything about her troubled and violent marriage you might read more into these words. Like wise the apparent decision to avoid “nice and easy” might describe the way many organisations operate. As the... Voir plus
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Blair McPherson
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14 août 2021 - 15:36

null Never say No 

As a grandparent I never say no, as a parent I said it a lot, apparently. As a manager I didn’t like people saying no to me so I tended to ask for forgiveness rather than permission. As an experienced manager I liked to be asked for my suggestions. By the time I was a senior manager yes and no we’re replaced by how and how come.  Some organisation like some managers have a no... Voir plus
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Blair McPherson
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05 déc. 2023 - 12:36

null Are social workers the champion whingers? 

I’m a former social worker and someone who believes strongly in the professions values. I think that there are things social workers, whether working with young people or vulnerable adults, do better than other professionals in particular their focus on the individual’s total situation not just one element of their lives. In promoting, independence , dignity, choice and respect social workers... Voir plus
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