Tag Archives: social work
Writing Your Way to Well-being
The beneficial effects of writing have been known since ancient times when Apollo was the god of both poetry and healing. In recent times these have been described in different forms – the physical effect of writing on brain activity, … Continue reading
Social networking-a plan of action
How many of us have enthusiastically signed up to a social networking site only to abandon it a few weeks later because it’s just not worth the angst. Yet social networking must be the most exciting shift in human communication … Continue reading
Social networking for the Third Sector – a new age
What are the benefits and pitfalls of social networking for charities, social enterprises and community groups? In the last six months I’ve really noticed an increase in those testing the waters of different social media sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn … Continue reading
A solution focused model of team working
Often when working with teams, we feel that by analysing the problems thoroughly, bringing tensions and conflicts to the surface, identifying mistakes and weaknesses, somehow this will help the team find a resolution. One outcome of this is that we … Continue reading
Common problems in teams – motivating staff
A lack of motivation whether of individual team members or with the team as a whole can create major problems for any service or business. Motivating staff to work effectively and efficiently is an essential management and leadership skill, and … Continue reading
Building Your Team
“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” Henry Ford ”Teamwork is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.” Andrew Carnegie As with other aspects of organisational management, team building is a … Continue reading
Knowledge Management in Social Care – time to embrace the internet?
The internet revolution has transformed the way in which research and professional knowledge can be accessed and used to enhance social work practice and social care services. But how far has this changed the experiences and perceptions of front-line adult … Continue reading
International workers in social care – critical issues for recruitment and retention
New research into the role and contribution of international workers in the adult social care workforce has highlighted many critical issues for recruitment and retention. A recent seminar hosted by the Kings College Social Care Workforce Research Unit showcased emerging … Continue reading
Managing on the front-line 