You may be thinking this is a terrible way to start a blog post about how we can work better together; however, unfortunately, sometimes in the process of working with others we face opposition and struggle. We may have taken action – or in action (see last week’s post) in order to help our team […]
No good deed goes unpunished Read More »
Leadership in a partnership looks a lot like being a master facilitator.
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Once we have really listened to others, we can do one of two things: 1. Keep on thinking about it or 2. Do something with it. If we decide to do something with it, we may end up learning much more than we expected – or wanted – to learn.
Expect the unexpected Read More »
Seek first to understand, then be understood. Stephen Covey had it right when it came to relationships, and this is just as critical in working with partnerships and teams as any other relationship. In order to be effective in getting people to work together, the best thing to do is to LISTEN.
Can I hear you now? Read More »
I have spent more than 15 years working in public health and remember learning very early in my career that “it’s all about relationships.” I wish I had a dollar for every time I have heard someone say, “we need to build partnerships” or “create a coalition” or “convene an advisory group” as if it’s
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