The Rational Actor – Most of what we do and the decisions and judgement we make are fed and watered by our unconscious, automated thinking. The experts that run our economy, politics and business would have us believe that the world is a rational place. This short essay* shows how we are both rational and
This is one of the several short papers – ‘Empowerment Tools’ – recently refreshed all of which are listed and linked below. Recently I used these with clients in East London. Empowering people, groups and communities works at many levels and it is important to be dialogue competent – engaging people appropriately in co-developing human services or whatever activity
What have the mighty Spanish Mondragon Corporation, German banks and the Emmaus movement got in common?
Faced with a negotiation or a difference with others – do you accomodate them, find common ground or fight your corner? This will help you assess your style and broaden your repertoire.
Public services need to get smarter at how they involve their consumers and communities in service design and delivery.
Which wheel of life looks like yours? No this is not just a lovely picture! These resources will help you to assess and evaluate your life’s activity; the constituent balance in your life; and show you how to make a fresh start and a goal-orientated personal development plan. Note that these ‘tools’ are part of a very successful
Wherever you are in the planning process I am happy to help. I am here to discuss your challenges and plans, help you evaluate ‘the how’ of your project, or even make some initial recommendations. So do feel free to ping me an e-mail or call – no commitments required ~ Jim Simpson
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