12Jul 2010 by Melanie Wass No Comments

Grants and Scholarships And More

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  Calling all Regional and Rural people.  Here is an outstanding opportunity to apply for a comprehensive and proven Leadership Development program. It’s run over 17 months and is not for the faint-hearted but looks like a brilliant program to enable you to build your leadership skills in ways which will benefit the rural and regional communities of Australia. Get all the info here: http://www.rural-leaders.com.au/ – click on the ad or the ‘Programs’ tab.  Hurry – applications close 31 July. Hint – see if you can contact past attendees for tips on applying  great way to network as well.   If you’re after something a little more environmental… Community Action Grants are open. They aim to help community groups take action to conserve and protect their natural environment.  Proposals are…
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28Jan 2009 by Melanie Wass No Comments

Action Learning

Learning
Wow! Dr Michael Marquardt is an undisputed king of Action Learning.  Recently he took a group of us through the process and theory behind conducting Action Learning and it was brilliant. I learned even more about the technique and found my skills grew over the time we spent together. Action Learning is a deceptively simple technique that is way more than just asking questions. It comprises a methodology which underpins the learning content and application of the learning.  When do you use Action Learning? Ideally when there is a problem to solve which has some immediacy or import. What's so special about it? It's real-time learning and skill enhancement. The use of a Coach through the process is critical to ensure the session doesn't turn into a general discussion or…
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18Aug 2008 by Melanie Wass No Comments

Leading the Police

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If you've ever had anything to do with the Police, either directly or indirectly, you'll know they have a reputation of being a strong, even closed, culture. The impression many of us have is that leadership is based on toughness, authority and possibly even mateship. A recent talk I attended validated some of these thoughts. The traditional Police model of leadership is a heroic, male-oriented, command-and control environment.  There are even elements of some policing units being very close to the criminals they chase. The temptation for some police is great. As they say, the brighter the light, the darker the shade.  That kind of culture is supported and encouraged in some quarters. (more…)
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