"I have been involved in change in the public and private sectors, and it looks as though change is equally uncomfortable for the people in both sectors. Even when people know that the change is going to make life easier for them, most still react…"
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Joan du Plessis Sep 14, 2010. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Just attended a most interesting session at The Friday Network, an informal group of consultants, most of whom are in coaching, change management, HR and integration. Rod Warner told us of the…Continue
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Joan du Plessis commented on Des Squire's blog post Mandela Day and Skills Universe members involvement"Have contributed a share towards this excellent initiative - thanks for taking the lead, Des!"
Joan du Plessis replied to Hannes Nel's discussion Cut-throat competition"Agree. If your philosophy is that we live in an abundant world, where there is space for all, then you recognise the extent to which we can benefit from and share with those in the same field as ourselves."
Joan du Plessis replied to Cindy Payle's discussion The power of volunteering"Agree. I did course with a careers counsellor, and he strongly advised volunteering, either at a not-for-profit organisation or in the business that one would like to work in a paid job."
Joan du Plessis commented on Linda Snyman's group Corporate Courseware"I'm available on a freelance basis to help develop materials and also as a facilitator: joandp@mweb.co.za ."
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Corporate Courseware
Corporate Courseware strives to be a “one-stop-shop” to the training industry. We are a group of associates who specialise in different fields in the training industry.We have the following products available which may be edited, customised and printed-on-demand:1. A range of 53 Soft Skills Training packs developed for workshop/short course training (un-aligned)2. Unit Standard Skills Program material at NQF levels 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 (aligned & accreditation ready)3. Full Qualification…See More
Joan du Plessis replied to Des Squire's discussion Have you registered as a freelance facilitator yet? in the group Freelance Facilitators"I am Joan du Plessis, SDF and Assessor: joandp@mweb.co.za, 0829237396.
I am in the Western Cape.
My fields of expertise are business writing, health care, and management: also some computer literacy."
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A group for Qualified and Experienced facilitators who are available for freelance work. Register your contact details and province in order to be contacted by providers who might have a need.See More
Joan du Plessis replied to Des Squire's discussion Is there a difference between right and wrong, honesty and dishonesty, ethical and unethical behaviour?"Thank you, Des, for putting this out there: I don't think we can be reminded of this often enough. It looks as though too many people think that if they are not actually breaking a written law then what they are doing is acceptable: but they…"
Joan du Plessis commented on Wilma de Villiers's blog post Communities of Practice"Yes, certain professions have formalised this type of learning: for instance, in psychology, psychiatry and social work where counselling is carried out, practitioners are expected to have "supervisors" (not line supervisors, i.e.…"
Joan du Plessis commented on sylvia hammond's group Enthusiastically looking for work"Am available for contract work as materials developer, editor, advisor. Have MPhil in Document Analysis and Design; SDF, Assessor, Quality Management Systems development.
Let me help you optimise your documents!"
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- Write learning material, policies and procedure manuals, edit and advise on all written business communication. Have MPhil Document Analysis and Design. Managing a project for the Dept Health.
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- self-employed: clients include Dept Health, executive coach, facilities management company
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Change management useful article
Posted on October 14, 2010 at 11:50 0 Comments 0 Likes
Useful brief, concise but full of tips, article by Ruth Tearle; http://www.changedesigns.co.za/PRACTICAL%20WISDOM/Change_agent_role_during_restructuring.htm
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