Last week I facilitated a two day programme designed to help young people become more employable and successful in their working lives. It's a unique programme organised by the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce, delivered by trained facilitators from the world of work - so when I heard about it, I was keen to get involved.
The two days were spent at the Aylsham Fun Barns, which provided the students with a very real experience of what training can be like in the world of work as well as breaking the idea that this is a 'lesson' and they are being 'taught'.
We ran exercises to help improve general awareness in areas like, communication, teamwork, and positive thinking. It was an enjoyable couple of days and the feedback from the students proved what an important part of their learning it was.
The ideas were embraced wholeheartedly by the students and it left me feeling that if our aim is to improve relationships and productivity in the workplace - this is surely where it must start!
Monday, 30 March 2009
Monday, 16 March 2009
Firewalk & Boardbreak Challenge II
Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes , yeeeeeeees! No, not a scene from 'When Harry met Sally', but the chants you would have heard if you joined us at the Forum, Norwich last Friday for the Fire Walk and Board Break challenge to raise funds for the Bryan Gunn Appeal .It was an amazing evening where around 40 people helped raise over £4'000. The atmosphere was incredible and I must say I'm very proud of myself and everyone involved.
Follow the link to listen to the podcast from the event:
http://www.futureradio.co.uk/podcast/2009/march/firewalking
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