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Useful resource for both training and personal reflection

Useful resource for both training and personal reflection

Though the following short video focuses on high school/college students, the message it promotes has relevance for a much wider audience. Wherever people work with people, there is the potential for miscommunication, or a lack of communication, about differing perspectives. This video reminds us of the importance of making assessments rather than assumptions. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
December 17, 2015
New book announcement

New book announcement

Neil’s book, The Authentic Leader, has now been published by Palgrave Macmillan. It uses existentialist theory to show how leadership needs to be based on making genuine human connections. Click here to buy from the neil thompson bookshop
Dr Neil Thompson
December 3, 2015
Neil Thompson’s Lessons for Living – Think!

Neil Thompson’s Lessons for Living – Think!

There are two ‘sides’ to our brain and nervous system. One deals with routine matters that we don’t have to think about – the things we just do, like walking and breathing. Then there is the part of our brain and nervous system that deals with the things we do consciously. Most of the time we rely on the former and only call on the latter when we need to. That is, much of what we do is carried out with little or no conscious thought – and that’s a mixed blessing ... Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
December 3, 2015
Supporting people with cancer at work

Supporting people with cancer at work

Did you know that 750,000 people of working age are living with cancer in the UK? And, every year, another 120,000 people of working age are diagnosed with cancer. With survival rates improving and people retiring later, these figures are set to rise. In addition, half a million carers of people with cancer in the UK are working full time or part-time. Whilst not everyone with cancer is able to, or wants to, work after a cancer diagnosis, research by Macmillan Cancer Support shows that over 80% of people who were working when diagnosed felt it was important to return to work. For people with cancer, staying in or returning to work can be hugely positive. Click here to read…
Dr Neil Thompson
December 3, 2015
Using the internet to combat loneliness amongst older people

Using the internet to combat loneliness amongst older people

Silver Robin is a lively and light-hearted meeting place for us oldies to share and discuss interests, views, experiences and connect with like-minded people. It’s here to find useful information, new ideas, have fun, and when necessary, have a good grumble. This is your space to publish your articles, memories, personal anecdotes and favourite “bon mots”. I’m an oldie and I know that life can be lonely. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
December 3, 2015
How equal are you?

How equal are you?

Type your country into the search box to find out how it ranks for gender equality. The figures are based on the World Economic Forum (WEF)'s annual Global Gender Gap report, which measures countries according to where women are more likely to be able to participate fully in political and economic life and enjoy the most equal access to education and healthcare. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
December 3, 2015
New book announcement

New book announcement

Neil’s book, The Authentic Leader, has now been published by Palgrave Macmillan. It uses existentialist theory to show how leadership needs to be based on making genuine human connections. Click here to buy from the neil thompson bookshop
Dr Neil Thompson
November 19, 2015
Neil Thompson’s Lesson for Living – Know your blind spots

Neil Thompson’s Lesson for Living – Know your blind spots

No one has 360-degree vision. When we are focusing on something, everything else is out of focus, so there will be many important things that are there, right by us, but we don’t see them. That is fine most of the time, but on occasions it can be really problematic if we don’t make ourselves aware of those blind spots. How often have you felt like kicking yourself because, after the event, you have realised that you missed something significant and really wished you hadn’t? Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
November 19, 2015
Why it’s time for new ideas on children’s residential care

Why it’s time for new ideas on children’s residential care

The prime minister was still at the despatch box last week, having moments before announced that he and Nicky Morgan had asked me to review the residential care of children, when the emails, Linked-In messages, and tweets started to rain upon my phone. The deluge has continued reflecting, I think, widely held, passionate, but often remarkably conflicting views about residential care. Two of the social work professionals who, over many years now, I have turned to for advice and guidance were in touch very quickly The first insisted that residential care was the best option for more children than currently live in homes, the second told me that it was vital to reduce the use of care homes. Click here…
Dr Neil Thompson
November 19, 2015