As #youthworkers if we keep our values present then most times our egos are not.
So next time you are asked to do something you consider small, consider the impact it will have on those you support
Think
"No job to big or small"
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Last week during #youthworkweek i spent time on 2 vastly different duties.
1. Finising a youth crime/explotation intervention funding bid for £25,000
2. Cutting up 8 pizzas and 3 Garlic breads ready for our Senior youth club
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This way of thinking is counter productive so perhapes the thought process around varied duties should be approched differently?
Instead. If you can align each duty with your values for doing #youthwork you might think differently
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#Youthworkers The honest truth.
Your CV and Qualifications will take a backseat to your connections.
The longer you avoid networking, the more frustrated you will be tyring to get the job your talent deserves. 1/2
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Did any of the young people show leadership skills?
This could be during a sporting or another activity. This could also be young people taking positive ownership of their youth centre and coming up with ideas on how to improve the experience. #artofyouthwork #youthwork 5/7
What did the young people learn today?
1. Did they participate in a new activity
2. Did you answer a question for them during a discussion
3. Did they receive a helpful signpost
#artofyouthwork #youthwork 2/7
1. Environment
Atmosphere - create a feeling of safety, a feeling this is the place to be, think welcoming faces, positive mood lightning, funky room aesthetics. This stuff is key to creating a positive environment
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The biggest #youthwork hacks for getting engagement from teenagers I wish I knew through my journey as a #youthworker
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