Occupational Therapy: empowering individuals, communities, and populations to engage in activities they love, need, or are expected to do. Because everyone deserves the chance to live life to the fullest. #OccupationalTherapy#OTForAll"
We were in Westminster today with other AHP bodies, as part of the #PrescribingNow coalition, to deliver a letter to the @DHSCgovuk calling for independent prescribing rights for occupational therapists and other allied health professionals. (1/4) #AHPsDay
💤 "You might call me biased, but I think that #sleep is the ultimate occupation! Every other occupation is affected by how well we sleep." 😴 BONUS: Free podcast with evidence-based techniques, to help you and clients sleep better!
https://t.co/j26NwTK7Cp #OccupationalTherapy
The post I made a couple of days ago on the differences between efficiency and productivity has been turned into a superb sketchnote & accompanying blog by @tnvora: https://t.co/rERGwYpHbt. For those who couldn't open the original article by Avi Siegal, here's another link: https://t.co/gwOr9qhXGk.
Do you know what factors can impact your candour in practice? What skills you need to apologise? How to speak up and raise concerns - and why?
We have a #myHCPCstandards webinar coming up on this and more. Sign up below:
📅 16 September 2024
🕐 4pm
🔗 https://t.co/EVBHlGIC8N
The revised standards of conduct, performance and ethics come into effect tomorrow, 1 September 2024.
The changes come after consultation with all groups of stakeholders and are designed to ensure they relate to current practice.
https://t.co/tKsk7MHfbd
#myHCPCstandards
Get ready for #OTWeek24! 🥳
We'll build on last year's success by creating a better understanding of occupational therapy.
📋 Start your planning and download our resources here: https://t.co/AOhyKsbB9f
🗓️ Monday 4 November – Sunday 10 November
It took me a while to understand this.
When I stepped into my first leadership role, I believed success was a result of perfect systems and processes.
But, as Mike Ettore so eloquently points out in this image from his book “Trust-Based Leadership”, you LEAD PEOPLE and MANAGE THINGS.
It wasn't until years later that I truly grasped this profound difference. But once I did, I began to see people, not as resources to be managed, but as individuals to be led with purpose and care.
Here are the most significant lessons I've learned from my experience:
1. Human Connections > Business Metrics
While KPIs and metrics are important, leaders build genuine relationships. They make the effort to know the person behind the role—understanding their aspirations, their concerns, and what motivates them beyond the numbers.
2. Distribute Decision-Making Power Across All Levels
Leaders trust their team enough to let them make their own decisions. I've repeatedly found that empowering your people builds their confidence, inspires them to be creative, and makes them accountable.
3. Come Down to Their Level
Leaders adapt to each team member's unique needs. Flexible work, personalized feedback, whatever it is… meet people where they are if you want them to thrive.
4. There is Power in Vulnerability
Leaders are transparent about struggles and uncertainties. I've learned that being open about my own challenges and seeking help when I need it builds trust. You share, you grow.
5. Identify And Celebrate Diversity
A high-performing team is also a well-rounded team. Identify and nurture each member’s strengths and create a space where they feel safe to contribute. Their varied perspectives and skills will only help you thrive.
6. Create Purpose-Driven Work
Your people are inspired when they understand how their contributions shape the bigger picture. Help them find meaning in their work and they will champion your business.
Leadership is not just about achieving outcomes but about enriching the lives of those you lead. And that can only happen by leading with compassion, kindness, and empathy.
Let's lead with not just our minds, but also our hearts. ❤️
🚨I’m delighted to announce that we now have an official @NHSEngland Chief AHP Officer bulletin
🗞️Interested in receiving the latest news, guidance & updates on national policy & delivery priorities relating to #AHPs?
📝Sign-up here 👉 https://t.co/AGYb4jzdHc @WeAHPs
How can occupational therapists support people with Long Covid or myalgic encephalomyelitis (M.E)?
OT Katie Davies shares how we can support people in managing their energy levels and doing the things they want and need to do on @actionforme's podcast. 💚 https://t.co/0jEYoS01Cs
Whether you're stepping into a new role, enhancing clinical expertise or looking to strengthen your organisational development skills, we're here to help. Discover our range of free online leadership and organisational development courses 💡
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The Rosalind Franklin programme is open for applications!
The programme supports outstanding innovators, leaders, and team members to improve services for people and the communities that access them.
Find out more here 👉 https://t.co/SAFWYMYNRN
🚨#CAHPOAwards 2024 Alert
📆Nominations open Monday 29 April
🏆The #CAHPOAwards are a unique opportunity for #AHPs in England to receive recognition for their personal contributions towards delivery of exceptional care for patients
Info 👉 https://t.co/HWUlakEdZl @WeAHPs
Today we celebrate #EarthDay! 🌍
As part of the continued commitment to support the NHS reaching net zero carbon emissions, the Greener Allied Health Professionals are launching #GreenerAHPWeek for the second year!
Find out more: https://t.co/O8w32wxaTO
'10 days in hospital for a person over 80 is the equivalent of 10 years of deconditioning.'
The #ActiveRecovery pilot @LCHNHSTrust is improving patient outcomes, getting people out of hospital faster and keeping them at home.
Watch the full film #RightToRehab@RCOT
On Wednesday, we'll be hearing how AHPs have been putting @NHSEngland's Intermediate Care Framework into action!
➡️ Find out how you can join us: https://t.co/bjxSGjxqVX
🗓️ 12.30–1.30pm, Wednesday 13 March