Managing Around

In this episode, we’ll unpack phenomenography, how it can be applied to social management research, and its implications for future social and management sciences. By the end of this short discussion, you’ll have a clearer understanding of this innovative research design and its potential impact on your work.

References:

Hoory, L. (2024, June 1). What is a stakeholder analysis? Everything you need to know. Forbes Advisor. https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/what-is-stakeholder-analysis/

Tight, M. (2016). Phenomenography: The development and application of an innovative research design in higher education research. International Journal of Social Research Methodology, 19(3), 319–338. https://doi.org/10.1080/13645579.2015.1010284

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Today, we're discussing the role of artificial intelligence in social work and its implications for social service organisations. A recent holiday reading inspired this episode. In this episode, we'll draw some insights from Ethan Mollick's book, 'Co-Intelligence—Living and Working with AI,' to understand both the potential and ethical challenges of integrating AI into social work. Although he didn't discuss the implications for social work, he presented some thought-provoking ideas relevant to all professions and worth discussing.

Reference:

Mollick, E. (2024). Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI. Portfolio.

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Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of Public Governance. We’ll explore its different concepts and their applications, particularly in the social and healthcare sectors. Buckle up for an educational yet entertaining ride through the intricacies of how public institutions are managed and governed. We’ll start by asking what public governance is and what concepts about it exist. Then, we will explore four of the most intriguing concepts in the field.

References:
Ansell, C., & Gash, A. (2008). Collaborative Governance in Theory and Practice. Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, 18(4), 543-571. https://doi.org/10.1093/jopart/mum032

Fischer, F. (2012). Participatory Governance: From Theory to Practice. In D. Levi-Faur (Hrsg.), The Oxford Handbook of Governance (S. 457-471). OUP. https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780199560530.013.0032

Osborne, D., & Gaebler, T. (1992). Reinventing Government: How the Entrepreneurial Spirit is Transforming the Public Sector. Addison-Wesley Publishing Company.


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Today, we're peeling back the layers on a topic that often gets plenty of lip service but lacks in-depth understanding and implementation–diversity in social services. Picture this: a social work agency bustling with professionals from all walks of life, each bringing their own rich tapestry of experiences, cultures, and ideas. But here's the catch–does this colourful mosaic translate into the way the agency operates, makes decisions, and sets policies? Often, there's a disconnect. Many organisations claim to value diversity, but only a handful truly integrate these principles into their core operations. In this episode, we will explore what it really takes to transform diversity from a well-meaning concept into a robust practice that enriches our work and the communities we serve. Stay with us as we uncover the real challenges, discuss effective strategies, and provide actionable steps towards achieving true diversity in social work.


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Welcome to today's episode of Managing Around! Imagine a world where every voice, no matter how seemingly contradictory, will be heard. Where the diverse needs, goals, and perspectives within a social work organisation not only coexist but thrive together. This is not a distant utopia. It should be reality in social work institutions. Hybridity and multi-rationality in these organisations help us to understand why and how diverse perspectives and values can coexist, and how we can develop a cohesive strategy for navigating the complex landscape of social work institutions. Today, we dive into how these concepts are revolutionising the way we think about and manage social work, transforming challenges into innovative solutions. So, stay tuned. We start with an exploration of the two concepts and then move on to practical implications for professional practice.

Reference:
Arnold, M. (2020). Multirationalität und Hybridität. In M. Arnold (Ed.), Grundlagen des Sozialmanagement: Ein Open Educational Textbook. Fachhochschule Dresden. https://profmanagement.pubpub.org/pub/einfuehrung#multirationalitt-und-hybriditt 

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Have you ever wondered what separates the best from the rest in the world of management? What if I told you there's a secret tool that has transformed how we understand leadership, innovation, and organisational development? – The magic is simply the Critical Incident Technique or CIT – a tool that's been shaping management research since the 1960s. This technique, stemming from the innovative work of psychologist John C. Flanagan, has transcended its military origins to become a cornerstone in understanding and improving various facets of organisational life. Join us as we explore how pivotal moments can redefine organisational success and development and uncover the lessons that can turn challenges into opportunities for growth. Through the lens of CIT, every incident tells a story, and every story holds the key to unlocking extraordinary potential.

References:
Flanagan, J. C. (1954). The critical incident technique. Psychological Bulletin, 51(4), 327-358. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0061470

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We are drawing inspiration from Paul Bate's seminal work, "Strategies for Cultural Change," in which he challenges traditional views of organisational culture, urging us to see it not just as an attribute an organisation has, but as the very essence. As we explore his insights, we will unravel the complexities of 'thinking culturally' about organisations and discuss practical strategies for enacting meaningful and sustainable cultural change. We navigate the intricate pathways of altering the very core of an organisation's identity.

References:
Bate, S. P. (1995). Strategies for Cultural Change (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780080517971

Large, M. (1995). Book review: Strategies for Cultural Change, PAUL BATE. Oxford: Butterworth- Heinemann, 1994. 320 pp. 24.95 (hbk) ISBN 0-7506-0519-7. Management Learning, 26(3), 375-377. https://doi.org/10.1177/1350507695263008

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How, can learning in the field of management be made more exciting, practical, and effective? In today's insightful episode of Managing Around, we delve into an innovative Design-based Research project conducted at the University of Applied Sciences in Dresden. It merges the theories of 'Students as Partners' and 'Learning by Teaching', creating a new approach for theory-practice transfer in management. Let's kick things off by unpacking what Design-based Research, or DBR, really is. We'll explore the theoretical approaches that underpin this fascinating concept. Then, we'll navigate through the intriguing results that emerged from the project, giving you a firsthand glimpse into the real-world impact and insights gained. It's a journey through theory, application, and discovery.

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Welcome to another insightful episode of Managing Around. I'm Maik Arnold, and today, we explore project management and teamwork. We're diving into improving project teamwork, a topic crucial for any project's success. We'll explore the contrasts between classical and agile project management and learn about the Team Charter Canvas tool, a game-changer in team and organisational development.

Reference:

Designbetterbusiness.tools (2019). Team Charter Canvas. https://www.designabetterbusiness.tools/tools/team-charter-canvas

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Systematic reviews such as these are just one of many ways in academic writing to accumulate the current state-of-the-art in a relevant field of research. But fear not, we've got PRISMA as our guiding star. PRISMA stands for “Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses.” In this episode, we will embark on a journey to let you understand what systematic reviews are and how you could use this extraordinary tool to capture an aerial photo from your research. We will also introduce the PRISMA guidelines to equip you with the relevant toolbox to start using this methodology in your own research.

References:

Higgins, J., Altman, D., Gøtzsche, P., Jüni, P., Moher, D., Oxman, A., Savović, J., Schulz, K. F., Weeks, L., & Sterne, J. A. C. (2011). The Cochrane collaboration's tool for assessing risk of bias in randomised trials. BMJ, 343(oct18 2), d5928-d5928. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.d5928

Page, M. J., McKenzie, J. E., Bossuyt, P. M., Boutron, I., Hoffmann, T. C., Mulrow, C. D., Shamseer, L., Tetzlaff, J. M., Akl, E. A., Brennan, S. E., Chou, R., Glanville, J., Grimshaw, J. M., Hróbjartsson, A., Lalu, M. M., Li, T., Loder, E. W., Mayo-Wilson, E., McDonald, S., … Moher, D. (2021). The PRISMA 2020 statement: An updated guideline for reporting systematic reviews. Systematic Reviews, 10(1), 89. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-021-01626-4

Stang, A. (2010). Critical evaluation of the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for the assessment of the quality of nonrandomized studies in meta-analyses. European Journal of Epidemiology, 25(9), 603-605. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10654-010-9491-z

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