Speaking out?
One of the best things I like about my job is the fact that my boss listens to me. If there is ever something I don’t agree with or if I come up with an idea for doing something she listens. She may not agree with me and she may not change structures and systems to suit but she does listen. Take it on board and offer me construction feedback as to whether me ideas and opinions are of merit, or not.
That level of communication is essential in business but it appears sadly lacking in the public service sector.
Whether someone works for the hospital or a school sharing of opinions and ideas seems to be frowned upon, or in some cases feared.
I am concerned for this culture of fear exists in our society. What a lost opportunity to add to the debate. Perhaps even affect change for the better.
Why is that people feel like they are not allowed an opinion. Or is it they feel that their option is of little value.
Hi Simon, I certainly value my opinion. Others may not. Some do. Ultimately it is not fair if voicing it impacts on others who have no ability to manage the fallout for what I may do or say. It is also part of the role of principal to protect our schools from ‘undesirable’ influences or impacts.
Sometimes discretion is the better part of valor.
I certainly don’t feel intimidated by MoE. Which may be part of the reason I don’t forsee a great career there …hehehe
cheers
Greg