Dive into ”The 5-Minute Social Worker” for your weekly dose of swift and actionable social work insights with a slice of humour. In just five minutes, get equipped with practical tips and strategies to enhance your practice and impact. Perfect for the busy professional, our episodes offer the wisdom and humour you need to thrive in the dynamic world of social work. Join us for a quick boost of knowledge, fun and inspiration, tailored just for you.
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Mastering Motivational Interviewing: The Art of Gentle Persuasion
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this week we’re diving into the art of motivational interviewing. Think of it as gently convincing your cat to take a bath—tricky but doable with the right approach, and hopefully with fewer scratches.De către mattwq
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Supervision Sessions: Mastering the Art of Manager Meetings with a Laugh
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this week we turn the daunting task of supervision with your manager into a walk in the park—or at least a pleasant jog. Think of it as preparing for a friendly yet strategic chess match—exciting, nerve-wracking, but ultimately rewarding.De către mattwq
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Combating Compassion Fatigue: The Social Worker's Survival Guide
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I’m your host, Matt, here to dive into a topic weve touched on previously but is so important and im sure hits close to home for many of us—compassion fatigue. Think of it as the silent ninja that sneaks up on you just when you think you’ve got everything under control.De către mattwq
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Navigating the World of Little Humans: Working with Younger Children
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This week we’re diving into the delightful chaos of working with younger children. Think of it as stepping into a live-action cartoon—full of surprises, a bit messy, but always entertaining.De către mattwq
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Building a Rock-Solid Safety Plan: A Blueprint for Client Protection
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This week we turn the often daunting task of writing a safety plan into something as approachable as assembling flat-pack furniture—but with fewer leftover screws and less cursing at the instructions.De către mattwq
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Navigating Change: The Power of Adaptability in Social Work
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This week we’re diving into the art of adaptability in social work. Think of it as your professional Swiss Army knife—versatile, essential, and sometimes the only thing standing between you and chaosDe către mattwq
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Crafting Harmony: The Role of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Social Work
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this week we navigate the rich tapestry of equality, diversity, and inclusion, or EDI, within our social work practice. Think of EDI as the spice mix that brings out the best flavours in a dish, ensuring every bite is as delightful as it is diverse.De către mattwq
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Navigating Rough Waters: Managing Difficult Meetings
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This weeks episode guides Social Workers through the choppy seas of one of the trickiest aspects of our job—managing difficult meetings. Think of it as a dinner party where not all guests want to pass the salt.De către mattwq
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Empowerment Unleashed: Boosting Confidence Inside and Out
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Today, we’re dialling up the volume on empowerment, turning personal and professional challenges into stepping stones for growth.De către mattwq
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Peeling the Onion: Psycho-Social Theory in Everyday Social Work
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Last week I spoke about systems theory, which made me think more about systemic practice and its origins.. Today, we're cracking open the nut that is psycho-social theory—think of it as the Rosetta Stone for understanding human behaviour in social contexts.De către mattwq
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Everything’s Connected: Systems Theory Unravelled
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Today, we’re stitching together the complexities of systems theory. Think of it as the Great British Bake Off, but instead of cookies and Victoria sponges, we’re mixing up social environments and human behaviours!De către mattwq
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Clear the Static: Stress Management Through Modern Communication
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Today, we’re diving into how communication techniques can be your life raft in a sea of stress. Picture your workday like it’s Twitter gone wild (sorry X gone wild)—how do you stop yourself from drowning in digital distress?De către mattwq
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The Spice of Life: Stirring Up Cultural Competence
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This time pouring my knowledge into the pot of cultural competence. Sometimes it feels like being a chef in a global kitchen, where every ingredient is as unique as the individuals we work with, and our recipe book is written in, well, let’s just say, a language we’re still trying to learn.De către mattwq
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The Voyage of Overcommitment: A Social Worker’s Tale
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The story I want to tell you today is part cautionary, like the time you tried to make a smoothie and forgot to put the lid on the blender, part battle cry, like the enthusiasm of a vegan discovering options at a barbecue, and so relatable it’s like realising everyone’s been muting you on the group chat…
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Deciphering Teen Speak: A Social Worker's Odyssey
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This week we embark on an odyssey through the tumultuous seas of adolescent communication. You know, that place where words go to retire and emojis take centre stage.De către mattwq
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The Great Adaptation: Social Workers in the Wild
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Welcome aboard "The 5-Minute Social Worker," the podcast that's more reliable than your morning alarm and occasionally just as startling, "This is episode 4 ‘the great adaptation’ where we tackle the jungle of social work with nothing but our wits and a handy Swiss Army knife of strategiesDe către mattwq
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"Mastering the Self-Care Juggle: A Social Worker’s Guide"
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Welcome back to "The 5-Minute Social Worker," the podcast that’s like a life jacket in the ocean of social work – occasionally squeaky, but it keeps you afloat. This is episode 3 navigating the rapids of self-care without capsizing into clichés about bubble baths and scented candlesDe către mattwq
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"The Time Management Tango: Why Social Workers Need More Hours in the Day"
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Actionable advice peppered with humour for the busy Social Worker on how to manage there time better.De către mattwq
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"The Symphony of Silent Cues: Navigating the World of Active Listening"
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Episode 1 of the new weekly podcast 'the 5 minute social worker'. In this episode we take a brief humorous look at 'active listening' in the daily life of a social worker. Perfect for a quick snippet of wisdom and humour for you to listen to during your busy day.De către mattwq
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