Personal Narrative: My Past Work Experience

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I have always been interested in learning and using new ideas. Throughout my life, I have invariably drawn from my life experiences, newly learned ideas and my continuing education to help problem-solve sensibly and realistically allowing me to move forward or help others reach their goals.

Although I have no formal teaching experience, in my past work and involvement in organized sports, I have repeatedly used the Progressive philosophy. When dealing with 13 & 14 year olds many situations arise such as bullying, personality clashes or simply not understanding a drill or play. I deal with these situations by asking questions to stimulate a discussion, allowing them to draw on past experiences; positive or negative, consequently allowing them to come up with a solution or grasp the knowledge they are seeking.
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When introducing something new there is always potential for resistance. When rolling out new policies or procedures, I would do things gradually over a period of time, involving the employees in discussion periods, allowing them the opportunity to ask questions, give feedback and gain a better understanding as to why the process or policy is changing. By taking a gradual practical approach and involving employees in the process, created employee confidence, allowing the changes to take place smoothly and the company to move forward in

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