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nations of the UK. We will continually relate the ‘big’ topics to everyday leadership
behaviours and actions for doctors and clinicians of all disciplines.
If you believe in the moral and professional responsibility to understand the system, then
this is an ideal place to start or to refresh your thinking. The next challenge is to apply
your knowledge and keep it up-to-date.
We use this book to support learning at the following courses, which present the
opportunity to further develop your ideas and understanding via interaction with your
peers:
• Everyday Medical Leadership & The NHS – a one-day course
• Day three of our 3 Day Leadership & Management Course for Doctors
1.03 Your current perceptions
As you work through this book you will be encouraged to clarify facts, making your
personal thoughts and feelings regarding the NHS and your current circumstances
explicit. This should place you in good stead for being able to discuss topical issues with
others as and when the need arises. So, let’s start by thinking of a few words which
describe your thoughts and feelings about the NHS.
If, for example, you were to state a selection of words to describe something that you
have an interest in then it may be along the following lines:
•
Up to five words to describe your thoughts and feelings about Premier Football
League Football (or your national equivalent):
o Elite; exciting; luxury; over-priced; prima-donnas.
•
Up to five words to describe your thoughts and feelings about the BBC
o Independent; vital; diverse; at-risk; quality.
•
Up to five words to describe your thoughts and feelings about whales:
o Spectacular; powerful, mysterious; intelligent; endangered.
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