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Tag: North Island

David Horne

Palmerston North – [email protected] – 021 712 573 What people appreciate about me Friendly Not Moody Know my stuff What is important to me Family Friendship Computing Strong Work Ethic Reliability Honesty Supportive Environment Enjoying Life Sunshine How best to support me Don’t Rush the Process Laughter Team Work

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Denise Foulds

Palmerston North – [email protected] – 022 016 6092 What people appreciate about me Outgoing – likes to meet people Lateral thinker – actively looks for solutions Great sense of humour always looks for the positive and doesn’t give up Has an eye for detail What is important to me My family and friends Being part of a team and working together Having a list and completing tasks solving problems Starting to garden being a good friend and support person A member of marching team Time to do some personal stuff How to support me People...

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Roz Lumsden

Palmerston North – [email protected] – 027 293 4311 What people appreciate about me Integrity Loyalty Fairness Practical A good listener Considerate What is important to me People: Working in an environment with people who share same values and vision. Being part of a supportive and creative team. Trust and honesty Social justice Projects: To be part of a team that supports the development of new opportunities for individuals. Open and honest communication. Having clear boundaries between work and my private life, and people being respectful...

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Karolynne Potini

Tararua, Manawatū – [email protected] – 021 713 158 What people appreciate about me Caring Supportive Reliable Organised Approachable What is important to me my family, time with my children and grandchildren work /life balance Having me time, I need to unwind—dressing gown days Being organised How to best support me at work being in a positive working environment To have clear expectations about my job, my roles and responsibilities I am a half glass full person and it helps me enormously when people look for solutions and not problems

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Sara McGregor

Manawatū – [email protected] – 021 702 723 What people appreciate about me Out going Reliable Good sense of Flexible Friendly What makes me happy Family Pets Being at home Doing things at my own pace How to best support me Keep me informed Be friendly I’m a visual learner- show me don’t tell me

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Debra Broughton

Manawatū – [email protected] – 027 497 7128 What people appreciate about me Approachable Reliable Good listener Caring and compassionate Interested in others Enjoy a laugh What is important to me My family Being reliable and following through Talking to clarify my thoughts Enjoying my job Fairness How best to support me at work? Knowing what is expected of me Being open, honest and fair I appreciate gentle reminders Knowing that there is no such thing as a stupid question

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Karen Baddiley

Kāpiti – [email protected] – 022 072 8076 What people appreciate about me Welcoming Kind Sense of humour Good listener Organised Professional Friendly Down to earth Knowledgeable What is important to me Being organised To be respectful and to be respected Honest & open communication Flexibility To be kept busy – have a project Learning new skills I don’t like conflict Friendships How to support me Be honest and open with me Don’t be late A calm & happy work place Allow me to have my radio on Gentle reminders “Think...

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Angela Wright

Wellington, Porirua, Kāpiti, Horowhenua – [email protected] – 027 201 9173 What people appreciate about me I’m truly interested in hearing people’s stories, ideas and life experiences. I care about people having a good quality of life (not just the people I like). I am good at supporting people solve problems in a way that works for them. My determination to fight for the underdog. I am good at expressing ideas in writing. People find it easy to be themselves around me. What is important to me Justice and equality. I believe everyone deserves to enjoy their life. It...

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Bronwyn Erickson

Hawkes Bay – [email protected] – 027 536 6013 What people appreciate about me Easy going approachable nature Honesty Integrity Passion for the disability sector Doesn’t easily give up (especially for people wanting to make change or seeking work) My sense of justice and passion for people’s rights What is important to me Christianity A peaceful, harmonious home life, a work in progress with two young boys in the house! Spending time with family Regular exercise (but I go through periods where I hate it and need encouragement) Nurturing my friendships/keeping...

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