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The New State: Group Organization the Solution of Popular Government

This book delves into the concept of group organization as a potential solution for improving the functioning of democratic governance. It examines the role of collective action in shaping public policy and fostering effective representation of the populace. more

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Mary Parker Follett
Mary Parker Follett

Mary Parker Follett was an outstanding social worker, born on September 3, 1868, and died on December 18, 1933. Known for her innovative social work methods and leadership, she had a profound impact on the development of modern social work. more

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“many rules could be made for the giving of orders. Don't preach when you give orders. Don't discuss matters already settled unless you have fresh data. Make your direction so specific that there will be no question whether they have been obeyed or not. Find out how to give directions and yet to allow people opportunity for independent thinking, for initiative. And so on and so on. Order-giving requires just as much study and just as much training as any other skill we wish to acquire.”

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