Beyond the Facts: Mastering Communication in ANY Resource Management System
In resource management, the ability to communicate effectively is just as critical as technical expertise. Whether engaging with stakeholders, guiding policy decisions, or presenting expert evidence, the way we convey information shapes perceptions, influences decisions, and ultimately determines the success of our work.
It's Time for a Change!
As the newest member of the Brighta Consulting whānau, I have a lot to be excited about and thankful for. Despite the enormous changes taking place in the Resource Management world, there are great people to work with and opportunities for growth, resilience, and progress to embrace. I wanted to take a moment to share a bit about me and how I became a Strategic Environmental Consultant with Brighta.
Too many cooks in the kitchen??
I spend a lot of time thinking about efficiencies that can be gained in council’s resource consent processes. Probably too much time!
With the spotlight on ‘red tape’, and overhauling the RMA (again), we can be distracted from the day-to-day realities for how resource consents play out on the ground.
How to tell a story: Graphics vs Words
I've always been interested in how to share and communicate information effectively. Since joining Brighta, creating infographics has been a surprisingly rewarding experience, revealing a whole new side of myself!
Is discretion a problem or a problem-solver?
There is a common thread across all the projects that I’m working on at the moment – the role of discretion in resource management decision-making.