I don't create the rules, I just enforce them.

What if you could get a do-over after 25 years in your career?

Derrick Hoare spend the majority of his career as a health care administrator and manager of long-term care and assisted living homes.

He describes his problem-solving style as 'Carrot and stick', an 'us vs. them' conflict management style. After 25 years, he retired but often thought he would have liked to have approached problem solving differently. When he was offered the opportunity to return to work operating nine assisted living homes, he decided to do just that.

Today Derrick is a Chef and proprietor of The Table Culinary Studio. Join us as we discuss his career in health care, the evolution of his management and conflict resolution style, what he learned that he brought to his current work and... that 'C' word.

About my guest:

As far back as Chef Derrick Hoare can remember, he has always chosen a unique path. His search for the eclectic has led me in a number of wonderful directions and to some very satisfying places. He has spent the majority of his adult life in the service of seniors, has played professional sports, flown planes, mediated labour disputes, acted in TV and movies, and trained as a Chef. Derrick is the proprietor and Chef of the award-winning culinary studio The Table. Learn more about The Table and Derrick at: https://thetablepei.com/about

Tune in as we chat about:

Us vs. Them management style Building your Good Will Bank The 6 styles of conflict resolution

In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: How To Create A Collaborative Workplace- A Step-by-Step Guide