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#Abzolutely


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What it is

To promote Aberdeen city as a region and place to live, work and visit, the Chamber of Commerce have worked with Inspire Aberdeen to produce this narrative and toolkit. It is full of beautiful contemporary photos of Aberdeen, showing it as a modern transforming city.

www.abzolutely.com is an open source online toolkit to help you do this. The site is presented in three sections.

The home page is accessed by clicking on the Abzolutely logo (top left) and will give you a flavour of the type of information available.

The Narrative section (click through top right) contains the full story broken down into four chapters: Global city, Great place, Investing in our future and Renaissance region with supporting facts. The text can be easily copied and pasted.

And the Toolkit tab is where the main action is containing videos, photography, case studies, artwork, logos, presentation slides and more. To get your hands on the full suite of resources, all we ask is that you provide your name, organisation and email address. The registration form can be found on the toolkit tab. Once your account is created you will have full access to the current materials and we plan to update it regularly to reflect all that’s going on in the region.

Please share it as widely as possible among your networks- we want this to go viral.

Why I found it useful

This toolkit is intended as a resource that can be used by anyone who wants to promote and celebrate the city region. If you’re passionate about the area and want some facts and examples to talk it up, these resources are for you.

Hello world. This is Aberdeen. Aberdeen has a new story to tell. Over the next couple of years Aberdeen and the wider area around it are celebrating a series of events, investments and new openings that show how broad, modern and vibrant our great city region is. Together, we want to take a new and positive look at the area, its future and how people and organisations from all walks of life and all sectors are working as never before to make sure the great city region that we love gets even better and stronger. The narrative section of the hub has the story we want to tell across four chapters with some standout statistics and facts. The toolkit section contains images, videos and documents you can use to spread the word.

Who might find this useful?

People who work in graphics, design, engagement. 

How long does it take?

Quick and easy to navigate

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Post-it app for smart devices


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What it is

Stop spending hours transcribing notes after a brainstorm; download the free Post-it® App. Now you can instantly capture and save your work so you can share notes with the with the team without recaps or delays.

Why I found it useful

I used to spend ages typing up post-its after facilitating a session. Or scanning in post-its. This app means you can take one photo of a flip-chart of post-its, the app turns it into a powerpoint presentation and every single post-it is an individual JPEG that you can move around independently. 

Who might find this useful?

Anyone who has ever faced dealing with hundreds of post-its after a meeting or workshop! 

How long does it take?

You can download the Post it app in a couple of minutes then start using to cut down the time it takes to type up notes. 

https://www.post-it.com/3M/en_US/post-it/ideas/app/

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Appreciative Inquiry Resource Pack


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What it is

Appreciative Inquiry is a way of looking at organisational change that focuses on doing more of what is already working. 

Why I found it useful

Useful information and resources

Who might find this useful?

This resource is for anyone who wishes to use an Appreciative Inquiry approach to support service improvement or redesign. 

How long does it take?

45 minute – 1 hour read

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Autism Presentation


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2 minute read

What it is

Curriculum Resources and Information Service(CRIS) is  located in Lochside Academy.  Please telephone 01224 241760 on arrival at the school entrance and a member of CRIS staff will welcome you and give you access to the building.

CRIS has a fantastic range of resources to support the education of children aged 3- 14 in Aberdeen City and membership is available to Aberdeen City Council staff and partner organisations. 

Visitors are very welcome !

Why I found it useful

Great resource for all education staff. 

Who might find this useful?

Anyone who wants a better experience at work! 

https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/libraries-and-archives/library-services/curriculum-resources-and-information-service-cris

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Curriculum Resources and Information Service (CRIS)


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What it is

Curriculum Resources and Information Service(CRIS) is  located in Lochside Academy.  Please telephone 01224 241760 on arrival at the school entrance and a member of CRIS staff will welcome you and give you access to the building.

CRIS has a fantastic range of resources to support the education of children aged 3- 14 in Aberdeen City and membership is available to Aberdeen City Council staff and partner organisations. 

Visitors are very welcome !

Why I found it useful

Great resource for all education staff. 

Who might find this useful?

Education staff

https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/libraries-and-archives/library-services/curriculum-resources-and-information-service-cris

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Concise Aberdeen Local Outcome Improvement Plan


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What it is

An aspirational report which reaffirms Aberdeen City Council’s commitment to its citizens is now available in a summarised format to encourage people of all ages to find out more.

Why I found it useful

In a concise, easy-read format – it identifies how Community Planning Aberdeen – a multi-agency partnership – will work together to ensure Aberdeen is a place where all people can prosper, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Who might find this useful?

Anyone with an interest in helping to make Aberdeen a place for all to prosper

How long does it take?

5 minute read

6 pages

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Workforce Plan


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What it is

The Workforce Plan is Aberdeen City Council’s strategy for developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours of our workforce so that we are all working within and around the Guiding Principles.  

Why I found it useful

It shows the vision and direction of workforce development to deliver the Target Operating Model. 

Who might find this useful?

Leaders, managers and anyone with an interest in the development of people

How long does it take?

30 minute read.

20 pages long. 

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People & Organisation is the new name for HR & Organisational Development. 

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15 Epic Change Management Fails


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What it is

Short video outlining some of the biggest failures that get in the way of change!

Why I found it useful

Valued reflection on my personal practice and how to better support others though change.

Who might find this useful?

Anyone who’s involved in leading or supporting change – or generally interested in how to do change better.

How long does it take?

Watch it in 2 minutes, 37 seconds 

Watch it here

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23 Things – University of Edinburgh


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What it is

The University of Edinburgh’s 23 Things for Digital Knowledge is an award winning (LILAC Credo Digital Literacy Award 2017) self-directed course, run by Information Services Group. The programme seeks to expose you to a range of digital tools for your personal and professional development including online safety, blogging, social media and more.

Why I found it useful

Provides access and opportunity to develop a wide range of digital skills and increase confidence. 

Who might find this useful?

Anyone can participate in 23 Things for Digital Knowledge by reading through the content and completing each of the Things in their own time.

How long does it take?

The course was structured to be presented across twelve weeks with each week containing 2 Things (except week 11 which only has 1 Thing).

The aim is for you to spend a little time each week building up and expanding your skills.

http://www.23things.ed.ac.uk/

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