These are 4 discussions posts responses, I need one response per post for a total of 4 responses. Must be APA format have at least 1 verifiable legitimate sources per response in-text citations, reference list . at least 150 words per responses

This is due by November 10, 2019 Sunday at 1 pm EST. Plagiarism free.

Discussion 1

#1

Carter

A problem solving culture gets together to handle to “root cause” of an incident, crises or disaster. The outcome is to come up with viable strategies on how to solve or prevent past, present and future hazards that might affect the area in which they live. A thorough analysis of all of the hazards that might affect their area is where the team should start. Then, they should make recommendations as to what needs to be done in order to assure the safety of all people. Such a culture can be integrated in various public safety organizations. A problem solving culture can be established in several ways.

-You can make sure that you have effective leadership.

-You can be up to date in the latest technology in public administration.

-You can develop policies that reflect today all hazards and have ready-appropriate responses to them.

-You can integrate your team with other operational organizations that will ensure an all-around safety team for you area.

In today’s society, encouraging all employees of the organization to participate is the best way to develop solutions to your problems. They need to be prepared and equipped to meet the problem-solving challenges. In turn, organizations should make substantial investments in developing the problem-solving skills of the employees. There is always more than one way to solve a problem. Having numbers working on that problem gives you more of an advantage in the decision-making process.

Reference;

Luckman, J & Verble, D. (2014) How a Problem-Solving Culture Takes Root

https://www.lean.org/LeanPost/Posting.cfm?LeanPostId=158

Satyendra. (March 19, 2016) Problems Solving Culture in the Organization

https://www.ispatguru.com/problem-solving-culture-in-the-organization/

#2

Chauca

A problem solving culture is established in a public organization only when they consistently seek out and solve their employees problems. For most people, that means undertaking a profound cultural change, which must begin from the top. Openness to talking about problems is important, talking about “issues” or “opportunities” rather than “problems” sounds like a good way to avoid sounding negative or critical. Great problem solving begins with the ability to acknowledge problems and a willingness to see them without judgment. Willingness to see problems wherever they may be is key to cultivating a problem solving culture. Before you can acknowledge a problem, you have to be aware of it. Identifying problems, particularly before they grow into a crisis, is a skill that can be learned. Understanding that small problems matter means most large organizations design their processes for managing big, top-down strategic interventions.

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Discussion 2

#1

Crouch

“Whatever your reason is for being drawn to this profession, please consider that the work you do does not just affect you, but informs the interactions, impressions and expectations of public servants overall” (Blessett, 2015) is a quote that shall be used to reflect upon goals in day to day public safety administration. Looking deeper into the understanding of this quote, it carries meaning that public safety administrators must take on responsibility of leaders for public servants working beneath them. The way in which a public safety administrator chooses to lead their subordinates carries a great impact on the way in which public servants carry out their work as well. Public safety leaders shall establish clear expectations and goals, as well as inspire and empower the public servants to have passion in the work in which they carry out. Public safety leaders can reflect upon the goals established in the quote in day-to-day administration of a public safety organization through using effective leadership strategies and creating a positive working environment for the public safety organization.

Blessett, B. (2015). Considerations for public administrators. PA Times. Retrieved from:

#2

Ryan

The essence of Blessett’s statement reflects the understanding that a public administrator is much more than just one’s self or individual jurisdiction. Instead, the work has significance in the public domain, which ripples long and far outside an individual. This sentiment is consistent with the United States Air Force’s motto of Service Before Self. Public administrators can best emulate that attitude when they lead with integrity, regardless of circumstances, and do not claim the outcome. The impact an administrator has may not always be by a single significant action, but instead, by the synergistic effect of many smaller actions. Bassett (2015) writes as much when she says, “Use choice points wisely. Consider the cumulative impacts of the many small decisions…your decisions will have a significant impact on the population served.”

Reference:

Blessett, B. (2015). Considerations for Public Administrators. PA Times. American Society For Public Administration. Retrieved from https://patimes.org/considerations-public-administrators-rainbow/