tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post5925190041456433377..comments2023-10-30T08:58:17.723+00:00Comments on Simplicity: Friend of Simplicity - Ken DaintonUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-53372777877028778952009-10-09T06:58:19.550+01:002009-10-09T06:58:19.550+01:00Many thanks for the responses.I am amazed at the i...Many thanks for the responses.I am amazed at the interest & embarrassed/flattered by them.<br /><br />One, of course,still goes on learning & I wish I knew then what I know now & was able to put into practice.<br /><br />I find it fascinating being in this position now watching the mistakes which senior people make,albeit with the best of intentions.<br /><br />Why don't we/they learn by talking to those who have gone before? <br /><br />Is it arrogance,insecurity,lack of thought or organisation or maybe lack of time? A mixture I guess.<br /><br />Thanks again to all who have made comments - I value them.Ken Daintonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-79480709957427211302009-10-07T21:04:20.898+01:002009-10-07T21:04:20.898+01:00John - I agree about trains - I am very impressed ...John - I agree about trains - I am very impressed with rail travel in the UK - much better than the image often portrayed in my personal experience. And the food is definitely better than a few years ago - particularly on Virgin Trains - there is no surprise in that of course with Sir Richard in charge :-)Trevor Gayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01148705981847576706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-86288412085008640272009-10-07T19:22:04.684+01:002009-10-07T19:22:04.684+01:00Another good interview, Trevor! And except for the...Another good interview, Trevor! And except for the food trains are the best way to travel.JOHN O'LEARYhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13224573243221385179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-16397589336401678732009-10-06T22:32:57.569+01:002009-10-06T22:32:57.569+01:00JK, Mark and Scott- thanks so much for your commen...JK, Mark and Scott- thanks so much for your comments. <br /><br />I've been on the road - or to be more accurate - on the trains for 8 of the last 9 days and the next two weeks looks pretty much the same as I travel round England working - but hey - sleep is over rated :-)<br /><br />Ken will respond in due course but thanks for the kind things you say about him - he is indeed a great mentor and a great friend. A real source of wisdom.Trevor Gayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01148705981847576706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-14543686050600510052009-10-06T14:14:46.364+01:002009-10-06T14:14:46.364+01:00Trevor,
Great interview. A great mentor to boot! ...Trevor,<br /><br />Great interview. A great mentor to boot! As I was reading the interview, a professor came to mind that mentored me during college. The professor provided a unique way to look at problems to develop solutions. The professor also understood the dynamics of politics, grants, and funds to support his labs. Even though he had to work in a very organized "system", he never let the "system" affect his passion and dedication to research.<br /><br />Ken seems to have a wonderful balance about him...something JK touched on. What's most interesting about Ken is that he understands the landscapes of yesterday and today, and while he doesn't try to reconcile them, he places great value on what a manager needs to be successful in today's environment. <br /><br />You have continually surrounded yourself with good, caring people. Nice to share in some of the seeds of your success!Scott Petershttp://www.droppingalmonds.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-64134395618378926262009-10-05T09:14:07.743+01:002009-10-05T09:14:07.743+01:00I very much agree with the comment that the NHS ne...I very much agree with the comment that the NHS needs to be, "...explicit in what services it provides." Implicit in this is the recognition that we need to have a debate about what the NHS does NOT do. All too often, politicians and commentators come up with the usual bland statements about the universality of the system. But, as Ken points out, this creates a massive funding issue.<br /><br />We need to start the difficult process of debating what the NHS can't do and what it can do but for a charge. And then start the extremely difficult task of implementing it.Mark JFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02236513919422053237noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-82059628507213476442009-10-05T04:08:30.224+01:002009-10-05T04:08:30.224+01:00Trevor,
At the outset I would like to classify th...Trevor,<br /><br />At the outset I would like to classify this interview with Ken Dainton as an "Exotic" one.<br /><br />1. It is indeed quite amazing to note that you have a long lasting friendship with Ken apart from being a True Mentor of yours.-Keep it Up Trevor. And you in turn keep your Mentor in high esteem referring to his wisdom,,guidance, experience, kindness etc.that have influenced you most.I am personally thrilled to know this.<br /><br />2.A clean and highly appreciative track record of study, career and growth. A true worker can never retire that's why Ken still continue to work, indeed and excellent attitude to be followed.<br /><br />3.An apt answer from ken. Its rather difficult to pick, choose and name of people(Leaders) who have made work as their hobby and was a cause of support and growth of others. I do agree with Ken.<br /><br />4. For your question on opinions about UK, NHS, Ken has answered openly and frankly without any fear and favouritism which is a rare phenomena, according to me.<br /><br />5.As rightly mentioned by Ken doctoring undoubtedly is a tough job with out any other detraction and divertions., but requires to play a vital role keeping in mind various aspects brought out by Ken, and I really like this and would like to classify as "Excellent advice".<br /><br />6."Personal attribute necessary" are key words used by Ken followed by sharp learning curve.....................................................<br />A truly justifiable answer.<br /><br />7.Yes. Time is a big factor in identifying the difference in management of organisations and Ken has explained in spic & span in crisp.<br /><br />8.Great advice to young Managers by Ken and a very good and essential to be a really good and worthwhile Managers.<br /><br />9.Natural optimism is one the finer and great qualities in a person and Ken has expressed it in then beginning of his answer with good tips.<br /><br />Trevor, really brilliant questions equated with brilliant answers from Ken.<br /><br />With Beast Regards to You & ken.<br /><br />J.K.J.KANNANhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18290750197578710041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-44248599151457241752009-10-04T16:37:30.280+01:002009-10-04T16:37:30.280+01:00Thanks Dave and Dan - very kind comments from you ...Thanks Dave and Dan - very kind comments from you both.<br /><br />Ken is indeed a brilliant mentor and he is far too modest to say as much - so I say it for him!<br /><br />Ken will reply in due course I'm sure.Trevor Gayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01148705981847576706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-46926205876836039162009-10-04T16:18:01.538+01:002009-10-04T16:18:01.538+01:00Nothing like giving a shout-out for a mentor that ...Nothing like giving a shout-out for a mentor that positively influenced (influences) your career and in turn multiple aspects of your life. Sounds like Ken's the kind of mentor that is so rare (if not missing entirely) for far too many people.<br /><br />Great interview. I always enjoy reading these.Dan Gunterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08558728437011171686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533912.post-80763327519498412652009-10-04T13:37:14.623+01:002009-10-04T13:37:14.623+01:00Trevor,
A most excellent interview indeed! Ken&#...Trevor,<br /><br />A most excellent interview indeed! Ken's point that that recruiting managers outside of the field is an interesting and excellent one. Many public school districts have in the past have hired retired military officers with good to great results in most cases. <br /><br />Looks as if you had the benefit of having a great mentor!Dave Wheelernoreply@blogger.com