• Part 1: Jack-of-a-few-specialized-trades, master of…? (feat. Scott Moore)

  • Jan 30 2022
  • Length: 23 mins
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Part 1: Jack-of-a-few-specialized-trades, master of…? (feat. Scott Moore)

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  • When you look at job postings in the social sector, I think you'll notice an increased demand for those with some kind of specialization or credential. You rarely see postings that seek out a jack-of-all-trades. In this episode, I speak with Scott Moore, the Executive Director of Youth Unlimited Toronto, to get into the nuanced distinctions between specialists and generalists in the non-profit arena. One could say that we live in a day of specialists, people who provide a specific value add to the church or organization. In categorizing our programs and ministries, we need people who can fit nicely into those boxes to increase our impact on those targeted goals. But amidst this gradual shift, how do generalists find a place in this increasingly professionalized social sector? What gap is left when generalists are not valued as much as their specialized colleagues? How much should we factor in the person's calling and passion when it comes to community building? We obviously want someone to be qualified and trained, but how much specialization do we need when it comes to the social arena? And how much of the way we view specialization is dictated by a corporate and industrial worldview? This is the first of a three-part series with Scott where we delve into all sorts of organizational values that have guided his team throughout the years. Please check out the great work of Youth Unlimited Toronto! 
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