DJ Cronin (Diarmuid) Recommendations and comments

 

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"DJ - I am so pleased that I was able to make such a difference in your professional journey. You’ve achieved so much in the ensuing 22 years and have become a leading voice for the sector who I am in sure has encouraged others to stay in their work. Best of all, we remain good friends!"

"Thanks for articulating what many of us are feeling." -Martin J

"So happy to see you story. Beautiful to share."

"I am not sure “What’s Next?” All that we can do is to learn as much as we can, embrace technology, share ideas, think outside the box, be adaptable, resilient, strong, wise, brave and be a leader to inspire others. Whatever we do we must evolve." - Wendy

"Great post! No fluff, straight to the point and so fact-filled it’s hard to comment without repeating the point you’ve already made.

Good stuff!
Peace" - Pete

"This is my takeaway " I can embrace change but I prefer embracing humans. " Love it!!!"

"Way to go. Totally concur.
Wise words Diarmuid Cronin.
Keep talking." - Joan

"By combining your determination and our experience! What can our sector learn from this powerful sentiment?

"Change is inevitable if we are to survive from the brink of self-destruction through indifference to the profound negative ecological effect that humans have had on the environment we need to do the following
 Be open to new ideas
 Embrace positive change
 Listen to those who are passionate about saving the environment, especially the young; they are the now and the future. They are our hope for the future.
 Utilize the experience of the sector to support the change makers.
 Think outside your own world, think big picture for all humanity.
 Take Action; make an impact that brings these issues to the forefront of the focus of our decision makers."

"As I read your posts, I'm just blown away at your drive." - Jen

"Love this speech DJ - you have given me inspiration!" - Lucy

"Thank you for sharing this heartfelt post." - Panharith 

"Great to get your picture of helping in the disaster DJ. I have a particular interest in emergency management and would really like you to give an analysis of what worked / what didn't and why, especially in regard of spontaneous volunteers, if they were involved."

"Thank you for sharing this heartfelt post. The human spirit really shines in times of need." 

"Thanks for your efforts. Keep up the good work" - Srithan.

"The Sector is very fortunate to have someone like you who gets it and cares. Thank you, DJ, for your candid comments."

"Thanks for sharing information. Your blog has always been a source of great tips." Simple Acts of Kindness Organisation 

"These are great words, well written and thoughtful."

"Two quotes come to mind when I read your post.

"Be the change you want to see in the world." Mahatma Gandhi

"To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world."- Bill Wilson

"Your speech was a great inspiration for my speech that I am giving to the volunteers who assist Senior Citizens within our program!! Thank you so very much for your awesome presentation!! AA at the Golden Age Center, USA"

"DJ - DJ At last you have surfaced and not surprisingly - "BACK WITH A BANG"!! "

"Giving a speech today at the bank where I work, thanking volunteers. Great resource. Thanks"

"I have just discovered your blog. Very impressive!"

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1. DJ Cronin | The Mindful Leader

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A blog about Volunteering, Volunteerism, Volunteer Management and Leadership. Irish born, DJ Cronin commenced volunteering for organisations at the ag...more
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  • • "I know DJ Cronin from my days at Australian Red Cross in Brisbane (2016). While working with him as a volunteer for almost a year, I saw many remarkable aspects in his persona.
      DJ has an excellent ability to connect with people immediately. His communication is clear and reaches to every individual most effectively. He shows utmost respect to people from all cultures and backgrounds, tries to understand everyone's perspective and seeks to learn all the time. He is forthright in his opinions and a team man to the core. He goes out of his way to help people around him and always explores ways to make things better.
      As a Manager and leader of teams, "Captain Cronin" commands a lot of respect and loyalty. To my knowledge anyone who worked with him has only positive things to say about him. Apart from being an excellent motivator, DJ is also astute at drawing the best out of individuals. He would allot tasks to people based on their skillset and strengths, particularly while setting up a process. Once the process got stable and did well, he would coordinate "cross training", in that he would make the expert of one aspect train the other members of the team and allot the task to multiple people. This helped a lot in managing the workload and nullified the dependency on a particular individual for expertise.
      DJ took many initiatives in his workspace and usually was a trusted man when other departments were in need. He would inevitably involve his entire team in strategizing an event or a project, plan to the last detail and ensure that the execution was perfect. He would be ready for 'Plan B' for contingencies. He was brilliant in resource management and selecting sub-teams for specific agenda.
      It has been an absolute delight and privilege to have known him both as a person and as a manager. He is a positive influence everywhere and an asset to any Organisation.
      I strongly recommend him and wish him success in every venture." Raghu
      I know DJ Cronin from my days at Australian Red Cross in Brisbane (2016). While working with him as a volunteer for almost a year, I saw many remarkable aspects in his persona. DJ has an excellent ability to connect with people immediately. His communication is clear and reaches to every individual most effectively. He shows utmost respect to people from all cultures and backgrounds, tries to understand everyone's perspective and seeks to learn all the time. He is forthright in his opinions and a team man to the core. He goes out of his way to help people around him and always explores ways to make things better. As a Manager and leader of teams, "Captain Cronin" commands a lot of respect and loyalty. To my knowledge anyone who worked with him has only positive things to say about him. Apart from being an excellent motivator, DJ is also astute at drawing the best out of individuals. He would allot tasks to people based on their skillset and strengths, particularly while setting up a process. Once the process got stable and did well, he would coordinate "cross training", in that he would make the expert of one aspect train the other members of the team and allot the task to multiple people. This helped a lot in managing the workload and nullified the dependency on a particular individual for expertise. DJ took many initiatives in his workspace and usually was a trusted man when other departments were in need. He would inevitably involve his entire team in strategizing an event or a project, plan to the last detail and ensure that the execution was perfect. He would be ready for 'Plan B' for contingencies. He was brilliant in resource management and selecting sub-teams for specific agenda. It has been an absolute delight and privilege to have known him both as a person and as a manager. He is a positive influence everywhere and an asset to any Organisation. I strongly recommend him and wish him success in every venture.
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  • • "I had the opportunity to be a part of DJ's volunteer team at Greenslopes Private Hospital in 2012-2013. I found DJ to be an exceptional coordinator and great mentor who genuinely cared for the people he worked with. I had a wonderful experience during my time at GPH and it had a significant impact on my desire to become a health professional, and no doubt DJ played a major part in this. I believe DJ to be of exemplary character and have no hesitation in recommending him for any position." Nipuni
      
• • • "I've had the opportunity to work both with and for DJ over the last decade and can attest to his professionalism and commitment to whatever he turns his mind towards. He is a particularly passionate advocate for all things related to volunteers, volunteering and the field of volunteer engagement / leadership and a true 'leader of people'.
      
      I look forward to my continued connection with DJ and can recommend him as a quality person in the field." - AndyI've had the opportunity to work both with and for DJ over the last decade and can attest to his professionalism and commitment to whatever he turns his mind towards. He is a particularly passionate advocate for all things related to volunteers, volunteering and the field of volunteer engagement / leadership and a true 'leader of people'. I look forward to my continued connection with DJ and can recommend him as a quality person in the field.
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  • • "I worked with DJ for around 12 months when I volunteered at the Australian Red Cross in 2017. I could not have asked for a better mentor to guide me through my time as a Development and Engagement volunteer. DJ is passionate, driven, and supportive. With his sense of humour, and personable yet professional nature, he successfully led a team of enthusiastic and productive volunteers.
      
      From the perspective of someone who has volunteered with DJ, he is a fantastic mentor who genuinely cares about and supports all of his volunteers. He is incredibly knowledgeable about volunteer management, and skilled in leadership and community development. I certainly miss working with DJ, as he has given me a spark for volunteering that I will never lose!" - Dymphna
      
• • • "DJ is a great leader with his finger on the pulse of the community sector. His sincerity and passion for volunteer management is very inspiring and makes for a great guest speaker."