
GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL
For the last 2 years, Matt has enjoyed giving his PeppTalks and Workshops to help support the amazing medical teams at Great Ormond Street
I manage a team of nurses on a busy day unit at Great Ormond Street Hospital. We see up to 50 families a day at a time when they are very anxious and sometimes angry and upset. Like many NHS units we have undergone many changes in the past two years. Although this has brought us together it has also been very challenging and stressful.
We learned that we each, as individuals, have the power to make or break our own day. The morning flew by and it was obvious that the team were totally engaged throughout. Everyone discussed how they felt calmer but more energised by the session. There has definitely been a more positive atmosphere on the unit since that morning. I am not sure what we were expecting but Matt’s session was absolutely perfect!
At a time when we are looking at how we can look after staff, trying to retain them and reduce sickness I think Matt’s sessions are invaluable, it has enabled me to give my amazing team more confidence, assertiveness and a well-earned boost of morale.
Thank you Matt!