Organizational Values During Lockdown

The video introduces new members to Natural England, highlighting the positive timing due to new government policies and conservation opportunities. Despite COVID-19 restrictions, the organization encourages productivity and teamwork through virtual means. The Chief Executive, Mary Spain, welcomes new staff, emphasizing the organization's values of inclusivity, diversity, and integrity. She highlights the flexibility and opportunities for career growth within the organization, urging new members to connect with colleagues and embrace the mission of connecting people with nature.

What recent development has England experienced in terms of staffing?

• A temporary halt in recruitment

• A decrease in staff members

• An increase in staff members

• No change in staff numbers

What is the current challenge affecting work in Natural England?

• Lack of government support

• COVID-19 pandemic restrictions

• Shortage of resources

• Environmental disasters

What is the expected outcome of working together as a team despite remote conditions?

• Limited progress

• Reduced communication

• Increased isolation

• Much to be gained

How does the Chief Executive feel about the timing of joining Natural England?

• It's a challenging time with no opportunities

• It's a brilliant time with many opportunities

• It's a time of uncertainty and risk

• It's a time to focus on individual work

What new focus areas are highlighted for Natural England?

• Recovering nature and connecting people with nature

• Focusing solely on economic growth

• Increasing urban development

• Reducing staff numbers

What does the Chief Executive apologize for in the video?

• The length of the video

• The absence of visuals

• The production quality

• The lack of information

What is the new strategy for Natural England focused on?

• Focusing on financial growth

• Recovering nature and connecting people with nature

• Reducing staff workload

• Increasing urbanization

What is emphasized as a key organizational value during the lockdown?

• Profitability

• Diversity

• Independence

• Exclusivity

What should new members of Natural England focus on during the lockdown?

• Reaching out to colleagues

• Working independently

• Avoiding communication

• Focusing on personal projects

What is the Chief Executive's hope for new members regarding organizational values?

• To feel and drive their work with them

• To ignore them

• To replace them with personal values

• To question them