Simon Watts

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Adjunct Associate Professor, Institute for Regional Futures at University of Newcastle

Greater Sydney Area, Australia

Overview

Simon Watts is a policy and planning expert, serving as Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Newcastle and Social and Cultural Planning Manager at Inner West Council. With a PhD in the field, he focuses on creating innovative solutions for community challenges. He has been described by colleagues as an "astute operator. "

Simon is deeply passionate about public service and community well-being, with interests in NSW government initiatives and the Rural Fire Service. His commitment extends to championing volunteering, supporting community exchange programs, and advocating for disability inclusion, reflecting a strong dedication to building an equitable society.

His stated passion is "learning for policy innovation, " a principle that guides his academic work and his role in shaping community-focused public policy.

Personality Overview

Informal

Believer

Enthusiastic

They are friendly, approachable and love to make new connections.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.

Topics They Care About

Policy Innovation
His career is centered on creating novel policy solutions for community challenges, a subject he has explored both academically and in his government roles.
Disability Inclusion
Previously directed disability inclusion for NSW and consistently promotes initiatives that support employability and societal inclusion for people with disabilities.
Community Volunteering
Has led state-level initiatives to develop volunteering and actively promotes programs designed to connect volunteers with community organizations.

Media Appearances

Simon has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2024
Adjunct Associate Professor, Institute for Regional Futures at University of Newcastle
4-2018
Social and Cultural Planning Manager at Inner West Council
1-2012 - 12-2017
Director, Disability Inclusion and Volunteering at Department of Family and Community Services (NSW)
10-2010 - 1-2012
Director at Operations Research Australia Pty Ltd
11-2008 - 9-2010
Principal Consultant at Elton Consulting

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from University of Newcastle
1997 - 1998
Master of Policy Studies from UNSW

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Exp : 16 Location : Greater Sydney Area, Australia Job Level : Middle Designation : Adjunct Associate Professor, Institute for Regional Futures at University of Newcastle
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Insights For Selling To Simon

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Do some small talk, ask them how things are going on their side
  • Share some stories about how you you have helped people in similar positions succeed
  • Be friendly and entertaining in your conversation

DONT's

  • Avoid ifs and buts, don’t talk too much about the risks etc.
  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Avoid cutting into their flow

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Simon is

  • Relationship and rapport can play an important role, sometimes more than the other factors.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Simon

  • They will probably never say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Simon move?

  • They are not the quickest decision makers, their friendly attitude could be misleading.
  • Can Simon take some risk or not?

  • They may take certain risks that they deem unlikely of personal repercussions.

You And Simon

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