Last Friday, I had the privilege of participating in the ISPSO Symposium in Sofia. It was an enriching experience, filled with engaging presentations and valuable conversations. Dr. Stanley Gold`s keynote was particularly thought-provoking. Building on Freud's "Civilisation and its Discontents," he explored the balance between individual freedoms and societal demands. He emphasised that organisations must embrace reality's complex, multi-dimensional nature and be open to transformation. Key Takeaways: - Understanding conflicts within organisations. - Risks of sterility in organisations avoiding change and innovation. - Continuous scrutiny and adaptation to maintain organisational vitality. I also attended a compelling paper session titled "Tension in Groups: The Developmental Conflict in Groups," presented by Conrad S Chrzanowski and moderated by Sarah Wynick. This session delved into Wilfred Bion's ideas on group dynamics. Key Insights: - Understanding Freud's "narcissism of minor differences." - The impact of developmental conflict on group cohesion and productivity. - Strategies to manage and contain these conflicts to foster innovation and growth. The event was a fantastic opportunity to learn and make new connections. Thank you for the enriching conversations Manfred Kets de Vries, Mark Stein, Rachel Ellison MBE, Martin Ringer, Anna-Kristin David, Courtney Rennicke, Ph.D., Joanne Fitzgerald, Abigail Johnson, Rolene Fain, Ekaterina Shapovalova #ISPSO2023 #Leadership #OrganisationalDevelopment #Freud #Bion #GroupDynamics #Innovation #Growth #LeadFitGlobal
Thank you Aneta. It was a pleasure to meet you, talk and think with you.
Was amazing to meet you too! And a fabulous rich brain filling week!
Congratulations, Aneta! Always on top of your game. :)
It was a rich conference and it was good to meet you, Aneta! Looking forward to grow our connections further!
Organization and Role Consultant| Executive Coach| Personal & Professional Change and Transitions
5moLook forward to getting to know you better! Greetings from Berlin