Embodying non-violent Communication?
What is needed in this very moment? A similar question marks the beginning of a chapter in David K. Weinstock’s book, “Becoming What You Need – Practices for Embodying Nonviolent Communication.” I encountered this concept unexpectedly during a retreat on a sunny November afternoon, in a workshop that was not originally on our agenda. Under […]
Overcoming One’s “Immunity to Change”
“What could I change about myself to have a positive effect on my life?” This question accompanied me on my journey to Berlin, where I participated in the “Immunity to Change” workshop by Johannes Willms, who directly learned the concept from Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey. My desire for change that I wanted to work […]
Team Development
In work environments characterized by diversity and complexity, decision-making is a real challenge. One method that offers a solution to this problem is systemic consensus. What is Systemic Consensus? Systemic consensus is a decision-making method aimed at finding solutions that all group members at least agree with. It is not a competition for the most […]
Utilizing collegial counseling for Change Management
In a rapidly changing work environment, the ability to speak up, ask for help, and admit mistakes is crucial. However, these actions can only happen when employees feel secure—when they trust that their colleagues will listen, support them, and provide constructive feedback. How Collegial Counseling Can Foster Psychological Safety Over the past years, I have […]
Beyond Gap Analysis with Systemic Approaches
Not long ago, I had a conversation about a team development process with an HR expert who suggested starting with a gap analysis. In this blog post, I explore systemic approaches that can be used instead. Understanding Systemic Thinking The strength of systemic thinking lies in its ability to: The Limitations of Traditional Gap Analysis […]
The Roots of Optimistic Self-Responsibility
In different phases and trainings of my coaching education, I encountered the concept of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), developed by Insoo Kim Berg and Steve de Shazer. This approach has reshaped therapeutic and coaching practices by emphasizing solutions over problems and possibilities over limitations. I call the core idea optimistic self-responsibility. Five Pillars of Optimistic […]
From personal responsibility to self-responsibility
Personal responsibility, as we traditionally understand it in organizations, often focuses on the conscientious fulfillment of assigned tasks within defined boundaries. It stems from a rather mechanistic view of organizations, where people are primarily seen as role-bearers. This perspective increasingly reaches its limits in our complex present. Joana Breidenbach and Bettina Rollow compellingly demonstrate in […]
Leading from Within: Authentic Leadership
Explore how understanding your inner team can help you develop a more authentic and effective leadership style.
Building Psychological Safety in Teams
Discover how inner team work can contribute to creating psychologically safe environments where teams can thrive.
Identifying Your Inner Critics and Advocates
Learn how to recognize the different voices within your inner team and how they influence your decisions and behaviors.