Leadership development from a systems psychodynamic consultancy stance.
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Authors
De Jager, W.
Cilliers, Frans
Veldsman, T.
Issue Date
2003
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Article
Language
en
Keywords
Leadership Development , Systems Psychodynamics
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Abstract
This research aims to measure the impact of a leadership development programme presented from the
systems psychodynamic stance. The aim was to develop psychoanalytically informed change leaders to lead
change and transformation in the continuously changing and transforming New Economy network
organisation. In order to do this, a group relations training programme was presented for 30 leaders.
Qualitative assessment using grounded theory during post-intervention focus groups interviewing indicated
the group’s awareness of psychodynamic leadership behaviour such as the regression towards frequent
pathological leadership personality characteristics, regression towards unconscious group- and organisational
processes such as the basic assumption group, the covert coalition and socially structured defense systems
against change and transformation. Insight was also gained in the new leadership role and the taking up of
personal authority in the network organisation that needs to function as a systemic whole. Limitations in the
study are noted and Recommendations are made to enhance change leader skills for leadership in the New
Economy network organisation.
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De Jager, W., Cilliers, F., & Veldsman, T. (2004). Leadership development from a systems psycho-dynamic consultancy stance. South African Journal of Human Resource Management, 1(3), 85-92.
Publisher
University of Johannesburg
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2071078X