A look back at our inspiring november days
In mid-November, things got personal – in the best possible way. Colleagues came together for two days to explore transactional analysis and the personal development associated with it. Open, curious, and with plenty of room for exchange. The setting was just as special as the content: the training took place in the private home of our foundation board members and was led by Joachim and Theresa. The atmosphere was personal, warm, and far from anonymous. This fostered openness and a strong sense of community. Naturally, everyone pitched in: preparing meals, tidying up throughout the day, and closing down together. This shared action at eye level was a bonding experience and underlined what these days were really about: responsibility, togetherness, and appreciation.
Personal development meets transactional analysis
In terms of content, the focus was on introducing and deepening selected concepts of transactional analysis. In our view, these are best anchored when applied to oneself and one’s own development through dialogue with others. Terms like script, ego-states or motivation suddenly gained a very tangible connection to everyday life – both professionally and privately. While some were familiar with parts of the concepts we presented, they were new to others. What was new for everyone, was the shared perspective on these topics.
The subject of “script” was particularly intense: Which inner convictions, early learned patterns, and “inner programs” actually drive us? And how much do they influence our behavior in a team, our decisions or how we handle stress? For many, it was exciting – and sometimes challenging – to recognize these automatisms in themselves. This provided some topics that didn’t need to be resolved immediately but were allowed to remain consciously open.
Closely linked to this was the topic of motivation in the sense of basic needs. What do we really need to be motivated, satisfied and productive? Structure, recognition (strokes), stimulus? The answers varied – and that was exactly where the value lay. It became particularly interesting when we discussed the perception of the own organization in this context. Reflections took place both individually and at the team level.
Getting to know each other (even) better
A major benefit of this training was the opportunity to get to know each other on a new level. Away from roles, responsibilities, and project plans, space was created for personal insights, honest conversations, and surprising realizations. The mix of theoretical input and personal reflection made the time feel alive for us. There was discussion, laughter and deep reflection.
Personal development as part of our culture
These days have shown once again how important it is to create space for personal development – not as a mandatory program, but as an invitation. An invitation to get to know oneself better, to perceive others more consciously and to grow together.
Personal development doesn’t just strengthen each individual; it strengthens organizations as a whole. It fosters understanding, collaboration, and an open corporate culture.
