#15 What's the overlap between Personal and Professional Development?
Feb 18, 2019
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International Organisational Development expert Phil Mix joins the hosts to discuss the overlap between personal and professional development. They explore the impact of family dynamics on work relationships, the significance of emotional intelligence, and the importance of continuous self-discovery. The conversation delves into transformative workshop experiences, reflections on leadership development, and personal growth through challenging situations.
Professional development is intertwined with personal growth, leading to a better understanding of self.
Acknowledging personal triggers and projections is crucial for effective professional interventions and client relationships.
Deep dives
The Connection Between Personal and Professional Work
Phil Micks discusses the interplay between personal and professional work, highlighting how his journey into personal self-awareness revealed connections between his choices in work environments and unresolved personal issues. Through an experience in a workshop, he discovered how his family dynamics influenced his interactions, leading to a new perspective on his professional interventions and motivations.
Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Work Dynamics
Phil recalls a pivotal moment where a workshop experience exposed his unconscious projections and emotional triggers in professional settings. This realization prompted a shift from focusing on influencing others to understanding his own impact, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and authenticity in effectively working with individuals.
The Importance of Integrating Personal and Professional Growth
Phil shares how blending personal and professional development enhances one's ability to navigate complex work dynamics. By delving into family dynamics, unresolved personal issues, and reflective practices, he underscores the significance of personal growth in shaping successful professional interventions and fostering deeper client relationships.
In this episode Priya and John are joined by International Organisational Development expert Phil Mix for a raw and open conversation about how all professional development is really personal development. The episode takes a deep and honest look at what it takes to step in and do your own work. A deeply touching experience for both Priya and John
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