SABOtage?

As an organisational psychotherapist, my work primarily focuses on helping organisations surface and reflect on the shared assumptions and beliefs of the organisation – which we’ll refer to as SABO. In essence, SABO can be the invisible engine that drives an organisation forward or the lurking saboteur that keeps it hobbled. It’s my job to help folks identify, analyse, and transform the SABO to ensure their organisation’s success.

The impact of SABO can’t be overstated. In one form, it can undermine an organisation’s effectiveness, create a toxic work environment, and stifle innovation. On the other hand, a healthy SABO can enhance a company’s success by fostering a positive culture, promoting collaboration, and driving employee engagement. In some cases, SABO may not have a significant impact and simply exist as a neutral presence within an organisation.

My work involves inviting the organisation to delve deep into its collective psyche and help it uncover the underlying SABO that absolutely govern its behaviours. This can be achieved through a variety of methods, such as conducting surveys, facilitating focus groups, and observing and enquiring during daily interactions. Once the organisation has reached a point where it begins to understand its SABO, I hold the space in which its people can develop ways to address the deleterious aspects of their SABO, and amplify the positives.

A key part of my role is to facilitate open conversations about SABO within the organisation. By encouraging people to reflect on the SABO, they can begin to challenge and shift their perspectives, resulting in positive change.

Ultimately, my work as an organisational psychotherapist contributes to the overall health and success of the organisations I work with. By focusing on the SABO, together we can create a more productive, collaborative, and engaging work environment, enabling organisations to flourish.