83: Psychoanalysis and Humanising the Workplace with Gabriella Braun

Psychoanalysis and Humanising the
Workplace
Gabriella Braun, a renowned consultant and author, delves into
her fascinating journey, sharing her insights from her latest
book, All that we are: Uncovering the Hidden Truths Behind Our
Behaviour at Work. Gabriella discusses how psychoanalytic
principles can provide deep insights into organizational dynamics
and group behavior, influencing everything from leadership to
team cohesion. Her emphasis on emotional awareness highlights its
critical role in effective coaching, while she explores how
vulnerability in professional environments can foster stronger
connections and transform group interactions.
Gabriella underscores the importance of humanizing the workplace,
particularly in the face of rapid digitalization and societal
change. She reflects on the interplay between personal and
professional boundaries, noting how understanding these elements
can contribute to healthier organizations. Gabriella also touches
on societal issues, emphasizing the need for sensitivity and
awareness in addressing them within organizations.The discussion
centers on the broader theme of living a balanced, meaningful
life, where understanding human desire and behavior, curiosity,
and playfulness contribute not just to workplace success but to a
more connected, compassionate society.

Bio
Gabriella Braun is the Director of Working Well, a specialist
consultancy firm using psychoanalytic and systemic thinking to
help leaders and teams. She has consulted to hundreds of clients
including British Library, RADA, Tate, NHS Trusts, Schools,
Colleges, University of Cambridge and University of London. She
holds a masters's degree in Consulting to Organisations:
Psychoanalytic Approaches; and was a Principal Consultant with
the Tavistock Consultancy Service. She was on on Associate
Faculty of the Dynamics of Consulting Program (in US), and has
directed and held staff roles in numerous experiential workshops
about leadership and team dynamics in UK and abroad.