Criticism of the Transactional Analysis theory This concept has been criticised, for more or less justifiable reasons. The theory itself incurs certain risks. Of the more frequently encountered risks, there is the simplification of relationship patterns, which can: tend to focus on the analysis of the...
This is the eagerly awaited sequel to Bourbeau’s bestseller, “Heal Your Wounds and Find Your True Self ”, published in 2000. This second tome aims to reveal techniques to work on these famous wounds. Lise Bourbeau’s clear, practical and optimistic stance is, however, slightly deceptive. The...
With the arrival of revolutionary technology that broadens the possibilities, all stakeholders agree that major upheavals are expected in the field of human resources. So, what lies ahead for skill assessment and management techniques? How will new interfaces change the situation in terms of assessment through...
To respond to industrial change, new ways of working and ask for, performance assessment methods need to adapt. Even though this finding was shared by HR departments at a round table dedicated to digital transformation at the HR Convention in October 2017[1], digital technology seems...
What the Transactional Analysis is used for? Even if the Transactional Analysis was initially designed as a therapeutic tool, it has remarkable qualities, as it offers very relevant models for human behaviour. Indeed, this tool aimed to help people in difficulty undergo real, in-depth changes, in an easy and...
A slight improvement in the quality of life in the workplace The renewal of the DELOITTE and CADREMPLOI survey, published in June 2017, shows a clear improvement in the quality of life in the workplace [1] compared to the results in 2014. This improvement can be...
The first image counts, so take care with your candidates’ experience As usual in recruitment, the first image is the most important. That is why we encourage you to take care of “all the first times” in your recruitment process. It often seems less clear how...
Transactional Analysis allows better understanding of what is at stake in relationships between two people. Transactional Analysis is a personality theory with two levels to be explored: Structural analysis, the study of personal communication (verbal and non-verbal). Functional analysis, the study of the individual’s behaviour. - The...
New technology and its daily use has changed recruitment. The channels to source potential candidates have drastically changed over the past fifteen years. So, are sourcing champions[1] the recruiters of the future? What does the future hold for headhunters? Is it a role threatened with...
A complete guide to our intimate flaws With her second bestseller, Canadian author Lise BOURBEAU aspires to unveil the intimate flaws that shape our lives and personalities. Designed as a simple and practical guide, the book actually makes it possible to identify in ourselves, as well as...
