The 27th meeting of the "Coaching Meets AI" dialogue round focused on the practical application of the theoretical foundations discussed in the previous session. The main objective was to test a coaching script (Script B) using a fictional case study. The case revolved around a leader experiencing uncertainty and overwhelm in the process of transitioning their team to an agile framework. The work progressed in the following steps:
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Case Creation and Situation Description:
- The leader works in a software development company.
- The agile transformation has introduced a new leadership role, triggering uncertainty and overwhelm, as the team is hesitant to take on responsibility.
- Key issues such as stress, a need for control, and over-responsibility were identified.
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Image Work with AI:
- A key image (a lonely and depressed Superman) was selected to visualize the emotional state.
- Participants described their perceptions of the image and identified immersive elements that enhanced emotional depth and reflection.
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Analysis of the Vicious Cycle:
- Core problems included excessive responsibility-taking, controlling behavior, and uncertainties.
- The AI enriched the analysis by linking emotional experiences to specific behavioral patterns.
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Solution Orientation:
- The AI suggested mindful responsibility-taking and outcome-oriented process responsibility.
- A critical point raised was the need to give greater consideration to the systemic context (agile transformation and micro-political dynamics).
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Feedback on the Method:
- The image work using cloze text formats was perceived as a helpful framework.
- The AI analysis was regarded as impressive but occasionally idealistic (too focused on "fair-weather solutions").