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S5 E6: Organisational Transactional Analysis and the role of AI in the future of TA with James Longwell

Season 5, Ep. 6
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In this episode of The Transactional Analysis Podcast, hosts Matt and John are joined by James Longwell, who is a Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst  (PTSTA)  in the Organisational Field (O).


James is currently an Organisation Development Consultant for Google in their EMEA region and in this episode he shares insights into his extensive experience in utilising Transactional Analysis (TA) within organisations. 


The discussion delves into James' journey from his HR beginnings at Peugeot to his current role at Google, where he helps leaders navigate change and development. 


James also explains the unique challenges and advantages of being an internal consultant, the importance of an underpinning theoretical framework in his work, and how AI tools are transforming his practice. 


Listen in to explore the intersections of Transactional analysis, organisational change, and AI, and learn how these elements are shaping the future of work and human interactions.


Tune in and discover:


  • James’s professional journey to date and his introduction to Transactional Analysis
  • The role of an organisational transactional analyst in organisational change and theories underpinning his work
  • The unique challenges and advantages of being an internal organisational consultant using Transactional Analysis (TA)
  • How TA has helped James to become a more effective executive
  • The role of Artificial Intelligence in Organisational TA and its impact on various fields of Transactional Analysis from educational to counselling.
  • How AI can be used as assistive intelligence and the future of AI in the workplace


Get in touch with James on LinkedIn here


*Disclaimer*: In this episode, James is expressing his personal opinions and is not speaking on behalf of Google in an official capacity.


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The International Transactional Analysis Association (ITAA) is an individual membership organisation providing the TA Journal (TAJ) and the monthly Script newsletter with archives of both from the 1970s. 


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The European Association for Transactional Analysis (EATA) has 44 member associations with more than 7550 members in 29 European countries. Its purpose is to promote knowledge and research on Transactional Analysis, to develop its theory, to ensure agreed standards of practice, and to promote cooperation in Europe in the field of Transactional Analysis. 


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