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ATPO Philosophy
Our Philosophy
ATPO uses the concept of beach stone sculpture to illustrate its basic premise.
Balanced stone sculptures all have a solid foundation stone. But they develop organically and in unique shapes, depending on the type of stones available, the weather conditions, and the strength, motivation and artistic vision of the sculptor.
When completed, the stone elements of a sculpture often need to be readjusted to take account of varying conditions and changing design preferences and to maintain balance.
Successful organisations have common elements... solid foundations and a clear vision to name just a couple.
But they also have a uniqueness that makes them stand apart from their competitors.
Akin to the organic development of stone sculptures, as organisations grow they are often presented with unexpected opportunities that they can either take or ignore and which may dictate their unique further development.
Along with opportunities, taken or ignored, organisations are also shaped by the particular strengths and talents (and indeed shortcomings) of the personnel they possess at all levels.
This unique shaping process is what can make organisations so vital and exciting to be a part of.
But it can also make them vulnerable as the initial plans, dreams, visions and structures may no longer be fit for purpose due to unforeseen circumstances and changing personnel.
As with the completed stone sculptures, key elements of organisations need to be reviewed, realigned and re-imagined as they develop.
Always taking account of the ever changing environment they inhabit and the personnel and resources available in order to maintain productivity, balance and continued development.
Based on his extensive experience as a psychologist, senior manager and research director, Feargal O’Neill has created the ATPO offering, which provides the opportunity for organisations to review and reflect on, realign and re-imagine their perspectives and practices for the benefit of all members of the organisation.