Neurolinguistic programming: does it have a role in supporting learning or OD interventions?

Abstract

Purpose

This article provides an overview and consultant experience of using NLP in learning and organizational development situations.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper includes a theoretical discussion of NLP as a potential learning and OD tool and practical examples of how it has been utilized within the context of HR and LD practices.

Findings

The paper demonstrates that NLP can be effectively used in a learning and OD context and has both benefits and limitations.

Practical implications

NLP is a “soft skills” toolkit that develops and builds on performance excellence and as such is ideally placed to be used as an adjunct or support to standard learning and OD practices. It also provides an excellent diagnostic and change management tool to enable effective OD.

Social implications

The human potential is a core asset of many businesses. NLP works with the subjective experience of individuals and provides an opportunity to harness the strengths within the workforce and use these to maximum benefit.

Originality/value

The paper proposes that NLP is an effective support methodology to standard learning and OD practices and provides simple examples of how this has been done.

Citation

Wake, L. (2011), "Neurolinguistic programming: does it have a role in supporting learning or OD interventions?", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 25 No. 1, pp. 19-21. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777281111096799