Welcome to our second newsletter for 2009, in which we have two articles. The first article presents an ontological perspective on the relevance of learning in dealing with change. Our next article is the first in an ongoing series of case studies of the application of the ontological methodology to organisational change. We trust that you enjoy and gain personal value from each item and pass them on so that others can also benefit. With best wishes Alan Sieler

Is This Our Greatest Challenge?
Alan Sieler and Mark Raymond

In difficult times what was present in our life and was going well is no longer there. Important aspects of our existence (for example, security, love, choice) are no longer there as we experience significant loss. An example of this is the job losses we are currently seeing, which have obvious impact on the lives of people who will experience feelings of anger and/or self doubt coupled with the practical issues of what to do next. Job losses also affect those left in organisations who are required to get on with the job, often with different priorities, expectations and within different structures.

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Organisational Case Studies

Introduction
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Ontological Coaching are active in applying the ontological methodology in a range of organisational settings, through one-to-one coaching, training programs and group facilitation. This case study is the first of a regular series of articles documenting the viability and value of the ontological approach for organisations.

The Ontological Approach and Culture Change at MercyCare
Mark Raymond

MercyCare is a health and community organisation that provides a range of services to the community in Western Australia. Services include health care, aged care, employment, training, and family and community services. The organisation has more than 1200 staff, including a number of people in positions with people management responsibility.

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