Profile
Dr. Maciej Świeży is a psychologist. His work centers on the practical application of psychology to thinking, problem-solving, learning, and organizational operations.
Research Interests
His research interests include the psychological foundations of coaching, the role of forecasting in strategic thinking, and the dynamics of leadership teams.
Current Projects
Dr. Maciej Świeży is involved in the strategic development project "Stay On USWPS," which focuses on monitoring dropout risks and providing support for students.
Publications
His key publications include:
- "The Practice of Thinking: Cultivating the Extraordinary" (Lannoo Meulenhoff-Belgium, 2022), published as a chapter in the edited monograph.
- Psychology for Coaches: Key Concepts and Findings to Ground Your Skills (Routledge, 2021).
Professional Activities
Alongside his academic work, he provides consulting and training services to corporate and professional development sectors, such as:
- Workshop Facilitation: Conducting scenario planning workshops and teaching foundational coaching skills.
- Professional Certification: Preparing coaches for formal industry certification.
- Organizational Development: Providing targeted support to leadership teams and assisting in broader organizational growth initiatives.
Teaching
At SWPS University, he teaches courses on work and organizational psychology, management and leadership, team work skills, cognitive psychology, and critical analysis of psychological texts in English.
At the Faculty of Psychology in Krakow, he serves as the Vice-Dean for Student Affairs and is the coordinator for the work and organizational psychology study track.