What are PDGs
Peer development groups (PDGs) are effective and flexible developmental tool used by many Fortune 500 companies and leading business schools to foster professional and personal growth. In these groups, participants of equal status meet regularly to exchange knowledge, support one another, and work through real-world challenges in a collaborative, experiential learning environment. By sharing experiences and providing feedback, PDGs help individuals refine leadership skills, enhance teamwork, and cultivate mindfulness.
PDGs are especially valued for their ability to create a safe space for self-reflection and the practical application of new ideas and strategies.
About PDG Research Lab
PDG Research Lab is a dynamic team of researchers,
led by Dr. Roman Terekhin, dedicated to exploring the transformative power of Peer Development Groups (PDGs).
Our work dives into understanding how PDGs drive personal
and professional change for business leaders and their organizations. Over the years, we’ve studied PDGs in diverse environments, from business communities to corporate settings.
Our research seeks to understand how PDGs shape leadership development, personal identity, and organizational outcomes.
By interviewing business leaders and analyzing case studies,
we aim to uncover the deeper psychological, social, and professional transformations triggered by PDG participation.
In PDG Research Lab, we believe in the vast potential of peer coaching as a tool for leadership development and organizational change, and we’re committed to helping others harness this power to its fullest.
Articles
Journal
of Organizational Behavior
WILEY Online Library
Unveiling the nature of peer development groups: A systematic review, conceptual framework, and research pathways
Date: 10 nov 2024
Journal
of Organizational Behavior Education
NeilsonJournals Publishing
Peer Coaching Groups: A State-of-the-Art Toolset for Continuous Experiential Learning
Date: 17 nov 2024