Change management, much like peeling an onion, involves uncovering multiple layers before reaching the core. Each layer peeled back in the journey of planning and implementing change reveals new insights about the organization and the stakeholders impacted by the...
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Rethinking change management analogy – why “the light at the end of the tunnel” falls short
When navigating the complexities of organizational change, leaders often rely on analogies to communicate the journey and keep their teams motivated. One common analogy is the “light at the end of the tunnel,” which portrays the change process as a long, dark journey...
To improve your change management outcome don’t fail fast
Central to many contemporary approaches to agile change management is the concept of "failing fast." This idea, popularized by agile methodology, suggests that failure is not only acceptable but desirable, as it provides valuable insights that can inform subsequent...
The meaning of managing change
Is change management just a job or a career? When you clock in and clock out everyday do you ever wonder what is the purpose of all this work? Yes, your natural response could be, well, managing change helps improve employee work experience and we help company land...
Navigating the Winds of Change: A Glimpse into the Future of Change Management in 2024
As the global landscape continues to evolve, so too does the field of change management. The year 2024 promises a shift in the way organizations approach change, driven by a combination of economic factors, continued technological advancements, and the ever-increasing...
Change Practitioner Q&A Series: Annah Kaspar
In this Change Practitioner Q&A series, we talk to change managers to ask them how they approach their work. This time we are talking to Annah Kaspar. Change Compass: Describe yourself in 3 sentences Annah: I'm curious and a little irreverent because I want to...
Change Practitioner Q&A Series: Fiona Johnson
In this Change Practitioner Q&A series we talk to change managers to ask them how they approach their work. This time we are talking to Fiona Johnson. Change Compass: Hi Fiona, describe yourself in 3 sentences. Fiona:I'm a ‘seasoned” change practitioner who has...
How to avoid Performance dip during the change process according to research
One of the most feared aspect of change by organisations is its impact on performance. There is a wide variety of change which can determine the potential for performance dips during the change process. However, there is a significant body of research on the...
The resistance to change that we can all relate to
Change is an inevitable part of, not just corporate life, but life in general. It's a natural occurrence that we all must face at some point. But despite the many benefits that change can bring, many of us are still reluctant to embrace it. After all, for many, it is...
Four Chinese New Year customs you can adopt to improve your change outcome
It is the year of rabbit in the Chinese New Year of 2023. A quarter of the world’s population celebrates this. It is also the first year that a lot of countries are emerging from Covid and where there are little or no restrictions on travel and...
Most change strategies are tactics. Here’s how to do it better.
Creating a change management strategy is one of the most important pieces of work for the change management practitioner. Done well, it can drive the change initiative to success. If not crafted carefully, it can lead the project to its downfall...
How to be more strategic in managing change – Infographic
Most change practitioners are hired to support an initiative whilst others are supporting the business. Irrespective of the role, there are ways to be more strategic in managing change. Here in this infographic we highlight the top 6 tips in being more strategic in...