Wrestling with Pigs - Why Change Leaders Get Stuck in the Mud As change and transformation professionals you know the feeling: you’re deep in a change initiative, but progress is elusive. No matter how many workshops you run, how many stakeholder meetings you hold, or...
The Stockholm Syndrome in Change Management Teams Change management teams have long prided themselves on enabling organisations to adapt, evolve, and thrive in the face of constant disruption. Yet, a curious irony persists: many change management teams themselves are...
As digital acceleration and stakeholder scrutiny intensify, change leaders can no longer rely on gut feelings or generic feedback. The discipline is undergoing a seismic shift—from qualitative storytelling to quantifiable impact. Here’s why measurement is now the...
Managing multiple changes is not a new phenomenon for a lot of organisations. However, the value of managing change at a portfolio level is not clear for a lot of leaders. This is a review of academic research on the value of managing multiple change initiatives...
Air traffic control is one of the most sophisticated and high-stakes management systems in the world. Ensuring the safety of thousands of flights daily requires rigorous coordination, precise timing, and a structured yet adaptable approach. When failures occur, they...
Successful transformation is not just about having a clear strategy, the right technology, or a strong leadership team—it is about managing organisational energy effectively. Like a marathon, transformation requires a well-paced approach, allowing for the right...
Do We Really Need a View of Changes Across the Organisation? As the pace of change accelerates, senior leaders are increasingly asking for a comprehensive view of changes happening across the organisation. However, not everyone sees the need for this. Some change...
As the new year begins, it’s a natural time to reflect, refocus, and set the stage for success. For senior change and transformation professionals, this is an opportune moment to assess the upcoming portfolio of initiatives. Taking inspiration from Marie Kondo’s...
With complex, high-stakes change environments, change leaders know that success hinges on more than just strategies and frameworks. It rests on the ability to transform behaviours into habits—turning deliberate, effortful actions into automatic routines. After...
Change management and clinical psychology, while seemingly distinct disciplines, share a foundational principle: both are focused on people and their ability to adapt, grow, and thrive through transitions. Change managers navigate organizational transformation,...
Change adoption is the heart of every change practitioner’s work. It’s the primary measure of whether a change initiative truly succeeds, yet, surprisingly, many organizations still fail to adequately track, measure, and manage change adoption. Without a clear...
Change management practitioners are often tasked with ensuring that transitions are smooth and successful. However, to truly excel in this role, it’s crucial to embrace a systems thinking approach—an understanding that organisations are complex, interconnected systems...