In times of change, we find it relatively straightforward to focus on what we want people to ‘Know’ and ‘Do’ as a result of communicating with them. The ‘Feel’ aspect of it can be more tricky - for leaders, this can feel like the ‘messy’ and unpredictable element. Here are a few ideas that might help.
Read MoreResearch shows how leaders can better support people's wellbeing in organisation change
Workplace change has always been a constant for organisations but with the addition of a pandemic, probably the most rapid change programme we’ve all experienced, wellbeing shot up the list of priorities for leaders.
To test thinking around this, I set out to answer some basic questions about wellbeing in the context of organisation change. As themes began to emerge, it led to more discussions and ideas that I thought would be useful for others to hear about too. - here are just some of the findings.
Read MoreThe magical power of good stories in successful organisation change
Stories are incredibly powerful ways to communicate that every one of us is familiar with. Using story-telling as part of your organisation change approach can help people to see things differently, understand what you’re trying to achieve and engage them in the shifts you’re trying to make.
Read MoreThree things a favourite song taught me about leadership in change
I’m a big fan of 1980s music and have several favourite tracks. One of those favourites is ‘‘It ain’t what you do…’ from the Funboy Three and Bananarama. Taking the time to listen to this pop song makes me think about the ‘how’ of leading through change. Here are my top three lessons from this tune.
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