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Leading in times of change
Terry L. Kirchner, PhDMarch 11, 2009
Brief introduction:
Name
Job title
Home library
Are you currently trying to lead change?
Change is like a hot fudge sundae.
Absolutely delicious.
I can't wait until the next one!
Change is like a roller coaster.
Both frightening & exciting.
Change is a like a new pair of shoes.
Tight & uncomfortable at first, but overtime they become more comfortable.
Change is like storm.
Fast & furious.
One just has to ride it out.
Group Exercise – 10 min
What factors contribute to this experience of change?
Did you initiate the change?
How well do you understand why the change is occurring?
Do you have any input in the change?
We approach
change from
different perspectives
Understand yourself first...before your try to understand others
Change occurs on a time continuum
Leaders often have a head start.
Need to give others a chance to catch up.
Communicate
Communicate
Communicate
Clarify:
Goals/Big picture
Expectations
-of others-of yourself
Timelines
Definitions of success
Challenges
Listen to others'
- ideas
- comments
- concerns
- fears
Group Exercise – 15 min
Choose a partner and try to answer these questions:
The change I am experiencing is:
What am I losing in this process?
What do I have to let go of?
What will I gain?
What am I looking forward to?
Discover strengths & interests:
- your own
- others'
Remain positive & focused
Maintain direction
“Win battles, not the war”
Develop allies & work closely with those who are engaged
Know your limits & acknowledge mistakes
- can't rewrite the past - can't make people change
Repeat often:
- review goals
- clarify priorities
- acknowledge lessons learned
-celebrate successes achieved
Leading in times of change. Not always easy, but always an adventure!