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What’s Really Driving (or Derailing) Transformation
Change, the inevitable, unstoppable journey we all face. In fact, it’s interesting to see how many organizations struggle when it comes to implementing change effectively. It’s not that change itself is bad; it often boils down to how we manage and lead that change. Have you ever considered that maybe the issue isn’t with change per se, but rather with our approach to it?
Let’s dive into some of the key truths and myths surrounding change management.
Top 3 Truths About Change Management 1. Leadership Engagement and Support Are Essential for Success
Change cannot succeed from the sidelines. Leaders must do more than simply approve a strategy—they need to champion it. To be a champion requires visible participation, consistent messaging, and a commitment to demonstrating the change they expect from others. When leaders are fully engaged, employees are much more likely to follow suit. As Mary Kay Ash (of Mary Kay Cosmetics, a long time HRchitect client) once put it, “The speed of the leader is the speed of the gang.”
2. Embed the Change Plan within the Project Plan
Change management is not an “add-on” or an afterthought. It must be
