Change management applications and managing the human aspect of change have never been more relevant. — In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has ushered in a transformative era that demands adaptability and innovation at an unprecedented scale. As organizations strive to harness the power of AI to drive efficiency, productivity, and growth, they are simultaneously faced with the pressing need…

A leader advised me to choose a team that favorably highlights and showcases my contributions. — She told me an anecdote about the same dress in a discount store changing room would look exponentially better than a dress in a high-end boutique dressing room. I was the dress, and the store was the team I would choose to join. ~ Thank you, Heather Cullen! …

Some business projects don a cool title, build solutions without organizational change management, and deliver new systems and processes people don’t want or like ＝ sluggish or low ROI. — Miss Catherine La Grange, spinster said, “This (Evaluating Change Management Success) article is fascinating, K…. (it) reveals the steering gears in the ship that actually turn the rudder.” Yes! People make the world of work go round.

Critical Considerations for Implementations Requiring People Change — Implementing changes requiring people to adapt and adjust their behaviors is challenging across various domains. While this blog post primarily draws inspiration from an article evaluating the success of people changes in the supply chain, it is worth noting that many of the principles discussed can be applied to other types of implementations that require people to change for success. Principles presented in the article “Evaluating the Success of Changes in the Supply Chain”* by Marisa Brown, Senior Principal Research Lead at APQC, published on SCM Resources, are notable considerations applicable to a broader range of change initiatives.

A Delightful Journey of Passion and Experimentation: Reflections on the Design Thinker Podcast, Episode 14 — I recently enjoyed listening to Episode 14 of the Design Thinker podcast by Dr. Dani Chesson and Peter Allan. Little did I know that this episode would offer such fresh and delightful perspectives. …

People in the organization may have been burnt by change initiatives before and resist anything you bring to them. — “Let’s just communicate, train & implement.” This is a refrain that I often hear in my role as an organizational change manager. Many people think the application will speak for itself. “They’ll use it; it's what they wanted.” No, they won’t. I have stressed to experienced colleagues that technology alone…

A summary of a powerful in HBR by Rebecca Hinds, the head of The Work Innovation Lab by Asana. — In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations must constantly challenge the status quo and reinvent themselves to remain competitive. While comfort and complacency can hinder progress, there is a powerful tool that can break traditional mindsets and spark transformative change: perspective swaps.

Strategies for Pivoting or Stopping Unhelpful Conversations — I met with a few folks from my team last week. One of them said something incredulous. What? Did I hear him right? The others on the Zoom call, perhaps noticing my not-so-poker face, looked away uncomfortably. “I do not agree,” I said. He stares at me, eyes widening. …

However, I always made a graceful exit, taking the time to express my heartfelt gratitude to the fabulous people I had the pleasure of working with. — In 2011, 2019 and 2022, I said goodbye to work colleges. What do the words I’ve chosen to use say about the nature of my time in those companies, with those people? 🚀 On Jun 9, 2022, at 3:02 PM, K. Joseph wrote: Hello T&P US and other US TB…

Getting the hell out: My story of coping with a bad review and moving forward. — As I sat across from my boss, listening to her deliver a review that caught me off guard, I couldn’t help but feel a sinking sensation in my stomach. I had always prided myself on my work ethic and dedication to my job, so no leader had ever criticized me…

Insights from Dr. Linda Hill’s TED Talk on Fostering Innovation in Teams — This week, I have been actively striving to become a social architect, the type of leader Dr. Linda A Hill, an esteemed professor of Business Administration from Harvard Business School, describes. I’m developing an environment where individuals can comfortably collaborate and express their talents and passions. In her TED Talk…

Mastering the Art of Job Interviews: Tips for Navigating the Process with Confidence — Interviewing for a job can intimidate and stress you out; or be confidence-boosting and fun. It’s important to remember that the purpose of an interview is not only for you to share what you offer but also to get a sense of the company and its people. If your values…

How an art teacher’s critique changed my life forever. — I’m excited to share that Mahogany.com published my latest article. In “My Teacher Was Wrong and Right,” I delve into my complex relationship with a particular teacher during my formative years. My Teacher Was Wrong...and Right - Mahogany "K, there are students who are naturally talented at this. But unfortunately, you are not one of them!" As I listened…mahogany.com

Her reflections on discovering who holds the power to tell your story are illuminating (and funny). Her advice to leaders to prioritize…

I recently read a blog about ways to bring balance and reduce stress at work. The author suggested we must learn to say ‘No.’ — In what world? Not at work — my experience has been that ‘No’ is not a viable option I can or should take. As a leader in many organizations, saying ‘No’ is not in my best interest. My people need my time. I have to fulfill my objectives. Not responding…

When I allow space for the stories to come, they come on strong! — I begin my weekend in my fitness attire, start to write and that’s all she wrote — much to the detriment of my fitness rings and the circumference of my thighs. During the week, I am a change management leader in a media company. I work with technologists daily to…

At least, that’s what Madeleine Albright said. — There is a quote by Madeleine Albright stating that “there is a special place in hell for women who don’t help other women.” …

Insights from the Moroccan team’s loss. — Change management is a process, an art if you will — and football provides myriad lessons for those involved in the practice. Whether learning from failure or strategically using resources, I am thinking about the connections between these two seemingly different disciplines. Taking cues from change management processes and football strategies, what can we learn to help our day-to-day operations?

Then I pulled her in for some fast feedback, grateful for her, despite her prickly disposition — “I can’t believe that you took so long to do this work; this is not what we need,” the lead on the project said. She was shaking her head, looking at a secondary screen, and clicking with apparent irritation. The analyst on the Zoom call with us looked dejected. …

Change management is critical for any organization looking to improve its performance and stay current with changing times and not #Gooutofbusiness. — By understanding the challenges of change management and taking steps to help people understand the need for change, you can facilitate a smooth transition to new ways of working. …