Managing Change and Transition

Change is the only constant, right? But it doesn't have to be scary. In today's fast-paced world, being able to roll with the punches is a must. This training isn't just about managing change; it's about thriving through it.

We'll dive into practical tools and frameworks like the Transition Model and Kotter's Change Model, helping you understand the emotional side of change and how to lead your team through it. Think of it as your survival guide for the unpredictable waters of business.

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this course will equip you with the skills to navigate change with confidence and come out stronger on the other side.

Course Objectives:

1. Help participants appreciate the reality of Change and Transitions, both macro (VUCA) and micro changes.
2. Gain insights, clarity and focus as individuals and as leaders on how they can help themselves and their teams manage transitions by using proven frameworks like the Transition Model, EQ, the Grief Cycle, and Kotter's Change Model.
3. Give the participants an opportunity to experience how the frameworks are used using workshops (individual and group work).

Course Outline:

• Context
  • Change and Transitions
    • VUCA -- the realities of change
    • Macro change
    • Micro change
  • Poll / group work
    • Our experience of change
    • Our response to change
• Content
  • The Transition Cycle
  • Response to change
    • 8 common causes of resistance to change
    • The Grief Cycle
  • Workshop 1 - individual work
    • Kotter's Change Model
    • Identifying a current change initiative
    • Assessing the readiness of my team members
    • Creating a Change Plan
• Next steps / Implementation