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!