Engaging Your Team Through Turbulent Times
Session Description Current events have reinforced for all of us that change is both pervasive and can happen at any time. In this new reality where social, financial, political and environmental changes present themselves to us at the speed of light, understanding how to manage change – whether planned or unexpected – is critical for leaders at all levels within organizations. Amidst turbulent times, when organizations call upon employees not just to carry on, but to remain engaged and highly productive, leaders able to proactively and skillfully manage change are invaluable. This highly interactive online workshop will allow you to strategize for current or anticipated changes that are top-of-mind for you. It will give you the skills to recognize your, and others’, reactions to change; it will enable you to identify and manage resistance. Leaders will acquire a practical set of tools to apply with their direct reports to maintain trust and productivity under constantly changing organizational conditions. Learning ObjectivesUnderstand the distinction between the operational and human sides of changeGive you the skills to recognize your, and others’, reactions to change; to identify, manage and, ultimately, overcome resistance to changeBuild confidence in your personal ability to thrive in complex and volatile times Help you model and facilitate productive behaviors despite environmental uncertainty and turbulenceAcquire a practical set of tools to apply with your direct reports to maintain trust and productivity under constantly changing organizational conditionsAllow you to reflect on and strategize for current or anticipated changes that are top-of-mind for youMethodology Mini-lectures with relevant examplesInteractive exercisesIndividual reflection, including self-reflectionSmall group discussionsPeer coachingApplication & action planning Target Audience SupervisorsManagersTeam LeadersHigh-potential individual contributors
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