October 8, 2008

 

Greetings!

 

 

The Financial Bailout and Leading Change
 
I think there is a lot we can learn from the financial crisis as it relates to leading change in organizations. For example:

Speed

Leaders told the American people that the economy was essentially sound. Then, almost on a dime, they sent a new message - this situation could quickly dump us into severe recession or even a depression. People wondered, "Where did that come from?" It's no wonder then that messages to Members of Congress from constituents were 100 to 1 against the bailout plan.

One of the Lessons: You've got to make a compelling case that a change is needed before offering a plan to get out of the mess. People need to feel the urgency or else you won't get the support you need.

If you'd like to read more, I wrote about three more issues that I think are critical -- Trust, Leaky Vessel, and Emotions - in my blog.
 
You can access it here: Change Management News 
 

Coaching and Resistance
 
Just a reminder that I will be conducting a workshop with Jen Todd on Coaching and Resistance November 17 - 19 in Cleveland, Ohio.
 
Here's what the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland brochure says: "People enter coaching because they want something. Gestalt theory suggests that wants are accompanied by resistance. Coaches must know how to work with that dance between aspirations and fears. We will show you how our approach harnesses those forces in ways that energize and focus the client's work. And how this approach can help clients recognize more options for facing their challenges. This engaging and energy-infused session is ideal for OD professionals, OD consultants, coaches, change leaders, educators, and business consultants."
 
And if that's not enough, the workshop is pretty inexpensive.
 
To sign up, click here
 
And, if you have questions, give me a call. I love talking about this stuff. And since this is a new application for my work on resistance I am especially excited about the workshop.