Presenter
Mary Eggers
Participants will: -Hear about the kinds of change initiatives that are commonly undertaken and how they differ; -Understand the factors necessary for change to occur; -Learn about how to design and implement a “change roadmap”; and -Take away specific ideas for addressing the most common problems and pitfalls that confront anyone trying to implement a change program.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Many change efforts fail or result in unintended negative consequences.
- 2.Successful change initiatives require careful planning to achieve faster and more sustainable results.
- 3.Change fatigue is a significant risk that organizations can and should actively work to prevent.
- 4.Involving the whole organizational system is a key factor for greater success and sustainability in change efforts.
- 5.Drawing from experience with Fortune 500 companies to small nonprofits, there are key factors that must be in place for system change to succeed.
The Challenge of Organizational Change
Most leaders have experienced the frustration of a change initiative that faltered, failed, or created a host of new problems. The challenge of adapting and transforming is a constant for businesses of all sizes, making the ability to manage change crucial for long-term viability. This session delves into the foundational reasons so many efforts fail and provides a framework for designing and implementing strategies that yield faster, more sustainable results.
Designing Change for Success
Presented by Mary Eggers, this webinar shares key factors that must be in place for a system-wide change to succeed, based on extensive experience with organizations from the Fortune 500 to small nonprofits. The core of the discussion focuses on moving beyond top-down mandates to a more inclusive approach.
Key strategies include:
- Whole-System Involvement: Actively involving the entire organizational system creates the buy-in and momentum needed for lasting impact.
- Strategic Planning: Learn how to plan and execute change initiatives to achieve measurable outcomes rather than just launching another program.
- Avoiding Pitfalls: Understand the common traps and unintended consequences that derail transformation efforts.
Preventing "Change Fatigue"
A significant risk in any transformation is "change fatigue," where employees become disengaged and exhausted by a constant state of flux. This session explores what change fatigue is and, more importantly, provides concrete methods for organizations to identify its early signs and prevent it from taking hold. By proactively addressing potential sources of resistance and fatigue, leaders can build more resilient and adaptable organizations.
This session delves into the critical challenges of organizational change, exploring why so many initiatives falter or lead to unforeseen issues. It provides practical insights into designing and implementing change strategies that yield faster, more sustainable results, helping leaders navigate the complexities of transformation.
What you'll learn
- Common pitfalls that cause organizational change efforts to fail.
- Strategies for planning and executing change initiatives to achieve measurable and sustainable outcomes.
- Methods to identify and prevent "change fatigue" within your organization.
- Key factors necessary for successful system-wide change, drawing on extensive practical experience.
- Approaches to involve the entire organizational system for greater success and lasting impact.
Who this webinar is for
- Leaders and managers responsible for organizational development and strategic change.
- HR professionals seeking to improve change management practices.
- C-suite executives looking to drive successful transformations.
- Anyone interested in understanding and mitigating the risks associated with change initiatives.
Why it matters now
Effective organizational change remains a constant challenge for businesses of all sizes. The ability to adapt and transform is crucial for competitive advantage and long-term viability. Understanding the foundational reasons for failure and implementing proven strategies can significantly improve the success rate of complex initiatives, ensuring investments in change translate into tangible benefits rather than exhaustion.
How leaders can apply this
Leaders can apply the insights presented by focusing on whole-system involvement and proactively addressing potential sources of resistance and fatigue. By understanding the core factors contributing to successful transformations, as shared by Mary Eggers, they can design more resilient change plans. This includes fostering a culture of adaptability and ensuring that change efforts are not just implemented, but are also embraced and integrated for lasting organizational health and performance.
About this session
Key takeaways
Watching this webinar gives you grounded, practical perspective on Future Focused. Expect ideas you can use in leadership conversations, not abstract theory, drawn from Mary Eggers's direct experience.
Who this is for
CHROs, HR business partners, talent leaders, executive coaches, organizational development practitioners, and senior leaders who are responsible for positive vision of the future inside their organization.
Why it matters now
Workforce expectations, hybrid work patterns, and AI-driven change keep raising the bar on culture and leadership. Sessions like this help leaders make smarter, more evidence-informed decisions about Future Focused.
How to apply it
Use the ideas here to challenge a current assumption on your team, design a single concrete experiment in the next 30 days, and bring one finding back to your leadership group for discussion.
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