Change Management for Managers

Part 1: Understanding Change

• Why organisations will always require times of significant change. 
• Myths of change – what humans really think about change. 
• The principles of change. 
• The emotional side of change process.  
• A straightforward change framework. 

Part 2: Manage the Impact 

• Early adopters (the enthusiasts) to laggards (the resisters). 
• Learn techniques to understand and deal with the emotional side of change. 
• Identify strategy and support mechanisms for people who are struggling.
• Critical success factors to drive change.

Part 3: Strategies to Drive Change

• Communication and influencing others. 
• Propose a change plan for your team or business and receive feedback. 
• Design communications to get engagement from the outset.
• Develop a communication plan for the duration of the process.
• Identify and engage support from the key players that will drive change.
• Focus on how it’s not what is said - but rather it’s when, how, and who says it that matters.
• Feedback and monitoring progress.  

After, you’ll be able to...

Understand the Necessity of Change: 

• Recognize why organizations need ongoing, significant change for adaptation and growth. 
• Dispel common myths and gain insight into people's actual perceptions of change. 
• Grasp the core principles for successful change initiatives. 

Manage Change Impact and Emotional Responses: 

• Identify different groups involved in change, from early adopters to resisters. 
• Learn techniques to address the emotional aspects of change. 
• Develop strategies and support mechanisms for those facing challenges during change. 
• Discover key success factors to drive and facilitate change effectively. 

Strategize for Effective Change Management: 

• Improve your communication and influencing skills to lead others through change. 
• Create a comprehensive change plan for your team or business and receive feedback. 
• Develop engaging communication strategies from the outset. 
• Establish a communication plan to maintain engagement throughout the change process. 
• Secure support from key individuals crucial for driving desired change. 
• Understand the timing, approach, and communicator's impact on message success. 
• Implement feedback and monitoring processes to track and assess change progress. 

Duration: 1 day   

Level: Intermediate  

Delivery: Face to face (in class)   

Course Costs:  

Member (Standard) $940

Non-Member (Standard) $1,340