When sharing my observations and findings about the Inept (25%), Adequate (65%), and High Impact (10%) categories at gatherings of change professionals, I tend to get similar responses regardless of what discipline is represented (e.g., change management, business relationship management, organizational development, HR, strategic planning, IT, project management, etc.) or where (what country) the meeting […]
For the past twelve months, my writing has focused on exploring what we, as change professionals, can do to deliver exceptional value to those we serve. Of the two areas that demand advancement, “what we do” and “who we are”, I have given special attention to the role who we are plays in being viewed […]
The fear of losing an assignment or even employment leads change practitioners to sometimes cater to clients’ wishes rather than stand firm on what they believe to be in their best interests. You must be solidly grounded in “who you are” as well as “what you do” to hold your ground when clients want you […]
It is easy to go to sleep and forget who we are and the unique value we have to offer when we bring our authentic selves forward. Waking up occurs every time we stand on our truth (i.e., remain true to what we believe to be in a client’s best interest despite their objections). […]
High-impact change professionals know that it requires a degree of courage and discipline to practice the craft at their level. Practitioners must have the courage to face the implications (problems/opportunities) their approach surfaces. They must also have the discipline to adhere to their approach’s guidance and principles…particularly when it is politically difficult to do so. […]