Sumario: | Change initiatives fail because humans are hardwiredto return to what's worked for us in the past. This book offers a straightforward process for rewiring ourselves and those we lead to be more change-capable.Erika Andersen saysavoidingchangehas beena historical imperative. In this book, she shows how we can overcome that reluctance and get good at making necessary change. Using a fictional story about a jewelry business changing generational hands, Andersen lays out a five-step model for addressing boththis humansideof changeand its practical aspects:Step 1: Clarify the change and why it's needed--Get clear on what the change is and the benefits it will bring.Step 2: Envision the future state--Builda shared picture of the post-change future.Step 3: Build the change--Bring together a change team,engagekey stakeholders, and plan the change.Step 4: Lead the transition--Build a transition plan that supports the human side of the change,then engage the whole organization in making the change.Step 5: Keep the change going--Work to make your organization permanently more change-capable.With opportunities to self-reflect and try out the ideas and approaches throughout, this book is a practical guide to thriving in this era of nonstop change.
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