Incorporating Debate in Corporate Problem Solving
When we hear opinions that challenge deeply held beliefs, our brains often resist, making it hard to concentrate and engage constructively.
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Kerrie Smit
Aug 133 min read
Persuasion, Influence, Communication and Negotiation in Change Management
Persuasion in change management isn’t about manipulation and negotiation is not about creating win-lose outcomes: quite the opposite in fact
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Kerrie Smit
Jul 234 min read
The Heart of Change: A Guide for Change Practitioners
Bringing people along on the change journey really means understanding their needs and meeting the most serious one first.
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Kerrie Smit
Jun 53 min read
Mastering Change Resilience - A Guide for Change Practitioners
Change managers suffer guilt when they're unable to produce cohesive, smooth and happy change across the entire bell-curve of stakeholders.
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Kerrie Smit
May 173 min read
The Importance of Connecting During Change
Cultivating meaningful connections contributes to overall well-being and individual success especially during times of change.
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Kerrie Smit
May 105 min read
Workplace Community and Wellbeing: Fostering a Healthy and Productive Environment
Workplace community is a concept that can enhance employee wellbeing, and long-term strategic advantage.
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Kerrie Smit
Mar 175 min read
Navigating Change in a Remote Work Era: Strategies for Success
The world has witnessed a seismic shift in work dynamics over the past few years. The rise of remote work, accelerated by global events,...
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Kerrie Smit
Mar 163 min read
Saturday Catch-up: light at the end of the tunnel
This Saturday, let's go back to the archives to explore some of the hardest parts of change, and remind ourselves that there is a pathway...
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Kerrie Smit
Mar 156 min read
I need a hero! Why we find effective leadership exciting
Who was your best boss? You'll undoubtedly pick someone you like, they will probably have invested time in you, they will have developed...
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Kerrie Smit
Mar 113 min read
When Change Management Changes
Change management is no longer a static process; it’s increasingly becoming a dynamic practice that organisations must embrace to compete...
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Kerrie Smit
Mar 102 min read
Effective communication: is it the first business fundamental?
Is effective communication the cornerstone of career success? Achieving success isn't just about competence in your field or having a...
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Kerrie Smit
Feb 193 min read
Mastery in Change Management: Part Art and part Science
Change management is a delicate blend of art and science, requiring curiosity in both organisational dynamics and human behaviour.
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Kerrie Smit
Feb 135 min read
So you're thinking of investing in coaching. Is it worth the cost?
Before we talk about value, let's cut to the chase. Numbers, costs and references are current at the date of publication for general...
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Kerrie Smit
Feb 73 min read
Rainmakers and change resistance: The Sustainability Honey Trap
Another senior change professional and I were grabbing lunch recently and shared some experiences in 'rainmaker' cultures - think for...
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Kerrie Smit
Feb 25 min read
Big Change and what it means for all the other changes
Most of us accept that the world of work is constantly changing. But I was thinking about how the wider world is also constantly in flux,...
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Kerrie Smit
Jan 263 min read
Everybody's Advocate, Everybody's Voice: Stakeholder success is your success
Being a change champion isn't a new concept and championing unity goes hand in hand with stakeholder alignment. Becoming everybody's...
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Gem Williams
Jul 13, 20233 min read
Leading bravely against the bully
“Leadership” or to be a “leader” is a state of mind. It’s a title earned, not assigned and is often judged by the feedback of your teams...
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Gem Williams
Jul 4, 20233 min read
Dealing with Disappointment in Constant Change and Transformation Environments
Change and transformation initiatives are essential for growth and progress, both in personal and professional realms. However, along the...
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Kerrie Smit
Jun 19, 20233 min read
Beating the Beat Up: are we still talking about resilience?
In the face of resistance do we beat ourselves up, and does our resilience suffer when we do? Of course. So what can we do differently?
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