Gerald Tang, Executive Director of the Career Services and Internships Office at Bridgewater State University, shares his top five elements for effective change management in career services. 

The five elements include:

1. People: Understand the strengths, management styles, and buy-in of the individuals involved in the change process.
2. Culture and environment: Assess the organizational culture, hidden rules, shared values, and dynamics among key leadership.
3. Time: Consider the timing of the change and any external factors that may impact its implementation.
4. Vision and leadership: Reflect on your own leadership style and vision, and ensure that you communicate a clear direction to others.
5. Resources: Evaluate the resources needed to execute the change, including people, finances, technology, and physical space.

Gerald, who’s worked in higher education for 18 years, shares some examples of how he’s managed change in his current and past leadership roles, his advice for others, and more. 

Resources from the episode:

• Gerald’s LinkedIn profile
• Bridgewater State University’s virtual career center (powered by uConnect)

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