We know that the pandemic and the economic impact is forcing organizations to transform their strategy and ways of working.

Michael Porter is quoted as saying “Risk is a function of how poorly a strategy will perform if the ‘wrong’ scenario occurs’.  As part of our approach to change implementation, we believe it is critical for organizations embarking on their change journey to CONSTRUCT A PLAN TO ADDRESS BUSINESS IMPACT AND RISKS.

In today’s episode we are going to talk about the importance of Planning for Risk when inside your change journey. I’ve had the privilege to work with Kerry Clem, Senior Vice President, Sales and Payer Relations for Acorda Therapeutics, Inc. over 13 years through several transformations to join our conversation and offer valuable insight on how leaders can proactively plan for risk and engage their leaders at all levels.

Successful change does not happen if leaders are not on board!  They need to Commit by owning the change and preparing to lead. Since commitment establishes the correct psychological infrastructure, it may take time to cement it! The business case for change, which is paramount, requires explicit information on what is changing and the reasons behind it. Commit accounts for funneling this information properly.

In today’s episode I want to talk about the importance of Leadership commitment when inside your change journey. I’ve had the privilege to work with Kyle Jenne, Chief Commercial Officer for Akcea Therapeutics for over 13 years through several transformations from very different companies to join our conversation and offer insight on how leaders can commit during change. Tune in! #like #share #comment #changeandthrivepodcast #wendylheckelmanphd #wlhconsulting #commit

As L&D professionals we know your daily mantra is “I am resilient, I am agile, and I am here to help!”  Supporting your organization with the resources and learning assets that develop agility and resiliency falls on your shoulders. Leading through change is not easy under regular business circumstances, let alone during a crisis. As change experts we know that living in a VUCA world, characterized by Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity is the backdrop for what motivates strategic change and the need for leadership agility. 

In today's episode my guest Phil Sigler and I share some ways you can equip your team to lead during crisis and these difficult times. Listen and/or Watch the episode and feel free to share some ways your team is thriving during change in the comment section on our Vimeo channel. 

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If leaders would like to thrive during this COVID-19 Pandemic maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace is of the utmost importance! 

In response to the national dialogue on racism and social justice, the business community is actively taking a role.  CEOs and professional societies are issuing letters of support and acknowledging the need to be reflective and do more to overcome institutional racism.  As experts in organizational culture and talent retention, WLH is asking the critical questions and leveraging our experience to support moving the dialogue forward. What steps can companies take to ensure the inclusion and retention of their diverse talent?

Diversity allows for innovative brainstorming and problem solving, a truth that is empirically supported by the fact that ethnically diverse organizations are 35% more likely to outperform their peers. In today's episode I talk about Driving Cultural Change. Listen to the episode and feel free to share how your organization is addressing diversity and inclusion in the message box simply click +Message. #changeandthrivepodcast #diversityandinclusion #diversitytraining #culturalawareness #leadershipdevelopment #wlhconsulting #wlhlearningsolutions #wendylheckelmanphd

The very essence of change is that it can happen quickly, right before your eyes. By its very nature, change is disruptive and can throw even the most skilled leaders and individuals off balance. Fortunately, with proper planning and preparation, leaders can not only handle change, but can thrive during change!

In today’s episode, my guest Sheryl Unger and I want to introduce you to a validated change management framework called the 5C’s of Transition Leadership and discuss the critical role effective communication plays throughout the process.

Listen now on your favorite podcast platform! 

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https://wlhconsulting.com The Covid-19 Pandemic, the economic devastation and push for social justice is forcing organizations to fundamentally revisit their business strategy. We know that change is difficult and 70% of all change initiatives fail. In today's podcast episode I address these challenges and give you some tips to re-define your role as a transition leader to successfully drive change! Listen and subscribe to never miss an episode! - Wendy

Leading change is an essential leadership capability, especially during these unprecedented times. Your leaders play a critical role in dealing with this crisis across their organization, and within their teams. As change experts we know that living in a VUCA world, characterized by Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity is the backdrop for what motivates strategic change and the need for leadership agility. COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is testing leaders’ agility on multiple levels, but I have some tips that will help you lead during these difficult times. Grab your lunch and notepad so we can get started! - Wendy

Are you ready to lead your team into success? Register for our Live Virtual Workshop, “℞ for Leading During Difficult Times,” on June 19, 2020 at 2PM EST. Visit us online to download our one page resource to learn more https://wlhlearning.com/resources/℞-for-leading-during-difficult-times/

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Everything we know about healthcare and the way it is delivered has changed forever, forcing organizations to re-evaluate their ecosystem for impact. Leaders need to be equipped for this new normal and I have some quick tips to help you create a re-entry strategy that will help your organization thrive during change. Grab your lunch and notepad so we can get started!

- Wendy

Are you ready to re-calibrate, re-engage, re-imagine and re-define your team? Register for our LIVE Virtual Workshop, “℞ for Leading During Difficult Times,” on June 19, 2020 at 2PM EST.

Visit us online to download our one page resource https://wlhlearning.com/resources/℞-for-leading-during-difficult-times/

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