Change is incredibly complex and like a jigsaw with intricate pieces that all have to fit together.  Where do we start?  At the edges, in the middle?  We all know that we need to do something and ultimately, make a difference to those around us, whoever they may be.

Dr Louise Bright is joined by Kate Cooper, Head of Research, Policy and Standards at The Institute of Leadership and Management. She is a Keynote Speaker, Researcher and Forbes Blogger. 

In this episode, we discuss what new challenges and approaches leaders should lookout for, so their people and organisations can thrive in the post-pandemic world.

Most workplaces that are going through change will manage the process through projects. But how do you clearly define what a project is, how it fits into the strategic plans of the business - and is it the right thing to do? The destination may be the same, but the journey is different.

In this episode, we look at the difference between project programmes and portfolios, how it is vital that they are connected so that they can be successful and more importantly, how to navigate along the right path for your organisation and teams.

Presented by Dr Louise Bright with guest Richard McDermott.

People can get promoted into management positions without having the fundamental knowledge and experience to be really effective at driving change.

In this episode we explore why this happens with Victoria Hall, Partner at Make Sense Limited. We discuss techniques to help managers cope with the extra responsibility. We look at driving real change and how understanding human behaviour, motivation and performance can influence this.

People can get promoted into management positions without having the fundamental knowledge and experience to be really effective at driving change.

In this episode we explore why this happens with Victoria Hall, Partner at Make Sense Limited. We discuss techniques to help managers cope with the extra responsibility. We look at driving real change and how understanding human behaviour, motivation and performance can influence this.

Agile is a word banded about in many guises, agile working, agile transformation, and more commonly agile projects. In its simplest form agile means: ‘able to move quickly and easily’ We think this best applies to a dynamic project environment and it's here to stay.

This podcast explores, what Agile PM is what are the main components that make a real difference to the way we manage projects, and why that is good for your business.

Miles Huckle shares insights and lessons learned on adopting and integrating agile principles and practices into a variety of work environments. He also covers the PMO’s role in supporting teams, hybrid approaches, and dealing with complexity.

Digital Transformation isn’t just a tech project, it’s a people project. 

Digital transformation is the process of using digital technologies to create new — or modify existing — business processes, culture, and customer experiences to meet changing business and market requirements. This reimagining of business in the digital age is digital transformation. 

In this episode Dr Louise Bright is joined by Paul Laughlin, an expert in data, analytics and insight leadership.

Data tells us so much about the world we live in, the people and customers we work with and how we can develop and improve.  How can we use this to our advantage and make major improvements in business process, culture and customer experiences and ultimately move our businesses forward in the new world.  This podcast explores what data can tell us, what we should be doing with it to gain answers to questions about our business.

Workplaces can be broken by dysfunctional teams. In his book ‘The Five Dysfunctions of a Team’, Patrick Lencioni reveals that trust, is the most important foundation to build cohesive and highly functioning teams. In this episode we explore why the foundation of trust is more relevant than ever in today's world of remote working and constant change. Dr Louise Bright is joined by Kevin Christie, Director at Christie Wells Associates.

Is it easier to adapt and make changes when there is a crisis (such as the global pandemic)? Dr Louise Bright is joined by Dr Arthur Turner from The Professional Development Centre. In this episode, they’ll be discussing embedding change within teams and organisations.

People respond and galvanise to a purpose. Sometimes with change you are pressured into it. Leaders need to think more about what is happening. There needs to be a balance and reflection, to make the correct decision.

People take inspiration from unexpected places, within in all of us there is ability to find creativity to solve problems. Our Leaders need to take calm contemplation of the facts, with a sprinkle of creativity to help their teams come out the other side of this in a collaborative way. They need to really embed these changes so organisations can thrive.

Resilience training shouldn’t be a remedial thing, it needs to be embedded within the culture.  Resilient organisations should have a prioritise Culture, management, strategy, and sound leadership. Leadership can sometimes be considered as the bridge between individuals and organisational resilience.

Dr Louise Bright is joined by Pam Heneberry from The Professional Development Centre. In this episode of The Change Management Podcast, they discuss resilience during times of change. 

Listen now to learn practical things that line managers can do to help promote resilience in times of change.

Dr Louise Bright is joined by Dr Amanda Smith from The Professional Development Centre. In this episode, they discuss new ways of working for teams and good practice in communication and planning change.

Organisations have had a rapid shift in the way of working, Dr Amanda Smith highlights the importance of clear communication. She calls out the common assumptions that leaders can easily fall in to in this new way of working.

Dr Smith highlights that the fundamentals of leadership do not change. She explains that there must be a focus on our people by showing a genuine curiosity in our teams, listening to them and listening to their solutions.