Executing Strategic Change: Transitioning From the Class Room to the Board Room

"A teacher is one who makes himself progressively unnecessary."

Thomas Carruthers, (1820 – 1875), English artist and explorer of British colonial southern Africa and Australia

A bittersweet but true quote.

The summer quarter offering of ‘Executing Strategic Change’ ended last week. So, as I transition my musings from our small intensive community back to this larger community, I will share what I communicated to the class during our final wrap-up.

Wishing my students continued success in their current and future roles.

Sandy’s Ten

1. Remember Confucius’ Words: "I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand."

2. You Have Two Ears, Two Eyes and One Mouth. Use Accordingly

3. Define and Gain Agreement on (1) the Future State and (2) Why the Change

4. Get Then Keep Leaders on Board, Visible and Actively Involved

5. Be Persistent While Balancing Your Energy to Match Your Leaders’ Energy

6. Engage People at All Levels in Helping to Define the Solution(s)

7. Treat Change Management as a Project and a Change

8. Use a Multi-Faceted Approach to Change Management

9. Expect to Continue Explaining the Value of Change Management in Words That Your Stakeholders Understand

10. Keep Learning. Be Open. Be Passionate. Enjoy