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Only wet babies like change
Blog post by Michaela Sauerwein
Successfully shaping change
Sell the problem, not the solution
Before you present solutions, understand the underlying problem. Only when the problem is clear to everyone will the need for change be accepted.
It’s okay not to be okay
Feelings like fear or confusion are part of the process. Acknowledge them – discomfort is part of the process.
Find followers
Change is easier in a team. Find fellow campaigners who share your vision and inspire others.
Where do we want to change to?
A clear vision provides orientation. A common goal motivates us to actively shape change.
Be the change you want to see
Managers should exemplify change and show through their actions what the new reality can look like.
Acceptance is the key
People go through emotional phases. Guide them through these until the change is accepted.
Try it out and adapt
Change is a flexible process. Mistakes are part of it – learn from them and constantly improve your path.
Establishing change – Creating rituals
New habits take time. Rituals help to anchor new behaviours permanently .
Partner Day 2024
Ken Blanchard
Feedback is the breakfast of champions.
COX Magazin
The WWW rule
How to package feedback correctly >
Perception
What observation, fact or situation am I referring to?
Effect
What feelings do I have? How does the behaviour affect me?
Wish
What would I like to see different, less or the same in the future?
COX Magazine
Giving correct and effective feedback
Content preparation
- What did I specifically perceive?
- How did this behaviour affect me?
- What would I like to see differently or the same in the future?
Create time and a framework
The person receiving the feedback feels prepared and can better absorb the feedback.
Concrete and clear statements
When conveying my message, I remain concrete and clear in my statements.
Intentions behind the feedback
The further development of my counterpart or an improvement of the situation is in the foreground.
High Performing Teams
Team spirit with focus on success
Cohesion and a clear vision are the key to success!
Clear structures and goals
Defined goals and transparent processes create orientation and efficiency.
Influence and co-design
Everyone has the opportunity to influence and get involved.
Making sense and perspective
A clear sense of purpose and long-term
perspectives motivate and inspire.
Appreciation and respect
Recognition and respectful
communication strengthen the team climate.