PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

By the end of this program, participants will:

• Understand the dynamics of team behavior during change and how to lead through uncertainty.
• Recognize and manage emotional responses to change within their teams, including navigating the change curve.
• Develop strategies to overcome resistance and build alignment with organizational goals.
• Enhance their ability to communicate the vision and objectives of change initiatives effectively.
• Foster a culture of psychological safety to support team engagement and collaboration during change.

PROGRAM OUTLINE

MODULE 1:

THE ROLE OF THE LEADER IN MANAGING CHANGE

• Explore the leader’s role in guiding teams through change.
• Understand key leadership behaviors that inspire trust and resilience during change.
• Align team objectives with broader organizational change goals.

MODULE 2:

NAVIGATING THE CHANGE CURVE

• Learn the stages of the change curve and their impact on team dynamics.
• Identify strategies for addressing emotional responses to change within the team.
• Practice managing your own emotions to model stability and resilience.

MODULE 3:

MANAGING RESISTANCE TO CHANGE

• Recognize signs of resistance and its root causes in team settings.
• Techniques for turning resistance into commitment and engagement.
• Strategies for addressing conflicts that arise during the change process.

MODULE 4:

COMMUNICATING CHANGE WITH IMPACT

• Develop clear and consistent messaging to communicate the vision for change.
• Tools for tailoring communication to meet the needs of diverse team members.
• Practice delivering compelling and empathetic messages to inspire alignment and action.

MODULE 5:

BUILDING PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY DURING CHANGE

• Explore the importance of psychological safety in managing team transitions.
• Techniques for fostering trust and open communication during periods of uncertainty
• Encourage collaboration and innovation by creating a safe space for team members to adapt and grow.

MODULE 6:

SUSTAINING MOMENTUM AND MEASURING SUCCESS

• Strategies for maintaining team focus and energy throughout the change process.
• Establish metrics to evaluate the success of change initiatives and team engagement.
• Develop a personal action plan to manage and sustain change effectively within your team.