Change Management is generally considered to be a multi-disciplinary approach to handle the shifting reality in a workplace. This approach is backed with formal methodologies, models and often by academic and field research as well. The change that needs to be managed may be something that is planned. For instance, consider: — the shift to an Agile approach to development, — the decision to move to a new technological platform, — the move to a new premises, for that matter O

When I was in elementary school I wrote a story about a ladybird who was unable to fly. The story was inspired by 'real-life events'. My sister and I, in our many outdoor pursuits, rescued a butterfly with broken wings. We placed her gently in a shoe box. We lined the box with leaves. We set her up on the highest spot in the box, and while my sister shouted words of encouragement, I demonstrated how to fly: running up and down the garden, my arms flapping wildly. My story wo

In a world where change is constant, change matters. Of this, I am certain. Change may seem like it leads to only the slightest calibration: how much impact could the following episodes have? It may seem like not so much: – a chance meeting – a serendipitous collision on the stairway – a mixup of luggage On the other hand, the fruition of large-scale change brings the expectation of great impact: – a move to a new home – a divorce – instability and uncertainty at work As a ch

It doesn't matter whether you are hiring for a writing-related position – such as content writers, editors, user assistance professionals . . . etc. – or, whether you are hiring for any other position, good writers are good for your business and here's why: 1. Good Writers can See the Forest . . . and the Trees Efficient teams that collaborate well are usually made up of team members who complement one another in their skill sets. A very common struggle is to establish a ba

When I talk about change management in organisations, I usually like to stress three main points: One – change is constant. Even while you are in the middle of one process, other processes are already underway. Sometimes you can predict what lies ahead, but other times, you cannot. Two – change is emotional. Like it or not, change is about gain, but it is also about loss. It doesn't matter that the goal posts spell out a bigger, brighter, more efficient future . . . before yo

Most people see the year out, wipe the slate clean, and then define resolutions that will hopefully set the tone for the new year. I am not knocking the tradition, but it doesn't work for me. I am much more motivated by pressure, and looming targets that need to be reached. Something like a two-week countdown to the year end - now that's a deadline that sets the juices flowing. A bit of background... A little over a year ago, without too much fanfare and very little planning