Sustainable Transformation: Maximising The Impact Of People

Use proven techniques to engage people with your vision and activate them to drive lasting change.

What you'll learn

Develop a deep understanding of sustainable transformation and the critical factors that make or break it - empowering you to drive transformational change.

Dive into human behaviour and interpersonal dynamics. Learn to influence these aspects effectively. This will increase your capacity for transformation.

Develop powerful communication strategies that activate and unite people around an irresistible vision and enhance your transformation leadership skills.

Learn about the subtle power of implicit communication and how mastering it can reduce resistance, increase alignment and enhance your transformation leadership

Equip yourself with practical tools and knowledge to become a successful change agent and source of inspiration for transformation in a rapidly evolving world.

Requirements

Everyone can be a change agent - as we'll illustrate throughout the course with real-life examples. So all you need for this course is an interest or desire to lead or inspire change. With this course, you'll strengthen your ability to lead or inspire lasting change and make a positive impact.

Whether you are envisioning sustainable practices, inclusion and diversity, or perhaps digitalisation for your organisation, you need people to support your ideas. This programme will help you unite people around your vision and inspire sustainable change.

Description

Did you know that 70% of transformations fail? That's not just a number - it means the end of businesses, lost jobs and damaged careers. The research-based explanation for this alarming failure rate? It's usually a lack of support. Transformation is not just about strategies, systems and structures - it's about people. That means there's no one-size-fits-all blueprint. And that every transformation is unique. Our approach emphasises the people side of change - because we believe that is where the magic happens. We also believe that everyone can be a change agent - as we'll demonstrate with real-life examples.So, equip yourself with practical tools and knowledge to be a successful change agent. Use our content as a comprehensive menu - pick and choose what fits your specific context.7 modules. Each focuses on a specific aspect of successful transformation.46 videos of approximately 2 minutes each, with additional learning in the downloads.Powerful tools and proven techniques from the fields of leadership, culture, behavior, change, psychology, alignment and communication.Practical models, checklists, additional material and links to academic literature and videos.Real-life examples and stories from organisations that have successfully transformed.Presented in a light-hearted, jargon-free and simple way. But don't be fooled: it's only simple in tone. The content is highly informative and based on science, literature and our combined years of experience.Bonus: a tool to help you turn your idea into a powerful vision: the Vision Validator GPT. Because your journey as a change maker begins with a compelling vision that inspires action.What will you gain from watching our videos?A deep understanding of sustainable transformation - enabling you to be a driver of lasting change.Insights into human behavior and interpersonal dynamics. This will help you tackle the 'people side' of transformation.The skills and tools to create an irresistible vision and powerful strategies to rally people around it.Critical communication strategies, including the subtle power of implicit communication and how mastering it can reduce resistance, increase alignment and enhance your transformation leadership.Get ready to drive sustainable transformation. Join us in our programme and prepare to make ripples in your organization and beyond!

Overview

Section 1: Introducing the topic and the trainers

Lecture 1 Introduction to sustainable business transformation

Section 2: Comprehending sustainable transformation and what is essential for success

Lecture 2 What is transformation? And why do so many fail?

Lecture 3 How are change and transformation different? Why is that important?

Lecture 4 Story: One of the most compelling transformation stories of our time

Lecture 5 Story: This transformation was the result of an employee-led initiative

Lecture 6 Roadmap for transformation: X-Curve model

Section 3: The power of vision in driving sustainable transformation

Lecture 7 What is vision? And why do you need one to drive transformation?

Lecture 8 How to formulate your vision: 8 essential criteria

Lecture 9 Creating a vision together

Lecture 10 Short summary of this section

Section 4: GRASP©: anticipating challenges, solutions, and impacts for people and planet

Lecture 11 GRASP: Exploring the implications of your vision

Lecture 12 Goals: Translating your vision into objectives

Lecture 13 Reality: Assessing your internal and external reality

Lecture 14 Adversity & Solutions: Anticipating obstacles and the potential solutions

Lecture 15 People & Planet: Considering the impact on others and the environment

Lecture 16 Short summary of this section

Section 5: Exploring the social and psychological dynamics in transformation efforts

Lecture 17 Exploring the social and psychological dimensions

Lecture 18 Are you imposing change or leveraging existing motion?

Lecture 19 SCARF: 5 causes of resistance

Lecture 20 The Big 5: A perspective on personality

Lecture 21 Creating a safe space for people to speak up

Lecture 22 Short summary of this section

Section 6: The power of storytelling: crafting transformative stories

Lecture 23 Inspiring action through the power of stories

Lecture 24 The benefits of using stories in your communications

Lecture 25 Real-life example: how a short story encouraged acceptance of change

Lecture 26 Once upon a time…why we remember stories better than facts

Lecture 27 Checklist: What makes a great story?

Lecture 28 Short summary of this section

Section 7: Mastering communication: a critical success factor for successful transformation

Lecture 29 Communication strategies to engage people in change

Lecture 30 Understanding of the basics of persuasive techniques

Lecture 31 The power of priming: smoothly introducing your vision

Lecture 32 The crucial role of first followers

Lecture 33 Navigating peer power

Lecture 34 Empowering (team) leaders

Lecture 35 Ambassadors of change: empowering key individuals

Lecture 36 The 'Fresh Start Effect': Kick-starting and sustaining change

Lecture 37 Inclusive communication: Getting every member of the team involved

Lecture 38 Short summary of this section

Section 8: Beyond words: How behaviour, resources and environment shape your transformation

Lecture 39 Understanding implicit communication

Lecture 40 Behaviour: Prompts, motivation, and capacity

Lecture 41 Mind the gap: The role of resources

Lecture 42 Reaffirming the vision through office design

Lecture 43 Use focus to direct the energy of your team(s)

Lecture 44 Short summary of this section

Section 9: Sustainable business transformation: closing video

Lecture 45 Ready to drive transformational change

Executives and managers: Professionals responsible for leading or implementing change who want to deepen their understanding and maximise the impact of people on their change initiatives.,Senior executives and business owners who want to lead their organisations to sustainable growth and need practical tools and strategies to navigate their people through complex changes.,Aspiring change agents: Individuals who are motivated to become catalysts for change in their organisations, communities or industries, regardless of their current role or level of experience.,Project managers and team leaders: Those responsible for managing projects and teams who need effective communication strategies and an understanding of their implicit communication to align their teams and contribute to transformation.,Communication managers and specialists: Professionals who want to enhance their strategic skills, gain a seat at the table in the dynamic and challenging professional environment of transformation, or inspire change within their organisations.,Professionals in HR roles who are integral to managing people and culture within organisations and who want to better understand how explicit and implicit communication can improve employee engagement in times of transformation.,Consultants and Coaches: Professionals advising organisations on change management and transformation, seeking advanced knowledge and practical tools to enhance their consulting practice.