The Optimisitic Realist: How to Balance Optimism and Realism During Change – Part 2

  "Leaders who invest in building capability don’t just prepare people for change—they empower them to sustain it." – Adapted from Zenger & Folkman. In our 5C Responsibilities of Change Leaders, we’ve already explored Commitment Building and Collaboration. This month, we turn to the third 'C': Capability Developing—a responsibility often underestimated yet critical for long-term change su...

  In two recent LinkedIn posts, I discussed the importance of being intentional and focused on promoting collaboration during periods of transformation and change.  A common issue I encounter in organizations is the lack of executive leaders and sponsors who model collaborative behaviors. This absence of role modelling often reflects in their teams, with a negative impact on the realizable ...

Why Commitment Building Matters for Change Leaders In every successful change, there’s a turning point—when people stop resisting and start engaging. That turning point is commitment. While awareness and understanding of a change may get people in the room, it’s their commitment that fuels momentum, resilience, and sustained action. While resistance management focuses on addressing barrie...