Virtual Workshop - Leading Change with Empathy: Navigating the Human Journey

Leading Change with Empathy: Navigating the Human Journey

Change is inevitable, but how we navigate the human side of change makes all the difference in achieving lasting success. This workshop focuses on the emotional, psychological, and behavioral aspects of change, offering strategies to effectively guide individuals and teams through transitions. Participants will explore key models like Kotter’s 8 Steps for Leading Change and Bridges' Transition Model to understand how people react to change, how to manage resistance, and how to provide the support needed for a smooth transition.

Through practical tools, empathetic leadership techniques, and insights into the human dynamics of change, participants will learn how to foster engagement, reduce resistance, and sustain momentum. This workshop empowers leaders to not only implement change but to truly support the individuals who are affected by it, ensuring that change is embraced and thrives within the organization.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understanding Human Reactions to Change: Gain insight into the emotional and psychological responses individuals have to change and how to effectively navigate these reactions to foster acceptance and engagement.
2. Empathetic Leadership for Change: Learn strategies to lead with empathy, supporting individuals through the transition process, managing resistance, and creating an environment where change can thrive.
3. Practical Tools for Successful Transitions: Apply proven models like Kotter’s 8 Steps and Bridges' Transition Model to guide your organization through change, ensuring a smoother, more sustainable transformation.

Tickets:
$30 Inforum Members
$80 Guests
CI Gratis tickets may be used.

Thank you to our facilitator: 

Kimberly Houston brings over 35 years of leadership experience spanning business, philanthropy, and fund development. A Dow Corning retiree, Kimberly served as Chief Diversity Officer, Global Community Relations Leader, and President of the Dow Corning Foundation. She is a passionate advocate for community leadership and effective organizational growth. Through her consultancy and coaching, she focuses on exemplary leadership, performance excellence and organizational strategy, championing cultures that motivate, engage, and energize diverse talents to drive success. Kimberly is a certified coach, an Unconscious Bias facilitator, and holds advanced certification in Cultural Intelligence and Applied Positive Psychology.

About Inforum Workshops

Inforum workshops are structured, interactive learning sessions designed to help participants develop specific skills, knowledge, or competencies. These sessions are ideal for real-world application of concepts and foster collaboration and problem-solving. Workshops can range from two to four-hours in length.

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