Most individuals are scared of change due to the uncertainty that it brings. Diana Kander, Mike Rayburn and Mike Walsh embrace change as an opportunity for growth and innovation, and we want to share with you how you can do the same.
In today's fast-paced business world, change is the only constant. Whether it's adapting to a new boss, implementing updated policies, integrating new technology, or troubleshooting unexpected challenges, organizations must navigate these transitions with agility and resilience to stay ahead of the curve. At cmi, we understand the importance of effective change management to help maintain productivity and a steady level of support, among all and any challenges. That's why we're here to support you every step of the way, ensuring that you can swiftly overcome obstacles and get back to what you do best: leaning into your skills and strengths to getting the job done.
When a team is experiencing a huge shift in the workplace, management teams typically focus on discussions, workflows, and processes to ensure a smooth execution of the transition. However, one crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is: the people.
How have your people reacted to the news? Are they excited? Are they nervous? Are they unsure of the next steps?
These are all questions you need to be asking amongst a transition in order to ensure a smooth one. Are you forgetting about the most important element that makes your company run the way it does: your people? For any organizational change to be embraced by the team, your people must understand why it's happening, the benefits it will bring, and how their roles will evolve as a result.
Diana Kander, Mike Rayburn and Mike Walsh have 3 insights to share with you on how to navigate this change, and how to navigate it efficiently, so that your team feels confident and empowered to take on any situation that comes their way.
Ask the Right Questions - Diana Kander
As a business development speaker and consultant, Diana Kander has helped create multi-billion dollar products, coached boards and executive committees on innovation best-practices, and implemented culture transformations. Diana has truly cracked the code on how Curiosity can serve as the catalyst for exponential growth, and she thrives on helping audiences understand that they can get better results if they learn how to ask better questions.
Diana Kander recounts a gripping tale of innovation and transformation within a hospital grappling with a persistent and daunting challenge. For years, the hospital faced a staggering number of deaths during the transport of children from the ICU to the hospital, seemingly without a viable solution in sight. However, a pivotal moment arose when a doctor, inspired by the efficiency of an F1 racing pit crew, dared to explore a unique approach. What unfolds next is nothing short of extraordinary as the hospital takes a bold leap and invites a pit crew team to share their expertise. Experience the remarkable journey as unexpected alliances form, innovative strategies emerge, and the impossible is achieved.
Diana Kander elevates her concept of "curiosity is a superpower", demonstrating how asking, not just the right questions, but also out-of-the-box questions, can unlock extraordinary solutions for your organization.
Get Better Every Day - Mike Rayburn
Mike Rayburn inspires a new mindset and real solutions for organizations who want to elevate, innovate and transform. Rayburn’s solutions are bold, effective and proven. The true inspiration, though lies in the experience Rayburn creates.
In this video, Mike unveils his powerful secret to achieving continual improvement within your organization, even amidst adversity. Embracing the philosophy of getting better every day by just 1%, Rayburn shows you how to apply this principle in challenging scenarios, such as facing thankless tasks or learning new technologies. His invaluable tool, which he simplifies for maximum impact, offers a transformative approach to overcoming obstacles. By leveraging this tool, individuals can sidestep negativity and skepticism, allowing them to bypass common barriers like resistance to change or limited resources.
Mike shares a transformative solution that promises to open up endless opportunities and significantly enhance results over time. Mike unveils the power of his one simple tool, demonstrating how its application can lead to remarkable growth and success for you and your team amongst any challenges that may surface.
The Value of What Your People Do - Mike Walsh
For the past twenty years, Mike Walsh has been a leading authority on disruptive innovation, digital transformation and new ways of thinking. A global nomad, futurist and author of three bestselling books, Mike advises some of the world’s biggest organizations on reinvention and change in this new era of machine intelligence.
Mike Walsh explains the rapidly changing landscape of technology and its profound impact on the workforce. With the rise of AI, traditional notions of labor and employment are being fundamentally reshaped, prompting a crucial question: "How many people do we really need?" Mike introduces the concept of talent density, emphasizing the importance of maximizing the value of each individual within an organization. He highlights the phenomenon of billion-dollar companies achieving remarkable success with relatively few employees. As AI disrupts traditional job roles, the focus shifts to identifying the valuable work that your employees perform.
Mike challenges viewers to leverage tools, platforms, and technology to ensure that employees are empowered to focus on high-value tasks, thereby optimizing their contributions to the organization's success. Are you and your organization reflecting on this evolving nature of work? How are you and your team adapting in the face of technological advancement?
