Short description
This practical text consists of a blend of theory, research evidence and case studies. The focus is on providing information and practical tools to people engaged in leading organizational change efforts as an executive, line manager, HR practitioner or change agent.
Long description
'Change Leadership' consists of a blend of theory, research evidence and case studies. The focus is on providing invaluable information and practical tools to people engaged in leading organizational change efforts as an executive, line manager, HR practitioner or change agent. This practical text for change practitioners has been written to complement the aims of the Institute of Management's Change Leadership course. It is grounded in organizational reality as well as having a sound theoretical setting. Illustrative case studies have been drawn from consultancy practice and a wide range of current research, focusing mainly on UK based organizations.
Review
...an excellent reference for those who are new to the topic and want a comprehensive introduction... - Personnel Today
Table of contents
- The context of the st century change leadership
- the context of change
- issues arising from external pressures for change
- the evolution of organization theory
- the human implications of change
- what is organizational culture
- designing and managing the change process
- approaches to change management
- the role of change agent
- the role of leaders
- planning and implementation
- communications
- evaluating the success of change efforts
- the outcomes of change journeys
- building a sustainable, high
- performance organization
- bringing people with you
- harnessing the energy of employees towards change
- conclusion
- making change a way of life