Training Programs

Leading Change (State Government)


This program has been specifically designed for managers and administrative state legislative employees who work in environments that are experiencing rapid change. In the last few years, many legislatures have been challenged by the election of new members, increased customer and member demands, downsizing of staffs, combined departments and activities, redesigned systems and procedures, new management teams, budget cuts, or a refocused organizational culture. The staff and administrative team members that emerge as leaders are the ones who embrace and master these changes successfully.

Each member of your team is affected by the accelerated pace of change that has taken place over the last decade. Some members will merely survive the winds of change, often struggling every step of the way. Others will thrive on change, seizing every opportunity to learn, grow and improve your organization. This program is designed to help supervisors, managers, and employees learn the secrets of "thriving" during change and ensuring a strong and successful future for your organization.

Objective:

Participants will acquire the skills to survive and thrive in a rapidly changing environment and to design and successfully implement a change strategy.


Key Topics:

• Dealing with personal and organizational change
• Identifying the stages of change
• Typical responses to change
• What shapes our views toward change?
• Overcoming the stress and anxiety of change
• Language reflects our approach to change...maintaining a positive mental attitude
• The role of personal empowerment in the change process
• Aim frame or blame frame...where do I/we go from here?
• Change starts from the inside out...five keys for dealing with personal and organizational change
• Designing an Action Plan to successfully lead others through change