Coaching Real Leaders

How Do I Lead Change When There Is Stakeholder Resistance?

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Dec 2, 2024
An experienced leader faces challenges in a new international change management role. Resistance from stakeholders complicates her mission, and discussions highlight the importance of collaboration and cultural understanding. Strategies for overcoming this resistance include fostering clear communication and addressing systemic biases. The journey emphasizes emotional resilience and reframing setbacks as opportunities for growth. Ultimately, it showcases how leaders can navigate tough transformations while maintaining their optimism and adaptability.
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ANECDOTE

Jessica's Transformation Challenge

  • Jessica, a senior executive, moved from Asia to Europe for a change management role.
  • The project aims to transform the organization, but she faces challenges.
INSIGHT

Mindset Change Gap

  • The transformation project delivered efficient numbers but failed to change mindsets.
  • Jessica aimed to shift people to a collaborative, digital-focused approach.
INSIGHT

Misaligned Expectations

  • The team lacked a shared understanding of the target picture for the transformation.
  • Different stakeholders had varying expectations about the required changes and outcomes.
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