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Episode Synopsis
Change is never easy, but it doesn’t have to be chaotic. In this video, Sean breaks down what really makes change management work, starting with identifying the gaps, building a solid plan, and most importantly, communicating it in a way that actually sticks. He shares why teams often resist change, how leadership plays a massive role in guiding people through it, and why so many initiatives fail before they even get off the ground. It’s not just about managing change; it’s about leading it the right way.
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 241 | 08.05.2025
Episode Title: Managing Change
Key Moments
0:00 - Introduction to change management and initial challenges
1:31 - Gap assessment, planning, and communication importance
3:07 - Reinforcement, alignment, and communication scaling
4:38 - Challenges in organizations and dealing with resistance
7:06 - Reasons for failure and the role of leadership in change initiatives
8:52 - Final thoughts on change management
Key Takeaways
Effective change management requires thorough understanding of existing workflows and systems on both sides of an integration.
Tailoring communication styles to different departments and consistently reinforcing the change helps maintain alignment and momentum.
Leadership accountability and holding team members responsible for their roles in the change process are crucial for successful implementation.
Host: Sean Barnes
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Podcast Show Notes – Episode 241 | 08.05.2025
Episode Title: Managing Change
Key Moments
0:00 - Introduction to change management and initial challenges
1:31 - Gap assessment, planning, and communication importance
3:07 - Reinforcement, alignment, and communication scaling
4:38 - Challenges in organizations and dealing with resistance
7:06 - Reasons for failure and the role of leadership in change initiatives
8:52 - Final thoughts on change management
Key Takeaways
Effective change management requires thorough understanding of existing workflows and systems on both sides of an integration.
Tailoring communication styles to different departments and consistently reinforcing the change helps maintain alignment and momentum.
Leadership accountability and holding team members responsible for their roles in the change process are crucial for successful implementation.
Host: Sean Barnes
Website: https://www.wolfexecutives.com
https://www.seanbarnes.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolfexecutives
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
LinkedIn Newsletter:
https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7284600567593684993/
Register for the Wolf Leadership Series: https://lnkd.in/gbuJKXSj
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
Twitter: https://x.com/the_seanbarnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/wolfexecutives
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
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