Leading Through Change: The Engagement Edge
- hello32227
- Aug 22
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 26
Last month, we explored the power of building authentic connections with your team. Now, as we navigate an era of organizational change, those genuine relationships become your greatest asset in leading the change. This month, we are exploring how the trust and connections you’ve build can create a strong foundation for leadership that drives both team resilience and sustainable business growth.
Organizations with change-ready leaders are 5x more likely to successfully navigate major transitions without experiencing a decline in productivity. When leaders understand the importance of guiding others through times of uncertainty, they create a culture of adaptability that transforms challenges in to competitive advantages. Change in inevitable...is your leadership team positioned well to help your team navigate it successfully?
Change leadership isn’t about managing the process. It’s about empowering people to become partners in the transformation.
Key Insights
Leaders who communicate transparently during change initiatives see 67% higher employee buy-in and 40% faster implementation compared to those who rely on top-down directives without context.
Actionable Strategy: The ADAPT Framework
This month’s challenge: How do you lead your team through significant change while maintaining engagement, productivity, and trust?
Acknowledge: Recognize the emotional impact of change and openly validate team concerns
Discuss: Create an environment for honest dialog about challenges and opportunities
Align: Connect team initiatives to team values and individual development goals
Plan: Develop clear, achievable milestones with team input and ownership
Track: Monitor progress and celebrate wins while adjusting course as needed
3 Things to do This Week:
Momentum Monday:
Send a short message to your team to highlight one positive outcome.
Wisdom Wednesday:
Ask your team “What is one new skill you have developed this year that you are most proud of?”
Focus Friday:
Identify one upcoming change in your organization and create a simple communication plan using the ADAPT framework before sharing it.
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