It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but the most responsive to change – Charles Darwin (1809-1882).

Organisations and individuals that embrace change grow and thrive while those who do not, struggle and fail. But what is Change, really? What are the basic principles that underpin change in individuals, teams, organisations and the wider context?

This facilitated experiential workshop is designed to introduce you to some useful models and the ‘how to’ of sustainable change management that wins hearts and minds. We'll explore a number of useful approaches that can give you the confidence to conceptualise, initiate and sustain the direction, focus and nature of change in your organisation.

But knowing the models is not enough – they have to translate into change that is felt and lived in day-to-day culture. This workshop is designed to give you a good understanding of the field. You will also have the opportunity to share your experiences and select how you will further develop your skills as agents of change. We pay particular attention to organisational storytelling, communications, ritual and branding and provide a framework for an entire change management process from concept through to post evaluation.

Attendees will also receive a copy of ‘The Art and Science of Change’, a valuable resources for change practitioners. Additionally, the networking opportunities at this event creates significant possibilities for creative interchange between delegates. During the facilitated workshop we engage the following topics:

• What is Change?
• The Art and Science of Change – sustainable, conscious innovation
• Change in individuals, teams and organisations
• Thinking about Change – frameworks, models and trends in Change Management
• Change and Game Theory – practical case studies
• Systems Dynamics and General Systems Theory – Frameworks for Systemic Change
• Organising Principles – The Story and Metaphor
• Networking and Practical Ideas for Change Managers & Change Agents
• The Business Case for Change – ‘hard’ and ’soft’ outcomes
• Participation and Change- ensuring engagement in the process
• Feedback and Organisational Learning
• The Art of Memory – Innovative Communication that supports change efforts and wins hearts and minds
• Approaches to Change in large organisations including case studies
• Democratic principles in hierarchical structures, alternative forms of organisational design for African companies
• The Change Management Strategy – Setting Objectives and meeting outcomes
• Networking and Practical Ideas for Change Managers and Change Agents including use of social networking technologies in change management

Who should attend?

Trade union representatives, Organizational Leadership, Senior Management, HR Management, Negotiators/ mediators/ arbitrators, Government officials, Change Agents/Catalysts, Culture specialists

All participants in the The Art and Science workshop receive a copy of the Art and Science of Change workbook previewed here...

The Art and Science of Change is available here under the Google Books programme.

Please email steve@storytelling.co.za for booking.