Change Management for Leaders: Preparing for an Unknown Future Course

Module 1: Course Introduction

• Welcome and introductions of participants and instructor
• Overview of course agenda and objectives
• Team presentations and class engagement expectations

Module 2: Understanding Change and Resistance

• Recognize natural reactions to organizational change
• Explore common roots of resistance to change
• Debrief initial team-based change exercise

Module 3: Stages and Impacts of Change

• Identify the five stages of change
• Use questionnaires to explore past and future change scenarios
• Share and analyze team responses and patterns

Module 4: Coaching Employees Through Change

• Apply effective communication and empathetic listening strategies
• Model positive behaviors to encourage adaptation
• Use change coaching tools to support employees

Module 5: Six Steps to Prepare for Change

• Step 1: Consider past change experiences and lessons learned
• Step 2: Understand the reasons behind the change
• Step 3: Assess implications of change for yourself and others
• Step 4: Identify and leverage personal and team strengths
• Step 5: Learn from others who have navigated change
• Step 6: Focus on cultivating a resilient mindset

Module 6: Application and Reflection

• Summarize course insights and personal growth
• Reflect on applying tools and strategies in real work settings
• Prepare action items for managing future change effectively