Why Connection Comes Before Change | Change Series 1.4

This week, I explore the "Connection" phase of organisational change.

Episode Highlights

• The Change Series: Discover why connection is essential before diving into change.
• Understanding Challenges: Learn how building connections helps validate perceived challenges and explore them deeply.
• Building Trust and Readiness: Authentic connections foster psychological safety and organisational readiness—key ingredients for successful change.
• Avoiding Pitfalls: Early connection helps prevent biases and encourages open dialogue, setting a solid foundation.
• Practical Steps: Engage with your community—teachers, parents, and students—before implementing change.

Remember, connection and discovery are intertwined. If you feel connection is lacking, pause and focus on building that foundation first. This ensures sustainable and impactful change.

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About the host

Shane Leaning, an organisational coach based in Shanghai, supports international schools globally. He co-founded Work Collaborative and hosts the chat-topping school leadership podcast, Global Ed Leaders. Previously, he worked as Regional Head of Teaching Development for Nord Anglia Education. Passionate about empowering educators, he is currently co-authoring 'Change Starts Here.' As a CollectivEd Fellow, Teacher Development Trust Associate, and TEDx speaker, Shane has extensive experience in the UK and Asia and is a recognised voice in international education leadership. Learn more at shaneleaning.com.

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Shane Leaning, an organisational coach based in Shanghai, supports school leaders globally. Passionate about empowment, he is the author of the best-selling 'Change Starts Here.' Shane is a leading educational voice in the UK, Asia and around the world.

You can find Shane on LinkedIn and Bluesky. or shaneleaning.com

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