Coaching for Leaders 740: How to Lead Organizational Change, with Michael Bungay Stanier
257 snips
Jun 30, 2025 
Michael Bungay Stanier, best-selling author and host of Change Signal, shares vital insights on leading organizational change. He emphasizes that change can be messy and advocates for understanding the emotional realities involved. Michael discusses the importance of engaging team members rather than imposing compliance, suggesting that strategy should be a living conversation filled with experimentation. Drawing inspiration from Emily Dickinson, he highlights the importance of gradual truth-telling in the process of transformation.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Approach Change Slantwise
- Effective change requires coming at it 'slant': indirectly and with sensitivity, not a direct attack.
- Complexity means you must explore influence and trust pathways rather than forcing straightforward solutions.
Address Emotions Fully in Change
- Emotion is often acknowledged then dismissed during change, though it's a critical factor to address fully.
- Leaders typically expect people to leave feelings behind quickly, which undermines true change engagement.
Dual Nature of Change
- Individual and organizational change require different approaches and must be managed separately.
- Both behavior change and changing structures are needed for sustainable transformation.
