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Communicating Complex Change: Techniques for Engaging Change Champions
EXECUTIVE BRIEF

Communicating Complex Change: Techniques for Engaging Change Champions

About this Executive Brief

Navigating change within an organization can be a daunting task, fraught with challenges such as resistance from employees, communication breakdowns, and the complexity of implementing new technologies. These obstacles can hinder progress and make it difficult to achieve strategic goals. However, with the right approach and tools, these challenges can be transformed into opportunities for growth and innovation.

Acting as catalysts for strategic alignment and amplifying internal communications, change champions play a pivotal role in
managing and driving effective organizational change. By identifying, mobilizing, and empowering these individuals, organizations
can achieve sustainable change and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

This guide delves into the strategies and techniques necessary to leverage change champion networks for driving transformation. With insights from thought leader Silvia Cambie, a Digital Communication and Change Expert with experience at Wipro and IBM, you will learn how to harness the power of these networks to support the adoption of innovative new technologies like generative AI.

Through real-world examples, this guide provides practical tips for overcoming resistance, engaging sceptics, and effectively communicating complex changes. Additionally, it offers methods to measure the impact and success of your change initiatives, ensuring sustained progress and long-term benefits for your organization. Whether you are an HR practitioner, internal comms professional, or involved in change management and digital transformation, this guide will equip you with the tools and knowledge to turn change champion management into a key pillar of your transformation strategy.

Author

 Christine Kendall

Christine Kendall

Content Marketing Manager, Poppulo

Contributors

Silvia Cambie

Silvia Cambie

Digital Communication and Change Expert, formerly of Wipro and IBM

Caroline Daly

Caroline Daly

General Manager, Employee Communications

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