Change Management for Managers in Times of Restructuring & Redundancies

About

Do you know how to undertake a fair selection and consultation process?
Can you deal with unions and review the statutory procedures regarding dismissal that apply to restructuring and redundancy?
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
• Enable you to plan and implement a successful change and transition process for the people and the organisation
To cope with the effects of a global economic tsunami, organisations are under increasing pressure to remain profitable and efficient - with some organisations resorting to restructuring or (insolvency)which involves selling off or closing off unprofitable portions of the company - resulting in staff redundancy.
Restructuring and redundancies are often met with resistance. Nevertheless, it’s a situation that requires swift action by management.
Managing the human elements of change in times of restructuring and redundancies could prove to be one of the most challenging processes that managers will have to undertake.
Redundancy can be one of the most stressful life experiences for individuals who are directly affected. A good manager and company will endeavour to put in place concrete actions to support and assist people through the change process.
Early preparation is integral to the success of what could be an adverse situation.
Change Management for Managers in Times of Restructuring & Redundancies is designed to help you plan and prepare for what can be a stressful situation. You will come away from the course with useful guidelines on how to deliver the news whilst maintaining good employee relations and morale to ensure a smooth and streamlined process.
SEVEN GREAT REASONS
1.  Identify the challenges and issues pertinent to the change and transition process
2.  Understand how and why it’s important for leaders to manage the human element of the change process
3.  Develop strategies and action plans to increase positive attitude to change whilst reducing stress levels
4.  Identify and overcome barriers and resistance to change
5.  Plan and engage in actions at all stages of the grief cycle to ensure coping mechanisms are in place by those affected
6.  Implement a successful change and transition process
7.  Gain insights and professional guidance from an expert in change management

Outline

Successfully managing the Challenges and Issues during the Change Process
• Understanding and maximising the 8 major factors of transition success
• Understanding the change and transition processes and what is required to allow the organisation and people to move forward
• Identifying the role that leadership plays in managing possible impact on individuals affected/not affected by redundancy
• Creating concrete actions and strategies at all stages of the grief cycle
• Implementing the change process
• Utilising tools to break through barriers to change and resistance
Consultation Process
• The 5 essential activities that reduce stress and increase appreciation of change
• Assessing readiness to change
• Using this time of change as an opportunity to review career and personal achievements
• Interaction with groups and individuals, core strategies for achieving better buy-in and engagement
Communicating Change
• Deliver the ‘bad news” – authentic speak
• Creating effective communication strategy for communication styles, audiences and key clients throughout the change process
• Motivation and optimism in change, retaining key individuals
• How to deal with negative reactions, confrontations and resistance to change

Facilitator

Penny Holden

Penny Holden has over 18 years in the field of learning and development as trainer, leader, manager, coach and programme designer. Operating in New Zealand, the UK and Australia, Penny has the enviable position of having trained in all sectors (private, government, corporate, NGOs) and across most industries. She brings this in-depth knowledge and experience to offer insightful, rigorous and highly practical and motivating training.

Her training programmes are packed with practical ideas, tools, up-to-date information and strategies for success. She actively works with participants to make training as individual and valuable as possible, ensuring a return on investment. Programme expertise includes leadership and management training, and developing people capability and organisational effectiveness at all levels.

Penny Holden is also facilitating:

In-house Training

Do you have a number of staff who would benefit from this course? Find out more about running Change Management for Managers in Times of Restructuring & Redundancies , in-house at your organisation or ask us about our team training discounts:

Contact Lone M Tapp (Director, Bright*Star Training) on 09 912 3610 or fill in the form below.

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Do you have a number of staff who would benefit from this course? Find out more about running Change Management for Managers in Times of Restructuring & Redundancies , in-house at your organisation or ask us about our team training discounts:

Contact Lone M Tapp (Director, Bright*Star Training) on 09 912 3610 or fill in the form below.