3 common types of disconnection

We all watch out for the common derailers of change when we are leading it, like poor communication and lack of involvement, but what aren’t you watching out for?

Our article draws your attention to the leadership team itself, specifically the disconnection between the leadership team and the wider organisation and the detrimental impact it’s having on your change. We delve into the three common types of disconnection:

1. People’s real concerns

It’s easy to get sucked into the leadership bubble. Only thinking about change from your perspective and pursuing your own strategic objectives. More often than not we are unconsciously in this bubble until something happens, and the bubble bursts, catching us off-guard and unprepared.

It’s important that you create a safe environment where people feel comfortable raising their hand to express concerns or to ask for help. Also, don’t assume you know what people want, are concerned about and what they know. Set up a change forum and hear what people have to say.