Read “Radical Change, the Quiet Way” .
1. Read “Radical Change, the Quiet Way” in your HBR 10 Must Reads on Change Management. In this article the authors discuss Disruptive Self-Expression, Verbal Jujitsu, Variable-term Opportunism, and Strategic Alliance Building. Define and discuss these change strategies. What are your thoughts on each one? Have you seen or personally used any of these strategies? Explain (1-page minimum). 2. Most, if not all, of you, will be involved in some aspect of organizational development during your career. The Organization Development Network has defined 141 competencies needed by those making organizational changes. Click on the 141 competencies and review the list. Review your own competencies against the lists provided by the OD Network. Where are you strong (identify five) and where would you be challenged (identify five)? Discuss why these would be strengths and challenges (1-page minimum). 4. During times of change, stress can be significant for employees. Retention and engagement must be considered and enhanced. Review the article, Employee Engagement & Loyalty Statistics: The Ultimate Collection. you will find a list of employee retention and engagement statistics. Which ones were surprising to you? Identify at least four. Which one(s) would fit your current or former organization?
