From the course: How to Lead and Inspire Change
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From the course: How to Lead and Inspire Change
Learn from others
- Different practices, policies, and communication styles all make up the culture of an organization, and so we must first learn from others and build relationships. And that brings me to an important aspect of leading change. You need to learn from others. You need to learn to talk the talk. Organizational language is a massive part of organizational culture. The type of humor, the language in emails, topics of conversation, all vary dramatically depending on the culture. I have been in some organizations that have a loud and joking presence and open communication in the office. I've been in other workplaces where quiet, focused, straightforward talk is the norm. You don't want to try to lead change in a hyper-focused, straightforward, quiet, and calm manner in a loud and joking team. They will be distracted from your change initiative by your presentation. Don't be disingenuous, but adjust where you can to speak…
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