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Action Step – From Command & Control to Inspire & Influence: A New Paradigm for Leading Change
The Alliance’s Action Steps are designed to assist organizations with implementing practical strategies and policies related to diversity and flexibility. Members can access full versions of all of the Alliance’s Action Steps in the Member Resource Center.
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the way we lead organizational change is undergoing a profound transformation. The traditional command and control approach is giving way to a more nuanced, people-centric model of leadership focused on inspiration and influence. This shift is not just a trend; it’s a necessary evolution in how we navigate the complexities of modern organizational dynamics.
The command and control leadership style, characterized by top-down directives and rigid hierarchies, has long been the default approach for many organizations. However, the limitations of this model have become increasingly apparent, especially in the wake of recent global events…
The new paradigm of leadership focuses on inspiring change rather than dictating it. This approach recognizes that sustainable change comes from within – it’s about shifting mindsets and motivations, not just behaviors.
Key aspects of this leadership style include:
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Action Step – Framework for Affinity Group Meetings
The Alliance’s Action Steps are designed to assist organizations with implementing practical strategies and policies related to diversity and flexibility. Members can access full versions of all of the Alliance’s Action Steps in the Member Resource Center.
Effectively running affinity group meetings presents a valuable opportunity to enhance member engagement and drive meaningful impact, especially in today’s hybrid environments. A well-designed meeting framework can help affinity group leaders maximize this opportunity, fostering deeper connections, facilitating learning, and spurring action. By implementing the following 5-part structure, you can create more purposeful and effective affinity group meetings that align with your group’s mission and goals while providing an engaging experience for all participants.
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Action Step – Leveraging Generational Differences
The Alliance’s Action Steps are designed to assist organizations with implementing practical strategies and policies related to diversity and flexibility. Members can access full versions of all of the Alliance’s Action Steps in the Member Resource Center.
With five generations working side-by-side, there’s a lot of talk about generational differences and how that affects work preferences. Expert Chris DeSantis recently led a very informative “Embracing Generational Diversity” Signature Seminar for the Alliance, during which he discussed generational perspectives and how these different perspectives can be beneficial to a team. With so many generations in the workplace, it is truly in everyone’s best interest to work respectfully with each other to leverage everyone’s strengths. We discuss a framework below to help cross-generational teams work successfully.
Members: continue reading this Action Step in the Member Resource Center
To read this entire Action Step become a member of the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance. To learn more contact Manar Morales.