Day 1:
Foundations of Innovation and Change Management
Introduction to Innovation and Change Management: Overview of innovation concepts, change management frameworks, and their relevance in modern business.
Theories of Change and Innovation: Exploring key models, including Kotter’s 8-Step Change Model and Christensen’s Disruption Theory.
The Role of Leadership in Driving Change: How effective leadership is essential to successful innovation and change initiatives.
Assessing Organizational Readiness for Change: Tools and techniques for evaluating whether an organization is prepared for change.
Day 2:
Dynamic Thinking and Problem-Solving Techniques
Defining Dynamic Thinking: What it means and how it differs from conventional thinking.
Creative Problem Solving Techniques: Methods like brainstorming, mind mapping, and lateral thinking to tackle complex problems.
Decision-Making in a Dynamic Environment: Frameworks for making strategic decisions under uncertainty and rapid change.
Agility and Adaptability in Leadership: Developing skills to remain flexible and adjust to shifting business needs.
Day 3:
Innovation Strategies and Driving Change
Building a Culture of Innovation: Key strategies for creating an environment where innovation thrives.
Developing and Implementing Innovation Strategies: Crafting and rolling out strategies that drive innovation across the organization.
Resistance to Change: Understanding and addressing common obstacles to change in organizations.
Managing Organizational Change: Techniques for planning, executing, and monitoring change initiatives.
Day 4:
Aligning Innovation and Change with Organizational Goals
Strategic Alignment of Innovation: Ensuring that innovation efforts are aligned with the strategic vision and mission of the organization.
KPIs and Metrics for Success: Setting measurable objectives and tracking the success of innovation and change initiatives.
Building Effective Teams for Innovation and Change: How to structure teams for success in change management and innovation.
Managing Risks in Innovation and Change: Identifying and mitigating risks associated with new initiatives.
Day 5:
Focus, Execution, and Achieving Sustainable Success
Setting Clear Goals and Priorities: Techniques for focusing on key priorities to drive successful outcomes.
Execution Excellence: Turning innovation and change strategies into action with clear accountability and deliverables.
Measuring and Celebrating Success: Tools for evaluating outcomes, learning from successes, and celebrating achievements.
Final Strategy Session: Developing a personal action plan for implementing learned strategies in the participant's organization.
