Happy New Year! 2020 was a year filled with unexpected twists, turns and rapid change. In this two-part season finale we discuss how our world has dramatically changed since the events of 2020 and look ahead to 2021.For us, a part of looking ahead involves looking back. In 2019, we were joined by Julia Mackay, who shared best practices from a successful vaccination program for the HPV vaccine in Scotland. HPV is the disease that causes cervical cancer in women. With the current COVID-19 vaccines undergoing approval and being rolled out, we have included this episode as it offers a change manager&apos;s perspective on the complexities of managing vaccine roll-outs.  Part 1: 2020 Reflections & Looking Ahead Part 2: HPV Vaccine Campaign in Scotland (Starts at 11min)We want to hear from you!  Continue the Conversation: www.ChangeOutLoud.com

Change Out Loud (formerly "Change Nerds")

S3:E15 Bye Bye 2020, Hello 2021! (Season Finale)

Are you having fun? Change is complicated but that doesn't mean you can't be creative and make it fun for everyone involved. In today's episode, Kara and Adnan discuss three ways Change Manager's can incorporate fun into their programs. GamificationCelebrating WinsLaughing & Connecting with PeopleWe want to hear from you! How have you incorporated fun into your work?Continue the Conversation: www.ChangeOutLoud.com

S3:E14 Don't Forget To Have Fun

In this episode, we discuss why accessible design must be top of mind for all change practitioners. Whether it is neurodiversity, a person living with color blindness, or a person who uses an alternate method of communication, our design decisions greatly impact how others are able to consume and understand our content. Key takeaways from this discussion include the following best practices:Differentiate Beyond Color OnlyTest Your Content with Accessibility In MindProgram for Accessibility Readers (i.e. Reading Tables)Add Metadata & Alt Text to Photos and ImagesLeverage APIs and ToolsUpskill and Learn Best PracticesWe want to hear from you! How are you incorporating accessibility into your design?Continue the Conversation: www.ChangeOutLoud.com

S3:E13 Accessible Design is Good Design

COVID-19 has created unexpected downtime for many companies and their people. On this episode, we discuss how we can make the most of this downtime by investing in the skills that will be in high demand in 6-12 months. We are joined by Portia Nacinopa, a Hong Kong based training leader, to discuss opportunities. Key takeaways, include: As LeadersView Downtime as an Opportunity Think Ahead: What Skills Will Your Workforce Need in 6-12 Months?Training Budgets: Don’t Cancel, Renegotiate Contracts with Vendors and Consider Online PlatformsPartner with Your Training Teams to Plan & Execute As IndividualsAsk Yourself: What Skills Do You Want to Invest In?Step Outside of Your Comfort Zone Consider Joining Professional Associations Take that Extra Step and Get Certified Guest Information: Portia Nacinopa (View LinkedIn) is a Hong Kong based training professional specialising in the design and delivery of technology training programs for legal professionals at internationally recognised law firms. Portia has held various roles in the technology, learning and development, and change management domains in the legal and financial services sectors. Continue the Conversation: www.ChangeOutLoud.com

S3:E12 Leaning Into Learning & Development During Downtime

On this episode, we make the case for why companies should favour an up-skill and redeploy strategy over redundancy. Dilli Ching, a Sydney based aviation contact centre management and transformation leader, joins us to discuss her experience in pitching workforce redeployment strategies to senior executives and implementing them successfully.Key Takeaways:Think Beyond P&L: Shape a Forward Looking People StrategyEmbrace Experimentation & Leverage Data  Get To Know Your People, Their Transferable Skills, and Hidden TalentsUp-skilling Can Be Cost Effective in the Long RunYour Workforce Will Be Fiercely LoyalGuest Information: Dilli Ching (view LinkedIn) is a Change Management MBA candidate with over 21 years of experience in contact centre management and transformation within the aviation industry. Her industry experience covers numerous airlines including Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, and Air New Zealand. She has previously held the role of global head of operations and commercial partnerships and also has experience in travel start-ups. Continue the Conversation: www.ChangeOutLoud.com

S3:E11 The Case for Investing In Your People

Decision making can be time consuming and incredibly stressful. In this episode, we discuss the realties of decision making and a few easy to adopt best practices to avoid decision making fatigue. Plan for Plan B: Don't Be Over-Confident In How Things Will GoTake a Learner's PostureEliminate the Unlikely Scenarios Add Science In The Form of Probabilities Get Comfortable with Asking for HelpLean Into Your Guiding Principles Visit Our Website and Continue the Conversation: www.changeoutloud.com Resources Referenced:Hungry Judge Case Study: https://www.nature.com/news/2011/110411/full/news.2011.227.html HBR: https://hbr.org/2018/01/3-ways-to-improve-your-decision-makingLearn Probabilities: https://www.khanacademy.org/math/statistics-probability

S3:E10 Decision Making Fatigue Is Real

Sandi Boucher is an internationally recognized speaker, author, activist and advocate for Indigenous self-determination and reconciliation. Sandi joins us today to discuss the Seven Grandfather Teachings of the Anishinaabeg Nation, and how we can lean into them to inform our career choices, strategic life decisions and overall wellness. TRUTH (DEBWEWIN) HUMILITY (DABASENDIZIWIN)RESPECT (MANAAJI’IDIWIN)LOVE (ZAAGI’IDIWIN) HONESTY (GWAYAKWAADIZIWIN)COURAGE/BRAVERY (ZOONGIDE’EWIN) WISDOM (NIBWAAKAAWIN) More About Our Guest: Sandi Boucher is a proud member of Seine River First Nation in northern Ontario, Canada. Sandi is a storyteller, with an expansive body of work including inspirational videos, motivational speeches, and is available for virtual & in-person seminars. Please visit www.sandiboucher.com Visit Our Website to Subscribe for Free and Continue the Conversation: www.changeoutloud.com 

S3:E9 Leading Change with the 7 Grandfather Teachings

Amy Watson joins us to discuss the importance of mind, body, and nutrition, in recharging and building resilience.Recharge Requires Intent & Purpose | A Positive Mindset is Key | Schedule Your Rest: Listen To Your Body & Mind | Find Your Zen: Rushing From One Activity to Another is Counterproductive | Everyone’s ‘Happy Place’ and Threshold for Resilience is Different | Food is Fuel: Balance Your Intake Based On What Your Body NeedsContinue the Conversation on www.ChangeOutLoud.ComAbout Our Guest: Amy Watson is a Hong Kong based Liquidity Solutions Specialist for a major American Bank who balances a demanding career with her passion for fitness and nutrition. She holds a Crossfit Level 1 certification, competes in regional fitness events and is currently studying to be a certified nutritionist to help others live their best lives. View LinkedIn Profile 

S3:E8 Building Resilience Through Mind, Body, and Nutrition

Ian Barkin, an expert in Robotics Process Automation (“RPA”), joins us to share his insights and discuss the realities of implementing RPA in your organization.Manage Expectations & Avoid RPA Exuberance | Automating a Bad Process Just Creates a Faster Bad Process | Establish a Center of Excellence (COE) that Understands the Spectrum of Stakeholders including within IT | Call in the Experts | Agile and RPA Can CoexistView Ian’s LinkedIn Learning Courses & Podcast: Introducing RPA | RPA, AI & Cognitive Tech for Leaders | &apos;RPA is NOT about the Robot&apos; Blog | OneTAKE Video PodcastContinue the Conversation on www.ChangeOutLoud.Com

S3:E7 RPA: Your New Robot Coworker? Not Exactly.

Let&apos;s Talk Digital: What is often lost in the digital transformation conversation is that with the right focus and approach, incumbent firms actually have a considerable advantage. In today&apos;s episode, we explore how incumbent firms can be successful in driving digital transformation. Key Takeaways: Smaller Pilots Over Monolithic Programs | Focus on One Process & Iterate | Avoid The Metric Rabbit Hole | Engage Your People | Unlock The Power of Your Data with Diverse Teams That Bring a Unique Mix of Capabiltiies | Broaden Your View of the  Competitive Landscape Continue the conversation by visiting www.ChangeOutLoud.com

S3:E6 Digital Transformation Isn't Like Climbing Everest

Originally recorded in May 2020: Today, we discuss popular internet memes making the rounds and why they are relevant and relatable in today's era of prolonged periods of working from home and COVID-19 related restrictions.Key Takeaways: Be Open to Exploring New Ways of Working (Hint: Maybe the Meeting Can be an Email) | Check In With Yourself: What Do You Need To Remain Engaged & Motivated? | Be Kind to Yourself and Others | Find Structure In Your New Routine | Take a Break - Remember to UnplugContinue the conversation on the Change Nerd Community, visit www.ChangeNerd.comEmail us at Kara@ChangeNerd.com or Adnan@ChangeNerd.com

S3:E5 What The Meme?

In today's episode, James Clark joins Kara and Adnan to discuss Diversity and Inclusion. Key Takeaways:Value the hustle: Giving people opportunities to earn results. Invest in training and education rather than hiring for polish. Give people the freedom to pursue new ideas and you might be surprised at the outcome.Establish a compelling "Why" and be ready to create unbiased processes to reinforce your commitment to diversity and inclusion. Not a one and done: We must continuously hold ourselves accountable to building authentically inclusive cultures, and not treat it as a checkbox exercise.D&I is both the right thing to do and an investment in your company's future.How are your organization's embracing D&I? Continue the conversation on the Change Nerd Community, visit www.ChangeNerd.comEmail us at Kara@ChangeNerd.com or Adnan@ChangeNerd.com

S3:E4 Embracing Diversity & Inclusion (D&I)

Continue the conversation on the Change Nerd Community, visit www.ChangeNerd.comIn today’s episode, we discuss how you can set your business apart by recognizing and empowering your front-line staff during a crisis. Key Takeaways:An empowered culture is built over timeClearly articulate what concessions can be offered to customersTrust your teams to use their best judgement to solve problemsRecognition will remain a valuable motivator Be flexible and listen to your staffMaintain a positive attitude - it starts with you!Have you had a great customer service experience recently? Let us know, email us at Kara@ChangeNerd.com or Adnan@ChangeNerd.com

S3:E3 Empowering Your Front Line Staff During a Crisis

COVID-19 has meant changing how we complete day to day work, and even how we live our lives and interact with others. A question Change Manager's are faced with: The initiative that was a key priority for my organization a month ago, is it still important today? Continue the conversation on the Change Nerd Community (www.ChangeNerd.com)Key Takeaways:Revisit your program risks and assumptions from the lens of a ‘post COVID-19’ world, do the assumptions still hold true today?Does your program still rank as a key priority when compared to the entire portfolio of initiatives for your organization?Based on your answers:As change managers you will likely find an opportunity to pivot.You will want to proactively partner with leaders and sponsors to identify where you and your team capabilities can be redeployed to address the higher priority focus. This unprecedented situation is testing the very foundation of global work and will without a doubt reshape business moving forward. Continue the conversation on the Change Nerd Community (www.ChangeNerd.com)Email the host: Kara@ChangeNerd.com or Adnan@ChangeNerd.com

S3:E2 Does My Initiative Still Matter?

Today we discuss how to provide clarity and direction during a time of crisis. Key TopicsEvery Crisis is a Learning Opportunity Navigating COVID-19: We are all writing the playbook together Distributed teams are well positioned for this challenge This is an opportunity to elevate your team and to show up as a valued partnerCommunicate, Communicate, Communicate! What you know and what you don&apos;t know. Acknowledge this is not business as usualBe compassionate and flexibleListen to your people - what are they doing to collaborate outside of the workplace? Can those best practices be adopted in the workplace.Leading with IntegrityRecognise your own &apos;fight or flight&apos; triggers Remain solutions oriented - the situation is evolving rapidly, remember to reorient to your goal Lead with integrity and build trust with your partnersHow are you leading in this crisis? Let us know! Email us: Kara@ChangeNerd.com and Adnan@ChangeNerd.com  

S3:E1 Leading During a Crisis

Self proclaimed Change Nerds, Kara Sundar and Adnan Ali, discuss the hot topics and realities of managing organizational change.

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Change Out Loud (formerly "Change Nerds")

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