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9 | 8 Essential Skills to Become a Transformational Change KATALYST™

An episode of the Chain of Learning: Leadership Strategies for Continuous Improvement and Transformational Change podcast, hosted by Katie Anderson, titled "9 | 8 Essential Skills to Become a Transformational Change KATALYST™" was published on January 24, 2024 and runs 40 minutes.

January 24, 2024 ·40m · Chain of Learning: Leadership Strategies for Continuous Improvement and Transformational Change

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Summary

Move from Technical Expert to Influential LeaderDo you want to move beyond being a tools or process improvement project “doer” or technical expert to a transformational change leader?  Have you wanted to step into greater influence and impact in your organization?Or perhaps you're a leader seeking to create broader organizational change but don't quite know how?Leading transformational change to create a high-performing culture or lead lean transformation requires you to pair your technical expertise with social and relational skills that will enable you to catalyze change and accelerate the rate of learning in your organization.In this episode we’ll explore the importance of your role as a transformational change agent and how you can step into greater impact by growing your leadership skills with my framework – the KATALYST™ model.“Katalyst” is a mix of the words “catalyst” and "kata" – it is someone who accelerates the rate of learning for organizational progress.Hit play to discover how you can step into your impact as a transformational leader and bridge the gap between where you are today and becoming an influential change Katalyst ™ in your organization. You'll Learn:The 8 leadership competencies in the KATALYST™ model  The difference between Catalyst versus “Katalyst”™The definition of “kata” as routines that support problem-solving and coaching for improvementHow to move from technical expert to influential leaderHow to get your senior team to buy into the vision for a people-centered learning organization and invest the time and effort to get thereIf you want to increase your influence and realize your vision of a thriving people-centered learning organization, you won’t want to miss this episode. Tune in now!Looking for more inspiration and actionable tips to step into your leadership impact? Be sure to subscribe and follow Chain of Learning so you never miss an episode.Important Links:Episode webpage with additional resources: ChainOfLearning.com/9Download the Change KATALYST™ Self-Assessment: https://kbjanderson.com/katalyst/ My book: LearningToLeadLeadingToLearn.comWork with me: KBJAnderson.comFollow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kbjanderson/ Timestamps:2:05: The Change KATALYST™ model3:12: Transition from a Practitioner to a Change Leader6:28: The Inspiration of “kata”7:11: The impact of implementing KATALYST™ model9:38:  K – Knowledgeable Business Expert 13:39: A – Analytical Systems Thinker18:19: T – Tactical Strategic Aligner22:11: A – Astute Political Navigator25:03: L – Lifelong Learning Enthusiast 27:42: Y – Yes-Minded Persuader 31:29: S – Skillful Facilitator 34:48: T – Transformational Coaching Leader Submit your questions to John Shook here:https://kbjanderson.com/ask/

Episode Description

Move from Technical Expert to Influential Leader


Do you want to move beyond being a tools or process improvement project “doer” or technical expert to a transformational change leader?  


Have you wanted to step into greater influence and impact in your organization?


Or perhaps you're a leader seeking to create broader organizational change but don't quite know how?


Leading transformational change to create a high-performing culture or lead lean transformation requires you to pair your technical expertise with social and relational skills that will enable you to catalyze change and accelerate the rate of learning in your organization.


In this episode we’ll explore the importance of your role as a transformational change agent and how you can step into greater impact by growing your leadership skills with my framework – the KATALYST™ model.


“Katalyst” is a mix of the words “catalyst” and "kata" – it is someone who accelerates the rate of learning for organizational progress.


Hit play to discover how you can step into your impact as a transformational leader and bridge the gap between where you are today and becoming an influential change Katalyst ™ in your organization.


 You'll Learn:

  • The 8 leadership competencies in the KATALYST™ model  
  • The difference between Catalyst versus “Katalyst”™
  • The definition of “kata” as routines that support problem-solving and coaching for improvement
  • How to move from technical expert to influential leader
  • How to get your senior team to buy into the vision for a people-centered learning organization and invest the time and effort to get there

If you want to increase your influence and realize your vision of a thriving people-centered learning organization, you won’t want to miss this episode. Tune in now!


Looking for more inspiration and actionable tips to step into your leadership impact? Be sure to subscribe and follow Chain of Learning so you never miss an episode.


Important Links:

  • Episode webpage with additional resources: ChainOfLearning.com/9
  • Download the Change KATALYST™ Self-Assessment: https://kbjanderson.com/katalyst/ 
  • My book: LearningToLeadLeadingToLearn.com
  • Work with me: KBJAnderson.com
  • Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kbjanderson/ 


Timestamps:


2:05: The Change KATALYST™ model

3:12: Transition from a Practitioner to a Change Leader

6:28: The Inspiration of “kata”

7:11: The impact of implementing KATALYST™ model

9:38:  K – Knowledgeable Business Expert 

13:39: A – Analytical Systems Thinker

18:19: T – Tactical Strategic Aligner

22:11: A – Astute Political Navigator

25:03: L – Lifelong Learning Enthusiast 

27:42: Y – Yes-Minded Persuader 

31:29: S – Skillful Facilitator 

34:48: T – Transformational Coaching Leader


Submit your questions to John Shook here:
https://kbjanderson.com/ask/

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