Tammy Watchorn - The Change Ninja Handbook

Tammy Watchorn - The Change Ninja Handbook   Join us in this episode as we welcome Dr. Tammy Watchorn, the author of 'The Change Ninja Handbook.'  Dive into an interactive exploration of change-making, based on real-life case studies.  Discover the most common challenges faced by change leaders, the importance of understanding organizational dynamics, and the human element in leading change. Learn about the critical tools and techniques to transform your approach and make a meaningful impact in your organization. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of organizational change.   00:00 Introduction to the Change Ninja Handbook 00:15 Welcoming the Author: Tammy Watchorn 01:03 Challenges in Public Sector Change Leadership 02:13 Understanding People in Change Management 03:16 Navigating Organizational Systems and Processes 06:08 The Importance of Individual Stakeholders 08:02 Interactive Game and Recognizable Characters 12:25 The Reality of Driving Change 15:49 Personal Experiences and Lessons Learned 30:15 Creating Innovative Spaces 36:24 Navigating Workplace Challenges 37:29 The Importance of Stealth in Change Management 38:22 Building Resilience and Thick Skin 38:54 The Power of a Support Network 39:46 Defining Innovation and Change 40:20 Introducing Eddie Obeng and Qube 41:22 Innovating the Health Service 42:30 Scaling Innovation from the Ground Up 43:37 Handling Unexpected Projects 44:52 Earning and Using Brownie Points 46:23 Understanding Types of Change 47:09 The Four Types of Change 49:05 The Fog of Transformation 52:43 Aligning Teams with the Five P's 01:00:45 Celebrating Small Wins 01:03:52 Final Thoughts and Future Plans   Link to Aidan McCullen for Keynotes, workshops and event MC. https://theinnovationshow.io   The Reinvention Summit  https://www.thereinventionsummit.com/   Find us on Substack for Shownotes and competitions: https://thethursdaythought.substack.com   Find Tammy Watchorn:  https://www.change-ninja.com   Innovation Leadership, Change Management, Organizational Transformation, Adaptive Mindset, Cultural Change, Ninja Thinking, People-Centric Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement, Workplace Collaboration, Systemic Challenges, Creative Problem Solving, Psychological Safety, Human-Centered Design, Incremental vs. Radical Change, Resilience in Innovation