Gail SeveriniGail Severini

Symphini Change Management Inc

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The power of collaboration or how to get traction in 3 easy steps

Have you ever found yourself struggling with a big idea, an analysis or a report? As in: parts of it are clear in your mind but there are gaps and grey areas? Sometimes I can get … [Read more...] about The power of collaboration or how to get traction in 3 easy steps

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Multiplying the power of thought partners to super-charge your strategy

“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with”―Jim Rohn I often have the opportunity to think together with colleagues and clients. You do too, I am … [Read more...] about Multiplying the power of thought partners to super-charge your strategy

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What is the Board’s Role in Strategy and Strategy Execution? Post 1 of 3

SOLD OUT! I signed up for this panel presentation, “Growth Strategy—the Board’s Role,” as soon as the fall season schedule from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) came out. … [Read more...] about What is the Board’s Role in Strategy and Strategy Execution? Post 1 of 3

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What is “Change Management”? And, is definition important?

Ask 10 people "what is change management?" and you will get 10 very different answers.  So YES definition is important! Many Leaders come to the term "Change Management" and … [Read more...] about What is “Change Management”? And, is definition important?

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“New normal”: adaptation required

All of us – Leaders, Managers, Employees – must think differently about our roles in this “new normal”.  However, this will not come naturally.  The new mindsets must be adopted at … [Read more...] about “New normal”: adaptation required

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Fatal assumptions and setting projects up for success

"If we always do what we always did, we'll always get what we always got" - True and so what?  Well, often (usually) we need to move ourselves and our people out of comfortable … [Read more...] about Fatal assumptions and setting projects up for success

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Where should Change Management reside in an Org Structure?

This excellent question was posed on LinkedIn today.  Of course there is no single answer – it must be custom. Key factors include: How much change is your organization facing in … [Read more...] about Where should Change Management reside in an Org Structure?

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“The Top 3 Common Mistakes made on a change engagement”

This question, posted on LinkedIn, prompted some very interesting debate.  My full response follows. Perhaps, more important than "mistakes", the dialogue points to great … [Read more...] about “The Top 3 Common Mistakes made on a change engagement”

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New Year’s Resolutions 2010 – tips

Jan 1st 2010. Toronto, Ontario.  Wonderful.  There is nothing like a blank slate at the beginning of the year.  No mistakes, yet, to regret and 365 days of promise ahead.  New … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolutions 2010 – tips