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Change Management Organization Development: Understanding the Differences and Similarities for Successful Organizational Transformation

Mike Cardus

Change management and organization development are widely used approaches to help organizations navigate change. We will explore the differences and similarities between change management and organization development, their appropriate use within organizations, and the popular frameworks associated with each approach.

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Brief History of Change: Lewin

LDRLB

The idea to develop a model around this process was first pursued by sociologist Kurt Lewin. Lewin uses the image of an ice cube to explain how to change an organization: unfreeze-change-refreeze. Lewin calls unfreezing the process where people begin to realize the need for change and prepare accordingly.

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Brief History of Change: Lewin

LDRLB

The idea to develop a model around this process was first pursued by sociologist Kurt Lewin. Lewin uses the image of an ice cube to explain how to change an organization: unfreeze-change-refreeze. Lewin calls unfreezing the process where people begin to realize the need for change and prepare accordingly.

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Kurt Lewin three step change theory model – unfreeze, change, freeze

Rapid BI

The Kurt Lewin Change theory model - The Kurt Lewin change theory model is a 3-step process that provides a very high-level approach to change. It gives a manager a framework to implement a change programme.

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Leading Thoughts for March 5, 2020

Leading Blog

Quinn on the connection between changing a system and understanding it: “Kurt Lewin argued that we cannot really begin to understand a system until we try to change it. Source: Decade of Change : Managing in Times of Uncertainty. * * *. I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives.

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Force Field Analysis as a Teambuilding Exercise

Let's Grow Leaders

Force Field Analysis is a well-tested change management technique developed by Kurt Lewin in the 1950s. When you’re trying to fix a team… there are always factors working for you… and against you. Secret force fields undermine your efforts. Make the hidden forces known. Make the force be with you.

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Leading Through Change: 4 Practical Tips To Help Your Team Embrace a New Idea

Let's Grow Leaders

In the video, I describe a time-tested tool, Kurt Lewin’s Force field analysis that we use quite frequently in our leadership programs. Look for people on your team (including support team members like HR, Finance, and project managers) who really understand what you’re doing. Get curious about the possibilities.

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