Breaking Down Barriers: Fostering a Culture of Sustainability in Business

This episode, part of the series "Barriers to Change and Changing the Barriers," focuses on the significant roadblocks that companies with revenues between $5 million and $500 million face when trying to shift their employees' mindsets towards sustainability. The discussion covers cultural transformation, self-managed teams, and the critical role of change management skills in sustainability initiatives. With Dutch change expert Jurriaan Kamer, here are some of the key points covered

-Understanding the Challenge

-The Concept of Self-Managed Teams

-Steps to Foster a Collaborative Mindset

-Pay Structures in Self-Directed Teams

-The Fragility of Self-Directed Systems

-The Role of Change Management in Sustainability

By embracing some of these insights and strategies, business leaders and executives can more effectively navigate the challenges of cultural transformation and drive their organizations towards a more sustainable and prosperous future.

You can find Jurriaan Kamer at his website and on LinkedIn  and you can buy his book Unblock on Amazon.

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