Stan Deetz - Leading Organizations through Transition Part 2

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Stan Deetz 2 Navigating Organizational Change: Insights on Leadership, Culture, and AI with Stan Deetz In this comprehensive episode, join renowned expert Stan Deetz as we explore the complexities of organizational change. Delve into the challenges leaders face when reshaping deeply ingrained cultural assumptions and managing innovation. Discover the impact of language in fostering change, the role of visionary leadership, and the importance of addressing environmental factors before they become crises. Learn about the significant influence of AI on organizational structures and the critical need for maintaining tacit knowledge and genuine communication in a digital age. Gain valuable perspectives on the intersection of leadership, culture, and technology in transforming modern organizations. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 00:09 The Ugly Truth About Transitions 00:51 Challenging Cultural Assumptions 02:24 The Metaphor of Left-Handedness 05:28 The Struggle of Change Agents 11:35 The Role of Founders in Shaping Culture 15:40 Generational Clashes in Organizations 23:22 The Importance of Praising Mistakes 26:42 Timing and Crisis in Organizational Change 29:49 The Need for Vision in Transformation 30:41 The Power of Vision in Leadership 34:12 The Role of Language in Organizational Change 35:15 Challenges in Communicating New Ideas 47:17 Tacit Knowledge and Organizational Wisdom 51:37 AI and the Future of Management 53:42 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions Find Stan here: Innovation, Change Management, Organizational Culture, Leadership, Communication, Transition, Transformation, Vision, Language, Learning, Tacit Knowing, AI, Diversity, Neurodiversity, Organizational Change, Culture Change, Innovation Culture, Digital Transformation, Future of Work, Change Leadership, Aidan McCullen, Stan Deetz, Aristotle, George Bernard Shaw, Jack Welch, Braverman, Chomsky, Giddens, Weber