Taking Charge of Change

Course Objectives

• Understand the stages and reactions individuals and organizations have to change
• Assess current skill sets and plan to make improvements where needed
• Analyze factors that increase or inhibit one’s willingness to take initiative to improve performance and job satisfaction
• Understand how beliefs can set them on cause-effect paths that lead to powerlessness or empowerment

Taking Charge of Change works with front-line employees, who are often the targets of change efforts, are expected to adjust quickly, implement change and accept new roles and responsibilities. In order for this to happen, they must be able to commit to and be aligned with the proposed organizational change. This course is designed to assist individuals to better understand the changes underway and to learn the dynamics of organizational and individual change so they can make better choices that align their individual talents and skills with the desired future state of their organization.

Key Topics

• What is Changing….From What to What?
• Stages and Reactions to Change by Organizations and Individuals
• Roles in the Change Process
• Reactions and Adjustments to Change
• Assessment of Interpersonal Skills

Survey Component:

Social Skills Inventory
The Social Skills Inventory (SSI) is designed to help individuals analyze interpersonal and organizational effectiveness as viewed by colleagues. Analyses of the inventory results help identify steps to increase effectiveness and improve practices.

Customized sessions are available to meet agency/team specific needs by contacting the program manager.

There is no fee for these courses.

Ohio Department of Administrative Services
Office of Training & Development
30 E. Broad Street, 29th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-3414

(614) 387-6183, (888) 577-6276; Fax (614) 728-9464

E-mail:hrd.training.staff@das.state.oh.us