Kathy Shanley Kathy Shanley

Navigating Change: Building Alignment & Acceptance in Your Organization

Change manifests in various forms—new policies, organizational rebranding or the launch of a new business line. Often, we create a vision for change and rush into execution, focusing on developing processes and success metrics. However, we may overlook a critical component of effective change management: building alignment at all levels—upward with senior leaders, downward with direct reports and laterally among peers.

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How to Make RTO Easier for Everyone

Returning to the office doesn’t have to be a daunting transition!

As organizations bring employees back to full-time office work, balancing logistical concerns with employee well-being is key. One of the most effective ways to ease the process is by understanding and aligning with your team’s values.

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Kathy Shanley Kathy Shanley

20 Expert Tips For A Smooth Return-To-Office Transition

The transition from a remote or hybrid schedule to full-time office life can be quite an adjustment, whether you’re returning after some time away or stepping into an in-person workplace for the first time. Understanding shared spaces, adapting to new routines and balancing your workload with co-worker interactions all require a shift in one’s mindset.

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3 Ways Leaders Can Exit Employees Gracefully When They Resign

I’ve previously written about the four steps employees can take to exit their jobs gracefully, but exiting gracefully isn’t just about the employee who leaves. It’s also about how the organization handles that transition. I recently got a great question: “What about the organization? How can leaders exit employees gracefully when they resign?”

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Kathy Shanley Kathy Shanley

Why Employees Outside The C-Suite Can’t See The ‘Big Picture’

Reflecting on how one’s work impacts the “big picture” within an organization is often considered the domain of executives and senior leaders. Though middle managers and lower-level employees play vital roles in shaping a company’s success and culture, they aren’t typically encouraged to reflect on their broader impact in the same way.

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Strategy is my Superpower!

Strategy is my superpower. Recently, a client inquired about my approach to planning for 2025 and beyond.

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Kathy Shanley Kathy Shanley

Aligning Goals with Your Strategy for 2025

One significant organizational challenge we’re observing is that our clients often lack the resources to offer the necessary training for their employees to establish and align their goals with the 2025 strategy.

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How To Boost The Number Of Women In Leadership In 2025

Despite the progress the business world has made in boosting women’s representation in leadership, women hoping to move into leadership roles still face significant barriers, from implicit biases to unequal access to opportunities

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Kathy Shanley Kathy Shanley

16 Trends Set To Disrupt Workplaces In 2025 (And How To Prepare)

As 2025 approaches, leaders face new opportunities and challenges in areas such as technology, sustainability and workforce dynamics. Getting ready for shifts in the work environment starts with understanding what’s coming and how it might impact an organization’s business strategy and growth.

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Kathy Shanley Kathy Shanley

5 Takeaways to Set You Up for Success in 2025

Over the past year, we’ve coached individuals and teams around everything from creating trusting client relationships, strategic planning, tapping into the five influencing styles, managing projects successfully, and creating the next best version of a team.

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