Dec05
Change is often seen as an organisational effort. It involves moving structures, teams, systems, and strategies. Every change I’ve seen, whether in a global company, a government, or a small team, starts well before the organisation acts. It begins when leaders themselves shift. Not in their role, but in who they choose to be while leading others.
When we look closely at successful change, a simple truth emerges: organisations scale at the pace their leaders grow.Not faster. Actually, I mean never faster.
And yet, self-leadership is often the least talked about and at the same time one of the most overlooked parts of organisational change. Let me give you an example. For instance, we tend to focus on methodologies, maturity models, frameworks, and tools. But we rarely address the inner aspects of leadership. This includes personal clarity, emotional steadiness, and collective awareness. These elements decide whether change will happen or just remain an ambition.
This is why this article explores the principle behind lasting change. It highlights why personal growth is key to any successful change. And it will show what this means in practice. How leaders can learn the skills to guide systems, teams, and organisations for lasting success.
Keywords: Change Management, Future of Work, Leadership
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