KNOW THYSELF
The most basic competency of the change leader and/or practitioner is identifying his or her ability to “know thyself” before leading others. Knowledge of the processes for change is located in the head. Self-awareness of one’s role and capabilities to address the emotions involved with loss, concern for the process, and authentic caring for the people involved in the change are located in the heart. As a reminder, we use the term “leader” in the following text as designation for either the practitioner/leader or the internal leader of change.
In order to legitimately and authentically lead, the leader must start first with looking at personal needs. At the end of the day, the leader should consider three questions:
1. Why would ...
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