Leadership Development and Change Management with Dr. Michael Wright

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver), Episode 8

In this episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. Stephen Oliver interviews Dr. Michael Wright, Vice President of Leadership Development at FM Global. With 28 years of experience spanning eight industries globally, Dr. Wright oversees learning initiatives at FM Global, a leading commercial property insurance company. He shares insights on change management, leadership development, and fostering a culture of continuous learning within organizations.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * Dr. Michael Wright's Experience: With a career spanning 28 years in learning, leadership development, and organizational change across eight industries globally, Dr. Michael Wright brings a wealth of experience to the table.

* The Essence of Change Management: Dr. Wright emphasizes that change management is not just about making something different; it's about shifting from the current state to a desired future state. 

* Navigating Change: Dr. Wright reframes resistance as a strategic wake-up call, highlighting the importance of addressing individuals' concerns and engaging them as partners in the change process.

* Building Internal Capability for Change: At FM Global, Dr. Wright emphasizes building internal capability for change through dedicated focus and systematic approaches like the Prosci model. 

* Challenges and Opportunities: As the pace and complexity of change accelerate, Dr. Wright underscores the need to prioritize mental and emotional well-being, and connect individual roles to broader organizational goals. 

Learn more about Dr. Michael Wright:

* Connect with Dr. Wright on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-p-wright-ed-d-b401178/ 

* Visit Dr. Wright’s website: https://pathwaytohealthequity.com/ 

 * Check out Dr. Wright’s book, “Reigniting the Human Connection: A Pathway to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity in Healthcare”: https://pathwaytohealthequity.com/book/

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