Creating a change in an organization that others not only adopt, but support is no easy feat. In this episode of Side Affects, Scott McGohan and Anne Marie Singleton are joined by Suzanne Meek to discuss organizational change. Suzanne shares what she has found that works well for her in her role in Human Resources when creating organizational change, the mistakes she’s learned along the way, and how to address those who are reluctant to change. Scott and Anne Marie also dive into the difference between leadership and just bulldozing a path expecting everyone to follow. Whether you are wanting to create change for yourself, or your a business leader looking to create a positive change in your organization, you will not want to miss this episode of Side Affects.
About Our Guest
Suzanne Meek
This week on Side Affects, Scott McGohan and Anne Marie Singleton are joined by Suzanne Meek. Suzanne Meek serves as McGohan Brabender’s Human Resources Director. Her background and specialty revolve around organizational leadership, which involves coaching, training, and creating a developing employee’s skills while maintaining the overall mission and goals of the organization.
Suzanne Meek joined McGohan Brabender in 2016. Prior to McGohan Brabender which has just under 200 employees, Suzanne was the Senior Director of Human Resources for Lexis Nexis, an organization with over 11,000 employees.
Featured Notes and Resources
The Innovator’s Delima – best-selling novel by Clayton Christensen takes a look at how companies often miss out on big opportunities
How hotels are changing customer’s behavior (Article)
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