How to Eat an Elephant: Strategizing the Human Component of Change | JiraCon23
When approaching the problem of process improvement in the context of a larger team or organization, many find solace in the popular quote from Desmond Tutu: "There is only one way to eat an elephant: a bite at a time".
But while we often discuss the plethora of valuable apps, tools and configuration options that can facilitate the difficult challenge of streamlining processes, we often neglect the most important component: people.
In this session, you will learn the importance of developing a strategy for change management that accounts for the impact on individuals. Attendees can expect to learn about different types of change, how change can be stressful and ultimately harmful to productivity, and some suggestions based on lived experience for how to set teams up for success.