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Strategic Vision Soufflé
Culture, Leadership Matthew Harrington Culture, Leadership Matthew Harrington

Strategic Vision Soufflé

A soufflé perfectly captures the essence of a leader’s vision—it starts with a strong foundation, requires delicate preparation, and rises with care and precision to create something breathtaking. Like a great vision, it inspires, stretches boundaries, and demonstrates that with the right balance of ingredients, a remarkable outcome is achievable.

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Dissatisfaction with Status Quo and the Case for Change: Part 2
Strategic Planning, Culture, Leadership Matthew Harrington Strategic Planning, Culture, Leadership Matthew Harrington

Dissatisfaction with Status Quo and the Case for Change: Part 2

As we continue to journey through the Change Formula, we need to be able to craft a compelling Case for Change within the Change Formula, focusing on dissatisfaction (D). Through communication, leadership support, and a culture of improvement, we address why change is necessary and its implications. Articulating the Case effectively across platforms to build support and counter resistance is crucial.

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Dissatisfaction with Status Quo and the Case for Change: Part 1
People, Leadership, Culture Matthew Harrington People, Leadership, Culture Matthew Harrington

Dissatisfaction with Status Quo and the Case for Change: Part 1

The Change Formula, a tool introduced recently, emphasizes the necessity of Dissatisfaction (D) with the status quo for meaningful change to occur. Dissatisfaction stems from various sources within communities or organizations, such as performance gaps, external pressures, cultural misalignment, and leadership issues. Addressing dissatisfaction is crucial as it can lead to resistance, decreased morale, missed opportunities, and hindrance to organizational growth. Real-life examples illustrate the importance of recognizing dissatisfaction and driving change, whether it's transitioning to a team-based organization, expanding regionally for impact, or adapting to evolving EMS models.

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