How Is a Vision Used to Support Organizational Change?
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How is a vision used to support organizational change?
According to Cummings and Worley (2009), a vision is used to enhance a change (p.171). In other words, explain why and what the change is going to make a better desired outcome.
In order for a vision to support organizational change, the organizational leaders must be responsible and effective in the delivery of the vision.
According to GAMA Foundation review vision statement at lease once a year.- reinforces and clarifies commitment. Making accommodating changes to help keep the organization aligned with its vision.
Do more than just re-read the vision- Use this as an opportunity to review, remind,, reinforce and re-align. While doing so ask the following questions:
Does this vision statement still make good business sense?
Is this who and what we really are?
How might we strengthen the statement without compromising it most critical components?
How is a vision created?
Creating a vision is considered a key element in most leadership framework (Cummings & Worley, 2009, p.169).
According to research, a compelling vision includes the following: (1) "a relatively stable identity or core ideology that describes the organization's core values and purpose" and (2) "an envisioned future with bold goals and a vivid description of the desired future state that reflects the specific change under consideration" (Cummings & Worley, 2009, p 170).
As stated by GAMA Foundation (2009) when creating a vision you must understand the following:
*The Organizational Vision - Where they are going and how they will get there.
*Role and responsibilities - Why they want to succeed.
*Personal Visions - creates a strong, shared vision within the leadership team.
How is a vision used to support organizational change?
According to Cummings and Worley (2009), a vision is used to enhance a change (p.171). In other words, explain why and what the change is going to make a better desired outcome.
In order for a vision to support organizational change, the organizational leaders must be responsible and effective in the delivery of the vision.
According to GAMA Foundation review vision statement at lease once a year.- reinforces and clarifies commitment. Making accommodating changes to help keep the organization aligned with its vision.
Do more than just re-read the vision- Use this as an opportunity to review, remind,, reinforce
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