Leading for Organisational Change: Building Purpose, Motivation and Belonging

A comprehensive guide by Jennifer Emery that delves into the human elements of successful organisational change, particularly in the context of mergers and integrations. Drawing from her extensive experience over twenty years in professional services organisations and other people-centric businesses, the author synthesizes insights from neuroscience, psychology, and business to offer a framework grounded in seven key themes: belonging, evolution, confidence, agility, understanding, simplicity, and energy.

Each theme is explored within the context of change, providing readers with a deep understanding of how they can be applied to build purpose and culture, and strengthen motivation through effective communication, active listening, empowerment, and collaboration. The book offers practical advice and real-world examples that can help organisations navigate the often-stressful and uncertain periods of change, even enabling them to thrive during these transitions.

The author encourages readers to apply the lessons learned from this insightful and warm guide to their own organisational contexts, ensuring a more cohesive and purpose-driven approach to transformation.