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As I reflect on my journey to become a self-differentiated leader capable of driving innovative digital learning initiatives, I've developed a comprehensive organizational change plan that weaves together several key components. At the heart of this strategy is "What’s My Why" - a belief in transforming the online learning experience to foster deeper understanding and active participation among students. This vision serves as the foundation for all other elements of my plan.

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To bring this vision to life, I've crafted an Influencer Strategy that focuses on three vital behaviors: utilizing Adobe Captivate, collecting and applying feedback, and promoting interactivity. These behaviors are crucial to achieving our wildly important goal (WIG) of increasing student engagement and course performance by 10% in the next 3 months through the use of interactive videos. To ensure we stay on track, I've implemented the 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) framework. This includes focusing on our WIG, acting on lead measures such as the number of course modules enhanced with Adobe Captivate, keeping a compelling scoreboard to track our progress, and creating a cadence of accountability through regular team meetings.

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Recognizing that change often faces resistance, I've embraced the principles of self-differentiated leadership. This approach allows me to maintain a clear sense of self while staying connected to my team, enabling me to articulate my vision clearly and foster a collaborative environment. To complement this, I'm incorporating techniques from "Crucial Conversations" into my leadership style. Strategies like "Start with Heart," "Learn to Look," and "Make It Safe" will help me navigate high-stakes discussions and build stronger relationships within my organization.

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As I move through the stages of change - from getting clear to optimization - I'm keeping in mind the Influencer Model's focus on personal, social, and structural dimensions. This holistic approach helps me address potential barriers and create a supportive environment for executing my 4DX plan.

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By integrating these components - my What’s My Why, Influencer Strategy, 4DX Plan, and Self-Differentiated Leadership and Crucial Conversation (Part A) techniques - I've created a cohesive strategy for organizational change. This approach not only provides a clear roadmap for implementing our innovation plan but also equips me with the tools to lead effectively through the inevitable challenges of change.

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As I move forward, I'm confident that this integrated strategy will enable me to inspire my stakeholders, address resistance constructively, and ultimately transform our online learning environment. By continuously reflecting on and refining these interconnected elements, I'm cultivating a dynamic and adaptive approach to leadership that can evolve with the needs of our organization and the ever-changing landscape of digital learning.

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Resources:​​​​​

Grenny, J., & Patterson, K. (2013). Influencer: The power to change anything. McGraw-Hill Professional.

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McChesney, C., Covey, S., & Huling, J. (2012). The 4 disciplines of execution: Achieving your wildly important

goals. Simon & Schuster.

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Patterson, K., Grenny, J., McMillan, R., & Switzler, A. (2011). Crucial conversations tools for talking when stakes

are high, 2nd edition. McGraw-Hill.

 

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