We have all seen the recent headlines:

• Company X plans to lay off thousands of people by year-end;
• Business Y is expecting a loss in the millions for the third straight quarter;
• Local funding will be reduced by a staggering 10%;
• Expect a significant reduction in the number of RFPs approved.


The headlines are compelling. By design, they capture our attention and elevate our concern. For most, the uncertainty of change evokes many emotions. And the reality is the only constant you can be assured of is change.

The professionals at II Steps Ahead are skilled at addressing fundamental change questions:

  • Why is it necessary to manage change?
  • Why is it necessary to have buy in?
  • Why isn’t it clear to all employees that to compete in the 21st century change must be embraced?
  • Why is there so much resistance to change?
  • How long do I have to wait to get people on board?
  • Why is it necessary to include all employees in change efforts?
  • This culture is impossible to change. Aren’t we just wasting our time?

Our change management training begins with addressing the universal human aspect of change. We explore the respective roles of all employees and discuss implementation of a structured approach to change; identifying what change is needed, when to make the change, how to implement lasting change and who is necessary to make the change happen.