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Smart Moves Leader/Manager Workshop

This program gives participants a critically important understanding of what's coming, then lays out the ground rules for good integration management.  Smart Moves provides time-proven tools and advice that can immediately improve leader effectiveness throughout the management ranks and dramatically increase the odds for merger success.

Agenda

Module 1:  The Opportunities and Challenges of Merging Organizations

Module 2:  Predictable Merger Dynamics

Module 3:  Communicating Change

Module 4:  Protecting Productivity

Module 5:  Retaining Key Talent

Module 6:  Smart Moves for Making the Merger Work

Key Objectives

• Anticipate and understand the predictable problems that occur during a merger
• Develop counter-intuitive moves to capitalize on merger opportunities
• Speed up the integration process to achieve desired results
• Focus managers on the critical pressure points to increase the odds of success
• Learn the most effective communication style to keep people aligned and engaged
• Protect productivity and business results
• Retain the talent that will contribute to the organization's future success

Topics Addressed

• Why mergers are difficult (from financial, operational, and human perspectives)
• Keys to maintaining productivity during the transition period
• Tips for reducing stress and managing resistance
• CPR Techniques:  Communication, Productivity, and Retention of Talent

Primary Result

Participants leave the workshop understanding the opportunities and challenges of integration.  Armed with PRITCHETT's expert advice and practical tools, they are prepared to demonstrate the leadership fundamentals required for managing successfully in the demanding merger environment.