Change management model: Kotter's eight steps model
The best model that I can advise the UWEAR-PALEDENIM company to apply would be Kotter's 8 step model. Since this merger is new and there is still very little which have yet to be achieved, this model will help a great deal. The first step moving forward would be to create a sense of urgency. Margret and Mike will have to spark excitement amongst the employees by empowering them concerning the possible future. Then they will build a guiding coalition which will consist of leaders who can stand with the goals of the company by just picking the individuals from both sides of the companies. As the leaders, you should own the vision of the company and then form strategies that will propel the company
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A great leader would have to continue motivating the employees and lead by showing the direction that the company should move towards. Finally, due to the change in the behavior as well as the values of the new company, you will have to communicate the benefits and the reason why they changed. The end result would lead to the employees feeling motivated as well as working harder to fulfil the vision of the company. Also it allows them own the company vision and goals by allowing them feel that they are a valuable asset to the organization. A good leader should not let their employees’ ideas look like they are not important. Employees should always feel valued as they are the most valuable tool for a …show more content…
The type of leadership that they prefer most is also necessary in this case. When the employees are not motivated, and they are not viewed as part of the main characters to helping the organization fulfil its goals, then it may be tough for the company to achieve any of its visions. Therefore, the motivation of the employees is a significant factor. They should also be in the position to communicate their views freely, and if possible those views are implemented if only they are valid. Therefore, it is up to the company to achieve, realize, as well as recognize the roles that they