Encore: Achieving Customer-Centric Transformation in Large Organizations with Karen Root
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In this encore episode of 'Relentless Health Value', host Stacey Richter speaks with Karen Root, Director of Experience Strategy at BI, about achieving customer-centric transformation and innovation in large organizations. The discussion highlights the importance of change management, systems thinking, and effective leadership with a compelling vision. Key steps include identifying quick wins, leveraging influencer support, storytelling, and focusing on emotional 'moments that matter'. The conversation also delves into the J-curve, emphasizing the necessity for leaders to sustain hope and overcome the initial challenges during the transformation process.
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08:51 What skills does leading a large company in customer centricity require?
10:36 What needs to be included in a vision for customer-centric change?
11:01 \u201cIn transformation, we have to adjust the approach to that vision. We have to break it down into a couple of key steps.\u201d
11:39 What is the J curve?
12:26 \u201cDisruption is going to happen; it\u2019s just how do we minimize its impact.\u201d
14:00 Why is hope so important for success in change?
17:22 \u201cLeverage your people; understand where they are in the change curve.\u201d
26:24 \u201cWe can\u2019t manage what we don\u2019t measure.\u201d
26:33 \u201cWe have to not only measure in quantitative ways but qualitative.\u201d
27:35 What\u2019s the downside to not being able to innovate?
28:55 Why does leadership need to have a story to tell?
31:19 \u201cWe have to remember that these are human beings and to look for those tells.\u201d
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