S2E9 - Balancing Technology and People: The Key to Sustainable Change With Ron Crabtree Part 2

Ready to transform how you approach transformation itself? This episode is your essential guide. The world of leadership and organizational change is complex, but Ron Crabtree has distilled decades of experience into a remarkably simple yet powerful formula that predicts the success of any transformation initiative. In this thought-provoking conversation with Steve McKeon and Lupe Munoz, Ron reveals why 80-90% of digital transformations fail to deliver their promised results - and how leaders can dramatically improve their odds.

At the heart of successful change lies the D×V×S formula: Discomfort × Vision × Skills = Probability of Success. This mathematical approach forces leadership teams to honestly assess their readiness for transformation. When Ron facilitates this exercise with organizational leaders, most discover their initiatives have less than a 30% chance of success based on current conditions - a sobering wake-up call that demands strategic recalibration.

Ron emphasizes that while technology may be the "sexy" part of digital transformation, the human element ultimately determines success or failure. "People would rather fight you than accept something they don't understand," he explains, highlighting why comprehensive communication and engagement strategies are non-negotiable. Middle management emerges as the critical fulcrum - the vital link between executive vision and frontline execution that must be fully engaged for any change to succeed.

The conversation offers practical insights for balancing disruptive change with organizational stability. Ron suggests breaking large initiatives into smaller chunks that can demonstrate success within 90 days, building credibility for continued transformation. He also explores how different organizational contexts - from public companies driven by quarterly results to founder-led private businesses - create unique challenges for change management.

Whether you're leading a major digital transformation or simply trying to implement more effective processes in your team, Ron's wisdom provides a clear roadmap for navigating change while keeping people at the center. 

Listen to this second piece of our two-episode discussion.

You can learn more about the great services Ron and his team provide to organizations by visiting the websites in the two links below.

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