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October 31, 2023
​In today's diverse workforce, success often hinges on the ability to adapt and evolve. This was the focus in a recent discussion hosted by Wendy Born from Business Value Partners, to members of the National Electrical Communications Authority. Wendy was joined by our Directo r, Andrew Bath an d Senior Con sultant, Ella O’Connell . Collectively, Andrew and Ella bring over 25 years of experience in recruiting across diverse industries and successfully working with millennials and Gen Zs. ​During the discussion, they explored recruitment strategies, steps to creating thriving cross-generational teams, and the benefits Millennials and Gen Zs bring to the workplace. Below we have compiled three key takeaways from the discussion for your perusal. Dive in below! ​ ​What are the benefits of employing millennials and Gen Zs? There are a multitude of benefits that come along with employing millennials and Gen Zs within your business. Andrew and Ella discussed how younger generations are not just committed employees but also drivers of change. They challenge process, modernise business, and bring a fresh perspective that’s vital to stay relevant in today’s world. ​In Andrew’s words, “having the younger generation in our team brings diversity of thought and fresh knowledge. I get to learn different things and new technologies, and how they can add value to the business”.​

IS YOUR BUSINESS READY FOR CHANGE?

Zoe Winn • September 26, 2018

LAST WEEK PROJECT RESOURCE PARTNERS SPONSORED AN EVENT HOSTED BY THE AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT (AIPM) ABOUT ‘INTEGRATING PROJECT AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT’. THERE WERE SOME REFRESHING TAKE OUTS FOR ME PERSONALLY (I’VE LISTED BELOW) WHICH I THINK ARE IMPORTANT TO REFLECT ON WHEN ORGANISATIONS, LEADERS AND PROJECT TEAMS AS A COLLECTIVE ARE CONSIDERING BRINGING ON BOARD DEDICATED CHANGE RESOURCES.


IMPORTANCE OF CONSIDERING ORG CHANGE, EVEN IF THE PROJECT IS A SYSTEM OR TECHNOLOGY


Varying in scale, technology inevitably impacts an entire organisation. It changes the way of working and in most cases corporate culture. Some important organisational change factors to consider include ensuring the business retains strong talent, determines organisational readiness and measures success from employee satisfaction, not only customer.


Often the reason change isn’t successful is down to employee’s unspoken expectations. Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but collaborating and work-shopping with employees invites a workforce to participate and contribute to the change and outcome.


ANALYSIS OF THE BUSINESS AND PROJECT ENVIRONMENT


Project Managers may argue that so long as a project is completed within scope, cost and schedule, why does the environment matter?


The leadership team, capacity to absorb and sustain change, tools, team culture and a holistic view of projects through an enterprise lens; these are important factors to consider at the beginning of a project and all must connect for a greater degree of project success.


THE POSITION TITLES OF CHANGE PROFESSIONALS ARE EVOLVING


Change lead, analyst, specialist, practitioner, enabler, realisation lead, director, project manager…is there any difference? Ask any of them their role and responsibilities and often it is the same.


Titles and are becoming less relevant, so long as change management is part of the project plan and being considered a business case will ultimately give the project and business the best opportunity for success. Terminology differs across industries, stakeholders and often isn’t referred to as ‘change’ at all. In some organisations ‘Project Managers’ take ownership of change management rather than having a dedicated change resource.


As the change management field matures, it’s really exciting to explore the various pathways change professionals have ventured and experienced to be where they are today. I am excited for what the next 6-12 months presents in terms of projects and skill sets.


If you are looking for your next move, wish to discuss market insight or seeking change specialists for business transformation and projects, please do reach out.


Zoe Winn
Consultant
Project Resource Partners
Level 29, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia
T +61 3 9949 8100 D +61 3 9949 8101
E zwinn@projectresourcepartners.com.au