From Change Management to Change Enablement | Ep 17
In this episode of Change Leadership Conversations, Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta is joined by Blake Bell for a grounded and practical conversation on what it really takes to get buy-in for change at scale.
Blake shares insights from over two decades of leading enterprise-wide change in complex organizations including Rogers, RBC, and now Manulife - where he’s helping to build a change-capable workforce of over 40,000 employees.
Together, they explore the shift from change management to change enablement, and how organizations can create the conditions for people to not only adopt change - but lead it from wherever they sit.
In this episode:
- Why getting buy-in starts with language, trust, and timing
- What the move from change management to change enablement means for leaders today
- Practical ways to build enterprise-wide readiness and capability for change
- How to speak the language of leadership to gain executive support
Guest Bio
Blake Bell is the Global Head of Organizational Change Enablement at Manulife. With more than 20 years of experience leading change across financial services and telecommunications, Blake brings a grounded, people-first approach to transformation. He previously led change and communications at Rogers and RBC, and today focuses on enabling leaders and teams to thrive in disruption. He’s also a published author and pop culture enthusiast.
Resources & Links:
- Connect with Blake Bell on LinkedIn
- Connect with Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta on LinkedIn
- Learn more about the Change Leadership Training
- Download the free Agile & Change-Ready Team Guide
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