Episode 96: Transforming Organizational Culture with ERP Leadership Training and Virtual Meetings

Update: 2024-02-01

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Transforming Organizational Culture ERP Leadership Training: Virtual Meetings

Episode Overview – ERP Leadership Training for Successful Virtual ERP Meetings

In this episode, we will discuss some ERP leadership training insight. We’ll explore the nuances of virtual team building for executives and how it’s shaping the future of decision-making and team dynamics in the high-stakes world of Private Equity. We’ll delve into the art of cultivating collaborative skills essential for driving organizational change. This discussion is especially valuable for PE executives, team leaders, and change agents navigating the complexities of virtual ERP meetings and online leadership development and seeking to enhance their leadership impact in this digital era.

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Meet the Guest – Virtual Leadership Training: Collaborative Skills for Change

Evan Unger

Managing Partner - Schwartz and Associates

Evan Unger has 25 years’ experience driving organizational change initiatives, both as an executive in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries and as an external consultant. Since 1988 he has consulted with clients in small organizations, school systems and in Fortune 100 companies domestically and across Europe, the Pacific Rim and South America.

He served in several key leadership positions for Merck, a global pharmaceutical manufacturer, and as Vice President of Leadership, Change & Development for Centura Health, Colorado’s largest healthcare provider. He has trained thousands of people in the art of collaborative leadership, and specializes in building teams, change management and complex meeting facilitation. Evan received his BS in Psychology and Economics from Duke University and MBA from the University of Michigan. He recharges once a year with a ten-day, silent meditation retreat. He currently resides in Denver, Colorado.

Meet the Host

Dr. Jack G. Nestell

Founding Partner | Nestell & Associates

Dr. Jack G. Nestell is a highly accomplished IT and ERP business advisor, author, and speaker with over 30 years of experience in leadership and implementation of ERP systems across various industries. He is the founding partner of Nestell & Associates, a management and strategy firm that specializes in organizational change, readiness, and ERP implementation. Dr. Nestell is also an accomplished academic researcher who has contributed to ERP research. With his practical expertise and academic knowledge, he provides innovative and proven solutions for his clients.

Find out more at nestellassociates.com

Key Discussion Points: Virtual Team Building for Executives:

06:40 Segment 1: Leadership in High-Stakes Virtual Meetings

Evan, how has Schwartz and Associates redefined leadership skills in the context of virtual high-stakes meetings?

Can you discuss specific challenges leaders face in virtual settings and how your approach addresses these?

What are the key components of effective facilitation in virtual high-stakes meetings?

How do you measure the success of leadership development in these virtual environments?

18:35 Segment 2: Cultivating Collaborative Decision-Making

In your experience, what are the critical elements for fostering collaborative decision-making in virtual teams?

How do Schwartz and Associates’ training methods ensure effective agenda design and prevent common pitfalls in virtual meetings?

What advice (selling points) do you have for PE firms looking to enhance collaborative skills in their portfolio companies?

What is the trigger point or maybe the pain point for organizations to reach out to Schwartz and associates

30:07 Segment 3: Transforming Organizational Culture through Virtual Training

How does the ‘Collaborative Leadership: Virtual Immersive Program’ impact organizational culture?

Can you elaborate on the concept of ‘Virtual Skill Transfer’ and its significance in today’s digital workplace?

What role does in-depth feedback play in your training programs, and how does it contribute to long-term cultural change?

For a PE firm considering your program, what are the key takeaways for their portfolio companies in terms of performance and productivity enhancement?

Resources Mentioned:

For information on the Collaborative Leadership Virtual Facilitation skills program www.terischwartzassociates.com

Nestell & Associates Can Guide You in ERP Leadership Training.

If you’re looking to revolutionize your approach to Virtual Leadership Training and organizational change within your Private Equity firm or portfolio companies, our team at Nestell & Associates is here to guide you. With our expertise in fostering dynamic transformations, we can help you navigate the complexities of the PE landscape.