Change is changing. In the past, change was the exception. Companies would do things in the same way over and over again...until it was determined a major shift was needed. In those cases, those leading the change would "unfreeze" the old state and slowly move everyone over to the new process, system or way of doing business. Once the transition was complete, the business would continue to operate in the new state for the next five, 10 or 15 years. In today’s business world,

You’ve just been promoted to first-time manager. Congrats! It’s an accomplishment that deserves recognition. It’s also one of the most significant shifts you’ll make in your career. Yesterday, your job was to get stuff done. Today, your job is to get stuff done through others. And that takes a completely new skill set than you’ve developed to date. Being an effective leader requires you to do the following: Set vision, direction and strategy Align people Communicate goals Mot