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The weather’s not the problem - your website is: what the BOM teaches us about bad change management
Australians are used to unpredictable weather. But unpredictable website design? That’s where we draw the line. Recently, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) updated its website and app - presumably to make things “better”. Instead, the public reaction landed somewhere between mild confusion and full-blown rage-typing . Titles included for your viewing pleasure: ‘ Not happy BOM’: agency’s new website causes a storm ‘Absolute Sh*tshow’: Calls for ‘heads to roll’ as BOM staff admi
Amber Gagnuss
6 hours ago3 min read


I know my business, so why bring in a change manager?
If you’ve found yourself thinking, “No one understands this organisation better than I do, surely I can lead the change myself,” you’re not wrong. You do know your business. You do know your people. And you’ve probably led change before by sheer force of will and the occasional late night fuelled by caffeine and determination. So technically, yes, you can manage the change. But the real question is: Should you? And at what cost? to timelines, to people, and to your abilit
Amber Gagnuss
Sep 13 min read
My Change Toolkit: Current State Assessment – why a current state assessment is the secret weapon of change management
Discover why a current state assessment is vital for successful change management. Learn how a current state assessment can transform your strategy - and how to complete your own.
Amber Gagnuss
May 123 min read


🥕 Beyond Carrots and Sticks: What Actually Motivates Change in the workplace
Motivating change isn’t about carrots or sticks. Research shows it’s about autonomy, trust, and perspective. And sometimes, the best perspective doesn’t come from within.
Amber Gagnuss
May 12 min read


The Power of Switching Off: Why Taking Leave Matters More Than You Think
Should you be taking time off? yes. Time away from work is better for you and your organisation. Read the research and practical ways to achieve balance.
Amber Gagnuss
Apr 273 min read


What Is a Change Management Framework – and why should you care?
Discover why a change management framework is vital for your business. Learn how a change management framework can boost adoption and align goals.
Amber Gagnuss
Apr 85 min read


I Need a Change Manager – But How Do I Know They’re Doing the Right Thing?
Deciding to bring a change manager into your organisation is one thing, but ensuring you hire the right person with the right skills is...
Amber Gagnuss
Apr 33 min read


Change Management: Do I Really Need It? (Hint: Yes, If You Want Success)
I kind of fell into the world of change management. Working for Swarovski, I helped roll out the “Five Magic Moments” – five steps...
Amber Gagnuss
Mar 283 min read


Five years of a new normal - should remote teams be here to stay?
COVID fundamentally changed how we work. Remote work is now standard, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for teams. As we...
Amber Gagnuss
Mar 204 min read


Five Years Since COVID – has anything changed?
Five years ago, the world faced an unprecedented crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic forced businesses into lockdowns, disrupted entire...
Amber Gagnuss
Mar 13 min read


Resilience and Collaboration in Change Management Consulting
When we talk about change, it’s essential to remember that it’s really all about people. Transformations aren’t just about processes or...
Amber Gagnuss
Feb 172 min read


Bringing Change Management Into Focus
Let’s start the conversation about something that is often missed, yet is very important in today’s fast-paced world: change management....
Amber Gagnuss
Feb 12 min read


Navigating Transformation with Caterpillar Change
In the fast-paced world of technology, businesses constantly face the need for change to stay ahead of the curve. This is where change...
Amber Gagnuss
Jan 132 min read
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